Reviews of Five Elements Hostel and Capsules Frankfurt This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
Moselstraße 40, Bahnhofsviertel, 60329 Frankfurt/Main, Germany
#190 of 242 hotels in Frankfurt/Main
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 2112 hostel reviews
7.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
7.5
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Comfort
7.3
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Location
6.7
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Facilities
7.5
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Staff
8.3
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Value for money
7.8
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Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 6 June 2022
Adam
Poland22 reviews4 helpful votes7.0“Suprisingly nice place”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
I went to hostel when there was a change of staff at the reception, It definitely took too long so I had to wait around 15 minutes for check-in. Hostel is located not so nice surrounding - night clubs, pubs and so on. But lucky for me, it was quiet in the room.
Nice room, well equipped kitchen. No problems with early check-out. Good quality/price ratio.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 31 May 2022
Paulo
Brazil68 reviews9 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (3 Adults) with Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very noisy neighborhood.
Nice lounge with bar, good toilets and rooms
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 30 May 2022
Erncn11
Germany20 reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Nice place to stay 1-2 nights.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
Even though the location is near to Haptbahnhof, it was so loudly because it was surrounded by clubs, pubs, homeless, and prostitutes.
Location is nice since it is near to Haptbahnhof. I have not had breakfast. I like the common room, and it turns to a pub at night.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 25 May 2022
Luis
Canada31 reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It’s located in the red light district. Lots of junkies around if you want to go anywhere.
Very close to the Central Station
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 24 May 2022
Andreaspaul
Denmark41 reviews8 helpful votes7.0“Great place but to much light”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (8 adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The lights in the rooms are much to bright and there is no shielding from the lights from the other beds. If you get a top bed, you need blinders or something.
Staff was great the location is perfect 5min from the station. Lounge is nice and there is options to play pool downstairs.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 22 May 2022
Felipe
Brazil20 reviews11 helpful votes6.0“cheap and well located but too noisy street”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (8 adults)
- • Stayed 7 nights
noise in the streeets and smalll number of toilets
Good place to stay for a short stay but too, too noisy
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 21 May 2022
Paula
France1 review7.0“nice place where to stay close to the train station with an affordable price”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (8 adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
it would be cool to have more than 1 only shower . but it's not a big deal.
the reception guy was wonderfull, nothing compares with a smile and good vibe.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 21 May 2022
Rcand
United Kingdom22 reviews1 helpful vote6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Noisy at night. On the red light district area
Walking distance to train station
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 20 May 2022
Wenqi
Singapore7 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Street a bit chaotic at night. Needed ear plugs to go to sleep quietly.
Value for budget. Got free dinner one day. Staff friendly and helpful. 24 hour reception. Very close to central train station.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 17 May 2022
Gabriel
Canada3 reviews6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (8 adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very noisy neighborhood
Convenient location
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 16 May 2022
Audrey
France1 review7.0“Great place for a quick stay”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Basic Twin Room - Shower and WC in Hallway
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
While the train station is near, the surroundings did not seem like the safest… A lot of probably drunk/high people in the area, making it quite stressful for two young women (got 5 men whistle me and my friend in a 3 min walk). But that’s the only negative point and it’s unfortunately not really the hostel’s fault
The hostel is near the train station and it’s a good point. The receptionist and staff were all really kind and helpful and the room itself was nice and clean. We could also let our luggages in a storage while waiting for check in which is really convenient.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 8 May 2022
Denys
Ukraine11 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“It was okay for a short stay. Big hostel, so it is no "home-like" more like hotel. Friend;y staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room ( 6 Adults )
- • Stayed 1 night
Would be great to have curtains on beds for more privacy
Stayed in March 2022
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Reviewed: 8 May 2022
Iryna
Ukraine12 reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room ( 6 Adults )
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I certainly didn't like the location. The train station quarter is definitely not a place for a solo female traveler. I was afraid to go out at night or even in the evening because of how stretchy it was. Also, the wifi quality could be improved - it works perfectly in the common areas, but didn't work in my room.
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. They had a good playlist in the lounge area, too. I liked that it was possible to have a free dinner for a donation that would be used to help Ukrainians. The overall atmosphere was very positive.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 1 May 2022
Jia
Ireland27 reviews12 helpful votes8.0“good location but only for bagpackers”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
everything needs deposit to borrow
good location close to the train station
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 30 April 2022
Aldin
Germany34 reviews2 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Smell in floors, area
Free breakfast, clean rooms
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 30 April 2022
Abigail
Australia54 reviews8 helpful votes6.0“I probably wouldn’t if you’re a solo female traveller”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room (6 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
As a solo female traveller I did feel a bit uneasy in the location as it was in the middle of the red light district. Bunk beds were a bit wobbly.
Close to the train station, spacious rooms and offers free breakfast and dinner!
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Oğuzhan
Turkey3 reviews1 helpful vote3.0Poor- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room ( 6 Adults )
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The hostel is not safe neighborhood and you feel not safe in the hostel . Everyone was awake until morning in weekdays . You need to pay extra towel . The bathroom is not clean as well
The location is good for transportation
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Jose
Puerto Rico8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single capsule with shared bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The middle hall way is very humid. NOT very ventilated. Needs better fans. Employee ARE THE BEST 👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Wenhan
Germany4 reviews1.0“Awful”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single capsule with shared bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The team is no friendly to Asian people
I don’t like it
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Timir
Kuwait11 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very close to Central station & different type of restaurants, value for money. Entire apartment with us, enough space for arranging luggage before final departure. Double door security in main entrance controlled by reception.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Wenhan
Germany4 reviews4.0“Racism”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (8 adults)
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Racism
Racism
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 11 April 2025
Mäenpää
Finland4 reviews10“Ya man”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Good… at red light street
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 10 April 2025
Jorge
United States17 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Will be happy to stay here again, when in Frankfurt. Wish all hostels would come up to their level.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room ( 6 Adults )
- • Stayed 6 nights
Can not really say of any complaints with the hostel. The number of street people, trashcan pickers, ongoing drugs and drug sales in the streets was terrible, but sad. The police do NOTHING, but turn their heads away, when encountering the drug sales and use everywhere in this district.
The location if very convenient. Two blocks from the Main Train station, Subways, Trams and busses. Being in the Red Light District is no problem during the day. (I just didn't go out at night.) All the staff members were great. Alice was friendly and exceptionally helpful with advise and direction. The daily cleaning resulted in VERY clean bathrooms, showers, dorms and kitchen. One of the cleanest hostel I've stayed in to date and I travel lots.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 8 April 2025
Astrid-katharina
Germany13 reviews1 helpful vote10“Short, cheep and recommendable”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room (6 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The area is one of Frankfurt's worst but I never had any bad experience with it though. The hostels location is perfect to be very central. Absolutely recommendable for a short work or leisure stay.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Montaha
Italy10 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room (6 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Super cool! The vibes were amazing and there’s a space for remote workers to use it
Stayed in February 2025
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