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Featured Hostels in Cologne and around

Maritim Hotel Köln

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1079)
"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

URBAN LOFT Cologne

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1160)
"Fantastic location, great hotel and friendly staff. Highly recommend "
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
URBAN LOFT Cologne

Steigenberger Hotel Köln

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1092)
"Perfect"
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Steigenberger Hotel Köln

art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Fabulous stay at this hotel during Xmas markets, lovely friendly staff who kindly let us check in early. Fabulous breakfast and premium products in bathroom, very warm cosy room and beds "
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels

Hilton Cologne

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Restaurant was good. Staff were friendly and spoke English. Very close to many great sights. "
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Hilton Cologne

Kommerzhotel Köln

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Next to train station and police containers. Lots of migrants in and around station. Possibly unsafe for solo women"
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Kommerzhotel Köln

a&o Köln Neumarkt

7.6 out of 10, Good, (406)
"It was great "
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
a&o Köln Neumarkt

25hours Hotel The Circle

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732)
"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
16 Feb - 17 Feb
25hours Hotel The Circle

Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (886)
"Great "
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Rhein-Hotel St. Martin

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

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

B&B Hotel Köln-City

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223)
"Ok hotel for it's money"
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
B&B Hotel Köln-City

CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The staff were amazing, the room was fabulous and lication is perfect for transport, dining, shopping and checking out the sights."
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Very good and convince location. Walking distance to everything city can offer."
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Pullman Cologne

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"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

Hotel Leonet

6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Stop here for one night, was good and comfortable enough, good breakfast nothing to complain "
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hotel Leonet

Cologne Marriott Hotel

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Our experience was fantastic! Great service, great food, and excellent walking distance to so many great sites!"
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Cologne Marriott Hotel

AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"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 €93
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
AMERON Köln Hotel Regent

Dorint An der Messe Köln

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location and friendly staff. "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Dorint An der Messe Köln

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504)
"Great room & breakfast "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne
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Aparthotel Adagio Köln City

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1017)
"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 €72
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Aparthotel Adagio Köln City

Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"Brilliant place"
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld

limehome Köln Friesenplatz

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (44)
"Good apartment, next to uban station, only 2 stops from the Dom cathedral and the Hauptbahnhof (main Station). Clean and nice, spacious even for the M flat. And not expensive! "
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 get the highest reviews from our guests and could 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 WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free WiFi 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 WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Hotelzimmer in Wesseling Brühlerstr - You can take advantage of free WiFi 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).