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Featured Hostels in Cologne and around

Maritim Hotel Köln

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1081)
"Very beautiful hotel and convenient location. The room could use some upgrades."
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Maritim Hotel Köln

Kommerzhotel Köln

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1011)
"Very convenient location, nice breakfast if a little expensive. Beds comfortable. Did not appear to be AC in our room but didn't matter in January in sub zero temperatures."
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Kommerzhotel Köln

Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Quite expensive to have to pay an additional €18.50 per person to use swimming pool. Pool should be included when a guest at hotel "
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln

URBAN LOFT Cologne

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1161)
"Pros - Close to train station. (Approx 5 min walk) Lots of food options around. Close to supermarkets Room was comfortable and clean Staff is very helpful. Cons - Street is rather noisy after dark. "
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
URBAN LOFT Cologne

Hilton Cologne

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Transportation is very comfortable and the Cathedral is very close. Room was a little bit small but it is okay considering the location."
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hilton Cologne

Hyatt Regency Cologne

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Nice stay and pleasant staff"
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Hyatt Regency Cologne

a&o Köln Neumarkt

7.6 out of 10, Good, (406)
"It was great "
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
a&o Köln Neumarkt

Dorint An der Messe Köln

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and friendly staff. "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Dorint An der Messe Köln

Steigenberger Hotel Köln

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1096)
"Perfect"
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Steigenberger Hotel Köln

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (509)
"Great room & breakfast "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne

Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (893)
"Great "
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Alles bestens. Absolut zentrale Lage und Parkplatz im Hotel integriert. Wir konnren früher unser Zimmer beziehen. Personal freundlich und aufmerksam."
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (260)
"It was good "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The room turnaround service needs to focus on dusting/ hoovering properly/ fully. But the customer service was otherwise perfect & so was the breakfast. "
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

Pullman Cologne

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Fantastic room, very clean and up-to-date. The staff here is extremely helpful and friendly. The restaurant staff could use a little personality, but maybe that was just because it was the holiday season. I would definitely stay here again!"
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Pullman Cologne

KONCEPT Hotel International

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (176)
"Like"
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
KONCEPT Hotel International

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Location is very convenient and well kept and managed very professionally...All the Staff that I was encountered during my stay ( two separate days in one week) was very pleasant especially Ms Dilara Ekinci that I was greeted and checked out..she had a very helpful positive attitude. I will definitely will come back and recommended.."
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom

art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Nice place"
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels

Best Western Plus Hotel Köln City

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Relaxing place to stay , good room , cannot complain, a bit far away from the christmas markets so had to take an uber but the price was much lesser than the hotels in that area so you win some you lose some "
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Best Western Plus Hotel Köln City

25hours Hotel The Circle

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (738)
"So many little touches (free sauna, complimentary minibar, Midday check-outs, etc) that demonstrate an obvious finesse. Exceptionally well-finished and well-polished establishment. Couldn't recommend more highly! Very stylish without being snooty."
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
25hours Hotel The Circle
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Aparthotel Adagio Köln City

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1019)
"Magnificent location. Walkable in all directions but trams buses close by if walking difficulties. Hotel very accommodating. Helpful staff. Complimentary coffee machine and water in lobby lovely touch. "
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Aparthotel Adagio Köln City

Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"Brilliant place"
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld

limehome Köln Friesenplatz

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (45)
"Easy to check-in and access, convenient location near shops, restaurants and public transport. A good sized space compared to some hotel rooms and nice to have the kitchen to make breakfasts."
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
limehome Köln Friesenplatz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Cologne?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Cologne?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Station Hostel For Backpackers - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station). You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. A&o Köln Dom - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) and Köln Dom/Central Station (tief). Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Hostel Heinzelmännchen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Severinstrasse U-Bahn and Poststrasse U-Bahn. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and multilingual staff at this property. You’ll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this property. You’ll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Cologne?
If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Cologne, one of Expedia’s 12 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cologne?
The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Cologne is 936 mm.
What is there to see and do in Cologne?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore some places near Cologne. Get out into nature with places such as Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne, Fühlinger Lake and Turnicher Castle Park. Cultural attractions include Cologne City Museum, Museum Ludwig and Cologne Philharmonic. Visit landmarks such as Cologne Cathedral, Eigelstein Torburg and Cologne Triangle.
What's the best way to get to and around Cologne while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cologne on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away. An alternative is Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), located 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn, Neumarkt U-Bahn and Heumarkt U-Bahn. To check out more of the area, take a train from Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station), Cologne Central Station or Köln Dom/Central Station (tief).