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The 10 Best Hostels in Heidelberg, Germany

Some of the best backpacker spots in Heidelberg

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Just 300 metres from the historic Heidelberg Castle, this trendy hostel is centrally located in the Old Town. It offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi access throughout.

Lotte - The Backpackers features individually decorated rooms and dormitories with original details from the building.

Great location. Clean, nice extras such as cereal.

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9.4
Superb
1,697 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Situated in Heidelberg and with Central Station Heidelberg reachable within 400 metres, Steffis Hostel Heidelberg features a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 2.7 km from Theatre Heidelberg, 3.1 km from Castle Heidelberg and 3.4 km from Heidelberg University. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

I loved how spacious the rooms were, even in a mixed dorm of 10 everyone had enough space. The beds and the sheets were clean, The entire space was kept tidy. Well maintained bathrooms and toilets. The instructions were easy to follow.

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8.3
Very good
878 reviews
Price from
£25
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Situated directly on the banks of the Neckar River, this hostel in Heidelberg offers a 24-hour front desk, a sun terrace and a bar. Heidelberg Zoo is just 150 metres away.

A variety of drinks and snacks are served in the hostel’s bistro, and international dishes are available in the bright dining area.

Nice staff, good location close to the INF campus

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7.7
Good
626 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Located in Dossenheim, 6.7 km from Central Station Heidelberg, Gästehaus Kerle provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 7.6 km from Theatre Heidelberg, 8 km from Castle Heidelberg and 8.2 km from Heidelberg University. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Maimarkt Mannheim is 18 km from the hostel, while Luisenpark is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Mannheim City Airport, 18 km from Gästehaus Kerle.

Everything was perfect. From contact with the owner until kitchen equipment :) There was really all what I could expect from the guesthouse. - I could accommodate at the same day which I made the booking in - there wasn't any problem to get an access to the room even in really late night hours - cleanliness was on the highest level - location for was the best bc I was going from Poland to Spain and it was very close to the highway - also perfectly located with really nice view of the mountains - bed and pillow very super comfortable - kitchen was fully equipped of everything what I just needed

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7.8
Good
124 reviews
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£47
per night

Just steps away from the main railway station and the Schloss Schwetzingen castle, this 3-star hotel in Schwetzingen town centre offers modern accommodation and great links with the A6 motorway.

As a guest at the Villa Bassermann, you can look forward to contemporary-styled rooms equipped with free high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom.

Location is top, really close to the castle, the gardens, supermarket, shops and restaurants, everything within a 5 min walk. Nice staff. Free parkinglot with a huge amount of spaces! Rooms are quite big, clean and with a small fridge inside. Breakfast is ok, a bit of everything, cereal, fruits, bread, cheese and more.

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7.4
Good
283 reviews
Price from
£60
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £72.05
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,697 reviews
    Best hostel ever: staff, cleanliness, decoration, space, attention to details to make everything easy for the guests, you feel at home. Thanks.
    SYLVIE
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £133.14
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,748 reviews
    Great location, just few steps from the inner city. Safe parking, great breakfast.
    Ilkka
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.05
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,697 reviews
    This hostel is super homey and warm. The staff are very welcoming and make you feel comfortable. The shared space is perfect for meeting new people, the space is so comfortable with ambient lighting. And there’s helpful tips pinned around the hostel, also very inclusive and multicultural.
    Andrea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £81.87
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 878 reviews
    The hostel is very close to the main train station. The staff was very friendly and had lots of good tips. The lockers in the dorm are fine, and if you need it, you can borrow a padlock (with a small deposit). Every bed in the dorm had a nightlight and an extra socket (except the 1 bunk bed in the 6-bed dorm).
    Thomas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £73.33
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 646 reviews
    Great location in Heidelberg, close to the river and to the main street. The beds were confortable and the bathroom was clean. The staff was very friendly and the hostel also has a nice bar on the 1st floor.
    André
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £81.87
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 878 reviews
    Clean facilities. The hostel was full but it didn’t feel it. Plenty of space. Quiet. Felt very safe with family there. Parking available.
    Carol
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £81.87
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 878 reviews
    Great location. Very close to public transportation. Use of elevator was weird as it is an old style one. Nice to have a single bed rooms not bunk beds. Due to warm weather, the comforter provided was not used.
    Susan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £72.05
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,697 reviews
    Everything. Best hostel I've ever stayed in. Staff are amazing. Kitchen is well set out. All day tea, coffee and cereal. Bathrooms are very clean. Rooms are spacious, beds are comfortable.
    Bronwyn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £73.33
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 646 reviews
    Great location on the river. Right off the pedestrian shopping path. Great value for money in this city. Parking underground right beside hostel was safe and convenient. A little expensive though. Quiet at night. Super clean shared bathroom on 3rd floor.
    Gus
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £72.05
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,697 reviews
    EVERYTHING!!! I have never felt more safe and comfortable. the location was amazing, the staff are beautiful and so incredibly helpful. facilities were great with wifi, power plugs, tea/coffee, cereals and a incredibly homey living room. best hostel I have ever stayed at!!!
    Ebony
    Solo traveller

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