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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, 2 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors.

A
Andrea
From
Italy
Staying in this hostel has been amazing! The staff is young and super nice and my room was perfect: double bed and super privacy due to the curtains. The toilets and the showers were always clean and the common area is very cozy and you can get free coffee or tea. The hostel is located in the heart of the city centre, 5 minutes walking to the Christmas markets. I honestly think that for this price and this location you can’t really find something better in Cologne!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,123 reviews
Price from
US$90.97
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.

M
Martin
From
Switzerland
This hostel is great! I especially liked the great concerts they organized twice during my four-day-stay. The breakfast is generous and good value, the staff helpful and prepared to have a chat with the hostel-guests. I enjoyed sitting in the café, meeting other people, reading and enjoying the delicious soups they offer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,485 reviews
Price from
US$94.48
1 night, 2 adults

Jugendherberge City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

Riehl, Cologne

This youth hostel is located in the Riehl district of Cologne, just 3 km from the Old Town district. It offers budget rooms, free parking spaces, and a 24-hour reception.

Z
Zoraï
From
Belgium
Perfect location, easily accessible. Loved everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,738 reviews
Price from
US$142.24
1 night, 2 adults

Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz

Deutz, Cologne

Just 900 metres from the Cologne Exhibition Centre, this modern city hostel is an ideal base for visitors to the Rhine metropolis and the Rhineland region.

M
Maria
From
Italy
Location, the facilities were a wonderful addition.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,720 reviews
Price from
US$119.34
1 night, 2 adults

Station - Hostel for Backpackers

Altstadt-Nord, Cologne

Just 150 metres from Cologne Central Station, this hostel offers bright, clean rooms and free Wi-Fi internet in public areas.

A
Artem
From
Ireland
Perfect place. Friendly staff. Easy communication.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,829 reviews
Price from
US$98.83
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel MaRu Living C9

Nippes, Cologne

Set in Cologne within 3.1 km of Cologne Cathedral and 3.1 km of Cologne Central Station, Hostel MaRu Living C9 features rooms with free WiFi.

G
Groen
From
Netherlands
Easy to find, nice locations with lots of nice bars/restaurants nearby and close enough to the city without being to busy. The rooms and amenities were very clean and had everything we needed during our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
US$71.04
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 500 metres from the hostel.

G
Ghotbi
From
United Kingdom
Honestly so good for the price clean, has amenities can’t complain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
Price from
US$152.79
1 night, 2 adults

Private Rooms at Heumarkt, Cologne Center

Altstadt-Nord, Cologne

Conveniently set in the Altstadt-Nord district of Cologne, Private Rooms at Heumarkt, Cologne Center is located 300 metres from Wallraf-Richartz Museum, 1.2 km from Musical Dome Cologne and less than...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$97.71
1 night, 2 adults

Max Hostel

Bonn (Near Cologne)

Max Hostel is situated in Bonn, 200 metres from AnBau 35. Free WiFi is provided. The rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom. There is a shared kitchen at the property.

M
Mykola
From
Ukraine
The staff was superfriendly! Not only they allowed me to check-in early and provide with small soap for free, but they also kindly considered my request to stay longer after planned check-out (my flight was at night, and I felt sick and wanted just to lay down a bit more).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
Price from
US$77.15
1 night, 2 adults

404-Hostel

Nippes, Cologne

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

J
Joonas
From
Finland
A lovely, homely hostel easily accessible by the U-bahn with great service and nice, spacious and clean rooms. After choosing the cheapest option I was really pleasantly surprised by this!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,123 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 traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,720 reviews
    Great staff, great location, massive rooms. Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Senthilnathan
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,123 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 traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,738 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 traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,485 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 traveller