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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

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Located close to Cologne Zoo and Claudius Therme, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 378
AED 425 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a poster on the wall.

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a bathroom with a sink.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a bathroom with a sink.

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a bathroom with a sink.

Shared Dormitory, Men only (4 beds)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a bathroom with a sink.

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Beds)

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Nippes, a neighborhood in Cologne, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl is in a shopping district and on a river. Chocolate Museum and Palladium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cologne Cathedral and Neumarkt. Traveling with kids? Make time for Cologne Zoo, or check out an event or a game at LANXESS Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cologne travel guide
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Map
An Der Schanz 14, Cologne, NW, 50735

What's nearby

  • A clear pool with swimmers, surrounded by greenery and buildings.
    Cologne Zoo
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A formal garden with a central fountain, manicured lawns, and flower beds.
    Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A yellow cable car suspended from a large metal structure against a clear blue sky.
    Cologne Cable Car
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Das Delfter Haus
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Claudius Therme
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn
    3 min walk
  • Hansaring Station
    5 min drive
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fromanda
    5 min drive
  • Fioretto
    3 min drive
  • Mevlana Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Chickenland's
    8 min drive
  • Gruber's Restaurant
    3 min drive

About this property

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

  • Family-friendly hostel remodeled in 2019 and located near Cologne Zoo
  • Located close to Claudius Therme and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, a foosball table, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All 169 rooms include amenities such as safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • 9,128 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1981
  • Renovated entire property - August 2019
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests are required to be members of Hostelling International or an affiliate, such as German Youth Hostel Association. Guests must present a valid membership card at check-in. Guests who are not members may purchase a membership online or at the reception desk at check-in. Special membership fees may be available for schools, clubs, and other institutions. Members from outside Germany are subject to the regulations in their country of origin, but non-members from abroad can also purchase welcome stamps at this hostel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

As of 21 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl on 22 August 2026 start from AED 378, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl located?

This family-friendly Cologne hostel is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cologne Zoo, Claudius Therme, and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. Palladium and Cologne Cathedral are also within 3 mi (5 km). Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn is only a 3-minute walk and Slabystrasse U-Bahn is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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