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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Meeting facility
Breakfast area
Sun deck

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Explore the area

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An Der Schanz 14, Cologne, NW, 50735
  • Place, Cologne Zoo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cologne Cable Car
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Claudius Therme
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory, Men only (4 beds)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Beds)

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Cologne

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Cologne awaits you at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl. Within a 10-minute stroll you'll find Cologne Zoo and Claudius Therme within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to bike hire and basketball. 9128 square feet (848 square metres) of event facilities include 9 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this Nippes hostel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Palladium.
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What's nearby

  • Cologne Zoo - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cologne Cable Car - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rheinpark - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Claudius Therme - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn - 3 min walk
  • Hansaring Station - 5 min drive
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Imbiss am Elefantenpark - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zoo Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Riehler Hof - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Rheinspaziert - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Radix & Anima - ‬8 min drive

About this property

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hostel measures 9128 square feet (848 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl was completed in August 2019.

This Cologne hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 9128 sq ft of conference space
  • 848 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1981
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl offers 169 accommodations with blackout curtains. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2019.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • 9,128 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1981
  • Renovated entire property - August 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests are required to be members of Hostelling International or an affiliate, such as German Youth Hostel Association. Guests must present a valid membership card at check-in. Guests who are not members may purchase a membership online or at the reception desk at check-in. Special membership fees may be available for schools, clubs, and other institutions. Members from outside Germany are subject to the regulations in their country of origin, but non-members from abroad can also purchase welcome stamps at this hostel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Cologne
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Hostel
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Hostel Cologne
DJH Köln-Riehl
DJH Köln-Riehl City-Hostel
Köln-Riehl DJH
DJH City Hostel Köln Riehl
DJH CityHostel KölnRiehl Host
DJH City Hostel Köln Riehl
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Cologne
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl on 21 June 2026 start from AU$211, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Yep, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

The closest beach to DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl is Blackfoot Beach (7.8 km).

Is DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and a deli, it's no surprise that DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

No, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

No, only service animals are allowed.

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

benbelgacem

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hariom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful place to stay in cologne !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room, small bathroom, great location. Easy to reach, and plenty of transportation to the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

faby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a very cozy place, easy to get to and has some snacks that you can easily buy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ifeanyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was close to the Train-station and very accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern hostel which feels more like a hotel but with the social aspect of a hostel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
😂👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good "garage", bike place to store overnight. Good breakfast. Pupils from schools can be a bit noisy. But hostel usually very quiet after 10pm
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! I would have stayed longer if there were rooms available. Beautiful grounds and close to transportation. More like a resort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

Good value for money. Good connection to the city by public transport
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and well organized
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasneem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked my stay at this hostel and found it to be affordable and comfortable. All staff members were friendly and welcoming. The only thing I didn’t find quite right was the laundromat as the washing machine was out of service during my stay, but it wasn’t a big deal for me. Looking forward to visit Cologne and stay at this hostel again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

The hotel is good value for money. We knew it wouldn’t be so central. But in fact the connection with public transport is very good. The room was very spacious. Beds comfortable and a lot of storage in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hochung

Disliked: Room comfort
The hallways on the fifth floor smelled of urine. You have to pay to borrow a towel. The mattress covers were old and weathered, and the bed themselves were extremely tiny.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RAFAEL

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the room is very clean but I didn’t like the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaveri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful view of the Rhine from my balcony. Simple but tasty breakfast. Generally, quiet but the heavy doors and lock mechanisms were a little intrusive with guests coming and going. But overall, a wonderful place to stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stated for 1 night, was fine. the sink is next to the beds so it can get a bit noisy at night in the shared rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located a little distance away from the city but the public transport can get you there asap. The service was great; the staff were very helpful anytime I had questions about my stay. My only complaint is the washer and dryer. They dont work very well because of their old age
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness
Good, but to warm rooms. No fan nor adjustable A/C in room.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARCOS LUCIANO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sim
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quarto bem confortável e companheiras boas
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

拓

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
いっぱい的なホテルです。よかったです
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prima kamer, netjes en schoon. Aardig personeel, dichtbij de metro.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zimmer top. Personal top. Lage top. Durchweg positiv. Danke Wir kommen wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025