Penny Pincher Inn - Cologne Hostel

9.2
Exceptional
(131 reviews)

Tempelstraße 26, 50679 Köln, Germany

+49 1577 0882285

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Hotel Description

Penny Pincher Inn - Cologne Hostel, located at Tempelstraße 26, 50679 Köln, Germany, offers a no-frills, budget-friendly accommodation ideal for travelers seeking a simple, comfortable stay in a vibrant part of the city. Situated in a rowhouse surrounded by shops and eateries, this adults-only hostel offers an authentic local experience within walking distance of popular attractions such as the Cologne Cathedral, Museum Ludwig, and the Schokoladenmuseum Köln. The hotel's atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, creating a welcoming environment for guests who prioritize affordability and location over luxurious amenities. The straightforward mixed-sex dorms, which accommodate 4 to 6 people, are equipped with shared bathrooms, linens, lockers, and bunk beds with individual reading lights. Towels are available for rent, and tea and coffee are complimentary throughout the day.
One of the standout features of the Penny Pincher Inn is its well-equipped communal kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals and enjoy a taste of home during their travels. In addition, the TV lounge is a great spot for unwinding after a long day of sightseeing, featuring an arcade machine for extra entertainment. The hostel is well-connected with public transportation, making it easy to explore the city. Guests will find the Köln Messe/Deutz train station just a 10-minute walk away, with connections to key destinations in and around Cologne. The nearest public transit stop is only a 7-minute walk, ensuring easy access to all corners of the city.
While Penny Pincher Inn does not feature a fitness center, spa, or pool, it compensates with practical amenities such as Wi-Fi access throughout the property and an airport shuttle service. Health and safety measures are in place to ensure guests' well-being, with the hostel adhering to stringent hygiene protocols. The hotel's location in a bustling district ensures there is no shortage of things to do. Visitors can stroll over to the nearby Hohenzollern Bridge for scenic views of the Rhine or visit the Wallraf-Richartz-Museum for a deep dive into art history. Guests can also enjoy a range of local dining options, with famous restaurants such as Kaiser Konstantin - Kölsches Brauhaus and Minsu Restaurant Köln within a short taxi ride.
Nearby attractions include the Cologne Cathedral, a striking Gothic landmark, just 10 minutes away, and the Lindt Chocolate Museum, which is only a 14-minute walk from the hostel. The Hohenzollern Bridge, a famous landmark, is also a 14-minute walk away, while the Wallraf-Richartz-Museum is located just 7 minutes from the hostel. For those interested in exploring Cologne's rich cultural offerings, Museum Ludwig is a must-visit, just an 8-minute walk from the property.
In addition to these top sights, guests can explore the lively central district, where they will find high-end stores, notable museums, and a variety of lively pubs and bars. The nearby area is also home to several entertainment options, ensuring that guests are never short of things to do. Penny Pincher Inn - Cologne Hostel invites all guests to experience its great location, friendly atmosphere, and affordable accommodations. Whether you're here for a short stay or a longer visit, this hostel offers a budget-friendly base from which to explore all that Cologne has to offer.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Guests praised the kitchenettes for their convenience and functionality

2. Walking distance to both the KölnTriangle and the Hohenzollern Bridge

3. Only a 7-minute walk to the nearest public transit stop

4. Affordable and welcoming service praised by many guests

5. Located in a lively central district with plenty of nearby attractions


8.6 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Cologne Cathedral
10 min
Museum Ludwig
8 min
Lindt Chocolate Museum
14 min
Hohenzollern Bridge
14 min
Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud
7 min

Nearest locations

Minsu Restaurant Köln
2 min
Deutzer Brauhaus
4 min
bona'me Köln-Deutz
4 min
Sion Bräues Traditionsbrauhaus
4 min
Kaiser Konstantin - Kölsches Brauhaus
5 min
Grissini Restaurant & Terrasse
5 min
Sticky Fingers Restaurant & Terrasse
5 min
Restaurant "Em Bierstüffge" - Köln
6 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating8.6
Nearest airportCologne Bonn Airport
Travel time to airport22 min

