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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its historic sites, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Lotte Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Heidelberg Castle. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a computer station, as well as a library. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Eazy Hostel Heidelberg - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Heidelberg is 29 inches.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to check out the area around Heidelberg. Get out into nature with places like Neckarwiese, Heidelberg Castle Garden, and Bonsai Center. Cultural attractions include Körperwelten Museum, Kurpfälzisches Museum, and Heidelberg Theater and Orchestra. Visit landmarks like Heidelberg University Library, Heidelberg Student Jail, and Church of the Holy Spirit.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Heidelberg on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Mannheim (MHG), 9 mi (14.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which is 44.7 mi (71.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Local metro stations include Heidelberg Seegarten Tram Stop and Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Heidelberg-Weststadt/Südstadt S-Bahn, Heidelberg Central Station, or Heidelberg-Altstadt Station.