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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Property grounds

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (69)
"Wonderful place to stay in cologne !!"
The price is ₹10,580
₹11,886 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
Basic Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Hostel Heinzelmännchen

7.6 out of 10, Good, (134)
"Good location "
The price is ₹4,504
₹5,061 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
Station Hostel For Backpackers
Property entrance

Station Hostel For Backpackers

7.2 out of 10, Good, (309)
"Request to the management for providing towel. They didn't mentioned before booking. Thank God luckily I got my own towel this time"
The price is ₹5,437
₹6,108 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Station Hostel For Backpackers
a&o Köln Dom - Hostel
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

a&o Köln Dom - Hostel

7.2 out of 10, Good, (326)
"great location, nice staff, super comfy bed, nice bathroom, overall good stay!!"
The price is ₹7,774
₹8,734 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
a&o Köln Dom - Hostel
SFN Home Stay
Business Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, espresso maker

SFN Home Stay

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9)
"The property is located in a town centre which gave an outside the busy city look. The rooms are spacious and had all the amenities inside and outside except parking which is not expected in the busy street of town centre. The staff was very cooperative and responded to all communication (verbal or online) immediately. The only reason for me giving 4* on comfort as it would be complete if there are more chairs provided in the apartment. The property is located next to high street with all shops...
SFN Home Stay
Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr

2.0 out of 10, (3)
"To avoid. We have payed 1 room for 2 days that we have not been able to take. We have not been able to have the keys for the room even if we had payed for it in advance and called the hotel several times some hours before and after the check-in hours to have the check-in instructions and the code to take the key of the room. The telephone proposed in the platform is a voicemail, no one has answered or called us back. Text messages are only answered by Expedia, not by the hotel. Finally, we have...
The price is ₹10,020
₹10,721 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel
Lobby

Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel

7.8 out of 10, Good, (38)
"It was a very pleasant stay, clean, easy, practical, but overpriced."
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz City- Hostel
Pathpoint Cologne Backpacker Hostel
Exterior

Pathpoint Cologne Backpacker Hostel

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (407)
"It was clean and the the facilities were good. Great location as very near the train station. The staff were brilliant, very friendly and helpful."
Pathpoint Cologne Backpacker Hostel
Hostel Köln
Outdoor dining

Hostel Köln

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Ich hatte nichts auszusetzen, toller Service, tolles Frühstück, tolle Lage, klasse Hotel"
Hostel Köln
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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Cologne Hostels information

Number of reviews
Accommodation
9 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹4,504
Highest Price
₹10,580

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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: 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. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Station Hostel For Backpackers - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station). Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. 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. A&o Köln Dom - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) and Köln Dom/Central Station (tief). Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. SFN Home Stay - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Bergisch Gladbach S-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers.
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 9 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 Fühlinger Lake, Nature Reserve Wahner Heide and Turnicher Castle Park. 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).