About this property
Situated directly on the River Main, this youth hostel has great panoramic views of Frankfurt’s skyline. Haus der Jugend offers a 24-hour reception and relaxing inner courtyard. The bright dorm-rooms all have private shower and toilet. A buffet breakfast is provided each morning, and buffets are also available for lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy snacks and drinks in the Backpackers Inn café, while admiring the views of the Main and central Frankfurt. Haus der Jugend is located in the vibrant Sachsenhausen district, just a 15-minute walk from Frankfurt’s Old Town and the Museumsufer (museum mile). Frankensteiner Platz tram stop is just 50 metres from the hostel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Lift
- Garden
- Free cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vogel
France“Both the welcome and the food -breakfast was outstanding- and so nice so close to the river and the city” - Ben
United Kingdom“Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Room was basic but nice” - Mathilda
Sweden“Loved the place! Amazing staff! Loved the breakfast area as well as the breakfast that was served. Nice rooms with everything you could need.” 
Rafael
Germany“We only slept for one night with the family, with a late check in, and earlier check out, personal was friendly, breakfast was reasonable okay for the price, I would come back.”- Carine
Switzerland“It was an amazing hostel with a fabulous breakfast” - Maymouna France“We feel really welcome, my train was late so I arrived late and they were super nice! The room are spacious and the bath and toilets super clean! Breakfast is huge!”
- Lajabib
Spain“Very convenient , clean in a very good location and a very good breakfast and the staff was helpful” - Biswanath
India“The place was awesome. I loved the view from the window. I’d recommend this to everyone” - Katherine
Russia“Great breakfast, delicious dinners, very kind helpful receptionists! Nice location not far from the centre and right by the river, good for runs. The bed was quite comfortable, very clean bathroom, though no soap or towels so bring yours.” - Zhenghao France“Nice breakfast, Nice staff, and nice location, I also met some interesting people there”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests must be a member of the International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF) or Deutsches Jugendherbergswerk. A valid youth hostel membership card is required to stay at the property, which can also still be purchased on arrival. For guests residing abroad it costs EUR 3.50 per night, German tourists will be charged between EUR 3.50 - 22.50.
These charges are not included in the room rate.
Guests planning to arrive after 18:00 should contact the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. There is no access to the hostel between 02:00 and 06:00 as it is closed.
Please inform Jugendherberge Frankfurt - Haus der Jugend in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
