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Our top choices for Leuven hostels

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

1. Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel
Leuven
7.8 out of 10, Good, (32 reviews)
"Great place to stay.. Close to the town centre.. "
United Kingdom
A C
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Leuven City Hostel
Lobby lounge

2. Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel
Lower Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (483 reviews)
"It was very good. Great staff, great breakfast, very comfortable beds and good facilities! "
United Kingdom
Rossy
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Sleep Well Youth Hostel
Terrace/patio

3. Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (185 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff."
Canada
Jeanette
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Latroupe Grand Place
Interior detail

4. Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
7.6 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"It was really so good I would like to book there always"
United States
Suheir
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hostel van Gogh
Reception

5. The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
Lower Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (123 reviews)
"clean and quiet little hostal , location is premium since is walkable to Grand Place and surroundings. "
Canada
Iris
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
Exterior

6. Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
Upper Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (186 reviews)
"Beautiful area and a delightful hostel!"
United States
Barbara
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
Lobby

7. Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (177 reviews)
"The breakfast was really good! "
Mexico
Obed
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Génération Europe Youth Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

8. a&o Brussel Centrum

a&o Brussel Centrum
Northern Quarter
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very helpful staff when we arrived late on the Eurostar"
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
a&o Brussel Centrum
Double or Twin Room, Balcony, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

9. BX. Downtown - Brussels

BX. Downtown - Brussels
Lower Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (11 reviews)
"Excellent location, reasonable price,very nice for a hostel - almost hotel standard."
Denmark
Niels Jonas H
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
BX. Downtown - Brussels
Dining

10. Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel
Lower Town
6.8 out of 10, (196 reviews)
"Good location. Good proximity to stations. Lacked hangers for garments and a safe."
France
Jhotee
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Urban City Centre Hostel
Front of property

11. YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse

YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse
Anderlecht
5.2 out of 10, (22 reviews)
"If you look at prices then its oky, but the hostel itself is not so good. The washroom was dirty and the dorms as well poorly maintained. There are people that live in those dorms forever, yes breakfast is included which can be a plus but overall the stay is very uncomfortable."
Canada
Lovejot
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse
Front of property

12. BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel
Lower Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (505 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Ronald
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
BRXXXL5 - Hostel
Lobby lounge

13. Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
Oudergem
7.4 out of 10, Good, (64 reviews)
"Nice room, extremely close to Sonian forest, lot's of facilities. Clean and quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Ethan
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
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Top Leuven Hotel Reviews

Hôtel Aqua by HappyCulture

Hôtel Aqua by HappyCulture

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room, nice and kind staff, complete and good breakfast. Location is not ‘wow’ but very close to underground stop and shopping street."
Rosario Davide 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hôtel Aqua by HappyCulture

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Leuven Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,807
Accommodation
18 Hostels
Lowest Price
£44
Highest Price
£92

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Leuven?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out the historic sites 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 offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Leuven?
While you're choosing a place to stay, take a look at this top Leuven hostel: Leuven City Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Leuven Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Leuven?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats 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 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Leuven is 791 mm.
What is there to see and do in Leuven?
In general, Leuven is known for its historical sites, cafes and bars. Major attractions include La Grand Place. Get out into nature with places such as Haasrode Research-Park, Sint-Donatus Park and Kruidtuin Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Grand Beguinage of Leuven, M - Museum Leuven and Cirque Royal.
What's the best way to get to and around Leuven while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Leuven on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Brussels Airport (BRU), located 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), which is 24 mi (38.6 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Leuven Station, Heverlee Station or Wijgmaal Station.

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