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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov
In one month
13 Nov - 15 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec

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, (338 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 NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 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 NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
A building with a red and black facade, a sign reading "VEGAS STYLE BURGER & MORE", and outdoor seating with black chairs and tables.

3. 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 NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Vegas Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

4. 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 NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
GZ Hostel Bonn
A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

5. 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 NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
A cozy cafe with wooden furniture, a large window, and a hanging light fixture.

6. 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 NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Max Hostel
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 NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Mike's Four - Hostel
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Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

8/10 Good
"Good hotel, ideal location in city. Close to train station and cathedral. Pillows in room could have been better."
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

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Cologne Hostels information

Number of reviews
676
Accommodation
7 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$108
Highest Price
NZ$190

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 your budget 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 identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Cologne?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers 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 Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn and Cologne Messe-Deutz Station. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Hostel Köln - Close to public transport, 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 hairdryers in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Cologne?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia's 7 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cologne?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 936 mm.
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 such as 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 on hand 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), located 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn and Heumarkt U-Bahn. To check out more of the area, take a train from Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Cologne Central Station or Köln Dom/Central Station (tief).

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