4 Awesome Hostels in Leipzig, Germany

4 Awesome Hostels in Leipzig, Germany
Leipzig is Saxony's coolest city. It is a playground for nomadic young creatives who have been displaced, but it's also a city of enormous history, a trade-fair mecca and solidly in the sights of music lovers due to its intrinsic connection to the lives and work of Bach, Mendelssohn and Wagner. To this day, one of the world's top classical bands (the Gewandhausorchester) and oldest and finest boys' choirs (the 800-year-old Thomanerchor) continue to delight audiences. Don't hurry your visit here: while you can easily do the sights in a day or two, to really experience the place stay for longer and acquaint yourself with Leipzig's less obvious areas: drink beer on the Karli, go antique shopping in Plagwitz or hang out with the punks in Connewitz. Whatever your plans for the area, you'll need somewhere to stay as your base for exploring. Here are a few budget friendly options in the area that can help you make the most out of your trip.
How much do hostels in Leipzig cost?

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



A great hostel in the center of the city

Dorm Bed from $22.99
Private Room from $23.68
Lindenauer Markt 20, Leipzig
Hostel Blauer Stern is located in a newly refurbished old urban building right beside the marketplace of Lindenau in the west of Leipzig. Since a long time the culture in this area, so called WESTKULTUR, Lindenau represents the free, alternative art, and cultural scene aspects of the town. The property has eleven quite different guest rooms on three floors, a green, cozy inner courtyard for a comfortable and warm atmosphere with the convenient space and freedom to experience this wonderful city. Around the marketplace you find everything you need to stay busy and entertained- theatres, galleries, restaurants, pubs, and plenty of shopping facilities are nearby. There is also a traditional weekly market on Thursdays and Fridays available to explore. The property is only six stops from the main station by tram and the tram is right in front of the hostel entrance. The facility has eight different rooms ranging from private single and double rooms, to family rooms, to dormitory rooms. There are five bathrooms, a living and eating room, common kitchen, a playing room for children and a green inner courtyard with barbecue and chill-out corner at your disposal. Linens and towels are included with your stay, and you also receive a 10% discount at the bakery next door for Breakfast from Monday through Friday.


A highly rated hostel with a great social vibe in the middle of town

Dorm Bed from $14.53
Private Room from $14.53
Overall Rating: 90%
Jacobstr. 1 04105 Leipzig, Leipzig
The Sleepy Lion was the very first independent hostel for backpackers in Leipzig. The beautiful Wilhelminian style building was completely refurbished in 2010/2011 and has wheelchair access. The facility is open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, offer great overnight possibilities for your travels, and it is located within ten minutes on foot or one tram stop from the main train station. Breakfast is available until 11 am, and there's always somebody available to serve you a beer or a soft drink, and offer advice about cool places to spend the evening. The hostel is located right in the city center and has a variety of room offerings from one to ten beds. The facility also offers apartment options with one to four beds available. Every room has its own shower and toilet, there is a nice common area where you can relax, and there is a BBQ area in the back for cooking out. Linens are included in your stay and breakfast is available for a small additional fee. Many people enjoy the location and the nearby access to trams and trains


Dorm Bed from $30.82
Private Room from $36.37
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Harkortstrasse 21, Leipzig
This terrific hostel offers a bar 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 a restaurant and a cafe. Luggage storage, towels included, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $26.01
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 125, 04275 Leipzig, Leipzig
This terrific guesthouse offers friendly service. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities. Towels included are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Guesthouse 2. Heimat is also child friendly and pet friendly.


Private Room from $34.74
(Prices vary by season)
Wurzner Str. 4, Leipzig


Private Room from $52.94
(Prices vary by season)
Starsiedeler Str. 2, Leipzig
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