A historic building with intricate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative stonework.

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Our top choices for Aachen hostels

A spacious indoor area with a bar, seating, and a foosball table.

1. a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Aachen-Mitte
7.6 out of 10, Good, (513 reviews)
"Best Location, calm environment"
Germany
Nithin
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
A modern building with a glass entrance, a small garden, and a potted plant outside.

2. Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required

Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required
Aachen-Mitte
7.8 out of 10, Good, (29 reviews)
"Expensive for what it was. Internet didn't work in the room. Had to make up our own beds and bring linen down at the end of our stay. Breakfast was good continental style. "
Australia
DA
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required
A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a potted plant, and a white bedspread.

3. The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa

The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa
Maastricht-Centre Urban District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"I was very satisfied with this place."
United States
Chanwoo
The price is £39
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa
A stone building with a wooden deck and outdoor seating area.

4. Malmedy Youth Hostel

Malmedy Youth Hostel
Malmedy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"One of the best youth hostels in Belgium. Price /quality. Clean. Very decent breakfast. "
Belgium
Kim
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Malmedy Youth Hostel
An outdoor patio area with seating, a grill, and a view of the water.

5. Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel

Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel
Maastricht-Centre Urban District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (132 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Zhanping
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and a grill station.

6. Station Hostel For Backpackers

Station Hostel For Backpackers
Old Town Cologne
7.2 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"Not your typical hostel, which made the trip fun. Functions like a university dorm with shared WC. Location was ideal for those traveling by train or bus."
United States
kenneth
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Station Hostel For Backpackers
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a brick facade.

7. Hostel Heinzelmännchen

Hostel Heinzelmännchen
Old Town Cologne
7.4 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"The staff was nice and the room was clean "
United Kingdom
Julia
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
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Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great stay. The staff was very supportive and the location was incredible."
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Aachen Hostels information

Number of reviews
820
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
£39
Highest Price
£75

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Aachen?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your trip.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Aachen?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) and Aachen Central Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Hostel Aachen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen Schanz Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and barbecues at this property. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Aachen?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Aachen is 799 mm.
What is there to see and do in Aachen?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Aachen. Get out into nature with places such as Aachen Cathedral, North Eifel Nature Park and Westpark. Cultural attractions include Aachen Town Hall, International Newspaper Museum and Couven Museum. Visit landmarks such as Ponttor, Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen and Hauptstadion.
What's the best way to get to and around Aachen while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Aachen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen), located 16.8 mi (27 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Liege (LGG), located 28.8 mi (46.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Eurogress Aachen Bus Stop, Aachen West Station or Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station).

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