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Our top choices for Leiden hostels

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Will & Tate City Stay

Will & Tate City Stay
3.0 star property
The Hague Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (125 reviews)
The price is HK$570
HK$801 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Will & Tate City Stay
Front of property – evening/night

Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026

Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
2.0 star property
Centrum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"Great people and great location "
United States
Isaac
Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel to Stayokay Rotterdam - fully renovated April 2026
Lobby

Hostel ROOM Rotterdam

Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
2.0 star property
Centrum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (88 reviews)
"Wonderful kind staff"
Netherlands
Jeroen
The price is HK$511
HK$652 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hostel ROOM Rotterdam
Front of property

CoolDocks

CoolDocks
1.0 star property
Centrum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (63 reviews)
"Good hostel - good value. Spartan kitchen and could do with a bit more in the way of staff/cleaners, but it was a clean, decent space with comfy beds and a nice friendly vibe."
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is HK$658
HK$840 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
CoolDocks
Bar (on property)

Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel

Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
2.0 star property
The Hague Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (162 reviews)
"This was a convenient well located stay for our two day stopover with our family. The rooms were clean and tidy and the facilities were great."
Australia
Meaghan
Stayokay Den Haag - Hostel
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Top Leiden Hotel Reviews

Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent"
Laniyi 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

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Leiden Hostels information

Number of reviews
688
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$652
Highest Price
HK$840

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Leiden?
Our guests like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable room rates: Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport - 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the heart of Leiden. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. CitizenM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol - 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from the heart of Leiden. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Leiden?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Leiden is 891 mm.
What is there to see and do in Leiden?
Overall, Leiden is known for its museums, historical sites and local tours. Top attractions include Scheveningen Beach and Zandvoort Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Hortus Botanicus, Sint Annahofje and Noordwijk aan Zee Beach. Cultural attractions include Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Museum Boerhaave and Stedelijk Museum de Lakenhal.
What's the best way to get to and around Leiden while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Leiden on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), 14.8 mi (23.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Schiphol Airport (AMS), which is 15.5 mi (25 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Leiden Central Station, Leiden Lammenschans Station or De Vink Station.

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