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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.

J
Joanne
From
Canada
I loved this hostel! It is exceptionally clean & very secure -- the area is also safe. The beds, large & very comfortable... curtains, plugs, shelves AND each room with its own theme. Very spacious lockers, no lock needed. The showers, clean & great stream of water. The free coffee is very very good! The staff, very friendly, helpful & accommodating. The common space is spacious & relaxing. The kitchen is well-stocked. There is access to work spaces, for anyone needing to be in an online meeting. I so much enjoyed this hostel & I would absolutely stay there again! It's maybe 20 minutes to downtown with transport, very logical & easy to manage. Lots of cafes or food stores more or less in the area -- actually, it was nice to get out of the more touristy city center!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,092 reviews
Price from
US$89.68
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.

Y
Yurii
From
Ukraine
Free parking, breakfast, view in window
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,712 reviews
Price from
US$143.25
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.

Y
Yuliya Panych
From
Ukraine
Breakfast buffet, friendliness of the stuff, it was clean and nice rooms and big hostel in general.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,719 reviews
Price from
US$143
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.

M
Martin
From
Colombia
Excelent location near de banhof
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,761 reviews
Price from
US$90.25
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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Price from
US$128.23
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.

V
Veselin
From
Bulgaria
The place is a nice location for easy navigating in the town. The hostel is worth it, the staff are good and professional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
Price from
US$74.74
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.

P
Pranita
From
Germany
Staff was lovely. Location was perfect and value for money. Enjoyed the stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,451 reviews

404-Hostel

Nippes, Cologne

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

민정
From
Belgium
Kind owner, and cozy and clean room! And the cost is super cheap included breakfast. I will definitely come here again if I have a chance to visit Cologne again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews

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.

M
Mikelis
From
Estonia
I liked the location of the Hostel. Tram and train stops were nearby. You could buy your own breakfast from the shop next door.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 746 reviews

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 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 30 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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  • Avg. price/night: US$99.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,092 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$147.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,719 reviews
    Great staff, great location, massive rooms. Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Senthilnathan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$99.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,092 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$163.87
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,712 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$122.31
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,451 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