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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 7.50 per person)
Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel
Leuven
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (31)
"Great place to stay.. Close to the town centre.. "
United Kingdom
A C
The price is ￥10,841
￥12,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Leuven City Hostel
Bar (on property)
Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place
2.0 star property
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (70)
"Location was perfect. The room was clean and staff was very nice! Highly recommend this place!"
United States
Camille
The price is ￥13,369
￥15,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Latroupe Grand Place
Food and drink
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
2.0 star property
Lower Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (118)
"clean and quiet little hostal , location is premium since is walkable to Grand Place and surroundings. "
Canada
Iris
The price is ￥13,690
￥17,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
Lobby lounge
Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (435)
"I stayed in the pod. It was compact which was lovely for Solo traveler."
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥12,131
￥12,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Sleep Well Youth Hostel
Buffet
Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (170)
"The breakfast was really good! "
Mexico
Obed
The price is ￥10,570
￥12,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Génération Europe Youth Hostel
Interior detail
Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh
2.5 star property
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
7.8 out of 10, Good, (59)
"Lovely"
United States
Sulaiman
The price is ￥14,293
￥16,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hostel van Gogh
Front of property
BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (489)
"Amazing value for money, clean spacious dorm room and super clean bathroom"
Netherlands
UZAIR
The price is ￥11,486
￥13,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
BRXXXL5 - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Upper Town
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (180)
"Very friendly staff, nice bar area with activities. Very comfortable beds. During our visit there was an ongoing renevation in progress so it will be even nicer in the future."
Finland
Ossi
The price is ￥11,169
￥12,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
Lobby lounge
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
2.0 star property
Oudergem
7.4 out of 10, Good, (64)
"Nice room, extremely close to Sonian forest, lot's of facilities. Clean and quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Ethan
The price is ￥12,118
￥14,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
Dining
Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
6.8 out of 10, (180)
"Had a good room and left happy. But there’s so many stairs we will be back "
Canada
Marisa
The price is ￥9,589
￥11,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Urban City Centre Hostel
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Top Leuven Hotel Reviews

Thon Hotel EU

Thon Hotel EU

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, and staff. Everything was clean"
Adelaida 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Thon Hotel EU

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Leuven Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,765
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥11,713
Highest Price
￥17,865

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Leuven?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Leuven?
While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top Leuven hostel: Leuven City Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Leuven Station. Property features include free WiFi and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Leuven?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Leuven is 31 inches.
What is there to see and do in Leuven?
In general, Leuven is known for its historical sites, cafes, and bars. Major attractions include La Grand Place. Get out into nature with places like Haasrode Research-Park, Kruidtuin Botanical Garden, and Abbey Park. Cultural attractions include Grand Beguinage of Leuven, M - Museum Leuven, and STUK.
What's the best way to get to and around Leuven while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Leuven in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Brussels Airport (BRU), located 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from the city center. An alternative is Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), situated 24 mi (38.6 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To explore more of the area, take a train from Leuven Station, Heverlee Station, or Wijgmaal Station.