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Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft, hotel in 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.

The common areas were all super clean, the staff very nice and friendly and the room was spacious and cosy. The kitchen is well-equipped.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
3,986 reviews
Price from
£72.73
per night
404-Hostel, hotel in Cologne

404-Hostel in Cologne provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace.

I liked it that rooms were very clean, bathroom was clean and large, everybody gets their locker and owner is very nice.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
606 reviews
Price from
£46.19
per night
Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel, hotel in 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.

Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
1,439 reviews
Price from
£98.88
per night
Station - Hostel for Backpackers, hotel in Cologne

Just 150 metres from Cologne Central Station, this hostel offers bright, clean rooms and free Wi-Fi internet in public areas.

Close location to the train station.
Scored 7.1
7.1
Rated good
Good
3,866 reviews
Price from
£53.07
per night
Max Hostel, hotel in 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.

Cheaper prices
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
510 reviews
Price from
£50.22
per night
Black Sheep, hotel in 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.

Location was good. A 20 minute walk to the centre/river/cathedral or 5 min on the tram system that was very frequent
Scored 6.5
6.5
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
745 reviews
Hostel 45, hotel in Cologne

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hostel 45 is situated in Bonn, 800 metres from Opera Bonn and 700 metres from Arte Fact.

The place is well maintained and secured. It is good that the door downstairs has a passcode for the safety of the guests. The area is convenient especially it's walking distance to nearby landmarks and food establishments. I like the ambiance and size of the room. It is good that the room has its own sink and mini refrigerator. The room in this hostel have a better privacy compare to the other hostels. The lobby staff and the cleaning staff are friendly and accomodating to the guests. For my week stay I enjoyed it and felt comfortable because it feels like my personal room from my home.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
970 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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Hostels that guests love in Cologne

  • Avg. price/night: £92.83
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 816 reviews
    Great location but There was no internet No safety box
    Danar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £85.81
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3,986 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. :)
    Jakab
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £104.61
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,450 reviews
    Great staff, great location, massive rooms. Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed in.
    Senthilnathan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £127.91
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,710 reviews
    As Koln room rate is not cheap as a tourist city in general, pay US13 more and you can get a single room with private bath instead of dormitory bed of hostel. Really can’t complain for it. It’s quite worth for solo traveler. Room is a bit old in facilities but clean in basic, quite similar to student dorm (in terms of single room). Location is good just one metro stop to Dom. (Can even by foot for 15-20 minutes). Have supermarket within 5 minutes on foot.
    Cara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.81
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3,986 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.
    Moonsun
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £91.93
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,366 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
    Wulandari
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54.97
    Scored 3.6
    3.6
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 403 reviews
    Great location! Very easy to get anywhere you need Kiosk newsagent right outside, alcohol/toiletries/snacks Great value for money Friendly staff Clean rooms Simple check in and check out Feels safe - we were happy to leave our stuff in the room for the 5 day stay Great public transport links (cheap scooters, trams/subway nearby) Comfortable beds Ceiling fan + great ventilation
    Craig
    Group
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,439 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.
    Aline
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.77
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,708 reviews
    Cheap hostel, nice to spend a night or two in Cologne. Located on a busy street with many bars and clubs around it. every room has a shower and a toilet. overall not bad if on a budget.
    Lado Nickolas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £96.82
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 2,177 reviews
    Cheap and cheerful hostel-like accommodation - great location. Clean and safe, with friendly staff.
    Nick
    Solo traveller

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