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Lotte - The Backpackers, hotel in Heidelberg

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.

Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
1,806 reviews
Price fromUS$76.23per night
Steffis Hostel Heidelberg, hotel in Heidelberg

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...

Great hostel! Kind staff, good kitchen, comfortable rooms, and affordable or free add-ons like €5 laundry service, €1 towel, hair dryers, and complimentary bike rentals
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
971 reviews
Price fromUS$103.95per night
Jugendherberge Heidelberg International, hotel in Heidelberg

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.

Great breakfast! Super nice receptionist.
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
642 reviews
Price fromUS$176.53per night
Hostel Mannheim, hotel in Heidelberg

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Hostel Mannheim is located in the centre of Mannheim, 700 metres from University of Mannheim.

Hands down one of the nicest hostels I have every stayed at! Very modern, centrally located, the bar and rooftop are so much fun to hang out at and connect with other travelers :))! The women floor is just genius (it has a fully equipped kitchen too!!). The staff is super nice and friendly, big THANK YOU for making the stay so enjoyable! Looking forward to come back in the future!
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
656 reviews
Price fromUS$97.52per night
DJH Jugendherberge Mannheim International, hotel in Heidelberg

Only a 2-minute walk from the River Rhine, this hostel is conveniently located just 500 metres from Mannheim Central Train Station.

Was nice to have the bathroom inside.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
218 reviews
Price fromUS$109.55per night
Stadthaus Room 2 mit Hochbett for 3 Persons or Eltern mit 2 Kindern, hotel in Heidelberg

Well set in the centre of Mannheim, Stadthaus Room 2 mit Hochbett for 3 Persons or Eltern mit 2 Kindern provides free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

The location was in the center of mannheim thats it and it was cheap.
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
27 reviews
Price fromUS$51.46per night
Stadthaus Room1 neben REM -MUSEUM mit Hochbett für 2 Persons oder kleine Familie, hotel in Heidelberg

Well set in the centre of Mannheim, Stadthaus Room1 neben REM -MUSEUM mit Hochbett für 2 Persons oder kleine Familie provides free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

Great location. The room and bathroom was very spacious and well heated. Everything was clean. Mattresses and pillows are of good quality. It was very quiet, but is situated super centrally in Mannheim.
Scored 5.2
5.2
Rated passable
Average
12 reviews
Price fromUS$54.89per night
BoardingHouse Sinsheim zentral am Burgplatz, hotel in Heidelberg

This accommodation in central Sinsheim provides free high-speed WiFi. BoardingHouse Sinsheim zentral am Burgplatz is 1.6 km from the Messe Sinsheim exhibition centre and 1.9 km from Rhein Neckar...

I liked the very responsive owner, the easy contactless check-in, the car park under the building, the room decoration, the kitchen and the big bed.I liked the convenient lift in the building and I appreciated I did not have to carry up my luggages.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
481 reviews
Price fromUS$114.34per night
Gästehaus Kerle, hotel in Heidelberg

Located in Dossenheim, 6.7 km from Central Station Heidelberg, Gästehaus Kerle provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

The place was really nice, well located and clean. The host has been really nice and helpful! Replied very quickly, gave recommendations, etc. Can totally recommend :)
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
143 reviews
Villa Bassermann, hotel in Heidelberg

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.

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.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
305 reviews
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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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  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,806 reviews
    Loved staying here. Super cute, cosy, clean. Very friendly staff. Amazing location, in the old town. No wonder it has got the title of best hostel in all of Germany from hostelworld several years.
    EllaB
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,806 reviews
    awesome hostel, great location, great facilities, great customer service :) I would love to come back here, Barbara was very friendly and helpful, highly recommend :)
    Andrea Nati Pérez
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,806 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: US$138.88
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,801 reviews
    Great location, just few steps from the inner city. Safe parking, great breakfast.
    Ilkka
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,806 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: US$103.95
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 971 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: US$93.11
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 675 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: US$103.95
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 971 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: US$93.11
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 675 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
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,806 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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