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The best hostels in Cologne

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Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft

Neustadt-Süd, Cologne

This hostel is located in the heart of Cologne’s trendy Belgian Quarter, 1.2 mi from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors.

R
Reiko
From
Japan
Clean. Nice staff. Free tee and coffee. Shower rooms are clean. Good bed divider - curtain and a little “wall”shut down lights.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,147 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
NAD 1,600.04
1 night, 2 adults

Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel

Ehrenfeld, Cologne

The Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel lies in the Ehrenfeld district of Cologne, just a 12-minute underground ride from Cologne Cathedral. It offers simple rooms, free Wi-Fi and a modern café.

J
Jason
From
Lebanon
its location is so good right next to a tram station that could take you to literally everywhere, the room is nice and windows are huge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,494 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
NAD 2,077.07
1 night, 2 adults

Jugendherberge City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

Riehl, Cologne

This youth hostel is located in the Riehl district of Cologne, just 2 miles from the historic district. It offers budget rooms, free parking spaces, and a 24-hour reception.

O
Omerbegović
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
I like that I shared a room with my new friends. Tomas and the guy from Japan were friendly and had patience with my bad German
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,772 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
NAD 2,099.02
1 night, 2 adults

404-Hostel

Nippes, Cologne

404-Hostel in Cologne provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Jnaneshwar
From
India
The kitchen is great. The breakfast has bread, toast, bitter and all the necessary things. You can cook great food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
NAD 911
1 night, 2 adults

Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz

Deutz, Cologne

Just 2953 feet from the Cologne Exhibition Center, this modern city hostel is an ideal base for visitors to the Rhine metropolis and the Rhineland region.

A
Augustas
From
Lithuania
Having a bathroom and shower right in your dorm room inches the experience closer to a hotel one. The included breakfast, while simple, is a nice touch. Finally, the location - feels like this trumps any other positives - right in front of Köln-Deutz train station, city center over the bridge and most importantly very close to Koelnmesse, so easy access to Gamescom, which I was here for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,733 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
NAD 2,099.02
1 night, 2 adults

Station - Hostel for Backpackers

Altstadt-Nord, Cologne

Just 492 feet from Cologne Central Station, this hostel offers bright, clean rooms and free Wi-Fi internet in public areas.

B
Bree
From
United States
The friendliness of the staff. Makes all the difference in the world
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,864 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
NAD 1,876.65
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel MaRu Living C9

Nippes, Cologne

Attractively located in the Nippes district of Cologne, Hostel MaRu Living C9 is located 1.8 miles from Musical Dome Köln, 1.9 miles from Cologne Cathedral and 1.9 miles from Cologne Central Station.

Z
Zeynep
From
Turkey
Check in was easy and contact to the facility was quick and they are helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Location 7.9
Price from
NAD 1,407.90
1 night, 2 adults

Black Sheep

Neustadt-Süd, Cologne

Featuring free WiFi and lockers in the rooms, Black Sheep is centrally located in Cologne. Köln Süd Railway Station is just 1640 feet from the hostel.

M
Mariana
From
Germany
Was in the center of the city, really good location, and really nice ppl that I found there. Made a lot of friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
NAD 1,919.51
1 night, 2 adults

Private Rooms at Heumarkt, Cologne Center

Altstadt-Nord, Cologne

Well located in the Altstadt-Nord district of Cologne, Private Rooms at Heumarkt, Cologne Center is located a 4-minute walk from Wallraf-Richartz Museum, 0.8 miles from Musical Dome Köln and a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Fair - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
NAD 2,455.14
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel 45

Bonn (Near Cologne)

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Hostel 45 is located in Bonn, a 6-minute walk from Bonner Kuenstlerhaus and half a mile from Bonn Opera House.

A
Albert
From
Romania
Clean, few steps away from city center. Amazing staff and very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
NAD 1,317.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Avg. price/night: NAD 2,180.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,147 reviews
    Big and confortable bed with curtain, shelf and a socket to charge devices. Also big lockers in the room and helpful staff. It was also no problem with check in at night. Although it was not the cheapest, but for this quality it was still a good price. One of the best hostels I have ever been to. :)
    Guest review by
    Jakab
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: NAD 2,626.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,733 reviews
    Great staff, great location, massive rooms. Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Senthilnathan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: NAD 2,180.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,147 reviews
    I stayed in the 4-bed female dormitory. The bed was super comfy, the bulk has curtains to offer privacy. Each guest has a spacius locker to use, you don'y need to use your own padlock. Bathrooms and common areas are very clean. Complimentary tea and coffee. Helpful and friendly staff. The hostel is easy to reach by public transportation. It's located closed to downtown. I felt safe.
    Guest review by
    Moonsun
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: NAD 2,626.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,766 reviews
    the price is so cheap and all the property are not disappointing, clean and friendly. one of the best Hostel, that i have ever stayed in
    Guest review by
    Wulandari
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: NAD 2,180.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,494 reviews
    The hostel is just in front of the subway station. It was reasonably clean and offered a minimum for a cheap stay over. It will provide the essencial if you need just a place to sleep.
    Guest review by
    Aline
    Solo traveler

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