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This family-run property offers cottages and rooms with free WiFi and parking. It is a 10-minute tram ride from Gothenburg Central Station. Liseberg Theme Park is within 15 minutes’ drive.

4 bed room with bathroom ideal for family
Review score
8.4
Very good
1,714 reviews
Price from
£45.30
1 night, 2 adults

This centrally located Gothenburg hostel is across from Slottsskogen Park and the Linnéplatsen bus and tram stops. It offers free Wi-Fi, a communal kitchen and fresh, modern rooms.

Such a lovely place.. felt like a hotel!
Review score
8.6
Fabulous
1,871 reviews
Price from
£46.47
1 night, 2 adults

Slottsskogens Hostel is in the Linnéstaden district of central Gothenburg. It offers free WiFi and rooms with a TV, seating area and shared bathroom facilities. Bed linen is also included in each...

Clean beds and quiet location but minutes away from tram so I was able to travel into town.
Review score
8.2
Very good
1,892 reviews
Price from
£43.74
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Gothenburg’s Linnéstaden district, this hostel offers brightly decorated rooms with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi access. Slottsskogen Park is a 2-minute walk away.

I really enjoyed my stay in this Hostel. Very nice place, clean and friendly staff. I would recommend staying there for my friends who planned to visit Göteborg.
Review score
8.4
Very good
1,337 reviews
Price from
£43.74
1 night, 2 adults

Situated 3 minutes’ walk from the Stigbergstorget Tram Stop, this eco-friendly hostel is a 14-minute tram ride from Gothenburg Central Station.

People there were social, but also happy to give space. Brilliant location in a safe area, close to public transport. Very clean.
Review score
8.5
Very good
2,072 reviews
Price from
£38.66
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently located a 5-minute tram ride from Gothenburg Central Station, this hostel offers free WiFi and rooms with cable TV. Hjalmarbrantingsplatsen Tram Stop is 450 metres away.

Really great family room and very clean kitchen and dining area, fully stocked with needed utensils.
Review score
8.7
Fabulous
1,046 reviews
Price from
£53.89
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally situated in the Örgryte - Härlanda district of Gothenburg, Lisebergsbyns Vandrarhem is situated 3.5 km from Scandinavium, 3.6 km from Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre and 4.4 km from...

Easy location with the a tram stop close by, good value for your money. Bunk beds are not very wide, but have good matresses.
Review score
8.1
Very good
173 reviews
Price from
£52.33
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally set in the Lundby district of Gothenburg, Office Motel is located 5 km from Slottsskogen, 5.7 km from Liseberg and 5.9 km from Scandinavium.

Really peaceful place ,the beds are so comfortable, warm rooms, with alot of space, clean and with natural light . It’s a good place to go! Valentin it’s really good person !
Review score
8.1
Very good
91 reviews
Price from
£49.46
1 night, 2 adults

This central Gothenburg hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Järntorget Square and the historic, picturesque Haga district.

The location is 5 minutes from Stena Line, close to tram stop and in walking distance from Järntorget. Cleaning was pretty good.
Review score
7.5
Good
1,038 reviews
Price from
£42.42
1 night, 2 adults

Linné Hostel is located within the Linnéstaden district of central Gothenburg. It offers a communal kitchen with a stovetop and a fridge. Free WiFi is available.

The property is well located close to bus,trams and supermarket was right in front of it invade we need to get something in time…
Review score
6.4
Pleasant
2,001 reviews
Price from
£38.97
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 1,871 reviews

    This centrally located Gothenburg hostel is across from Slottsskogen Park and the Linnéplatsen bus and tram stops. It offers free Wi-Fi, a communal kitchen and fresh, modern rooms.

    Guest review
    Very clean & modern kitchen facilities were great
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,714 reviews

    This family-run property offers cottages and rooms with free WiFi and parking. It is a 10-minute tram ride from Gothenburg Central Station. Liseberg Theme Park is within 15 minutes’ drive.

    Guest review
    Really nice an cozy place. Music in the bathroom.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 1,046 reviews

    Conveniently located a 5-minute tram ride from Gothenburg Central Station, this hostel offers free WiFi and rooms with cable TV. Hjalmarbrantingsplatsen Tram Stop is 450 metres away.

