Hillside houses of Amman glowing at sunset with traffic lights streaking through the valley, Jordan

Cheap hotels in Amman

Amman, Jordan’s hilly capital, is the usual gateway for visiting Petra, the Dead Sea and Jerash. The old downtown has ruins and markets; newer districts to the west have more hotels and restaurants.

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Where to find cheap rooms in Amman

Downtown (Al Balad)

The old center by the Roman Theatre and Citadel — busy, historic and budget-friendly.

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Jabal Amman & Rainbow Street

Cafés, galleries and boutique hotels on the hill above downtown.

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Abdali

A modern district with international hotels and a shopping boulevard.

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Shmeisani

A business district with many mid-range hotels and restaurants.

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Map of cheap hotels in Amman

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When to book a cheap hotel in Amman

March–May and September–November are the most comfortable for sightseeing; summers are hot, and winters can be cool and rainy.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I visit Petra as a day trip from Amman?

It is possible, but Petra is roughly three hours’ drive each way, making for a very long day. Many travelers stay a night or more in Wadi Musa beside the site.

Where should I stay in Amman?

Downtown is the most historic and budget-friendly; Jabal Amman, Abdali and Shmeisani have more mid-range and upscale hotels.

Is it safe to travel to Jordan?

Jordan receives many tourists each year, but conditions in the region can change — check your government’s current travel advice before you go.