When visiting Leuven, Leuven City Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
Dutch, English, French, Polish
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 10 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 7.50 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 10 per day
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Leuven City Hostel Leuven
Leuven City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Leuven City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Leuven
Leuven City Hostel Leuven
Leuven City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Leuven
Leuven City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Leuven City Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Leuven City Hostel?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 10 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Leuven City Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Leuven City Hostel and nearby?
Leuven City Hostel has a garden.
What's the area around Leuven City Hostel like?
Leuven City Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Leuven Station and 2 minutes' walk from University Library & Bell Tower.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Aug 3, 2024
Unfortunately had some problems with electricity due to the weather, but everything was handled swiftly and as good as possible. Otherwise a very pleasant stay
Merle
Merle, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
Super clean. Friendly and kind staff.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2023
Georges
Georges, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 17, 2023
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 12, 2023
Nothing to complain
Roy
Roy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 8, 2023
Lizet
Lizet, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 19, 2023
All the above factors.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 30, 2022
I especially liked the position, how easy it was to reach any part of the city simply by walking around. The thing that troubled me the most would be the snoring roommates and some difficulty in finding the plugs to recharge my phone battery.
elena
elena, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2022
All good
Algirdas
Algirdas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 31, 2019
It was good
Mpoy
Mpoy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 11, 2019
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 24, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 24, 2018
Mediocre at Best
Wifi is very unreliable as are the showers and toilettes. Out of three showers adjacent to the 6-bed dorm in which I stayed, one had a broken shower head and another had a broken drain. There were three toilettes close to the room; however, only one worked.
You will undoubtedly get precisely what you pay for in this case.
As a pro: The lobby area, kitchen and garden area are clean and well-kept.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 30, 2018
Perfect location, lovely little hostel
Stayed here for 1 night whilst attending a concert locally. Very clean, well decorated hostel with fantastic location. Leuven is a very pretty town, only 25 mins by train from Brussels. Hostel is a 10 minute walk from the train station and very easy to find. Nice, quiet hostel with cosy rooms and cute courtyard where you can sit out and enjoy the sun. The only minor complaint is that the room (3.1) could do with a fan as it gets very warm.
Taryn
Taryn, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 6, 2017
No wifi signal in the room amd weak signal in open area. When enquired about it, they are complaining about iphones. So, as per them, whoever wants to stay there, should bring android phones.
Dont expect a towel to be in the private room.
m
m, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 1, 2017
Great stay
Great stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful especially as I was delayed checking in; they ensured the key was available and communicated everything clearly. As I was leaving Leuven late in the evening they allowed me to store my bags until I needed to pick them up.
Location is great however Leuven is a student city so outside can be a little noisy at night, but don't let that put you off the stay is comfortable, clean and cosy.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 24, 2024
Hyggelige ansatte. Dårlig renhold og vedlikehold.
Radiator på rommet virket ikke. Støvete oppå lister etc. Tett vask på rommet. Ødelagt dør til ett av toalettene som ikke kunne lukkes. Veldig lytt fra gangen inn til rommet.
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2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
It was quite close to the city and you can use there so much possibilities for sightseeing and someone. the service there was excellent
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 15, 2022
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 19, 2022
Qualité de l'offre
Convenable. A préciser dans l'offre que les sanitaires sont à l'extérieur et communs ( loin d'être propre) . Ce que j'ignorais lors de la réservation à moins d'avoir mal lu les détails !
Graziella
Graziella, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 23, 2021
Voordelig, betrouwbaar, dichtbij
Een goed hostel, met launch ruimte, keuken met waterkoker, magnetron (microgolfoven). Op loopbare afstand van het station en het centrum. Weinig op aan te merken.
Richard
Richard, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2019
Gertjan
Gertjan, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 3, 2019
街に出て行きやすかった
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 2, 2018
Eenvoudige hostel in centrum
Zeer vriendelijk personeel en goede ligging. Wel veel lawaai van toeklappende deuren en matrasveren.