Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft is situated in Cologne's trendy Belgian Quarter, a short walk from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. The hostel has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. Each room at this hostel is individually decorated with a unique theme, adding a touch of personality to your stay. The hostel offers a range of amenities and activities including a bar, fitness centre, free Wi-Fi, a common lounge and a terrace.
8.3 5762 reviews
Cologne
10/07 – 15/07
NZ$161/nighttotal: NZ$805 (5 )
Meininger Hotel Köln West
1 2
hostel , Cologne
The Meininger Hotel Köln West is located in a quiet residential area in western Cologne, just 2km from RheinEnergie Stadium and 4.5km from Neumarkt Square. The hotel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and overall experience, with a good rating for location. The hotel offers a range of shared social spaces, including a lounge, terrace, and bar, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, and a 24-hour front desk, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
9.2 781 reviews
Cologne
20/08 – 30/08
NZ$112/nighttotal: NZ$1120 (10 )
Meininger Köln West
1 1
hostel , Cologne
The Meininger Köln West hostel is situated in Cologne's Braunsfeld district, close to the RheinEnergieStadion, the Flora Köln botanical garden, and the Lindenthaler Tierpark zoo. It has received very good ratings from previous guests. This modern hostel offers a range of facilities and activities, including a bar, a terrace, a games room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can also enjoy the hostel's artistic design and the free services such as Wi-Fi, bedding, towels, city maps, and a 24/7 reception.
8.7 2915 reviews
Cologne
24/09 – 27/09
NZ$124/nighttotal: NZ$372 (3 )
Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel
1 2
hostel , Cologne
The Weltempfänger Hostel is in Cologne's Ehrenfeld district, a 12-minute underground journey from Cologne Cathedral and a short walk from the Piusstraße Underground Station. It has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel has private bathrooms in each room and lockers for storing valuables. You can enjoy a modern café serving breakfast, homemade cakes, light meals, and drinks throughout the day, as well as free Wi-Fi and parking.
8.3 3796 reviews
Cologne
05/09 – 08/09
NZ$221/nighttotal: NZ$663 (3 )
Art Rock Downtown Hotel
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Art Rock Downtown Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne's city centre, within easy walking distance of popular landmarks such as the Wallraf-Richartz Museum and Neumarkt Square. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travellers. The accommodation offers a shared lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow guests. You can also enjoy a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
8.2 601 reviews
Cologne
03/07 – 05/07
NZ$73/nighttotal: NZ$146 (2 )
404-hostel
1 1
hostel , Cologne
The 404-hostel is located in Cologne, 4km from the city centre and close to the Museum Ludwig and Cologne Cathedral. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience. The hostel has one bedroom and one bathroom and offers a shared kitchen, lounge, and terrace. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property, luggage storage, and an electric kettle in each room.
8.1 2135 reviews
Cologne
04/08 – 07/08
NZ$354/nighttotal: NZ$1062 (3 )
Hostel Köln
1 4
hostel , Cologne
Hostel Köln offers family-friendly lodging in Cologne, conveniently located between Neumarkt and Rudolfplatz, a 20-minute walk (approximately 1.6km) from Cologne Cathedral and the Hauptbahnhof. This renovated seven-storey building provides a one-bedroom, one-bathroom guesthouse with a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and ample amenities including a terrace, garden, and parking, plus a buffet breakfast.
Cologne
06/07 – 08/07
NZ$232/nighttotal: NZ$464 (2 )
Premier Inn Koeln City Mediapark
1 2
hostel , Cologne
The Premier Inn Cologne City Mediapark Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne, near the city centre, within walking distance of the Eigelstein Gate, the Golden Chamber, and the Schauspiel Köln theatre. This budget-friendly hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, providing easy access to public transport and local amenities.
8.0 6992 reviews
Cologne
31/07 – 07/08
NZ$394/nighttotal: NZ$2758 (7 )
Jugendherberge City-hostel Köln-riehl
1 4
hostel , Cologne
The Jugendherberge City-hostel Köln-riehl is located in the Riehl district of Cologne, just 3.2 kilometres from the historic district, offering easy access to the city’s main attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The accommodation provides a private bathroom in each room and offers a range of amenities, including a kitchen, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and parking. Guests can also enjoy a recreation room with a TV, an internet terminal, and a barbecue area.
8.0 5189 reviews
Cologne
11/08 – 14/08
NZ$216/nighttotal: NZ$648 (3 )
Jugendherberge Köln-deutz
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz is a youth hostel situated in the Deutz district, offering excellent access with Köln-Deutz Train Station directly opposite, the Cologne Exhibition Centre just 2.95 kilometres away, and Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town a 15-minute walk. This modern city accommodation also provides convenient access to the Lanxess Arena within a 10-minute walk. The property features rooms with private bathrooms and includes bed linen, with on-site amenities such as internet terminals, washing machines, and dryers available for guest use.
