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Dorm beds in Hamburg, Germany range from $12 to $103/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 20 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 30, Nov 8, Nov 15.

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Hostel prices in Hamburg, Germany

A typical dorm night in Hamburg runs about $21.

Based on current listed prices, October is typically the cheapest month (around $21/night) and September the most expensive (around $28/night).

At $12/night and up, Hamburg is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Germany.

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Hostels we track in Hamburg

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Local knowledge for Hamburg

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster in St. Pauli, within walking distance of the Reeperbahn, which puts you on the U3 line and close to the Landungsbrücken harbor piers. The Schanzenviertel, a few blocks north, has cheaper supermarkets and a quieter street-level feel while still being an easy walk or single U-Bahn stop from St. Pauli.

Getting around

  • The Fischermarkt in Altona runs every Sunday from 5am (7am in winter) and wraps up around 9:30. Vendors offload surplus fruit, bread, and smoked fish cheaply in the final half hour.
  • The S1 S-Bahn runs directly from Hamburg Airport to Hauptbahnhof in about 25 minutes for a standard HVV fare. There is no reason to pay for a taxi unless you have a lot of luggage going somewhere off the rail network.
  • A Hamburg Card covers unlimited HVV transit and cuts entry at most city museums. If you plan to visit more than two museums in a day, it pays for itself before lunch.

When to go

January and February are the cheapest months to book. Hostels fill up in July and August, and prices spike again during the spring and fall DOM funfair and the Christmas market weeks in late November and early December.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Hamburg cost per night?

Dorm beds in Hamburg currently range from $12 to $103/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Hamburg?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Hamburg are August 30, November 8, November 15.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Hamburg?

HostelHound currently tracks 20 hostels in Hamburg, Germany.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Hamburg?

Based on current availability, October has the lowest hostel prices in Hamburg, with dorm beds typically around $21/night.

Is Hamburg affordable compared to other hostel cities in Germany?

Hamburg is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Germany, with dorm prices starting from $12/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Hamburg?

Most hostels cluster in St. Pauli, within walking distance of the Reeperbahn, which puts you on the U3 line and close to the Landungsbrücken harbor piers. The Schanzenviertel, a few blocks north, has cheaper supermarkets and a quieter street-level feel while still being an easy walk or single U-Bahn stop from St. Pauli.

What is the best time of year to visit Hamburg?

January and February are the cheapest months to book. Hostels fill up in July and August, and prices spike again during the spring and fall DOM funfair and the Christmas market weeks in late November and early December.