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The best hostels in Berlin

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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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  • WALLYARD Stay

    Mitte, Berlin
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews

    This hostel is located near Berlin city centre, just 1.5 km from Berlin Main Station. WiFi is provided free of charge at WALLYARD Stay.

  • Living in the Box

    Mitte, Berlin
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Berlin, Living in the Box features free WiFi and a restaurant.

  • Room 1

    Mitte, Berlin
    No credit card needed

    Well set in the Mitte district of Berlin, Room 1 is located 2.2 km from Natural History Museum, 3.3 km from Alexanderplatz Underground Station and 3.6 km 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, 200 metres from the Kurfüstendamm and 1.7 km from the Messe Berlin exhibition grounds.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district of Berlin, Boutique Hostel LEKKERURLAUB is situated 3 km from Checkpoint Charlie, 3.7 km from Alexanderplatz and 3.7 km from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Located in Berlin, 2.4 km from Alexanderplatz Underground Station, Sharing bedroom with Host near Alexanderplatz features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

  • Old Town Hostel

    Pankow, Berlin
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,016 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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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,119 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,222 reviews

    Just 15 minutes from Berlin Central Station by bus, this hostel features a 24-hour reception, a garden and a lively bar. Heart of Gold Hostel Berlin is a 2-minute walk from the popular Museum Island.

    From US$66.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,147 reviews

    Centrally located in Berlin, this hostel features a bar, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$370.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 6,174 reviews

    Set within a former 19th-century convent, this hostel is a 10-minute walk from Checkpoint Charlie and the striking Potsdamer Platz square. Free Wi-Fi is offered.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

    Just 600 metres 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.

    From US$131.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13,189 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.

    From US$168.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,981 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 theatres.

    From US$126.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,299 reviews

    BNB Potsdamer Platz - Rooms & Apartments offers rooms and apartments in Kreuzberg, 1.8 km from Potsdamer Platz. Free WiFi is available. Bed linen and towels are provided in all rooms and apartments.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,630 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.

  • Amstel House Hostel

    Mitte, Berlin
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6,132 reviews

    Set within a listed Art Nouveau building in Berlin's central Tiergarten district, this quietly located hostel enjoys fast public transport links to sights including the Kurfürstendamm shopping...

    From US$266.27 per night

  • a&o Berlin Mitte

    Mitte, Berlin
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 10,228 reviews

    This hostel in central Berlin is a 10-minute walk from the famous East Side Gallery. It offers a variety of accommodation and a shared lounge.

    From US$238.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district of Berlin, Freiraum Hostel Kreuzberg is located 3.2 km from Checkpoint Charlie, 3.8 km from Alexanderplatz and 3.8 km from Alexanderplatz...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Neukölln district of Berlin, Minimal Hostel No.43 is located 3.1 km from East Side Gallery, 3.3 km from Checkpoint Charlie and 4 km from Alexanderplatz.

    From US$117.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2,851 reviews

    Situated in Berlin and with East Side Gallery reachable within 1.4 km, 36 Rooms Hostel Berlin Kreuzberg features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From US$67.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,983 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 US$54.22 per night

  • Hostel 199

    Pankow, Berlin
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

    Ideally located in the Pankow district of Berlin, Hostel 199 is situated 2.8 km from Alexanderplatz, 3.7 km from Berlin Cathedral and 3.9 km from Berlin TV Tower.

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  • Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz

    Hostel in Mitte, Berlin
    Avg. price/night: US$208.32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,356 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

  • Generator Berlin Mitte

    Hostel in Mitte, Berlin
    Avg. price/night: US$370.67
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,147 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 traveller

  • EastSeven Berlin Hostel

    Hostel in Pankow, Berlin
    Avg. price/night: US$148.07
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,186 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

  • Grand Hostel Berlin Classic

    Hostel in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Berlin
    Avg. price/night: US$130.79
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,174 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 traveller

  • EastSeven Berlin Hostel

    Hostel in Pankow, Berlin
    Avg. price/night: US$148.07
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,186 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 traveller