In the heart of Würzburg City Centre, Babelfish Hostel offers a welcoming atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and library. Guests can unwind at the bar, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or enjoy barbecue grills on-site. Previous guests have praised the unique location.
Wurzburg (QWU-Wurzburg Central Train Station) - 3 min walk
Würzburg-Süd Station - 24 min walk
Würzburg East Central Station Tram Stop - 1 min walk
Würzburg West Central Station Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Restaurants
Istanbul - Kebap bei Ali Baba - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Juliusspital Bäckerei - 6 min walk
Basecoffee - 8 min walk
Koer - 6 min walk
About this property
Babelfish Hostel
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Babelfish Hostel. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Public transportation is just a short walk: Würzburg East Central Station Tram Stop is steps away and Würzburg West Central Station Tram Stop is 2 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–11:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Rooftop terrace
Library
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 7.90 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Does Babelfish Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Babelfish Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Babelfish Hostel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Babelfish Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Babelfish Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Babelfish Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Babelfish Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around Babelfish Hostel like?
Babelfish Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Würzburg East Central Station Tram Stop and 6 minutes' walk from Juliusspital.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Super Location close to train station. Walkable to all of the sights.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2023
Excellent Location.
Regiane
Regiane, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 26, 2024
Good location
The location is very near to the station. The price is little expensive.
Yee Kwan
Yee Kwan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
5 stars hostel
I never expected that hostel gonna hold so high level of professionalism. Clean room, safety, breakfast, friendly employees in addition great location
borivoje
borivoje, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
We had the private room and private bathroom, so it was more like a quirky little hotel for us. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. It’s conveniently located near shops, restaurants, the river and across from the train station where there’s a huge parking garage. Staff are really nice I left my necklace in the room when we checked out. I called the front desk and she got it for me within a few minutes.
sonya
sonya, 3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
May 24, 2024
Terrible price to quality ratio
We have stayed in hostels (double rooms with en-suite) many times and have had great experiences. Here, not so much. Firstly, location good, great view of the station. Check in was friendly and charming. But the room, basically it needed gutting and a complete refurbishment! Sofa and mattresses were old and stained; we know this because we had to make our own beds, a first for us! Furniture tatty, paint peeling, the single towel thin and rough. It wasn't even cheap, if you are considering paying this sort of money do yourself a favour and check in to a proper hotel!
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2023
This hostel is literally right across the street from the train station. This was our first stop on our trip and after traveling for 12 hours and getting hit hard by jet lag, we were so happy with this location. We were much earlier than we expected to be and the staff was very accommodating. They let us leave our heavy bags with them so we could walk around and explore the city without all of our gear until check in. We opted for the patio room since we knew we would be exhausted from travel and want some quiet space to decompress. It was clean and comfortable. We didn't use the small kitchen in the room but it was nice to have available.
The only negative was we were awoken in the middle of the night by people literally shouting and singing at the top of their lungs nearby. It didn't sound or appear to come from people at the hostel itself but it was certainly a trade off for the convenient location. We would stay here again if we returned to the city.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2022
Solides Hostel
Darius
Darius, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2023
Nice hippie vibe but still efficient
Lewis
Lewis, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2023
All very good.
Guillermo
Guillermo, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2024
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Ulrich
Ulrich, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2023
Fantastic stay
Had a great stay in this clean and easy to find Hostel opposite the train station with other transport links nearby and all the major sights walkable.
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
There is plenty of space in the room with lockers and hangers for clothes. The rooms and hostel are cleaned daily too.
There is a nice sized fully equipped kitchen for cooking. A breakfast is available for 7 euros between 8-12 am which is very nice.
The one negative is if you do not have an ensuite bathroom there are two mens showers and three separate mixed toilets.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
Everything is nice and convenient about babelfish hostel .
Only bad thing was that i got a parking ticket after 2 minutes of stopping the car on the sidewalk in front of the hotel door while i was already inside to check in and my family was still in the car. It didn't matter when we explained the cop that we were going to move the car immediately and skip unloading for the time being.
Eugen
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2022
No trash can, very slow drain in the bathtub drainage, people besides my room smokes when it is hot outside and no AC I have to rely on opening window. You also need to make a bed yourself. The reception desk no body from 2-5pm. I arrived a bit early than 2 so catch the staff there. No headboard in bed; and there's black stuff on the wall. It is simply disgusting for this price! I will never recommend anyone come to here.
Yezhou
Yezhou, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2023
Unique young vibe
The concept of the hostel is pretty young and energetic. It encourages young people to travel and to meet others. The shared area: kitchen, dining, common room is quite a relaxing vibe. On the wall, there’s every detail of the hostel own style of deco and design.
Breakfast offered was healthy and delicate. I like that it does not have the big chain business style but unique and refreshing.
Everything ( cleaningness, tidiness, deco, bathroom) was good. Overall it was a pleasant journey.
The only problem was you never know what people you would bump into in the hostel. When we stayed at the hostel, the last day we bumped into a rather old man and he seems a bit sick or in obesity. It’s not that I discriminate old people staying in hostel but it’s just generally hostel would not let in people older than 45 for their health concern. After all, if something happened to them (climbing the bunk bed), it may be a great risk…
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2026
Das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend, das Zimmer war in Ordnung
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2026
Hat perfekt gepasst, aber
die Matratze war zu weich
Markus
Markus, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Das Zimmer war sehr geräumig und sauber, das Bett hatte eine sehr gute Matratze
Beate
Beate, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 29, 2025
Sauberes Zimmer, hat leider etwas nach Asiatischem Essen gerochen was nicht weg ging, einfacher Check in und out
Katja
Katja, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Thanks for the Babelfish
Ich mag das Hostel. Ist halt etwas rustikal im Vergleich zum Hotel, aber ich würde jederzeit wieder einchecken, wenn ich in Würzburg bin.
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 26, 2025
Mycket enkelt och man fick både bädda själv och ta undan lakanen på morgonen. Vi önskade byta en kudde men det gick inte och glutenfri frukost kunde inte beställas. Men det låg iallafall nära tågstationen.
Mikael
Mikael, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Tschüss und danke für den Babelfisch
Ich bin jetzt zum zweiten Mal hier und fühle mich sehr wohl in meinem Zimmer. Das Hostel ist leicht von Bahnhof zu erreichen, ist trotzdem ruhig mit sehr nettem Personal, für mich ist es auch diesmal ideal.
gelegen an einer Hauptstraße, bis nach Mitternacht sehr lauter Straßenlärm Verursacht durch Motorräder und auch Poser
Werner
Werner, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jun 16, 2025
Gebucht für 2 Personen, jedoch war gesamte Bettwäsche nur für 1 P bereitgelegt und nicht bezogen. Badezimmerfußboden und Zimmerfußboden recht schmutzig. Das Frühstück war okay für den Preis.