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11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two weeks
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In one month
2 Oct - 4 Oct
In two months
30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Gelsenkirchen hostels

A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and outdoor seating.

1. bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel

bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel
Bochum Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (280 reviews)
"Clean basic rooms in uncharming but convenient location next to highway"
Sweden
Simon
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
bon marché hôtel Bochum - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted mirror, and a small plant.

2. Pott Hostel

Pott Hostel
Stadtbezirke VII
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"I liked that there was a separate lounge; it came in handy to do some work on a laptop. The wifi was useful too. The shower was one of the best I've had. Very strong and hot. Very good experience!"
United States
Darrell Mark
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Pott Hostel
A room with a bed, a potted plant, and a framed artwork on the wall.

3. LaOla Living - Hostel

LaOla Living - Hostel
Stadtbezirke V
4.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"We didn’t have high expectations from this place. Check in person wasn’t speaking English but was very helpful. Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. The common area and specially the restrooms and showers were not very clean. Location is in a middle of nowhere. The price was super high due to the Euro 24 championship. Ok stay but we will probably not stay there again. "
United States
Haim
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
LaOla Living - Hostel
A modern bar area with wooden stools and a bar counter, featuring a variety of beverages and snacks.

4. DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel

DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel
Bochum Mitte
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Great modern clean place with a wide choice of breakfast options with good quality. On the negative side the mattresses feel like cardboard ;)"
United Kingdom
Alexander
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
DJH Jugendgästehaus Bermuda3Eck Bochum - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a hanging net decoration, and a view of the outside.

5. Musfeldstraße

Musfeldstraße
Duisburg Mitte
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Me pareció muy limpio y cómodo"
United States
Edwin Fernando
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Musfeldstraße
A modern building with large glass windows, outdoor seating with yellow chairs and white umbrellas, and logos on the walls.

6. Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel

Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel
Duisburg Mitte
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (60 reviews)
"Perfect location for relaxation"
United States
Farid
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Jugendherberge Duisburg Sportpark Hostel
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a TV screen displaying a program.

7. Duisburger Hostel

Duisburger Hostel
Meiderich-Beeck
5.2 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"It was all with all a good accomodation, a few things I personally would change. Like the cabels in the bathroom, is dangerous. But mostly it was a clean room"
Netherlands
Dirkje Elizabeth
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Duisburger Hostel
A buffet area with various food options and condiments.

8. a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Dortmund City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (514 reviews)
"Really good stay, kind staff, good luggage room and breakfast pretty good"
United Kingdom
Adam
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
a&o Dortmund Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
A modern restaurant with a wooden table, red upholstered seating, and pendant lighting.

9. DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping

DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping
Dortmund City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (147 reviews)
"Room was a little dated and bed was soft. Otherwise hotel was functional and good value. Location was good for getting around. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
DJH Jugendgästehaus Adolph Kolping
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Top Gelsenkirchen Hotel Reviews

Hotel Unique Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

Hotel Unique Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

8/10 Good
"Room service is only available when you request and there were no A/C for the entire hotel property."
Chandrakanth 8-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Unique Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

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Gelsenkirchen Hostels information

Number of reviews
695
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$81
Highest Price
AU$392

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Gelsenkirchen?
Our travellers like these places to stay in the area, and they may offer budget-friendly rates: Welcome Hotel Gelsenkirchen - 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the heart of Gelsenkirchen. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a lift at this aparthotel. Limehome Gelsenkirchen Hochstr. - 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the heart of Gelsenkirchen. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Essen Central Station and Essen Central Station (ESZ). You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar at this hotel. Ibis Styles Gelsenkirchen - 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the heart of Gelsenkirchen. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn and Bochum Rathaus U-Bahn. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gelsenkirchen?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may 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 Gelsenkirchen is 874 mm.
What is there to see and do in Gelsenkirchen?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate the area around Gelsenkirchen. Get out into nature with places such as Nordsternpark, Grugapark Botanical Garden and Baldeneysee. Cultural attractions include Red Dot Design Museum, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Colosseum Theater. Visit landmarks such as Struenkede Castle, Wittringen Castle and Burg Altendorf.
What's the best way to get to and around Gelsenkirchen while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Gelsenkirchen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), located 21.4 mi (34.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Dortmund (DTM), located 22.4 mi (36.1 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Gelsenkirchen Rotthausen S-Bahn, VELTINS-Arena Station and Schloss Horst U-Bahn. To check out more of the area, take a train from Gelsenkirchen (ZEJ-Gelsenkirchen Railway Station), Gelsenkirchen Central Station or Gelsenkirchen Zoo Station.

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