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Next weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Leiden hostels

Bar (on property)

1. Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel

Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
The Hague Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (162 reviews)
"This was a convenient well located stay for our two day stopover with our family. The rooms were clean and tidy and the facilities were great."
Australia
Meaghan
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
Lobby

2. Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel

Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel
Noordwijk
7.4 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Très bien, mais beaucoup trop cher pour la prestation fournie, pour le même prix nous avions eu la veille une chambre luxe avec vue sur mer, et ici 4 lits superposés dans une chambre type formule 1. On le savait, certes, mais quand même, le rapport qualité prix n'est vraiment pas au rendez vous."
France
Jérôme
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel
Deluxe Double Room

3. Will & Tate City Stay

Will & Tate City Stay
3.0 star property
The Hague Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (125 reviews)
"Best place to stay!! Staff is perfect! "
Netherlands
John richard
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Will & Tate City Stay
Front of property – evening/night

4. Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026

Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
Centrum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"Great people and great location "
United States
Isaac
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
Bar (on property)

5. Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel

Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel
Noorderhout
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (150 reviews)
"Everything was clean and right for our stay! Family of 5"
United States
Felipe
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel
Front of property

6. CoolDocks

CoolDocks
Centrum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (66 reviews)
"Good hostel - good value. Spartan kitchen and could do with a bit more in the way of staff/cleaners, but it was a clean, decent space with comfy beds and a nice friendly vibe."
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
CoolDocks
Lobby

7. Hostel ROOM Rotterdam

Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
Centrum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89 reviews)
"Wonderful kind staff"
Netherlands
Jeroen
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
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Top Leiden Hotel Reviews

Olympic Hotel

Olympic Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was fine. Happy with the stay."
Palitha 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Olympic Hotel

Find out more about Leiden

Leiden Hostels information

Number of reviews
889
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$143
Highest Price
NZ$175

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Leiden?
You may like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport - 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the heart of Leiden. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Leiden?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Leiden is 891 mm.
What is there to see and do in Leiden?
Overall, Leiden is known for its museums, historical sites and local tours. Major attractions include Scheveningen Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Hortus Botanicus, Sint Annahofje and Kagerplassen. Cultural attractions include Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Museum Boerhaave and Stedelijk Museum de Lakenhal.
What's the best way to get to and around Leiden while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Leiden on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), 14.8 mi (23.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Schiphol Airport (AMS), which is 15.5 mi (25 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Leiden Central Station, Leiden Lammenschans Station or De Vink Station.

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