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 relaxed, social, and comfortable hostel

Dorm Bed from $15.72
Private Room from $15.72
Overall Rating: 93%
Say Cheese Leipzig BetriebsGmbH Kleine Fleischergasse 8, Leipzig
The Five Elements Leipzig Hostel offers a super central location, awesome staff, great rooms, and a place where you can easily meet other travelers. Their mission is to bring together the comfort and amenities of a hotel with the typical relaxed and communicative atmosphere of a backpacker hostel. All rooms have private bathrooms and the facility offers a choice between private or dorm style accommodations. You can also cook your own food by yourself in the apartments or try new recipes with your fellow guests in the shared kitchen. The hostel name of "five elements" comes from the list of five things that the hostel considers to be important when looking for a hostel: A central location, Clean and Equipped rooms, 24/7 reception and lounge, Available tips and recommendations on local activities, and a Friendly Staff. The property is wheelchair friendly and offers a book exchange, air conditioning, a common room with games, and an outdoor terrace. Bed linens and towels are included with your stay.


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

Dorm Bed from $20.25
Private Room from $24.11
Overall Rating: 89%
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


Private Room from $33.02
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Wurzner Str. 4, Leipzig
You'll love this hotel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service. Wi-fi, parking, and towels included 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 $22.62
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 96%
Brühl 69, Leipzig
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a bar, bicycle hire, and board games. 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 cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $25.33
Private Room from $29.13
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 95%
Demmeringstraße 57, Leipzig
Hostel & Garten Eden is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and a bar. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities. Security lockers are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $14.70
Private Room from $20.36
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 94%
Lützner Straße 7, Leipzig
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, key card access, parking, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $15.86
Private Room from $18.50
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
Katharinenstr. 13, Leipzig
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, board games, cable tv, and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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