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The best hostels in Berlin

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,113 reviews

    Renovated in 2015, this family-run hostel is located in the heart of Berlin, a 7-minute walk from the Brandenburg Gate. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and free use of a fully equipped kitchen.

    From $147.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,257 reviews

    Just 15 minutes from Berlin Central Train Station by bus, this hostel features a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a lively bar.

    From $54.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

    Just 1969 feet from Berlin’s Tiergarten Park, this youth hostel has a 24-hour bar and lounge and free WiFi. It is a direct bus journey from Checkpoint Charlie and the KaDeWe shopping mall.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13,232 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Berlin Central Station, this hostel offers modern rooms, a 24-hour reception, and daily buffet breakfasts. On-site parking is available.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,969 reviews

    Ballhaus Berlin Hostel is a unique and historical red-brick building in the Mitte district in the heart of Berlin, near many sights, museums and theaters.

    From $137.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews

    BNB Potsdamer Platz - Rooms & Apartments offers rooms and apartments in Kreuzberg, 1.1 mi from Potsdamer Platz. Free WiFi is available. Bed linen and towels are provided in all rooms and apartments.

    From $103.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,260 reviews

    Located in the center of eastern Berlin, St Christopher's Inn Berlin - Alexanderplatz offers accommodations in the district of Mitte. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.

    From $192.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Berlin, Living in the Box has free WiFi and a restaurant.

Save money on hostels in Berlin and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

    Well set in the Neukölln district of Berlin, Minimal Hostel No 41 is located 1.9 miles from East Side Gallery, 2.1 miles from Checkpoint Charlie and 2.5 miles from Alexanderplatz.

    From $116.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2,843 reviews

    Located in Berlin and with East Side Gallery reachable within a 17-minute walk, 36 Rooms Hostel Berlin Kreuzberg has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From $67.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,986 reviews

    Conveniently located in Berlin's lively district of Friedrichshain, this hostel offers modern rooms with private lockers, laundry facilities and free city tours.

    From $40.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews

    This hostel in the popular Prenzlauer Berg district of Berlin offers self-catering rooms. The famous Alexanderplatz square is 15 minutes away by city rail.

    From $99.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,857 reviews

    Just 5 minutes from Berlin’s famous Kurfürstendamm boulevard, Happy go Lucky Hotel + Hostel is located in Charlottenburg.

    From $106.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,050 reviews

    Enjoy hostel Berlin City West in Berlin provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    From $83.98 per night
  • PREMIUM Hostel

    Reinickendorf, Berlin
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.6
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 1,079 reviews

    Located in Berlin, 3.8 miles from Natural History Museum, Berlin, PREMIUM Hostel has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7,039 reviews

    This hotel in the Lichtenberg district of Berlin offers modern rooms. The famous Alexanderplatz square is a 15-minute tram ride away.

    From $75.71 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,005 reviews

    This youth hostel is located in the center of Berlin, a 5-minute walk from Berlin Central Station. martas Gästehäuser Hauptbahnhof Berlin offers a 24-hour reception, a family lounge, guest computers...

    From $156.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews

    This modern hostel in Berlin is located in the lively Kreuzberg district, opposite Mehringdamm Underground Station. It offers a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi internet, and daily breakfast buffets.

    From $141.13 per night
  • Room 1

    Mitte, Berlin
    No credit card needed

    Conveniently set in the Mitte district of Berlin, Room 1 is located 1.4 miles from Natural History Museum, Berlin, 2.1 miles from Alexanderplatz Metro Station and 2.2 miles from Alexanderplatz.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    This hotel is a stylishly renovated factory building located in the Schöneberg district of Berlin. berlincity features a multi-media area, games room and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Rooms & Apartments near Zoologischer Garten is located in the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district of Berlin, 656 feet from the Kurfüstendamm and 1.1 mi from the Messe Berlin exhibition grounds.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

    Well situated in the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district of Berlin, Boutique Hostel LEKKERURLAUB is located 1.8 miles from East Side Gallery, 1.9 miles from Checkpoint Charlie and 2.3 miles from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

    Ideally set in the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district of Berlin, Freiraum Hostel Kreuzberg is located a 18-minute walk from East Side Gallery, 2 miles from Checkpoint Charlie and 2.4 miles from...

    From $130.64 per night
  • Old Town Hostel

    Pankow, Berlin
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews

    This hostel enjoys a youthful, relaxed atmosphere and a central location in Berlin's trendy district of Prenzlauer Berg, close to many popular bars, cafes and restaurants.

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  • Avg. price/night: $211.85
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,387 reviews
    I've been traveling all around the world and it's by far the best hostel I've ever stayed, clean, new, cheap, perfect location, with a bar, game zones.
    Guest review by
    Josue Aguilar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $141.83
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,145 reviews
    I stayed in a pod and it was the right option for solo travelers on dormitory budget, with the advantage of having a bit more privacy and isolating yourself from other people's snoring. You get access to a locker and 5 shared toilets and showers. Breakfast could have been more generous. It was ok but could do much better in terms of the variety of things. Great location in Mitte. Right in front of Tram station and 3-5 minute walk from U-bahn and S-bahn station
    Guest review by
    Santiago
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $130.87
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews
    Amazing hostel! Everything was clean, tidy and organised. Great location, close to heaps of restaurants. Lots of fridge space, big kitchen and multiple sitting areas. They also host heaps of communal activities which was great for meeting people and are big on being quiet at night and respecting peoples sleep. Couldn't recommend any higher
    Guest review by
    Claire
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $130.05
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,158 reviews
    Very clean hostel in an old fine house. The location was better than I expected, just one subway away. The bunk beds are wide and really sturdy. High, safe railings. My own bed was with a green view by a beautiful, high arched window.
    Guest review by
    Jaru
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $130.87
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews
    EastSeven is truly one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. Things I liked about it were: - Super friendly staff members that gave great recommendations and were always around to help - Spacious rooms with comfy beds - Easy to use kitchen and fridge space - Great, safe location (close to train station, cute neighbourhood, walking distance to city) - Activities every night run by the team (eg dinner night, board games, drinking games, etc) - Great outdoor area for chatting with other people in the hostel
    Guest review by
    Melissa
    Solo traveler