A calm river with buildings on either side, including a prominent tower and a covered walkway.

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Our top choices for Hamburg hostels

Lobby sitting area

a&o Hamburg Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Hamburg Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice staff, good location, walkable from the train station, trendy, lots of young adults. Grocery stores nearby."
Finland
Janina
The price is SAR 188
SAR 202 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
a&o Hamburg Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Interior

Hostel-Centrum

Hostel-Centrum
Hamburg-Nord
The price is SAR 453
SAR 485 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Hostel-Centrum
Bar (on property)

a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel

a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.0 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Good room"
Finland
Anders
The price is SAR 176
SAR 188 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
a&o Hamburg Reeperbahn - Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Room 44

The Room 44
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (23 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 SAR 147
SAR 291 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Room 44
Lobby lounge

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 SAR 198
SAR 263 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
MAC City Hostel
Exterior

Basement Hamburg - Hostel

Basement Hamburg - Hostel
Eimsbuettel
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
The price is SAR 283
SAR 303 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Basement Hamburg - Hostel
Exterior

HS Hotel

HS Hotel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"Close to transport link "
United Kingdom
Rita Amaka
The price is SAR 244
SAR 302 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
HS Hotel
Interior

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 SAR 225
SAR 281 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hammerbrook Hostel Hamburg
Exterior

Hotel am Seehafen

Hotel am Seehafen
Hamburg-Harburg
4.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Paikka näytti slummilta tietyömaalla, mutta huone oli iso ja siisti. Palveluja ei ole lähellä"
Finland
Tapio
The price is SAR 240
SAR 308 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel am Seehafen
Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), bed sheets

The Hostel

The Hostel
Eimsbuettel
6.2 out of 10, (83 reviews)
"."
Germany
Alexander
The price is SAR 310
SAR 664 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Hostel
Sundeck

a&o Hamburg City - Hostel

a&o Hamburg City - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 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 SAR 211
SAR 225 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
a&o Hamburg City - Hostel
Exterior

Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel

Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel
Hamburg-Mitte
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (43 reviews)
"Ich war nur drei Tage da aber es war super schön "
Germany
Kerstin
The price is SAR 652
SAR 698 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Jugendherberge Horner Rennbahn - Hostel
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Top Hamburg Hotel Reviews

JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity

JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity

10/10 Excellent
"The room is spacious enough to spread yourself out and get comfortable. It was nice to have coffee and tea available in the room. The staff were friendly, professional, kind and courteous."
Fitzgerald 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity

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 Hamburg Hauptbahnhof - Hostel - 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. Generator Hamburg - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of South Central U-Bahn and Hamburg Central Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a nightclub, and a bar. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
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, Heiligengeistfeld, and Alster Lakes. 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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