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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.

b
batıkan
From
Cyprus
Staff was very friendly. They offered free coffee, tea, water etc. Location was perfect. Rooms were comfortable. Although rooms lacked private bathrooms, the shared ones were very clear and easy to access.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,092 reviews
Price from
US$89.73
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$143.33
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.

T
Tatiana
From
Colombia
The room was clean and the breakfast was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,719 reviews
Price from
US$143.09
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.

w
wajahat Khan
From
Pakistan
"great location, near to the main train station, centrally located, very nice and helpfull staff 😊,I would love to come again!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,761 reviews
Price from
US$90.30
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.

H
Hemant
From
United Kingdom
Cleanliness and staff were excellent, and the photos are genuine. The toilet and shower rooms are shared but exceptionally clean. The main gate, located next to the laundry shop, only has 'C9' written on it instead of 'MaruLivingC9.' Make sure to ask for the entry codes beforehand to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Price from
US$128.31
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.

J
Juliana
From
Luxembourg
A kitchen on the lounge with 2 fridges where you can put your food and cook and everything else you might need for cooking, pans, pots, cutlery, plates and so on, so you don't spend too much money on food. The all female room was really good. Every bed had plugs and lights and a bit of privacy. They didn't have curtains for each bed like other hostels, but the beds have a division that separates them from the other bed that gives you some privacy. A girl in my all female room had a problem with a guy while she was in the corridor and the staff was very efficient and attentive to the girl.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
Price from
US$74.79
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.

C
Cemile Beyda
From
Spain
I stayed in a single room. It was very clean and comfortable. The heating was working very well (I stayed in January). The staff were very friendly. The location is perfect.
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.

A
Anna
From
Armenia
Very comfortable, great price and location. The host has fair rules which are clearly explained and is ready to answer any questions (we were explained the best ways to get to the city center and Koelnmesse, where the Gamescom was) Also, there was a nice small breakfast, which saved us time and gave energy. Overall, great stay and thank you to the host!
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.

S
SEAN
From
Germany
Very complete and comfortable hostel. Individual rooms for each group with a shared bathroom, toilet and kitchen. The price was very worth it. Check in and check out just involved collecting and leaving your keys. The kitchen was also very complete. The location was near Barbarossaplatz which has a train directly to the city centre. There's also a Rewe nearby which helps if you're looking to cook.
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$99.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,096 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$147.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,722 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$99.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,096 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.
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Moonsun
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$163.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,710 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
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Wulandari
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$122.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 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.
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Aline
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