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Our top choices for Mechelen hostels

Food and drink
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center

The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
2.0 star property
Lower Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (118)
"clean and quiet little hostal , location is premium since is walkable to Grand Place and surroundings. "
Canada
Iris
The price is AED 325
AED 423 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 January 2026
The Legacy by 2GO4 City Center
Bar (on property)
Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place
2.0 star property
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69)
"Location was perfect. The room was clean and staff was very nice! Highly recommend this place!"
United States
Camille
The price is AED 315
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
Latroupe Grand Place
Lobby lounge
Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel

Sleep Well Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (435)
"I stayed in the pod. It was compact which was lovely for Solo traveler."
United States
Jonathan
The price is AED 285
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2026
Sleep Well Youth Hostel
Buffet
Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel

Génération Europe Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (170)
"The breakfast was really good! "
Mexico
Obed
The price is AED 244
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 January 2026
Génération Europe Youth Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 7.50 per person)
Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel

Leuven City Hostel
Leuven
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (31)
"Great place to stay.. Close to the town centre.. "
United Kingdom
A C
The price is AED 257
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 January 2026
Leuven City Hostel
Terrace/patio
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Upper Town
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (180)
"Very friendly staff, nice bar area with activities. Very comfortable beds. During our visit there was an ongoing renevation in progress so it will be even nicer in the future."
Finland
Ossi
The price is AED 262
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
Front of property
BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel

BRXXXL5 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (489)
"Amazing value for money, clean spacious dorm room and super clean bathroom"
Netherlands
UZAIR
The price is AED 270
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
BRXXXL5 - Hostel
Lobby lounge
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel

Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
2.0 star property
Oudergem
7.4 out of 10, Good, (64)
"Nice room, extremely close to Sonian forest, lot's of facilities. Clean and quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Ethan
The price is AED 282
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
Auberge des 3 Fontaines - Hostel
Interior detail
Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh

Hostel van Gogh
2.5 star property
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
7.8 out of 10, Good, (59)
"Lovely"
United States
Sulaiman
The price is AED 336
AED 379 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Hostel van Gogh
Dining
Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel

Urban City Centre Hostel
2.0 star property
Lower Town
6.8 out of 10, (180)
"Simple rooms in average hostel. Walkable area close to city centre. Affordable. "
United States
Louis
The price is AED 225
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
Urban City Centre Hostel
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Top Mechelen Hotel Reviews

Thon Hotel EU

Thon Hotel EU

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, and staff. Everything was clean"
Adelaida 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Thon Hotel EU

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Mechelen?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: The Hotel - 14.3 mi (23 km) from the heart of Mechelen. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Thomas Tram Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Mechelen?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Mechelen is 30 inches.
What is there to see and do in Mechelen?
Overall, Mechelen is known for its museums, historical sites, and churches. Major attractions include La Grand Place. Get out into nature with places like De Nekker, Vrijbroek Park, and Hondenlosloopweide Hombeek. Cultural attractions include Technopolis, Mechelen City Theater, and Cultural Center Mechelen.
What's the best way to get to and around Mechelen while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Mechelen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Brussels Airport (BRU), located 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from the city center. An alternative is Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), located 11.2 mi (18 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To see more of the area, catch a train at Mechelen Nekkerspoel Station, Mechelen Station, or Mechelen (ZGP-Mechelen Train Station).