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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Leiden hostels

A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, large windows, and potted plants.

1. Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel

Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel
Noordwijk
7.4 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Very basic terrible breakfast it’s not worth being on Hotels.com"
Ireland
Colleen
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stayokay Noordwijk - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted mirror, a bedside table, and a wooden floor.

2. Will & Tate City Stay

Will & Tate City Stay
3.0 star property
The Hague Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (125 reviews)
"The hotel is a combination hostel and hotel. I stayed in a single room with shower. It is a basic clean hostel room for one or two persons. The location is beside multiple tram lines and if squeaking tram wheels bother you, it didn’t me, look elsewhere. Parking is available (3 spaces) for €25/ night. Staff was very helpful."
United States
Kim
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Will & Tate City Stay
A restaurant with long wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a potted plant.

3. Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel

Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
The Hague Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (163 reviews)
"This was a convenient well located stay for our two day stopover with our family. The rooms were clean and tidy and the facilities were great."
Australia
Meaghan
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
A riverside hotel with a red sign, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm water body.

4. Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel

Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel
Noorderhout
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (150 reviews)
"Everything was clean and right for our stay! Family of 5"
United States
Felipe
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stayokay Haarlem - Hostel
A multi-story building with a ground-floor restaurant and a visible entrance.

5. CoolDocks

CoolDocks
Centrum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (71 reviews)
"Good hostel - good value. Spartan kitchen and could do with a bit more in the way of staff/cleaners, but it was a clean, decent space with comfy beds and a nice friendly vibe."
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
CoolDocks
A cozy interior with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and hanging lamps.

6. Hostel ROOM Rotterdam

Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
Centrum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89 reviews)
"Wonderful kind staff"
Netherlands
Jeroen
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
A cluster of uniquely shaped blue-roofed buildings with multiple windows, set in an urban area with a bridge in the background.

7. Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026

Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
Centrum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (341 reviews)
"A really unique place to stay. The staff were lovely and the breakfast was excellent. The rooms were really interesting. The weather was boiling hot and the room was cool enough but I think it might have been different if we'd been in a room that had the sun in the afternoon. The lockers were very useful to leave our things as we adventured for the day."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
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Top Leiden Hotel Reviews

Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

10/10 Excellent
"I really enjoyed it! Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Very convenient free round trip shuttle bus available. Staff were friendly, they had a convenience store in the lobby."
Margarita 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

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Leiden Hostels information

Number of reviews
389
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$113
Highest Price
AU$138

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Leiden?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and set aside more of your budget for exploring during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they have three main things in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Leiden?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Leiden: The Owl Inn - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this property. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Leiden?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Leiden is 891 mm.
What is there to see and do in Leiden?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Leiden. Get out into nature with places such as Hortus Botanicus, Noordwijk aan Zee Beach and Park Clingendael. Cultural attractions include Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Museum Boerhaave and Leiden American Pilgrim Museum. Visit landmarks such as Waag, Marekerk and Gravensteen.
What's the best way to get to and around Leiden while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Leiden on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), 14.8 mi (23.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Schiphol Airport (AMS), which is 15.5 mi (25 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Leiden Central Station, Leiden Lammenschans Station or De Vink Station.