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Our top choices for Hamburg hostels

Bar (on property)

1. Generator Hamburg

Generator Hamburg
Hamburg City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Ok"
United States
Ngoc Dat
The price is ₩84,974
₩90,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Generator Hamburg
Interior

2. Hostel-Centrum

Hostel-Centrum
Hamburg-Nord
The price is ₩177,413
₩205,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hostel-Centrum
Lobby sitting area

3. a&o Hostel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

a&o Hostel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice stay - only in passing for one night but it was restful."
Canada
Dora
The price is ₩70,385
₩75,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
a&o Hostel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Lobby lounge

4. MAC City Hostel

MAC City Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (53 reviews)
"Ungewohntes Gemeinschaftsbad, dünne Wände, Baulärm sind der Grund hier nicht wieder einzuchecken."
Germany
Bernd
The price is ₩87,383
₩112,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
MAC City Hostel
Exterior

5. Basement Hamburg - Hostel

Basement Hamburg - Hostel
Eimsbuettel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Unkompliziert. Schönes Zimmer. Bad und Dusche auf dem Gang (für mehrere Zimmer - alles sauber und ordentlich). Einfaches check in."
Germany
Henning
The price is ₩118,295
₩126,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Basement Hamburg - Hostel
Terrace/patio

6. The Room 44

The Room 44
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (29 reviews)
"Everything was great and beautiful! The place was clean, and cozy.The location was perfect close to both the city center and the train station. We had a wonderful stay. "
Sweden
Karin
The price is ₩68,911
₩123,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Room 44
Exterior

7. HS Hotel

HS Hotel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Close to transport link "
United Kingdom
Rita Amaka
The price is ₩118,219
₩141,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
HS Hotel
Bar (on property)

8. a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel

a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Good room"
Finland
Anders
The price is ₩65,506
₩70,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel
Interior

9. Hammerbrook Hostel Hamburg

Hammerbrook Hostel Hamburg
Hamburg-Mitte
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Sehr hellhörig. Lieblos eingerichtet. "
Germany
Christina Maria
The price is ₩98,951
₩121,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hammerbrook Hostel Hamburg
Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. The Hostel

The Hostel
Eimsbuettel
6.2 out of 10, (83 reviews)
"."
Germany
Alexander
The price is ₩115,202
₩123,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Hostel
Exterior

11. Hotel am Seehafen

Hotel am Seehafen
Hamburg-Harburg
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Paikka näytti slummilta tietyömaalla, mutta huone oli iso ja siisti. Palveluja ei ole lähellä"
Finland
Tapio
The price is ₩89,904
₩115,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel am Seehafen
Exterior

12. Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel

Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Super Jugendherberge. Alles tiptop"
Germany
Loni
The price is ₩206,301
₩220,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel
Sundeck

13. a&o Hamburg City - Hostel

a&o Hamburg City - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Super hotel for a low price! Central, close to the s-bane, helpful staff. Not much in the area, but that didn’t matter since it was easy to get to public transport. "
Norway
Benedicte
The price is ₩74,178
₩79,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
a&o Hamburg City - Hostel
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Top Hamburg Hotel Reviews

Zleep Hotel Hamburg Volkspark

Zleep Hotel Hamburg Volkspark

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and comfortable"
Evelyn 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Zleep Hotel Hamburg Volkspark

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Hamburg Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,124
Accommodation
30 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩70,091
Highest Price
₩220,737

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Hamburg?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and theaters.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Hamburg?
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: A&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Reeperbahn S-Bahn for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets. A&o Hostel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Steinstrasse U-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets. A&o Hamburg City - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Berliner Tor Station and Hammerbrook S-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a rooftop terrace. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. The Room 44 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Steinstrasse U-Bahn and Hammerbrook S-Bahn. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi. Hotel am Seehafen - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Hamburg?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Hamburg, one of Expedia's 26 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Hamburg?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Hamburg is 30 inches.
What is there to see and do in Hamburg?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Hamburg. Get out into nature with places like Inner Alster Lake, Alster Lakes, and Stadtpark. Cultural attractions include Hamburg State Opera, Hamburger Kunsthalle, and Hamburg Dungeon. Visit landmarks like Bergedorfer Castle, St. Nikolai Church, and Deichstrasse.
What's the best way to get to and around Hamburg while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Hamburg in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hamburg Airport (HAM), located 5.7 mi (9.1 km) away. An alternative is Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW), located 6.5 mi (10.4 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Rathaus U-Bahn, Jungfernstieg Station, and Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Michaeliskirche Hamburg Station, Hamburg (ZMB-Hamburg Central Train Station), or Hamburg Central Station.

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