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The Best Hostels for Backpackers and Students in Belgium

The Best Hostels for Backpackers and Students in Belgium
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Many visitors to Belgium head to Brussels and see little else of this impressive country. If you have more time to explore the area, there are a surprising number of interesting cities for such a small country. The northern area of Flanders is where you'll find Antwerp, Bruges, Ghent, and Leuven, among other interesting cities. To the south are Mons, Liege, Dinant, and Namur, among others.

Belgium has a wide variety of accommodation options for visitors. If you're traveling on a budget or alone, then a hostel offers the best opportunity to meet other travelers and save some money. Many hostels have both dorms and private rooms to choose from, so if you want your own space, you can pay a little more and enjoy a bit of privacy, but still enjoy the social setting that a hostel offers.
How much do hostels in Belgium cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Belgium here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



An affordable hostel for students and backpackers in Bruges, Belgium.

Dorm Bed from $21.81
Private Room from $23.55
Overall Rating: 93%
Ezelstraat 42, Bruges
Snuffel Backpacker Hostel is popular place to stay in Bruges. It's located in a central part of town and is convenient to everything. The hostel is about half a kilometer from the Market Square and offers all kinds of facilities for guests including a shared kitchen, a library area, bicycle storage, laundry facilities, and a terrace area where you can relax.

The hostel has four bed dorms that are affordable and reliable. If you want a little more privacy there are twin private rooms available as well.


An affordable hostel for students and backpackers, in Leuven, Belgium.

Dorm Bed from $36.73
Private Room from $28.69
Overall Rating: 80%
Ravenstraat 37, Leuven
Leuven City Hostel is a good option for backpackers and budget travelers to Leuven, Belgium. It's located in the middle of town and has both private rooms and dorms to choose from. The private rooms include twins, doubles, and three bed rooms. The dorms sleep four, six, or seven people and are co-ed.

The hostel is located in a town house that has a very homey atmosphere. There is a kitchen available that guests can use and the hostel is equipped with wi-fi, a lounge, and even a small bar.

The town is a popular destination for students and young travelers who come for the festivals and university. If you're traveling on a budget, this is a good place to stay.


Private Room from $56.81
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Witte Beerstraat 4, Bruges
You'll love this guesthouse because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Wi-fi, towels included, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $60.27
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
29 rue des grands carmes, Brussels
La Vieille Lanterne is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. Towels included are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $47.87
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Kon. Elisabethlaan 40, Bruges
This terrific hotel offers friendly service and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Laundry facilities, luggage storage, parking, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $77.47
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Sint-Annarei 26, Bruges
This terrific hotel offers friendly service and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Laundry facilities, luggage storage, parking, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Adornes Hotel is also child friendly.


Private Room from $58.82
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Hoogstraat 7, Bruges
You'll love this hotel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, bicycle hire, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Luggage storage, 24 hour reception, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $45.91
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 99%
Witte Beerstraat 31, Bruges
You'll love this guesthouse because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Towels included are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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