Location

Tempelstraße 26, 50679 Köln, Germany

Airports:

Weeze Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 33 min

Transit: 2 hr 9 min

Düsseldorf Airport

Transit: 47 min

Taxi: 53 min

Dortmund Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 15 min

Transit: 2 hr 25 min

Cologne Bonn Airport

Taxi: 22 min

Transit: 1 hr 45 min

Transit:

Köln Süd

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 46 min

Hansaring

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 43 min

Koln-Ehrenfeld

Taxi: 20 min

Walking: 1 hr 10 min

Cologne Central Station

Taxi: 10 min

Walking: 28 min

Cologne Messe/Deutz

Walking: 14 min


Nearby locations

8.6

Excellent Location

Innenstadt

Busy central district with Cologne Cathedral, high-end stores, notable museums & lively pubs.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Airport shuttle

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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Vitor Daudt

5/5
Stood for 2 nights on a room with 4 beds and was really good. The room and toilet is very clean, comfortable beds and well organized. There is also a nice and relatively large space y the reception for socializing, playing some games and cook something. definitely recommend this hostel

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Gulfia I

5/5
I loved my stay in the hostel! The staff is very friendly and the bathrooms are just sparkling clean. There is a common area where you can cook and have your meals, a fridge where you can store your food and a coffee machine that makes you a cappuccino! How about that? I’ll definitely stay there again.

rana ö

5/5
Although the hostel isn’t very big, it’s clean and comfortable. Only problem was rooms were really hot. Host is very friendly. There is a machine for free coffee and tea in the kitchen. You can play games such Nintendo in the common area. It’s not far to the old town. If I go to Cologne again, I’ll definitely stay there. Thanks!

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Laura H

5/5
Highly recommend this hostel. Close enough to walk/train/tram to city centre. Super clean. Marcel is a great host! All of the amenities you need are available. Tons of room in the 6 person dorm we stayed in. Felt very safe in the neighbourhood and good lockers to put your stuff in inside the room

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李家銘

5/5
A lovely and friendly hostel.So cool there are an arcade and Nintendo games in the common space.You can have free tea and coffee in the kitchen, though some kinds of coffee charge €0,50.The only problem I met was that there was no hot water around 00:00 so I could only took a cool bath.

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Alberto Incao

5/5
The hostel was a very good one, it has a good atmosphere, the staff was friendly, it had a kitchen so it was easy to cook your food and some money. The location was very good being 20 minutes to the cathedral. All in all a very pleasant experience. Would come back again!

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Ghazal S

4/5
The penny pincher was on the other side of the river , hence a bit of a walk from the cathedral area. But the tram made the commute a lot easier! I was only there for a night , the hostel was very clean and I was given clean linen for my bed. It’s a decent place which is good value for money.

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Angelos “Kalamisanos”

5/5
Very recommended. I booked here for the gamescom days. It was the cheapest and it is only five to ten minutes walking distance to the event.It is managed by a single person only and it shows everywhere the love he has put to his hostel. Everything is clean, the carpets are new and not millions of years old. There's a small kitchen where you can have free coffee and then you have to clean your glass by yourself. There's a shared fridge, books and even an arcade that is also free and full of fighting games.The rooms have two bunker beds, so in total four beds and four lockers. There are small messages everywhere about what or how do to something or not to.I really liked the atmosphere and the work this man has put in this place. If I go to gamescom next year I will book here again.

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cstina2017

5/5
It takes 10 minutes or less arrive to the center on foot, and is a easy path, crossing a beautiful bridge and seeying all the city. The place is confortable, absolutely clean. Staff is very kind, several free services (tea, coffe, games) and a confortable kitchen and a living room. Perfect.

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InsideJob

5/5
It was really clean and nice. The guy that rented it was cool. There was an arcade machine with retro games. Free coffee and tea. Labels on everything how it worked in english. Clean beds with enough room in the rooms. A bathroom for every room that also had a shower in it. Working keys and enough keys for everyone. Close to the city. Pretty much what you would want a place like this to have and a little bit more for a pretty good price.