Affordable and Safe Hostels in Cologne, Germany

Affordable and Safe Hostels in Cologne, Germany
Cologne is located on the Rhine River in Germany. It's the fourth largest city in the country and it is an important part of the country's media, tourism, and business industries. The city offers a wide variety of accommodation options. If you're a budget traveler and want to stay somewhere affordable then there are plenty of hostels around town. Each hostel has it's own atmosphere and personality, and the hostels below are reliable options for all types of travelers.
How much do hostels in Cologne cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Cologne 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 good hostel for backpackers and students.

Dorm Bed from $30.27
Private Room from $20.87
Overall Rating: 94%
Richard-Wagner-Str. 39, Cologne
Die Wohngemeinschaft is a favorite hostel for budget travelers and backpackers to Cologne, Germany. It's located in a fun area near many great bars, restaurants, and shops. The hostel itself has a lot of character and personality, and the rooms each have their own theme. There are sixteen rooms in total. The private rooms include singles, doubles, and four bed rooms. There are six and eight bed dorms as well and each bed has it's own privacy curtain and security locker.

The hostel is located right in the heart of the Belgisches Viertel (Belgian Quarter). This is a fun neighborhood that has a lot of restaurants and local shops. It's also not far from many of Cologne's top sights and attractions. Anything you can't walk to is easily accessible by public transportation.

On the first floor of the building is a cafe and bar where you can enjoy good food, drinks and fun company. There are often local acts performing as well.


A good hostel for backpackers and students.

Private Room from $41.99
Overall Rating: 87%
Komoedienstrasse 19-21, Cologne
A&O Koeln Dom is a centrally located hostel that is about 100 meters from the Central Station and the Cologne Cathedral. It's a great location to base yourself during your time in the city and it's also an affordable and comfortable place to stay. The hostel is relatively small and it's a reasonable value given its prime location.

The hostel has a variety of amenities available for guests including a 24 hour a day reception desk, an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast that's available every morning for an additional fee, free luggage storage, a snack bar, internet access, and all kinds of travel information.

The hostel's location is really what makes it a great choice. It's near everything you might want to see and do, and it's close to all types of transportation.


A nice, quiet bed and breakfast for couples.

Private Room from $38.39
Overall Rating: 81%
Olpener Str 876, Cologne
Stay In Cologne is an affordable bed and breakfast in the middle of Cologne-Brueck. The house has a total of five rooms that offer a quiet retreat for guests. There's a nice garden where guests can relax and each room has its own television, lockable safe, and toiletries. The rooms are doubles and both en-suite and shared bathrooms are available.

The bed and breakfast is about a ten minute walk from the forest area Koenigsforst. There are restaurants and beer gardens nearby as well. This is a relaxing and peaceful place to base yourself during your time in Cologne. Public transportation is also close by and there's a tram stop just a three minute walk away.


Dorm Bed from $19.77
Private Room from $26.36
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 96%
Neusser Strasse 404 Nippes, Cologne
404 Hostel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Security lockers, luggage storage, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $25.51
Private Room from $30.61
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 88%
Venloer Str. 196 50823 Koln, Cologne
Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, towels included, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $24.35
Private Room from $21.55
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 87%
Stolberger Str. 347 / Ecke Eupener Str., Cologne
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, a games room, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, 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.


Private Room from $31.89
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 83%
Hohe Pforte 5-7, Cologne
Hotel Heinzelmaennchen is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. Towels included and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $49.76
Private Room from $49.76
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 82%
An der Schanz 14, Cologne
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 free breakfast, a restaurant, and a cafe. Security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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