The city of Bruges is just a beauty. Its medieval buildings, canals and cobblestone streets have stories that date back centuries. The city stands as one of the most well preserved medieval cities in Europe. It is the capital of West Flanders province and a major destination for tourists from all over the world. It has maintained its cultural aesthetic value that has refused to wither even with radical urbanization and industrial development. Bruges is a great place and it’s also rich in cultural and historic attractions to marvel at. If in town for a while, then a place to stay is crucial for you. Take a moment and check out this list of the best hostels in Bruges, for a pocket-friendly vacation. Read on to find out more.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Snuffel Hostel (from USD 22)
Snuffel Hostel provides you with cozy, modern rooms for your accommodation. The hostel features a bar, interior garden and terrace. Guests are provided with breakfast in the morning and are free to use the shared kitchen. The shared living area is free for use by all. Other highlights include access to free WiFi, a luggage storage facility is available and you can also rent a bike if you would like to explore the city. The hostel is also closely located near top attractions like Belfry of Bruges - the medieval bell tower located at the center of the city- and also The Fries Museum.
Snuffel Hostel
Address: Ezelstraat 42
710 meters (0.5 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
2. Hostel Gran Kaffee Passage (from USD 124)
Hostel Gran Kaffee Passage is located at the heart of Bruges. Rooms at the hostel come with a private entrance and they have a shared bathroom. However, all the rooms have a small seating area and they offer a high-speed WiFi connection. The large windows bring in plenty of natural light inside the rooms. Enjoy drinks and cocktails at the bar or grab a bite at the on-site restaurant. Bruges Concert Hall and Belfry of Bruges are minutes away from the hostel, meaning you can indulge in touring the surrounding attractions nearby.
Tip from tour guide
Planning to stay at this property for your Bruges holiday? Be sure to visit Huiz Perez de Malvenda, a short 10-minute ride away from here. When travellers visit Bruges, they always admire this beautiful 15th-16th century Gothic house from the Rozenhoedkaai. It is commonly known as “The House of Perez de Malvenda”. Juan Perez de Malvenda (or Maluenda) was an alderman, mayor of Bruges, and an important patron of the city’s heritage. Here are some curiosities about his life:
1. Actually, that house belonged to his brother-in-law, Jacob de Chantraines. So… it should actually be called “The House of Chantraines.”
2. His father, Diego, moved from Burgos (Spain) to Bruges as a consul. Juan was therefore born in Bruges.
3. His brother, Antoine, was a canon of the now-destroyed cathedral of St. Donatian.
4. At a difficult time during the war of religions, Bruges had a largely Calvinist city council (1578). In order to save the famous relic of the Holy Blood, Juan collected the relic from the church of St. Basil, put it in several boxes, and buried it in the garden of his house. Six years later, when Bruges came under Spanish rule, he returned the relic to the bishop of the city.
5. He did not remain a Spanish citizen, as he preferred to be legally considered a citizen of Bruges.
Gran Hotel De Passage
Address: Dweersstraat 26
452 meters (0.3 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
3. Hostel Lybeer Private Rooms just for two (from USD 110)
Reasonably priced private rooms with clean, new bathrooms and comfortable beds. Accessible bar prices and well-equipped kitchen.
Convenient location with easy walking access from the train station. Accessible storage for luggage and free tea and coffee available. Clean and cozy living room for guests to use.
Perfect location between the train station and the city center, walking distance to must-see places. Very nice neighborhood and central location near restaurants and sightseeing.
Tasty breakfast proposal nearby, accessible bar prices, and equipped kitchen with fridge. Friendly and helpful staff with good recommendations for nearby restaurants.
Check out this exquisite accommodation just for two, located at the center of Bruges. The newly renovated rooms provide private bathrooms to ensure your privacy, the finest of linens for bedding, and high-end beds. Hostel Lybeer offers a lounge room and a bar from where the best cocktails and drinks are served. The room accommodates only two guests and is, therefore, best suited for couples. You can whip up a meal in the shared kitchen, or engage in the activities hosted at the hostel such as beer tasting, karaoke night, and a pub-quiz.
Hostel Lybeer Bruges
Address: Korte Vuldersstraat 31
533 meters (0.4 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
4. Hostel Lybeer Bruges (from USD 36)
Great value for money with affordable rates and free luggage storage.
Comfortable beds, clean facilities, and a lively common area with a bar, games, and team-building activities.
Conveniently situated in the heart of Bruges, close to the train station and major attractions.
Enjoy a variety of beverages at the bar, free coffee and tea, and special events like beer tasting and waffle making.
Hostel Lybeer Bruges, located at the center of Bruges, offers a lounge room and a bar from where you can enjoy the best cocktails and drinks. It provides accommodation options consisting of newly renovated guest rooms with high-quality bedding, beds and a clean shared bathroom. You can whip up a meal in the shared kitchen, or engage in the daily activities organized at the hostel such as beer tasting, karaoke night, and a pub-quiz. You can also decide and tour the Market Square or Belfry Tower just a few minutes away from the accommodation.
