Find Cheap Hostels in Copenhagen

By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and monuments.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to look first: Next House Copenhagen - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Copenhagen (ZGH-Copenhagen Central Train Station) and Copenhagen Central Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and 4 bars/lounges. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Steel House Copenhagen - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Vesterport Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an indoor pool, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Danhostel Copenhagen City - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of City Hall Square. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Generator Copenhagen - Located within a 5-minute walk of Strøget. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a nightclub, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Hotel Nyhavn63 - Located steps from Nyhavn. Property features include free WiFi and a bar. You’ll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Copenhagen, one of Expedia’s 13 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Copenhagen is 28 inches.

In general, Copenhagen is known for its biking trails, museums, and monuments. Major attractions include Tivoli Gardens. Get out into nature with places like Ørstedsparken, Rosenborg Castle Gardens, and Islands Brygge Harbour Baths. Cultural attractions include H.C. Anderson’s Wonderful World, Pumpehuset, and Danish Design Centre.

Keep this information about transit options in Copenhagen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Copenhagen Airport, Kastrup (CPH), located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away. An alternative is Malmo (MMX-Sturup), located 32.4 mi (52.2 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Rådhuspladsen Station, Vesterport Station, and Gammel Strand Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Copenhagen Central Station, Copenhagen (ZGH-Copenhagen Central Train Station), or Nørreport Station.