Search Hostels in Karlsruhe

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about the zoo and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start: Gaestehaus Kaiserpassage - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Europaplatz Postgalerie Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find free WiFi, towels, and showers in all rooms. A&O Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof - 2-minute walk from Karlsruhe (KJR-Karlsruhe Train Station) for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find free WiFi and TVs in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the local climate: 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 Karlsruhe is 29 inches.

Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Karlsruhe. Get out into nature with places like Botanical Garden, Rhine, and Turmberg Terrace. Cultural attractions include Karlsruhe Theater (Badisches Staatstheater), Karlsruhe Palace, and Zentrum für Kunst und Medientechnologie. Visit landmarks like Prince Max Palace, Ettlingen Palace, and Schloss Bruchsal.

Keep this information about transit options in Karlsruhe in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Karlsruhe Baden-Baden (FKB-Baden Airpark), 21.3 mi (34.2 km) from the city center. An alternative is Mannheim (MHG), which is 32.9 mi (52.9 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Ettlinger Tor U-Bahn, Ettlinger Tor Tram Stop, and Marktplatz (Kaiserstraße U) Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Marktplatz (Pyramide U) Station, Europaplatz Postgalerie Station, or Tivoli Station.