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Our top choices for Cologne hostels

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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Nippes
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (92)
"Clean and spacious room, friendly staff."
United Kingdom
benbelgacem
The price is AED 424
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
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Station Hostel For Backpackers

Station Hostel For Backpackers

Station Hostel For Backpackers
Old Town Cologne
7.2 out of 10, Good, (321)
"Staff was polite, room cleanliness was okay. Surrounding may be noisy."
Singapore
Thomas
The price is AED 228
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Station Hostel For Backpackers
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Hostel Heinzelmännchen

Hostel Heinzelmännchen

Hostel Heinzelmännchen
Old Town Cologne
7.6 out of 10, Good, (140)
"The staff was nice and the room was clean "
United Kingdom
Julia
The price is AED 202
AED 227 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2026
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
a&o Köln Dom - Hostel

a&o Köln Dom - Hostel

a&o Köln Dom - Hostel
Old Town Cologne
7.2 out of 10, Good, (330)
"great location, nice staff, super comfy bed, nice bathroom, overall good stay!!"
Canada
lily
The price is AED 356
AED 400 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
a&o Köln Dom - Hostel
Free daily continental breakfast
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
Stadtbezirk Bonn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (154)
"A fantastic place to stay! "
United Kingdom
Clare
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
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Vegas Hotel

Vegas Hotel

Vegas Hotel
Zentrum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (9)
"Very noisy. No daily cleaning of the room."
Germany
Sergio Alejandro
The price is AED 301
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Vegas Hotel
Reception
Max Hostel

Max Hostel

Max Hostel
Stadtbezirk Bonn
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (38)
"Great parking facilities, good price and go out of way to assist if you arrive late via email "
United Kingdom
Philip
Max Hostel
Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed with shared bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Mike's Four - Hostel

Mike's Four - Hostel

Mike's Four - Hostel
Friedrichstadt
6.0 out of 10, (3)
"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
Mike's Four - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport

Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport

10/10 Excellent
"We boked this hotel because it was highly reated with great reviews. We were delighted everything matched!!! It is well located short drive to Cologne Cathedral dome--16 minutes. The room is comfortable, clean and quiet. Breakfast was healthy and delicious. Wifi is super fast. The service staff is so helpful and friendly. after our 15 hour flight, we were well rested to go to Chrismtas market. We highly recommend this hotel for its location and above-beyond service. No wonder it is fully-booked for the weekend. The parking is convenient and close to the hotel."
Sam 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport

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 more 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 exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Cologne?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Station Hostel For Backpackers - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station). Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find towels, showers, and free WiFi in all rooms. A&o Köln Dom - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) and Köln Dom/Central Station (tief). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn and Cologne Messe-Deutz Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Cologne?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia's 9 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cologne?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 37 inches.
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 like Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne, Fühlinger Lake, and Nature Reserve Wahner Heide. Cultural attractions include Cologne City Museum, Museum Ludwig, and Cologne Philharmonic.
What's the best way to get to and around Cologne while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cologne in your back pocket 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), situated 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn, and Heumarkt U-Bahn. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Cologne Central Station, or Köln Dom/Central Station (tief).