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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for going out. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its historic sites, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.

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

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Lotte Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Heidelberg Castle. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a computer station, as well as a library. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Eazy Hostel Heidelberg - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Heidelberg is 735 mm.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might appreciate some places near Heidelberg. Get out into nature with places such as Neckarwiese, Heidelberg Castle Garden and Bonsai Center. Cultural attractions include Körperwelten Museum, Kurpfälzisches Museum and Heidelberg Theater and Orchestra. Visit landmarks such as Heidelberg University Library, Heidelberg Student Jail and Church of the Holy Spirit.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Heidelberg on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Mannheim (MHG), 9 mi (14.5 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which is 44.7 mi (71.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Heidelberg Seegarten Tram Stop and Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, take a train from Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt S-Bahn, Heidelberg Central Station or Heidelberg-Altstadt Station.