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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.

Clean, friendly staff, free parking and convenience with public transportation to town center.
Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,713 reviews
Price from
$57.65
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.

The pillows were stunning
Review score
8.6
Excellent
1,869 reviews
Price from
$59.14
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...

Ambience
Review score
8.2
Very Good
1,894 reviews
Price from
$55.66
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'd definitely stay here again! I was in a 6-bed dorm with friendly roommates. There were tons of toilets and showers right across the hall, and they were quite clean. A well-equipped kitchen with lots of fridge space was right down the hall. It was part of a big room with tables and couches to hang out, eat, or charge your electronics. There was really anything you could need. I found this to be the most comfortable bed on my trip to Sweden, when I stayed in three hostels. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Check-out was very easy, all you do is pop your keycard in the slot in the lobby. The hostel is <5-minute walk from a tram with a direct connection to the main train station.
Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,339 reviews
Price from
$55.66
1 night, 2 adults

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

The room was super clean and the breakfast was nice! I loved the location and the facility was nice and quiet.
Review score
8.5
Very Good
2,074 reviews
Price from
$49.20
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 1476 feet away.

Simple and convenient hostel not far from the city center. Great for just getting a place to sleep!
Review score
8.7
Excellent
1,046 reviews
Price from
$68.58
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally set in the Örgryte-Härlanda district of Gothenburg, Lisebergsbyns Vandrarhem is located 2.2 miles from Scandinavium, 2.2 miles from Gotheburg Convention Center and 2.7 miles from Gothenburg...

The location is excellent, close to tram, and the ambient is so cozy! Nature and fairy lights everywhere! The place is mostly quiet, the room is tiny but functional, there is a kitchen also if anyone needs. The heating was also excellent.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
173 reviews
Price from
$66.59
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally located in the Lundby district of Gothenburg, Office Motel is located 3.1 miles from Nordstan Shopping Mall, 3.1 miles from Slottsskogen Park and 3.5 miles from Liseberg Amusement Park.

The property is great, very minimalist and clean, well organized.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
90 reviews
Price from
$62.94
1 night, 2 adults

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

Very good value, clean rooms, very good location. Great stuff and communication. We arrived morning before check-inn. We could use 3 rooms to put the bags for whole big group
Review score
7.5
Good
1,038 reviews
Price from
$53.98
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.

Location , free wifi, cost value
Review score
6.4
Pleasant
2,001 reviews
Price from
$49.60
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,869 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.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 2,074 reviews

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

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,713 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.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 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 1476 feet away.

  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 1,894 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.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 173 reviews

    Ideally set in the Örgryte-Härlanda district of Gothenburg, Lisebergsbyns Vandrarhem is located 2.2 miles from Scandinavium, 2.2 miles from Gotheburg Convention Center and 2.7 miles from Gothenburg...

    Guest review
    The location is excellent, close to tram, and the ambient is so cozy! Nature and fairy lights everywhere! The place is mostly quiet, the room is tiny but functional, there is a kitchen also if anyone needs. The heating was also excellent.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 90 reviews

    Ideally located in the Lundby district of Gothenburg, Office Motel is located 3.1 miles from Nordstan Shopping Mall, 3.1 miles from Slottsskogen Park and 3.5 miles from Liseberg Amusement Park.

    Guest review
    The property is great, very minimalist and clean, well organized.
  • 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.

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  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,339 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $128.21
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 2,338 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.88
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 2,074 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.88
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 2,074 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 traveler
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,339 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 traveler
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,339 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $66.59
    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: $114.30
    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
    Excellent · 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 traveler

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