Search Hostels in Cologne

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: A&o Köln Dom - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) and Köln Dom/Central Station (tief). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi and multilingual staff. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Station Hostel For Backpackers - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi. SFN Home Stay - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Bergisch Gladbach S-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and coffee/tea makers.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia’s 9 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 37 inches.

In general, Cologne is known for its museums, historical sites, and cafes. Top attractions include Cologne Cathedral and Phantasialand. Get out into nature with places like Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne, Fühlinger Lake, and Turnicher Castle Park. Cultural attractions include Cologne City Museum, Museum Ludwig, and Cologne Philharmonic.

Keep this information about transit options in Cologne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away. An alternative is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), situated 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn, and Heumarkt U-Bahn. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Cologne Central Station, or Köln Dom/Central Station (tief).