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Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Sparks Hostel is situated in Rotterdam, 1.8 km from Diergaarde Blijdorp. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

The property is 350 m from Rotterdam Central Station, from where guests can use different types of transport. Witte de Withstraat with many bars are at a 11-minute walking distance. Ahoy Rotterdam is 4.2 km from Sparks Hostel, while Familiepark Plaswijckpark is 4.2 km from the property. Rotterdam The Hague Airport is 5 km away.

We absolutely loved everything about this place! The location was beyond belief. The value was incredible! The staff were kind, knowledgeable and would do just about anything for us! They surpassed the concierge services that we’ve received from the high end hotels like the Marriott or Four Seasons. Tonya was such a delight to deal with and did so much for us. She even took our special requests home with her to research the answers on her on time! She was incredible!! The other personnel also moved mountains for us! Leo, Annie and even the cleaning crew were kind and caring. I had the pleasure of trying the dorm beds for 2 nights and it was excellent. I found it to be a private experience in a dorm setting! The value was truly incredible too! The rest of the week, we had a private room. That was super comfortable and included breakfast! Wow! The value it beyond words!

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8.7
Excellent
2,073 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

King Kong Hostel is located in the Cool district in Rotterdam. If offers non-smoking accommodation with free Wi-Fi access.

At King Kong Hostel you will find a 24-hour front desk, a movie lounge with Netflix and an espresso bar. Guests can also prepare their own meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, a games room, tablets and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and city tours.

The vibes there áre great, clean rooms and the crew always ready to help you

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8.3
Very Good
2,394 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

Situated in the city centre, 15 minutes walk from Central station and only 450 metres from the Erasmus Bridge, Hostel ROOM Rotterdam offers room with free WiFi. There is a communal living area with a bar serving a selection of continental breakfast items, lunch, snacks & drinks, TV, Netflix and board games.

The hostel also offers various discount vouchers on tourist attractions, as well as free guided tour on foot.

I loved everything about the hostel. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, the rooms are comfortable, the location is excellent and the breakfast is also very good. Great value for money to stay in Rotterdam.

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8.4
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

Hostel Ani&Haakien offers backpacker friendly accommodation in Rotterdam at 650 metres from Rotterdam Central Station. Free WiFi is offered.

At Hostel Ani&Haakien you will find a garden, a terrace and a shared kitchen. Other facilities include a shared lounge, a tour desk, laptop safes and a vending machine.

Everyrhing was good. First of all location is perfect as evetything is near, central station only 3 mins walk. Staf was really really good, very friendly and ready to help anytime. Room was very nice , clean and quite. Kitchen, garden, laundry, ironing equipment etc, were just super extras for me. Simply perfect place to stay in Rotterdam, i would suggest it to everyone who visit Rotterdam.

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8.7
Excellent
916 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Each of the simply furnished dormitory rooms at Stayokay Hostel Rotterdam has bunk beds, a shared shower room and a shared toilet. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast every morning. Packed lunch service is available for a surcharge.

The location and architecture were great. Very friendly staff also.

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7.9
Good
3,495 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

Located in Rotterdam within 5.3 km of Diergaarde Blijdorp and 5.3 km of Ahoy Rotterdam, Recharge Hostel provides rooms with free WiFi. The property is situated 5.8 km from Plaswijckpark, 11 km from BCN Rotterdam and 14 km from TU Delft. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 4.8 km from Erasmus University.

I love the location. very central, you have everything at hand. and the apartment is 10/10 you have 100% privacy I loved it I will return soon

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6.2
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291 reviews
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$40
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Tourist Travel Inn is situated in Schiedam, 11 km from TU Delft and 13 km from BCN Rotterdam. The property is around 5.2 km from Diergaarde Blijdorp, 8.7 km from Plaswijckpark and 10 km from Ahoy Rotterdam. The hostel features a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available.

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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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  • Avg. price/night: $94.68
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1,941 reviews
    Good location. Close to the train station. Cheap price compared to other hostels so worth it. Some nice breakfast places not too far from the hostel, but none on location.
    Matus
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $79.51
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,027 reviews
    Although the room was small, it was very cozy and clean and the location was great, a safe street full of life in city centre. People were extremly kind and friendly and they provided everything you needed. It is very suitable for young people travelling a little low cost, but still wanting good conditions and being open to meeting new people. However, I recommend it to anyone, just keep in mind that the room is small and sometimes it's hard to move around in it.
    Daria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $88.34
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,109 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, super clean, gated parking lot, we just felt super safe!
    B
    Breanna
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 916 reviews
    Beautiful looking hostel in a great location, not far from central station. Really nice vibe with guests and staff using the shared space together and often cooking together (or at least at the same time). It made the place feel very inviting. Breakfast and beers are also very cheaply available for Rotterdam prices.
    Cameron
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $249.99
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,073 reviews
    Great hostel experience. Nice touches include stair to top bunks and sockets inside lockable cupboards, towel included in room price. Great location and very helpful staff. Excellent kitchen equipment. Felt safe and relaxing.
    Rachel
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 916 reviews
    The best hostel I've ever stayed. Great location. Everything was perfect.
    Gabrijel
    Solo traveler
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,495 reviews
    Great location, good continental breakfast, and very family friendly. The room was clean and had 2 bunk beds with its own shower and toilet. Lovely atmosphere in the reception/bar area with plenty of seating to chill out. First time staying in a hostel and it was a great experience for the family.
    Erica
    Family with young children
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,746 reviews
    Great location in the city center, 10 minutes walk from main train & bus station, yet in the calm, quiet and safe back street. Room for solo traveler (one bed) is small but cosy and more than adequate, clean all around, with great bed and linen, tv, private bathroom with shower. Staff is very friendly and helpful (both receptionists I encountered). All of this you get for a really budget price, not much more than hostel bunk bed. Great experience overall.
    Marijan000
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $249.99
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,073 reviews
    An amazing place where you can feel more at home than in a hostel. Everything is good. Friendly and professional staff, always willing to help and make you feel welcome. Clean, safe, cool, modern, with a lift, beds with privacy, a fabulous kitchen with cleaning rules which shows that they really care want to make your stay a pleasant one, good coffee, great location, so easy to find coming from the central station, even if you are tired and it’s late. Can’t ask for more really. A place to return to. Cheers guys! All the best!
    Sonia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $94.68
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1,941 reviews
    Great location and cheaper than other hostels. The room is standard, quite small but nice.
    Amélie
    Solo traveler

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