Hostels in Cologne

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Cheapest monthMarch
Most expensive monthFebruary
Top rated by travelersHostel die Wohngemeinschaft, AED 353
Cheapest bed foundCologne Hostel, AED 161

Finding cheap hotels in Cologne: FAQs

According to our pricing calendar data, you can score the cheapest bed in March.
No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Cologne are full of digital nomads and tourists of all ages.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cozy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travelers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by likeminded travelers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Cologne. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around, and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Cologne hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Cologne generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Cologne. Not only can you get a bed for as little as AED 161 per night, you can also cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
Other backpackers rated Station - Hostel for Backpackers, Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz, and Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft as the best hostels in central Cologne for value, cleanliness, and comfort.