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Lotte Hostel

Lotte Hostel
Heidelberg City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely smile and very helpful"
United States
cody
The price is ￥14,177
￥16,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Lotte Hostel
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Top Heidelberg Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bayrischer Hof

Hotel Bayrischer Hof

10/10 Excellent
"This was my favorite hotel in Germany that we stayed in. The location is fantastic. The hotel is well maintained and beautiful. The staff was great. Thank you so much!!"
Victoria 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hotel Bayrischer Hof

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Heidelberg Hostels information

Number of reviews
120
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥16,465
Highest Price
￥16,465

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Heidelberg?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its historic sites, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Heidelberg?
While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Heidelberg hostel: Lotte Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Heidelberg Castle. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a computer station, as well as a library. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Heidelberg?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Heidelberg is 29 inches.
What is there to see and do in Heidelberg?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to check out the area around Heidelberg. Get out into nature with places like Neckarwiese, Bonsai Center, and Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park. Cultural attractions include Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg Theater and Orchestra, and Deutsches Verpackungs Museum. Visit landmarks like Heidelberg University Library, Church of the Holy Spirit, and Karl Theodor Bridge.
What's the best way to get to and around Heidelberg while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Heidelberg on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Mannheim (MHG), 9 mi (14.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which is 44.7 mi (71.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Local metro stations include Heidelberg Seegarten Tram Stop and Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt S-Bahn, Heidelberg Central Station, or Heidelberg Central Station (QHD).