8.5 2381 reviews
Cologne
07/12 – 11/12
NZ$456/nighttotal: NZ$1824 (4 )
Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena
1 3
hostel , Leverkusen
The Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena is located in Leverkusen, just 3 kilometres from the BayArena stadium, making it a convenient choice for football fans. This 4-star hotel offers a comfortable and modern stay. The accommodation features a contemporary design throughout, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a sauna, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and room service.
Best Cologne hostels with breakfast
Among the 35 accommodations in Cologne, here are the 4 best hostels with breakfast
8.1 2135 reviews
Cologne
04/08 – 07/08
NZ$354/nighttotal: NZ$1062 (3 )
Hostel Köln
1 4
hostel , Cologne
Hostel Köln offers family-friendly lodging in Cologne, conveniently located between Neumarkt and Rudolfplatz, a 20-minute walk (approximately 1.6km) from Cologne Cathedral and the Hauptbahnhof. This renovated seven-storey building provides a one-bedroom, one-bathroom guesthouse with a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and ample amenities including a terrace, garden, and parking, plus a buffet breakfast.
8.5 2381 reviews
Cologne
07/12 – 11/12
NZ$456/nighttotal: NZ$1824 (4 )
Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena
1 3
hostel , Leverkusen
The Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena is located in Leverkusen, just 3 kilometres from the BayArena stadium, making it a convenient choice for football fans. This 4-star hotel offers a comfortable and modern stay. The accommodation features a contemporary design throughout, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a sauna, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and room service.
8.2 601 reviews
Cologne
03/07 – 05/07
NZ$73/nighttotal: NZ$146 (2 )
404-hostel
1 1
hostel , Cologne
The 404-hostel is located in Cologne, 4km from the city centre and close to the Museum Ludwig and Cologne Cathedral. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall user experience. The hostel has one bedroom and one bathroom and offers a shared kitchen, lounge, and terrace. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property, luggage storage, and an electric kettle in each room.
8.0 5189 reviews
Cologne
11/08 – 14/08
NZ$216/nighttotal: NZ$648 (3 )
Jugendherberge Köln-deutz
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz is a youth hostel situated in the Deutz district, offering excellent access with Köln-Deutz Train Station directly opposite, the Cologne Exhibition Centre just 2.95 kilometres away, and Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town a 15-minute walk. This modern city accommodation also provides convenient access to the Lanxess Arena within a 10-minute walk. The property features rooms with private bathrooms and includes bed linen, with on-site amenities such as internet terminals, washing machines, and dryers available for guest use.
Best Cologne hostels with a locker
Cologne
06/07 – 08/07
NZ$232/nighttotal: NZ$464 (2 )
Premier Inn Koeln City Mediapark
1 2
hostel , Cologne
The Premier Inn Cologne City Mediapark Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne, near the city centre, within walking distance of the Eigelstein Gate, the Golden Chamber, and the Schauspiel Köln theatre. This budget-friendly hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, providing easy access to public transport and local amenities.
8.1 2135 reviews
Cologne
04/08 – 07/08
NZ$354/nighttotal: NZ$1062 (3 )
Hostel Köln
1 4
hostel , Cologne
Hostel Köln offers family-friendly lodging in Cologne, conveniently located between Neumarkt and Rudolfplatz, a 20-minute walk (approximately 1.6km) from Cologne Cathedral and the Hauptbahnhof. This renovated seven-storey building provides a one-bedroom, one-bathroom guesthouse with a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and ample amenities including a terrace, garden, and parking, plus a buffet breakfast.
8.0 5189 reviews
Cologne
11/08 – 14/08
NZ$216/nighttotal: NZ$648 (3 )
Jugendherberge Köln-deutz
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz is a youth hostel situated in the Deutz district, offering excellent access with Köln-Deutz Train Station directly opposite, the Cologne Exhibition Centre just 2.95 kilometres away, and Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town a 15-minute walk. This modern city accommodation also provides convenient access to the Lanxess Arena within a 10-minute walk. The property features rooms with private bathrooms and includes bed linen, with on-site amenities such as internet terminals, washing machines, and dryers available for guest use.
