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The 10 Best Hostels in Leuven, Belgium

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Conveniently located next to Leuven Train Station and a 15-minute walk from the historic centre, Hostel Blauwput Leuven offers free WiFi in public areas, a bar and a garden terrace. Guests can play a game of table football or relax in the shared lounge area.

I had an amazing stay at this hostel. I would define you recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay for a few nights. Really appreciated the breakfast in the morning.

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7.6
Good
407 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

Leuven City Hostel is located 700 metres from Leuven's Central Market Square and features a furnished garden terrace, an on-site bar and communal areas including a living area with a cast iron fireplace. Free WiFi is available in the entire the hostel.

Each of the rooms at Leuven Hostel has laminate flooring, bunk beds and a small work desk. You also have access to the shared kitchen and the common living room.

The staff is really friendly understanding and helpful. He was willing to arrange me another room as I was the only female in the room. The kitchen is lovely with free coffee and there is a small garden. Overall good experience!

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7.6
Good
703 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Leuven

  • Avg. price/night: $187.35
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,807 reviews
    Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms are not sound proof. Could hear my neighbours talking. The bed was very comfortable. Great location right near the market
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    Ingrid Glandorf
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $197.05
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 429 reviews
    Cozy, clean, quiet, safe, well-equipped (tv, Internet, fridge, AC, etc.), great location, friendly staff. We got a bottle of champagne from John! :) Everything was superb!
    Tunde
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 224 reviews
    Great location. Clean. Seamless check in and check out system. Quick response to any requests. Felt very safe.
    Sandhya
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 45 reviews
    - Great location: very nice restaurants nearby, shopping area and historic city center. Also cheap parking around the corner. - Comfortable bed Overall, not bad for 2 nights, but definitely not as good as the ratings suggest.
    Ikram
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $156.77
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 407 reviews
    The entire experience was great. I was travelling to attend a concert and met many like-minded people who I could go with. The place is ideal for backpackers and people who wish to meet new people while travelling. Breakfast was adequate for the price and the dorms were clean. Location is ideal as it is right next to the station and easily accessible.
    S
    Shilpa
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,171 reviews
    Great location, nice and helpful staff, very clean, safe area, close to the main train station, good value for money. The breakfast is a buffet pretty good. Main attractions are just 10 minutes walk and the hotel has a good restaurant. We had a great sleep.
    Helen
    Young couple
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 703 reviews
    This is one of the nicest and cleanest hostels I have been at. I took the double room which was very cozy and full of light, it had a small basin in the room which was very useful. The common toilets and showers were exceptionally clean. Great location and staff is super nice.
    Bianca
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,171 reviews
    Great location and cheap for Leuven
    Ayla
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $107.67
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 964 reviews
    Great location, a few mins walk from the station & very close to shops & points of interest. Small compact room & great shower. No tea or coffee in the room, but free & readily available from reception till 8pm. Nice lounge area, shared with the Hostel residents.
    Andrea
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $121.13
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,008 reviews
    Great location, comfy and safely.
    John
    Family with young children