Cologne hostels

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Best Cologne hostels

Jugendherberge City-Hostel Köln-Riehl - Cologne - Bedroom
Jugendherberge City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Nippes
8.0Very Good(2366)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R2 266+
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Black Sheep - Cologne - Bedroom
Black Sheep
Innenstadt
6.8Okay(935)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 377+
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Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel - Cologne
Weltempfänger Backpacker Hostel
Ehrenfeld
8.3Very Good(1678)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 860+
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404-Hostel - Cologne
404-Hostel
Nippes
8.1Very Good(433)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 158+
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Kölnotel Hostel, Apart & Suite - Cologne
Kölnotel Hostel, Apart & Suite
Ehrenfeld
6.2Okay(371)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 551+
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Cologne Hostel - Cologne
Cologne Hostel
Ehrenfeld
3.0Poor(98)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R1 288+
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Pathpoint Cologne - Cologne
Pathpoint Cologne
Innenstadt
8.6Very Good(2983)
Free Wi-Fi
R2 123+
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Hardrock Motown Dom Hostel - Cologne
Hardrock Motown Dom Hostel
Innenstadt
6.3Okay(298)
Free Wi-Fi
R612+
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Hostel Maru Living C9 - Cologne
Hostel Maru Living C9
Nippes
6.7Okay(240)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R2 035+
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Godorfer Burg Monteuer Zimmer - Wesseling
Godorfer Burg Monteuer Zimmer
Wesseling, Germany
7.3Good(59)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 241+
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GZ Hostel Bornheim - Bornheim
GZ Hostel Bornheim
Bornheim, Germany
5.9Fair(273)
Free Wi-Fi
R6 901+
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Station - Hostel for Backpackers - Cologne - Restaurant
Station - Hostel for Backpackers
Innenstadt
7.2Good(4060)
R1 682+
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Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft - Cologne
Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft
Innenstadt
9.0Wonderful(4520)
R1 684+
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Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz - Cologne - Bedroom
Jugendherberge Köln-Deutz
Innenstadt
7.8Good(2338)
R2 531+
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Hostel Köln - Cologne - Bedroom
Hostel Köln
Innenstadt
8.1Very Good(2883)
R2 888+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cologne

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Cologne?

Hostels are cheapest in Cologne in November, with average rates of R656. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 905.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Cologne?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Cologne, with an average nightly price of R469. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at R1 496.

How early should you book a hostel in Cologne?

Book at least 44 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cologne hostel.

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How much is a Cologne hostel?

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November
July
R1 227
R1 253
Cheapest month to stay with an average 36% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 86% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cologne hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 44 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cologne hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cologne

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Cologne?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Cologne is R1 083 compared to R2 936 for a night in a hotel.

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