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Our top choices for Cologne hostels

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and a grill station.

1. Station Hostel For Backpackers

Station Hostel For Backpackers
Old Town Cologne
7.2 out of 10, Good, (336 reviews)
"Not your typical hostel, which made the trip fun. Functions like a university dorm with shared WC. Location was ideal for those traveling by train or bus."
United States
kenneth
The price is AED 218
AED 245 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Station Hostel For Backpackers
A modern building complex with multiple high-rise structures, a parking area, and a river in the background.

2. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Nippes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Great Enjoyed visiting and would visit again!"
United States
Samantha L.
The price is AED 341
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
A cozy cafe with wooden furniture, a large window, and a hanging light fixture.

3. Max Hostel

Max Hostel
Stadtbezirk Bonn
7.8 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"It was clean and very helpful staff. I enjoyed staying at Max."
Canada
Dr. Vipin
The price is AED 234
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Max Hostel
A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

4. BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
Stadtbezirk Bonn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (172 reviews)
"A fantastic place to stay! "
United Kingdom
Clare
The price is AED 289
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
A building with a red and black facade, a sign reading "VEGAS STYLE BURGER & MORE", and outdoor seating with black chairs and tables.

5. Vegas Hotel

Vegas Hotel
Zentrum
6.8 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"An alright place to put your head down for a night, but nothing great about it."
United Kingdom
debbie
The price is AED 259
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Vegas Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

6. GZ Hostel Bonn

GZ Hostel Bonn
Stadtbezirk Bonn
5.2 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Very unclean and worn building. Half of it was a building site so works began early in the morning. The basement room had a window that you could hear people moving about all night. The shower and bathroom were so bad we really refrained from using it at all. A taxi driver informed us that there are women who offer extra services in this hostel. AVOID THIS HOSTEL. Wasn’t even cheap compared to other accommodation we were just desperate for somewhere to sleep. "
United Kingdom
Matthew William
The price is AED 228
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
GZ Hostel Bonn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a wall-mounted clock.

7. Mike's Four - Hostel

Mike's Four - Hostel
Friedrichstadt
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Fotoğraflardaki gibi lüx görünümlü asla değil, orta seviye standart bir hostel sadece, Ortak paylaşımlı banyo ve tuvalet olduğunu farkedemeden aldık, Maalesef herşeyi kendiniz temin etmeniz gerekiyor, orta düzeyde bir hostel yatacak yer hariç başka bir hizmet yok. İyice inceleyip karar verin. Mutfak yemek vs yok, su almadıysanız içeceğiniz musluk bile yok maalesef :) "
Turkey
Huseyin Kaya
The price is AED 333
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mike's Four - Hostel
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Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

CityClass Hotel am Dom

CityClass Hotel am Dom

8/10 Good
"Clean room"
Horst 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
CityClass Hotel am Dom

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel 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.
What is a hostel?
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.
What are the best hostels in Cologne?
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: Station Hostel For Backpackers - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, showers, 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. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn and Cologne Messe-Deutz Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and TVs in all rooms. 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. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Hostel Köln - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Mauritiuskirche U-Bahn. You can take advantage of free internet and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, TVs, and hair dryers in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Cologne?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia's 7 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cologne?
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.
What is there to see and do in Cologne?
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, Forstbotanischer Garten Köln, and Fühlinger Lake. Cultural attractions include Museum Ludwig, Cologne Philharmonic, and Musical Dome.
What's the best way to get to and around Cologne while staying at a hostel?
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).

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