DJH Hostel Eckernförde

7.8
Very Good
(263 reviews)

Sehestedter Str. 27, 24340 Eckernförde, Germany

+49 4351 2154

Access the hotel social media

Hotel Description

DJH Hostel Eckernförde is a charming, no-frills youth hostel located in the heart of Eckernförde, Germany. Situated at Sehestedter Str. 27, 24340 Eckernförde, this welcoming redbrick building offers easy access to both nature and local attractions. Just a 9-minute walk from the pristine Baltic Sea and its beautiful beaches, the hostel is ideally located for those seeking to experience the tranquil coastal surroundings. In addition to the beach, the hostel is conveniently close to Eckernförde train station (1 km away) and Windebyer Noor lake (3 km), making it a perfect base for exploring the region's scenic beauty and rich history. The area is renowned for its family-friendly environment, providing guests with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and sailing.
Inside the hostel, the simple yet comfortable rooms are designed to make your stay as relaxing as possible. Each room is equipped with bunk beds, linens, and sinks, with many offering lovely views of the Baltic Sea. While bathroom facilities are shared, the overall space ensures a peaceful environment that promotes rest and relaxation. Although air-conditioning is not available, the open, airy design of the hostel allows guests to enjoy the fresh sea breeze and a peaceful atmosphere.
For those who want to make the most of their stay, DJH Hostel Eckernförde offers a variety of amenities to enhance your experience. Guests can enjoy free parking, allowing easy access to the hostel by car. In addition, the hostel features a game room, basketball and volleyball courts, and a table tennis area, making it ideal for those looking for fun and entertainment. The large lawn with a playground is perfect for families with children, while the BBQ area and fire pit offer a cozy space for guests to gather and unwind. Other conveniences include laundry facilities, bike storage, and meeting rooms for business travelers.
In terms of dining, DJH Hostel Eckernförde offers lunch and dinner for a fee, with a dinner buffet that is highly praised by guests. Whether you prefer casual meals or more structured dining, the hostel provides a great variety of food options for all tastes.
Transportation options are plentiful, with convenient access to public transit, including taxis and walking routes to nearby sites. The hostel is easily reachable from Hamburg Airport by taxi in about 1 hour 18 minutes or by public transport in 2 hours 14 minutes. The nearby train station allows for quick travel to various locations, and the proximity of major roads makes it a central hub for those wanting to explore the region.
Health and safety are top priorities at DJH Hostel Eckernförde, with measures in place to ensure guests' well-being. The hostel adheres to stringent cleaning standards and offers a smoke-free environment. Guests can rest assured knowing the property is committed to providing a safe and comfortable experience.
Guests staying at DJH Hostel Eckernförde have access to a variety of local attractions and activities. Within a 15-minute walk, you can visit the peaceful Eckernförde Bay, a popular spot for hiking and sailing. The Schlei fjord, with its charming coastal towns and scenic beauty, is a 24-minute drive away, while the Viking Museum Haithabu (22 minutes by car) offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's history. Other nearby attractions include Museum Eckernförde and Gettorf Zoo, a family-friendly destination showcasing over 800 animals.
For dining options, there are several renowned restaurants nearby, including Restaurant Bali (6 minutes by taxi), offering Indonesian cuisine; Land in Sicht Brauhaus (5 minutes by taxi), known for its hearty meals and craft beer; Sri-Thai Eckernförde (1 minute by taxi), serving authentic Thai dishes; Ristorante La Taverna (4 minutes by taxi), for delicious Italian fare; and Jever-Stübchen (8 minutes by taxi), a charming restaurant perfect for enjoying regional dishes.
Whether you're visiting for a relaxing beach getaway or an active adventure, DJH Hostel Eckernförde offers everything you need for an enjoyable stay. The combination of scenic beauty, fun amenities, and convenient location makes it a perfect destination for families, solo travelers, and groups alike. We invite you to experience the warm hospitality and vibrant atmosphere of DJH Hostel Eckernförde, your home away from home on the Baltic Sea.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located just 9 minutes from the Baltic Sea and Eckernförde beach

2. Simple dorms with bunk beds and many rooms offering sea views

3. Variety of activities available, including basketball, volleyball, and table tennis

4. Free parking and easy access to local transportation options

5. Dinner buffet highly praised by guests

6. Laundry facilities, bike storage, and meeting rooms available

7. Kid-friendly with a playground and BBQ area

8. Safe and smoke-free environment with health and safety measures in place

9. Close proximity to key attractions like Eckernförde Bay, Schlei fjord, and Viking Museum Haithabu

10. Nearby restaurants offering a range of cuisines from Indonesian to Italian


8.0 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Eckernförde Bay
15 min
Schlei
24 min
Viking Museum Haithabu
22 min
Museum Eckernförde
6 min
Gettorf Zoo
17 min