Hostel Lybeer Bruges
Address: Korte Vuldersstraat 31
533 meters (0.4 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
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5. Hostel Europa (from USD 34)
Great value for money, low price compared to other hotels in the area, included breakfast
Friendly staff, clean facilities, spacious rooms, free parking, bar on site
Walking distance to city center, close to train station, quiet area, easy access to attractions
Decent breakfast included, good options, satisfying, but could be more diverse
Hostel Europa is an excellent choice for accommodation while in Bruges. It is both posh and uniquely simplistic. It offers free private parking, a shared lounge with WiFi access coverage and a breakfast buffet in the morning. The hostel features an on-site bar with your favorite craft beer among other drinks and cocktails available. Also available, is the entertainment section where you can enjoy yourself or play table tennis, and if you enjoy the outdoor scenery, there are several bikes available for hire provided at the hostel. It is also conveniently located near all of Bruges’ main tourist attractions which are just a few minutes’ walk away.
Hostel Europa
Address: Baron Ruzettelaan 143
1.63 km (1.1 mi) from Belfry of Bruges
6. Charlie Rockets Youth Hostel (from USD 27)
Charlie Rockets Youth Hostel is located near Market Square. Its accommodation is simple and elegant, offering shared bathroom facilities for its guests. With 24-hour reception offered, the hotel ensures your queries and needs are met at all times. The bar is a hotspot for youth, while the restaurant is a magnet for foodies. The hostel features free Wi-Fi access to guests in most of the public spaces on the premises. Guests can participate in fun games with billiards and dart games available, ensuring your stay is as fun and enjoyable as possible. Explore the attractions nearby such as Belfry Tower and Market Square.
Charlie Rockets Youth Hostel
Address: Hoogstraat 19
349 meters (0.3 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
7. Herdersbrug Hostel (from USD 28)
Enjoy your holiday at the stunning Herdersbrug Hostel with your family or if you are traveling in a large group. The spacious accommodation is a six-bedroom property on the banks of a canal, with access to WiFi throughout the premises, and a terrace from where you can enjoy the sunset. Surrounded by the Flemish countryside and unobstructed picturesque views, this mega accommodation gives you private rooms, each with a private bathroom and toilet, spacious beds, and the accommodation also has a dormitory with 10 beds.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
free wifi & parkingthe dorms were nice we had a 6 room dormwe had a 6 bed room to ourselves which was really goodCleanliness:
it was very clean and very correctnice clean hostel with nice breakfastthe place is nice and cleanbathroom and shower room were cleanthe place is very clean and suraunding is just beautifulHost:
the staff is very nicehost was very helpfulthe host was very kindvery amicable staff helpful & supportivevery thankful to the staff at herdersburgRead more reviewsLocation:
it was far from the centre but easy to get there by busif you need a cheap place near bruges it's ok :)herdersbrug hostel is set on a wonderful locationthe beautiful location makes it a great choicewould recommend as a place to stay nearby to brugge
8. Private twin ensuite (from USD 74)
Enjoy your stay in Bruges in this step-gable house. The twin ensuite offers you fresh linens and a private bathroom. It’s clean and elegantly decorated with stunning wallpaper paintings. A breakfast buffet is offered at affordable prices. Enjoy a taste of your favorite craft beer at the Belgian pub located downstairs, and also order some delicious food to go with the drinks. Book a bike at the reception and plan to explore the beauty and historic attractions of Bruges such as Minnewater Lake, chocolate shops and Rozenhoedkaai. The friendly reception can help you plan your city tour. You will love your stay here!
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
water cooker and some powder-coffee and tea in our room (2 person separate bed) was a pleasant surprisebeds were hard but good enoughthe room is nicely equipped with necessities quiet and spaciousCleanliness:
the room is clean and simpleclean and good locationour private room was clean quite and good for restingthe apartments are in a separate building and bare bones but very quiet and cleanHost:
host was very friendly with explanation about car parkRead more reviewsLocation:
good location to go downtownwould recommend it only 15 minute walk from the center marketeverything was good good location 6-7min from real heart of centervery youthful feeling hostel just a few minutes walk from the city centerthe location is good and the rooms are clean
9. St Christopher's Inn Hostel at The Bauhaus (from USD 21)
Located at the center of Bruges is St Christopher’s Inn Hostel. The hostel offers unique bed space accommodation for guests in town. You are provided with well-furnished rooms with bunk beds, and a shared bathroom. The hostel offers free hiking tours and with this, free city maps are also provided. In the morning, grab a bite of the breakfast buffet options provided by the hostel, and in the evening, you can catch your favorite game at the Bauhaus bar while you enjoy some of the bar’s craft beers and pizzas. Nearby, you will find Bruges’ top attractions with the Belfry of Bruges and Groeninge Museum just a walking distance away.
St Christopher's Inn Hostel at The Bauhaus
Address: Langestraat 133-137
975 meters (0.7 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
10. Hostel 28 (from USD 133)
Get the best experience of the city of Bruges while staying in one of the best budget accommodations provided. Hostel 28 is located at the center of the historic city of Bruges and it is a stylish hostel with unique antique furniture smartly arranged in each guest room. Enjoy free WiFi access as well as public parking near the property. In each room, there is a small seating area provided. You will also be spoilt for choice of where to have refreshments with several restaurants and cafes available within the apartments. The historic Groeninge Museum is just a few minutes’ walk away.
D 28
Address: Dweersstraat 28
457 meters (0.3 ft) from Belfry of Bruges
A historic picturesque town
Bruges is a historic picturesque town and that explains why tourists throng the city alleys and centers every single day. The medieval town also has great food restaurants and options for places to enjoy a nice cold beer. The charm it has is inexplicable. It has so much to offer for those looking for culture, history, food and everything else in between. If you are looking for where to stay while in Bruges, then check out these top accommodations and be sure to book early to avoid being inconvenienced.
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