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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (64)
"Was close to the Train-station and very accessible "
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
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, (321)
"Just some steps to the Koln Cathedral. Breakfast is poor, elevator didn’t work the second day. "
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
a&o Köln Dom - Hostel
Station Hostel For Backpackers
Property entrance

Station Hostel For Backpackers

7.2 out of 10, Good, (307)
"No hand towel in the washroom, only 2 per floor. Showers reeked like cigarettes too, but fantastic location and for the price I can't really complain"
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Station Hostel For Backpackers
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
Basic Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Hostel Heinzelmännchen

7.6 out of 10, Good, (130)
"Good location "
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hostel Heinzelmännchen
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
Restaurant

BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (146)
"A fantastic place to stay! "
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
BaseCamp Bonn - Hostel
Vegas Hotel
Front of property

Vegas Hotel

The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Vegas Hotel
Max Hostel
Shared Dormitory (Sechsbettzimmer) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Max Hostel

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (26)
"Booked a single room and it was clean and a good size. Decent shared area too and plenty of showers / toilets."
Max Hostel
GZ Hostel Bonn
1 bedroom, individually furnished, soundproofing, free WiFi

GZ Hostel Bonn

5.2 out of 10, (78)
"Very unclean and worn building. Half of it was a building site so works began early in the morning. The basement room had a window that you could hear people moving about all night. The shower and bathroom were so bad we really refrained from using it at all. A taxi driver informed us that there are women who offer extra services in this hostel. AVOID THIS HOSTEL. Wasn’t even cheap compared to other accommodation we were just desperate for somewhere to sleep. "
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
GZ Hostel Bonn
Deluxe Unterkunft in Bonn
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Deluxe Unterkunft in Bonn

6.8 out of 10, (5)
"This place is a private house converted into guest rooms, including the cellar. My room was in the cellar. It didn't have a window, only a skylight with a grate across. It was dark and one morning there was a slug crawling on the floor. The bed didn't have a proper mattress or bedding. On top of the bed was a foam topper, on top of that a day blanket and a cover blanket that I don't think were clean. The front door has a key code, but the door was left open most of the time by the other...
Deluxe Unterkunft in Bonn
Mike's Four - Hostel
Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed with shared bathroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Mike's Four - Hostel

6.0 out of 10, (3)
"Fotoğraflardaki gibi lüx görünümlü asla değil, orta seviye standart bir hostel sadece, Ortak paylaşımlı banyo ve tuvalet olduğunu farkedemeden aldık, Maalesef herşeyi kendiniz temin etmeniz gerekiyor, orta düzeyde bir hostel yatacak yer hariç başka bir hizmet yok. İyice inceleyip karar verin. Mutfak yemek vs yok, su almadıysanız içeceğiniz musluk bile yok maalesef :) "
Mike's Four - Hostel
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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. 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. 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. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. 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, Turnicher Castle Park and Bergisches Land Nature 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).