Nearest locations

Sri-Thai Eckernförde
1 min
Ristorante La Taverna
4 min
Bistro "Zwischen Wellen"
4 min
Ristorante Bellini Eckernförde
4 min
Land in Sicht Brauhaus
5 min
Restaurant Bali
6 min
Restaurant Dalmacija
7 min
Jever-Stübchen
8 min
See more Interesting locations

Good to know

Location rating8.0
Nearest airportHamburg Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 18 min

Location

Sehestedter Str. 27, 24340 Eckernförde, Germany

Airports:

Hamburg Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 18 min

Transit: 2 hr 14 min

Luebeck

Taxi: 1 hr 35 min

Transit: 3 hr 18 min

Transit:

Admiral-Scheer-Straße - Eckernförde

Walking: 7 min

Eckernförde

Taxi: 5 min

Walking: 20 min

Windebyer Weg - Eckernförde

Walking: 12 min

Berliner Straße - Eckernförde

Walking: 8 min

Auf der Höhe - Eckernförde

Walking: 14 min


Nearby locations

8.0

Excellent Location

A 9-minute walk from a beach and the Baltic Sea, this unassuming youth hostel in a redbrick building is also 1 km from Eckernförde train station and 3 km from Windebyer Noor lake.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Game room

Parking & transportation

Parking

Services

Front desk

Baggage storage

Pets

No pets

Languages spoken

English

German

Accessibility

Not accessible

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Debit cards

Cash

Business & events

Meeting rooms

Food & drink

Buffet dinner

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Bathrooms

Shower in some rooms

Children

Kid-friendly

Activities for kids

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas


Reviews

100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo

7.2

87 reviews

Wonderful
36
Excellent
18
Good
10
Below Average
10
Not Good
13
Cover Image for Blanka Almássy

Blanka Almássy

5/5
I took a group as a bus driver, the place has a wonderful view of the Baltic Sea, I was really sorry that I didn't have time to stay there.

Cover Image for Walter Heinrich

Walter Heinrich

4/5
Some of the rooms are quite small, but it is a youth hostel. However, the breakfast buffet has improved significantly since our last stay 11 years ago. Vegan was still a foreign word back then, but now everyone found something from our veggie group. We found the staff to be friendly and accommodating.The location is ideal for a quick walk to the beach. However, it could get a little louder again when the closure of the railway line is lifted.

Cover Image for Joshua

Joshua

1/5
Too expensive and cheeky staff plus the rooms are too small for the price and WiFi doesn't even work in the rooms, beware of rip-offs and book a hotel for the price

Cover Image for User 81 User 81

User 81 User 81

5/5
We have a double room facing the Baltic Sea, nice view of the water, it's absolutely quiet at night, it was clean, the food was delicious! Staff OK.👍👍

Cover Image for Алена Ветрова

Алена Ветрова

5/5
Everything was great!

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

Cover Image for Mega Oxelot

Mega Oxelot

1/5
I had to pay a fine of €7 because I drank a 0.5 liter Bionade elderberry

Cover Image for Kirsten Ahrens

Kirsten Ahrens

5/5
After a long time, as an oldie, I stopped by a JHB with a friend. Despite the mixed reviews. And we are both absolutely positively surprised when we leave. Wonderfully quiet and yet very central location, great outdoor facilities, a wide range of leisure options. All employees are always friendly, helpful and competent. The rooms and bathrooms are clean and nicely decorated. The house clean and clear. Bicycle cellar available. Breakfast is very rich and varied, if you can't find anything there, you can't help it. So, everything you need. And 10 minutes walk to the beach. What more do you want. We will be back definitely.

Cover Image for Leah Brose

Leah Brose

1/5
All well and good.Except for the train that you heard every hour (even at 3 a.m.). The extremely uncomfortable beds and the non-functional water dispensers. Wouldn't come again. Kind regards

Cover Image for Karin Walde

Karin Walde

5/5
We booked the youth hostel for our family reunion at the beginning of May this year. Thanks to the staff, it was a really nice event and all 39 people in our family felt very comfortable! Jennifer and Gregor, the hostel parents, always tried to fulfill our special requests! The breakfast was always very rich, there was something for each of us, and we were also allowed to prepare packed lunches for the day. For dinner there were lots of vegetables and always a warm dish. At the end of the meeting we had a barbecue and it was a sumptuous meal with salads, steaks, bratwursts (even vegetarian sausages if requested).A big thank you from all of us and an honest recommendation of this youth hostel!

Cover Image for E S

E S

1/5
Rooms dirty and mold everywhere.Toilets and showers very old and unfortunately also very dirty.The food is just disgusting.The youth hostel should be renovated or closed.Never this youth hostel again.Really not recommended.And the hostel parents are so unfriendly. Simply impossible...