8.3 3796 reviews
Cologne
05/09 – 08/09
NZ$221/nighttotal: NZ$663 (3 )
Art Rock Downtown Hotel
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Art Rock Downtown Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne's city centre, within easy walking distance of popular landmarks such as the Wallraf-Richartz Museum and Neumarkt Square. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travellers. The accommodation offers a shared lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow guests. You can also enjoy a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in Cologne
What affordable attractions should backpackers visit in Cologne?
Cologne has plenty of free things to do, like exploring the historic city walls, wandering through the Botanical Gardens, or taking a stroll along the Rhine River. If you're looking for a paid attraction, the Museum Ludwig is a great choice, with modern and contemporary art.
What nightlife options are popular among hostel guests in Cologne?
For a lively atmosphere, head to the Belgian Quarter, where you'll find plenty of bars and clubs. The Friesenplatz area is also popular, with a mix of pubs and clubs.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Cologne?
What budget-friendly events or festivals are taking place in and around Cologne?
Cologne has a calendar full of events, including the famous Carnival, the annual Summer in the City festival, and the Christmas Market. Keep an eye out for free concerts and street performances in the city centre.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in Cologne?
What are the top social spots in Cologne for hostel guests to meet other travelers?
The most popular hostel areas are in the city centre, close to the main train station and the Rhine River. You'll find plenty of hostels in the Altstadt (Old Town) and the Neustadt (New Town), and they often have common areas where guests can mingle.
What are the best hostels with parking in Cologne?
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Cologne?
Taking a budget airline to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is usually the most affordable option. You can then take a train or bus to the city centre for under €10.
What should you know before renting a hostel in Cologne?
When booking a hostel, check the location, reviews, and amenities. Consider whether you want a private room or a shared dorm, and be aware of any additional costs like linen or breakfast.
What's the best time of the year to visit Cologne?
The best time to visit Cologne is during spring or autumn, when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are smaller. Avoid visiting during the Carnival season (February/March) if you want to avoid large crowds and higher prices.
Where in Cologne can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
The Altstadt (Old Town) is a popular area for hostels, with easy access to the main attractions. The Neustadt (New Town) is another good option, offering a more modern and vibrant atmosphere.
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Best Cologne hostels with air conditioning
8.3 3796 reviews
Cologne
05/09 – 08/09
NZ$221/nighttotal: NZ$663 (3 )
Art Rock Downtown Hotel
1 2
hostel , Cologne
Art Rock Downtown Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne's city centre, within easy walking distance of popular landmarks such as the Wallraf-Richartz Museum and Neumarkt Square. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travellers. The accommodation offers a shared lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow guests. You can also enjoy a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
Cologne
06/07 – 08/07
NZ$232/nighttotal: NZ$464 (2 )
Premier Inn Koeln City Mediapark
1 2
hostel , Cologne
The Premier Inn Cologne City Mediapark Hotel is conveniently located in Cologne, near the city centre, within walking distance of the Eigelstein Gate, the Golden Chamber, and the Schauspiel Köln theatre. This budget-friendly hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, providing easy access to public transport and local amenities.
8.5 2381 reviews
Cologne
07/12 – 11/12
NZ$456/nighttotal: NZ$1824 (4 )
Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena
1 3
hostel , Leverkusen
The Lindner Hotel Leverkusen Bayarena is located in Leverkusen, just 3 kilometres from the BayArena stadium, making it a convenient choice for football fans. This 4-star hotel offers a comfortable and modern stay. The accommodation features a contemporary design throughout, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a sauna, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and room service.
Neighborhoods and points of interest in Cologne
Best Cologne hostels with laundry available
8.0 6992 reviews
Cologne
31/07 – 07/08
NZ$394/nighttotal: NZ$2758 (7 )
Jugendherberge City-hostel Köln-riehl
1 4
hostel , Cologne
The Jugendherberge City-hostel Köln-riehl is located in the Riehl district of Cologne, just 3.2 kilometres from the historic district, offering easy access to the city’s main attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The accommodation provides a private bathroom in each room and offers a range of amenities, including a kitchen, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and parking. Guests can also enjoy a recreation room with a TV, an internet terminal, and a barbecue area.
9.2 781 reviews
Cologne
20/08 – 30/08
NZ$112/nighttotal: NZ$1120 (10 )
Meininger Köln West
1 1
hostel , Cologne
The Meininger Köln West hostel is situated in Cologne's Braunsfeld district, close to the RheinEnergieStadion, the Flora Köln botanical garden, and the Lindenthaler Tierpark zoo. It has received very good ratings from previous guests. This modern hostel offers a range of facilities and activities, including a bar, a terrace, a games room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can also enjoy the hostel's artistic design and the free services such as Wi-Fi, bedding, towels, city maps, and a 24/7 reception.