A hostel-hotel hybrid near Leipzig's main train station offering dorm beds and private rooms, popular with backpackers, students, and families looking for a low-cost central base.
Meininger Hotel Leipzig Zentrum operates on the hostel-hotel hybrid model, offering both shared dormitory rooms and private rooms including family-sized options, aimed at budget travelers, backpackers, and student groups. The property is a tram ride from Leipzig's central Ring and Hauptbahnhof, in a residential area that gives a more local, less touristed feel than staying directly in the city center.
Common areas include a shared kitchen for self-catering, a bar and lounge space, and a small games room, features aimed at fostering a social atmosphere common to the Meininger chain across German cities. Rooms are simply furnished, and dormitory pricing represents some of the lowest per-night accommodation costs available for a Leipzig stay.
Given the slightly outlying location relative to Augustusplatz and the Nikolaikirche, a tram pass or the Deutschlandticket is worth budgeting for to make the most of the city's central sights, all reachable within about 15-20 minutes by tram.
| Price | €25-75 (~$27-81) |
|---|---|
| Address | Volksgartenstraße 24, 04347 Leipzig, Germany |
Room types
- Dormitory bed (4-6 bed rooms)
- Private double room
- Family room
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Shared kitchen
- Bar and lounge
- Luggage storage
- Bicycle rental
- Games room
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Location
Volksgartenstraße 24, 04347 Leipzig, Germany
51.3466, 12.3990 View on map
Highlights
- Dormitory and private family room options at low prices
- Shared kitchen and social lounge/bar
- 15-20 minute tram ride to the city center's main sights
- Popular with backpackers and student groups
- Bicycle rental available on site
Tips for visiting
- Book private family rooms well ahead for weekends during Leipzig trade fairs, when budget beds fill up first
- Budget for a tram pass or the Deutschlandticket, since the city center is a 15-20 minute ride rather than a walk
- The shared kitchen is a good way to cut costs on longer stays
- Bring a padlock for dormitory lockers if planning to use shared rooms
- The bar and lounge area is a good spot to meet other travelers in the evening
When to visit
Year-round; book ahead for weekends coinciding with major Leipzig trade fairs
Accessibility
Elevator access is available in the main building; some dormitory rooms are on upper floors.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Meininger Leipzig in the city center?
It is in the Volkmarsdorf district, a tram ride rather than a walk from the central Ring boulevard and Augustusplatz.
Does it have family rooms?
Yes, private family rooms are available in addition to shared dormitory beds and standard private doubles.
Is there a kitchen for guest use?
Yes, a shared kitchen is available for self-catering.