    Guest review
    Cleanliness and the very useful kitchen facilities
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 1,892 reviews

    Slottsskogens Hostel is in the Linnéstaden district of central Gothenburg. It offers free WiFi and rooms with a TV, seating area and shared bathroom facilities.

    Guest review
    staff was great. location & atmosphere was amazing too.
  • Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 173 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Örgryte - Härlanda district of Gothenburg, Lisebergsbyns Vandrarhem is situated 3.5 km from Scandinavium, 3.6 km from Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre and 4.4 km from...

    Guest review
    The hostel was modern, clean, quiet and comfortable.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 91 reviews

    Ideally set in the Lundby district of Gothenburg, Office Motel is located 5 km from Slottsskogen, 5.7 km from Liseberg and 5.9 km from Scandinavium.

    Guest review
    The owner was such a kind gentleman. He even gave me his charger as mine stopped working.
  • Review score
    7.5
    Good · 1,038 reviews

    This central Gothenburg hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Järntorget Square and the historic, picturesque Haga district.

    Guest review
    Very close to the city center, clean and great value for money.
  • Review score
    6.4
    Pleasant · 2,001 reviews

    Linné Hostel is located within the Linnéstaden district of central Gothenburg. It offers a communal kitchen with a stovetop and a fridge. Free WiFi is available.

    Guest review
    All the services included where efficient, and the sccces was pretty easy

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  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,337 reviews
    Amazing hostel! So clean and well maintained! Lovely dorm and social area. The best hostel kitchen I’ve seen to date! Fantastic staff that were so friendly and welcoming. Comfy beds and modern interior throughout. Massive lockers. Lots of events hosted by the hostel and the information pack about Gothenburg was a wonderful addition! Tasty breakfast with a wide selection of food! Would definitely stay here again!
    Guest review by
    Isaac
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £100.75
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 2,339 reviews
    Great location if you need to go to Lundby. Relatively cheap hotel for good breakfast and rooms. Some rooms have a great view of the water.
    Guest review by
    Olof
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.77
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 2,072 reviews
    Not the first time I stayed here, and perhaps not the last. Of course it's a simple hostel, situated in a historic building, yet it's charming, taken care of and with everything you need for a budget stay. Located a bit outside the city center, with a tram stop and shops just around the corner. STF Hostels are always a good option when in Sweden.
    Guest review by
    Matthias
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.77
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 2,072 reviews
    Very clean, which certainly isn’t the case in all hostels! The dormitory room also had a lot of floor space which was nice. It’s a bit far from the centre of town but I think that’s actually a good thing, the hostel is in a really nice area so you see more of the ‘real’ Gothenburg, not just the tourist stuff.
    Guest review by
    Ursy
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,337 reviews
    This accomodation was very clean and modern. Located in a very calm neighbourhood and only a few minutes from the bus stop, the location was more than satisfactory. Additionally, the rooms were clean and with a safety lockers and the kitchen well equipped. Compared to other hostels, this one had a lot of bathrooms and toilets so you did not have to wait to shower. The breakfast was tasty with a wide choice of food. The Hostel also offers the free walking tour and you can buy some souvenirs at the information desk.
    Guest review by
    Júlia
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,337 reviews
    Definitely the one of the best hostels ive stayed at! The staff were so lovely and there were regular social events planned. The kitchen was a really lovely area to meet people in and the rooms and bathrooms were very clean :)
    Guest review by
    Elisabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £52.33
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 173 reviews
    Perfect for a safe, comfortable and cheap stay as students to explore the city
    Guest review by
    Katie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £89.82
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 2,504 reviews
    The hotel was spotless and cosy. Room was a little small for 4 adults as it had bunk beds but it was clean and comfortable. The staff were lovely and helpful, especially Magdalena she was amazing. Super friendly and welcoming and provided us with local information. Breakfast was also very tasty with a good selection. Overall would definitely recommend for a budget hotel in a great location.
    Guest review by
    Jodie
    Group
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 1,046 reviews
    - Great location and the area seems safe. - Very quiet at night. It's a small hostel. - Willys supermarket is right across the street from the hostel, open until 9pm. - This place is probably best for a stay of just one or two nights, in my opinion.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    Solo traveller

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