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DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

Family-friendly hostel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Property grounds
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Breakfast area
Sun deck
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl sits in the heart of Cologne, offering a vibrant atmosphere for families and independent travelers. Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, relax in the garden, challenge friends in the game room, and access free WiFi throughout public areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM506
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Shared Dormitory, Men only (4 beds)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Beds)

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
An Der Schanz 14, Cologne, NW, 50735

What's nearby

  • Cologne Zoo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Claudius Therme - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cologne Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • LANXESS Arena - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dank Augusta - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Schmitz & Nittenwilm - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Localino - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zoo Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Imbiss am Elefantenpark - ‬14 min walk

About this property

DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl

Family-friendly hostel remodelled in 2019 and located near Cologne Zoo
Located close to Claudius Therme and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds, DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a table football and a 24-hour front desk
  • 9 meeting rooms, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Room features
All 169 rooms have amenities such as safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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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
  • 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
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl on 19 Oct 2025 start from RM 506.03, excluding 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.

How much is parking at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl located?

This family-friendly Cologne hostel is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cologne Zoo, Claudius Therme and Cologne Trade Fair Grounds. Palladium and Cologne Cathedral are also within 3 mi (5 km). Boltensternstrasse U-Bahn is only a 3-minute walk and Slabystrasse U-Bahn is 12 minutes.

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