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An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and a grill station.

1. Station Hostel For Backpackers

Old Town Cologne

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building complex with multiple high-rise structures, a parking area, and a river in the background.

2. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

Nippes

Samantha L.

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

3. BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

Stadtbezirk Bonn

Gregory

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A cozy cafe with wooden furniture, a large window, and a hanging light fixture.

4. Max Hostel

Stadtbezirk Bonn

Dr. Vipin

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a wall-mounted clock.

5. Mike's Four - Hostel

Friedrichstadt

Huseyin Kaya

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

Mauritius Hotel & Therme

8/10 Good

"Pretty good."

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and convenient hotel for a short visit to Koln for a couple of days with my son. Great choice of food in the hotel breakfast buffet, although there were also good local cafe options a short walk from the hotel too. Easy to walk into the city centre (15-25 mins walk) to the major tourist areas/sights. Hotel has a decent amount of on-site parking, although it costs €23 Euros per day, and the entrance to it does involve you having to go around the back of the hotel and down a one-way side road to get to it. We took a wrong turn initially, so had to do another loop to access it. We stayed on the top (17th floor) and there was a great view of the river & skyline from the room. Would definitely stay here again if visiting the area."

Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark

8/10 Good

"Our room was huge, with enough room for the bed for my husband and I, plus twin beds for our two kids. It even had a little seating area and an electric kettle which was great for cup of noodles sorts of meals. The only issue was during check-in when the staff notified us that we had two rooms booked when we knew we'd only booked one. They insisted it was Expedia's mistake and must be fixed on Expedia's end, because as a policy they do not cancel 3rd party reservations. We called Expedia and they said they only saw the one room and therefore could not cancel a second, insisting it was an error on the hotel's end. It ended up being a very frustrating experience for everyone involved but in the end they found a way for the extra room to be canceled by a manager higher up. I really appreciated the woman at the front desk for working really hard to find a solution for us. The male front desk worker had a less professional demeanor and bordered on rude. After that situation was sorted out, we were very happy with the hotel. The breakfast buffet was delicious and had tons of appetizing choices. The second elevator started working during our stay which helped with wait times. The location was excellent with a train stop just down the street, a grocery store a couple blocks away, and a laundromat across the street."

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent breakfast, nice rooms, staff were helpful and lovely. Only complaint is that the aircon was clearly not working (it was often colder outside than in, even when we had it set to -3c) and the fridge was also barely cool. Another minor note is that there wasn't power on one side of the bed. Other than this, really lovely stay!"

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Number of reviews	651
Accommodation	7 Hostels
Lowest Price	AU$97
Highest Price	AU$189

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 your budget 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 identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

What are the best hostels in Cologne?

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Station Hostel For Backpackers - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cologne Cathedral. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and multilingual staff at this property. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn and Cologne Messe-Deutz Station. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this property. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms.

How many hostels will I find in Cologne?

If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia's 7 hostels could be a great option.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cologne?

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 936 mm.

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 such as Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne, Fühlinger Lake and Brühl Castle. 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 on hand 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), located 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn and Heumarkt U-Bahn. To check out more of the area, take a train from Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Cologne Central Station or Köln Dom/Central Station (tief).

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Our top choices for Cologne hostels

1. Station Hostel For Backpackers

2. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

3. BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

4. Max Hostel

5. Mike's Four - Hostel

Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

Mauritius Hotel & Therme

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark

CityClass Hotel am Dom

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

Novotel Köln City

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Hyatt Regency Cologne

URBAN LOFT Cologne

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Our top choices for Cologne hostels

1. Station Hostel For Backpackers

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3. BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

4. Max Hostel

5. Mike's Four - Hostel

Top Cologne Hotel Reviews

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