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Our top choices for Leuven hostels

1. Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel
Leuven
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (34 reviews)
"Great place to stay.. Close to the town centre.. "
United Kingdom
A C
The price is P4,510
P5,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Leuven City Hostel

2. Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (241 reviews)
"Really nice and fun place to stay"
Canada
Anas
The price is P5,711
P6,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Latroupe Grand Place

3. Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel
Lower Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (501 reviews)
"Good location. Average breakfast."
United States
Arturo
The price is P5,512
P6,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sleep Well Youth Hostel

4. a&o Brussel Centrum

a&o Brussel Centrum
4.0 star property
Northern Quarter
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and very fun atmosphere with lively bar and activities like pool and other games at the bar area."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P3,951
P4,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
a&o Brussel Centrum

5. The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
Lower Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
"Good value"
United States
Christopher
The price is P3,960
P5,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

6. Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
Upper Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (193 reviews)
"Staff and breakfast were good!"
Canada
Haciba
The price is P5,896
P6,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

7. Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
7.6 out of 10, Good, (138 reviews)
"Nice stay. Conveniently located near downtown."
United States
Abigail
The price is P4,223
P4,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hostel van Gogh

8. Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"The breakfast was really good! "
Mexico
Obed
The price is P3,864
P4,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Génération Europe Youth Hostel

9. YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse

YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse
Anderlecht
5.0 out of 10, (28 reviews)
"This is a convenient location about a 5-6 minute walk from the train station. Staff is friendly and there is a nice little outdoor area to socialize and balconies in every room. The only thing I didn't like was room switching without notice, and the hygeine standards (or lack thereof) of some of the fellow guests."
United States
Tammy
The price is P3,637
P4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
YOUR HOSTEL auberge de jeunesse

10. BX. Downtown - Brussels

BX. Downtown - Brussels
Lower Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Excellent location, reasonable price,very nice for a hostel - almost hotel standard."
Denmark
Niels Jonas H
The price is P5,581
P6,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
BX. Downtown - Brussels

11. Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel
Lower Town
6.8 out of 10, (202 reviews)
"Our room was clean pretty noisy due to location. 5 min walk away from the biz. Would recommend staff friendly and helpful. Spotless"
United Kingdom
Niamh
The price is P4,165
P5,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Urban City Centre Hostel

12. BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel
Lower Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (512 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Ronald
The price is P3,709
P4,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
BRXXXL5 - Hostel

13. Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
Oudergem
7.4 out of 10, Good, (64 reviews)
"Nice room, extremely close to Sonian forest, lot's of facilities. Clean and quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Ethan
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about Leuven

Centuries-old Grote Markt square showcases the magnificent Gothic town hall where university students gather at surrounding cafés. Climb the library tower at KU Leuven for city views, then sample Belgian beers at Oude Markt's outdoor terraces.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower and ornate architecture, situated in a square with a paved ground.

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?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate some places near Leuven. Get out into nature with places like Haasrode Research-Park, Sint-Donatus Park, and Kruidtuin Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Grand Beguinage of Leuven, M - Museum Leuven, and Autoworld Museum. Visit landmarks like Arenberg Castle, Vlierbeek Abbey, and University Hall.

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.