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4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two weeks
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In one month
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In two months
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Aachen hostels

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1. a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Aachen-Mitte
7.6 out of 10, Good, (507 reviews)
"Hostel was okay"
United States
April
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Property entrance

2. Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required

Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required
Aachen-Mitte
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (28 reviews)
"Expensive for what it was. Internet didn't work in the room. Had to make up our own beds and bring linen down at the end of our stay. Breakfast was good continental style. "
Australia
DA
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required
Terrace/patio

3. Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel

Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel
Maastricht-Centre Urban District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"Not appropriate at all for business trip. There is no confort and no service and it is very noisy ! So pricy for the quality of everything…. "
France
Maregiano
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stayokay Maastricht - Hostel
Room (6 Guests)

4. The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa

The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa
Maastricht-Centre Urban District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely place to stay at a good price. Loved the garden area, complimentary drink, free fruit and coffees. Would definitely recommend...and spa facilities"
United Kingdom
Beryl
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa
Exterior

5. Malmedy Youth Hostel

Malmedy Youth Hostel
Malmedy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"One of the best youth hostels in Belgium. Price /quality. Clean. Very decent breakfast. "
Belgium
Kim
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Malmedy Youth Hostel
Terrace/patio

6. Station Hostel For Backpackers

Station Hostel For Backpackers
Altstadt-Nord
7.2 out of 10, Good, (331 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Ronald
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Station Hostel For Backpackers
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.
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Top Aachen Hotel Reviews

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Premier Inn Köln City Süd

8/10 Good
"Everything was fine, proximity to train made for the room to be very loud late into the night and early in the morning. Windows tilt open but if you want to draw curtains it blocks the airflow making it very hot in the room"
Lauren 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Premier Inn Köln City Süd

Find out more about Aachen

Aachen Hostels information

Number of reviews
866
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
€53
Highest Price
€96

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Aachen?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your trip.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Aachen?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) and Aachen Central Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Hostel Aachen - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen Schanz Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and barbecues at this property. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Aachen?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Aachen is 799 mm.
What is there to see and do in Aachen?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Aachen. Get out into nature with places such as Aachen Cathedral, North Eifel Nature Park and Westpark. Cultural attractions include Aachen Town Hall, Couven Museum and International Newspaper Museum. Visit landmarks such as Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen, Hauptstadion and Ponttor.
What's the best way to get to and around Aachen while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Aachen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen), located 16.8 mi (27 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Liege (LGG), located 28.8 mi (46.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Eurogress Aachen Bus Stop, Aachen West Station or Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station).