This character-filled hostel offers a lively home base with an on-site art gallery that sparks inspiration for travelers seeking both comfort and creativity.
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig, in the city center, offers a vibrant atmosphere. Guests can unwind at the bar or explore nearby landmarks like the Bach Museum and St. Thomas Church. The property features an art gallery, shopping mall, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff.
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Superior Family Room for 4 people
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
30 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Superior Family Room for 6 people
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 6
6 Twin Beds
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Standard Quadruple Room
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
30 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Zentrum, a neighborhood in Leipzig, Five Elements Hostel Leipzig is in the entertainment district and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cospudener Lake and popular attractions include Leipzig Zoo and Belantis Amusement Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Red Bull Arena. Visit our Leipzig travel guide
Located close to Bach Museum and Leipzig University, Five Elements Hostel Leipzig provides a terrace, an art gallery on site, and a shopping mall on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and an elevator
A reception hall, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and
have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers
TVs with cable channels
Communal kitchens, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Art gallery
Billiards/pool table
Designer stores
Shopping mall
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
3 floors
Built in 2012
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Desk
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 5
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
Pet fee: EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: EUR 5 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, Huawei Pay, and Amazon Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property is also known as
Say Cheese Hostel
Say Cheese Hostel Leipzig
Say Cheese Leipzig
Say Cheese Leipzig Hostel
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig
Five Elements Leipzig
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig Leipzig
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is Five Elements Hostel Leipzig pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig on 8 March 2026 start from AED 195, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 5 (subject to availability).
Where is Five Elements Hostel Leipzig located?
Located in Zentrum, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of St. Thomas Church and Bach Museum. Leipzig University and Leipzig's New Town Hall are also within 10 minutes. Leipzig Markt S-Bahn is only a 3-minute walk and Augustusplatz Tram Stop is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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The place was fine for a hostel - but that is what it was, a hostel. Web has place listed for 37 Euros and Expedia charged $138. My complaint about this has gone unanswered for a week.
Very reasonable priced room and fairly comfortable, but noise and smoke from outside was too much. Room was too hot even with heat turned off. Had to open windows to cool down. People smoking below and moving trash cans, playing guitars all night long. Miserable sleep for all of us as a result.
This hostel is in an ideal location. It is on a gorgeous little square with a fountain. (The photo is accurate!) It's steps away from an alley packed with popular cafes and restaurants. It's also a very short walk to J.S. Bach's church, St. Thomas. Perfection!
A few things to note: (1) The interior is a series of hallways that make almost no sense and lead to a disjointed feeling of the place. It's impossible to get your bearings when inside. (2) Our room had plenty of space, it was clean, and the beds were fine. (3) Unfortunately, we needed to open the window to cool down the room and cigarette smoke wafted in from the courtyard below at all hours of the day and night. (4) The walls are thin so we could hear people walk down the hallway. Fortunately, this didn't happen very often. (5) The breakfast is serviceable and unfussy, but at 30 Euros for four people, overpriced.
Ich fand unseren Aufenthalt als Familie in einem Vierbettzimmer gut, die Lage ist super zentral und der Eingangsbereich ist wirklich besonders hübsch. Die Zimmer sind so wie sie gedacht sind, zweckmäßig. Einzig fände ich einen Rausfallschutz am oberen Etagenbett sinnvoll und für mich persönlich fehlte ein absoluter hygienischer Standart, und zwar Matratzenschoner.
Billigt hotel midt i byen. Vi havde ikke brug for andet end 4 senge til en enkelt overnatning med gennem Tyskland, og det var hvad vi fik, intet mere, intet mindre.
Super flinkt personale i Lobbyen der for en gangs skyld snakkede flydende engelsk, så vi slap for vores folkeskole engelsk.
Das Hostel liegt super zentral und macht rein äußerlich schon was her, das Personal war zuvorkommend und sehr freundlich. Die Einrichtung der Zimmer ist abgenutzt und in die Jahre gekommen und für ein Hostel wären Matratzenschoner angebracht.Das Zimmer war sauber und geräumig.
Juli
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Katja
15 December 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Die Unterkunft ist gut zu finden und praktisch gelegen. Man kann sie zu Fuß gut erreichen, da sich viele Parkhäuser im Umfeld befinden.
Insgesamt macht die Unterkunft einen guten Eindruck. Allerdings war unser Zimmer bei Anreise noch etwas schmutzig (Staubflocken samt Haaren neben dem Bett, Haare auf dem Laken), die Fußleisten neben dem Bett waren lose, sodass sie, sobald man aufgrund des begrenzten Platzes anstößt, quer durchs Zimmer fliegen. Im Badezimmer fehlte eine Ablage über dem Waschbecken (Halterung war da, aber Platte nicht) und eine andere Halterung war dermaßen lose in der Wand, dass man Angst hatte, etwas draufzulegen. Die Lüftung im Bad war außerdem so laut wie ein Laubbläser… aber das nervigste Geräusch waren die knarzenden Betten, die bei jeder Gelegenheit Geräusche von sich gaben. Das war wirklich nervig! Ähnliche Geräusche fanden sich auch in den Zimmern unserer Mitreisenden, sodass ich von einem allgemeinen Problem dieser Bettkonstruktionen ausgehe.
Was mir wirklich positiv gefiel, war das Frühstück, das liebevoll vorbereitet für lediglich 10€/Person in der Lounge dazugebucht werden konnte.
Generell möchte ich betonen, dass die Angestellten alle sehr nett und zuvorkommend waren. Aber nach unseren Erfahrungen werden wir das Hostel wohl nicht noch einmal buchen.
ein komfortables Hostel mitten in der Stadt; hatten ein großes Familienzimmer mit 4 Betten; preisgünstig. Markt und Passagen sind bequem zu Fuß zu erreichen; gute S-Bahn-Anbindung. Sehr freundliches, liebenswürdiges Personal, nette Atmosphäre, wunderbares Frühstück mit allem was man braucht; Koffer-Abstell-Service für vor dem Einchecken und nach dem Auschecken. Wir fanden alles prima und haben uns wohl gefühlt.
Susanne
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Daniel
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sehr weitläufig. Lange, verwinkelte Korridore.
Früstücksbuffet mit kleiner Auswahl.
Wir hatten ein 4-Personen-Appartement am Ende des Flurs mit Fenstern zum Innenhof. Dieser war aufgrund (der guten) Gastro sehr belebt. Aber die Fenster schließen schalldicht, so dass wir gut geschlafen haben. Die Lage des Hostels ist fantastisch. Unser Auto haben wir im nahe gelegenen Parkhaus unterm Markt abgestellt. Alle Mitarbeiter vor Ort sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Das Frühstück war gut und wurde dem günstigen Preis mehr als gerecht. Unsere Kinder haben sogar kostenlos gegessen. Für einen geringen Aufpreis konnten wir etwas später auschecken. Alles in allem eine Empfehlung.