Should I stay in a hostel in Bonn?

By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your money for exploring during your vacation. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

How many hostels will I find in Bonn?

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Bonn, one of Expedia's 9 hostels might be a great choice for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Bonn?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Bonn is 25 inches.

What is there to see and do in Bonn?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate the area around Bonn. Get out into nature with places like Hofgarten, Rheinsteig, and Alter Zoll. Cultural attractions include Beethoven House, Bonn City Museum, and Opera Bonn. Visit landmarks like Sterntor, Old City Hall Bonn, and August Macke House.

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BaseCamp Bonn

In der Raste 1, Bonn, NW

Located in Dottendorf, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bundeskunsthalle and World Conference Center Bonn. University of Bonn and Botanical Gardens of the ...

4.2/5 Excellent! (106 reviews)

Family friendly fun

"One of the most interesting places ww have been Eclectic and fun"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2021

A&S Hostel Bonnerstr. 64

Bonner Straße 64, Bonn

Located in Bad Godesberg, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Rhineland Nature Park, Kammerspiele, and Godesburg. Museumsmeile and Deutsches Museum Bonn ...

3.3/5 (3 reviews)

"Only one key per room (was in a room of 5 people and one person had the key)"

Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2018

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Hostel 45

Kölnstrasse 45, Bonn

Located in Old Town Bonn, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Beethoven House, Bonner Kuenstlerhaus, and Old Town Hall. Sterntor and Bonn Marketplace are ...

3.8/5 Good! (12 reviews)

Happy and will come back

"I was happy with my stay at hostel 45. I stayed for 4 nights in one of the private rooms with a shared toilet and bath in the hallway. It was on the second floor - there is no elevator thus i have to lug my suitcase up two flights of stairs. But i knew in advance and only brought less than 15kg luggage ..."

Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2019

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A & S Hostel Bonner Straße 9

Bonnerstr. 9, Bonn

Located in Bad Godesberg, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Kammerspiele, Godesburg, and Rhineland Nature Park. Museumsmeile and Bad Godesberg Ferry ...

2.6/5 (5 reviews)

"es war nicht schlecht ausser bade Zimmer ( Hat Schimmel )"

Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2019

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GZ Hostel Königswinter

Drachenfeldstr. 31, Koenigswinter

Situated in Koenigswinter, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Siebengebirgsmuseum and Sea Life Koenigswinter. Reptilien-Zoo and Schloss Drachenburg are ...

3.3/5 (6 reviews)

Confusing but nice enough

"The room was reasonably nice, but you definitely need to contact and set up which room you will be in before you arrive. There is no reception for the Hostel specifically, but there is a Turkish or Lebanese restaurant below that acts as a reception. If you do not have your room number they will not ..."

Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2018

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A&S Hostel 9

Bonner Straße 9, Bonn

Located in Bad Godesberg, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Kammerspiele, Godesburg, and Rhineland Nature Park. Museumsmeile and Bad Godesberg Ferry ...

3/5 (3 reviews)

"Die Unterkunft wurde nur zum Schlafen genutzt; tagsüber war ich unterwegs."

Reviewed on May 29, 2019

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Max Hostel

Maxstraße 7, Bonn, NW

Located in Old Town Bonn, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Old Cemetery, Bonn Women's Museum, and AnBau 35. Old Town Hall and August Macke House are ...

3.5/5 Good! (8 reviews)

"I basically requested a double room as that was available at the time but, I was down graded to a single twin bedded room because I was single. The room was never cleaned during my 3 night stay. The host was very rude and gave me a hard time when I wanted a coffee as she saw that I bought some food ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2019

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GZ Hostel Bonn

Hohe Str. 57, Bonn, NRW

Located in Tannenbusch, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Beethoven Monument, Beethoven House, and University of Bonn. World Conference Center Bonn and University ...

2.7/5 (53 reviews)

"Not good"

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2019

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GZ Hostel Bornheim

Wikingerstr. 30, Bornheim

Situated in Bornheim, this hostel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Opera Bonn, Hofgarten, and Bonn Marketplace. Old City Hall Bonn and Rheinsteig are also within 6 ...

3.1/5 (20 reviews)

"TERRIBLE ATTENTION! NO RESPECT! The place was ok. The bathroom is shared with the other room on the floor and is outside the room. I never received the e-mail with the instructions about the keys and how to get inside the building. I waited outside in the cold and the man who answered the call (He ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2020

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Kameha Grand Bonn

Am Bonner Bogen 1, Bonn, NW

4.1/5 Very Good! (491 reviews)

Nice food, great stay

"Quality is great! Had dinner in next level and sashimi was good."

Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2020

Maritim Hotel Bonn

Godesberger Allee, Bonn, NW

3.8/5 Good! (459 reviews)

"loved the location to the train. it was clean and staff was friendly. unfortunately the pool was closed."

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2020

Maritim Hotel Königswinter

Rheinallee 3, Koenigswinter, NW

4.4/5 Excellent! (239 reviews)

"Nice location, comfortable and silent . Easy parking place . Wide room."

Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2021

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What Is a Hostel?

If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Bonn, one of the 9 hostels here might be a great option for you. No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have the following:

Shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too)
Low prices
A social environment

Hostels are a great way to stay in Bonn for a lower cost, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.

Hostels in Bonn

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first:

BaseCamp Bonn - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Ollenhauerstrasse Deutsche Telekom U-Bahn. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. You'll find showers in all rooms.

GZ Hostel Bonn - 2-minute walk from Tannenbusch South U-Bahn for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find showers, free toiletries, and free bottled water in all rooms.

Max Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Stadthaus Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with showers.

GZ Hostel Bornheim - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Widdig U-Bahn. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking at this property. You'll find showers in all rooms.

GZ Hostel Königswinter - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Faehre Sea Life Aquarium U-Bahn. Property features include a restaurant. You'll find showers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Bonn?

The weather can be a big factor when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while February and January are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 53° F and nighttime temperatures average 26° F
April-June: 70° F is the daytime average and 37° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 73° F and nighttime averages are around 47° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 62° F during the day and 33° F at night
Average rainfall is 24.61 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Bonn?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy these places:

Top Sights

Phantasialand
LANXESS Arena
Wallraf-Richartz-Museum

Natural Features

Hofgarten
Rheinsteig
Alter Zoll

Cultural Attractions

Beethoven House
Bonn City Museum
Opera Bonn

In general, Bonn is known for its:

Museums
Historical sites
Parks
Tours
Theater
Festivals

How to Get to Bonn and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn), 10.2 mi (16.4 km) away from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. Walk to nearby metro stations like Stadthaus Tram Stop, Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz Tram Stop, and Universitaet-Markt U-Bahn. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Bonn Central Station, Bonn-Beuel Station, or Bonn-Oberkassel Station.

Frequently asked questions

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: BaseCamp Bonn - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Ollenhauerstrasse U-Bahn. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You’ll find towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. A&S Hostel Bonnerstr. 64 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Wurzerstrasse U-Bahn. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an elevator at this property. Rooms come with showers. Hostel 45 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. A & S Hostel Bonner Straße 9 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Plittersdorfer Strasse U-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find showers and desks in all rooms. A&S Hostel 9 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Plittersdorfer Strasse U-Bahn. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TV in a common area. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Bonn on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN), 10.2 mi (16.4 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. Take advantage of metro transit at Bonn Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop, Bonn Universität/Markt Tram Stop, and Stadthaus Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Bonn Central Station, Bonn Central Station (tief), or Bonn (BNJ-Bonn Central Train Station).