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Located in Freiburg im Breisgau and within a 8-minute walk of Freiburg Cathedral, Black Forest Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around a 18-minute walk from Freiburg Central Station, 3.2 miles from Messe Freiburg and 25 miles from Europa-Park. The property has a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower, while some rooms contain a kitchen with a fridge. You can play table tennis at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
7.2
Low score for Freiburg im Breisgau

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Virginia
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, very nice kitchen, relaxed atmosphere and social vibe. Easy to connect with others. Nice staff. Slept well!
  • Shikha
    India India
    The staff at the hostel are really nice and very accommodating. Had a great two days stay at the place.
  • Daniel
    Italy Italy
    The spacious common area, the good spirited staff, the possibility to donate food instead of throwing it away, the cozy single room and the location close to the center.
  • Rafael
    Germany Germany
    The location and the standard of cleanliness are really good
  • Kevin
    Argentina Argentina
    Good location, comfortable beds, they offer a storage system and lockers.
  • Tracy
    United States of America United States of America
    Good value as one would expect from a hostel. Our credit card was charged once through booking.com and then 2x at the front desk. Hopefully it will get resolved. Beds were comfortable.
  • Giridharan
    Germany Germany
    everything from the staff to the facility was good and well. you have everything here except for security for your personal belongings if you stay in the common room
  • Rafael
    Germany Germany
    Staff was friendly, location is perfect a walking distance from train station or tram.
  • Cindi
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a fabulous and exceptionally well run Hostel. The staff is warm and generously helpful, the accommodations are super comfortable and clean, great location in old town. Best choice in Freiburg, I would definitely stay again
  • Andrei0709
    Germany Germany
    Even though it was a mix room, was very clean and quiet, it was very nice room. Idk why, maybe i was lucky but all the people was nice, the staff and the people who lived there. Was a nice experience.

Area info

Amenities of Black Forest Hostel

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Galician

House rules
Black Forest Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking for groups of more than 4 people different policies and conditions may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Black Forest Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Black Forest Hostel

  • Check-in at Black Forest Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Black Forest Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Black Forest Hostel is 2,600 feet from the center of Freiburg im Breisgau. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Black Forest Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Ping-pong