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Five Elements Hostel Leipzig

Hostel with a bar, a quick walk to St. Thomas Church

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Game room
Superior Family Room for 4 people | Living area | TV
Superior Family Room for 4 people | Living area | TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Kleine Fleischergasse 8, Leipzig, SN, 04109
  • Leipzig University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Leipzig Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Red Bull Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Leipzig (LEJ-Leipzig - Halle)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Living area | TV

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Single Room | Living area | TV

Deluxe Single Room

  • 159 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Family Room for 6 people | Living area | TV

Superior Family Room for 6 people

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Superior Family Room for 4 people | Living area | TV

Superior Family Room for 4 people

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Leipzig

Located in Zentrum, Five Elements Hostel Leipzig is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as St. Thomas Church and Bach Museum. This 32-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a business center.
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What's nearby

  • St. Thomas Church - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bach Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Leipzig University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leipzig Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Red Bull Arena - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Leipzig Markt S-Bahn - 3 min walk
  • Leipzig Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Leipzig (LEJ-Leipzig - Halle) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Augustiner am Markt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barfusz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Milchbar Pinguin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Madrid - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Rizzi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Five Elements Hostel Leipzig

Hostel with a bar, a quick walk to St. Thomas Church
Five Elements Hostel Leipzig features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include safes and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 7.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 5
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 7.50 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 5 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Say Cheese Hostel Leipzig
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Five Elements Hostel Leipzig
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Five Elements Hostel Leipzig Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

Five Elements Hostel Leipzig provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

As of May 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig on May 12, 2025 start from $80.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

This hostel is situated in Zentrum, just steps from Leipzig Market Square and Leipzig's Old Town Hall, and within a short walk of St. Thomas Church. You'll also find Leipzig Zoo and Red Bull Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Five Elements Hostel Leipzig have a casino on the premises?

No, Five Elements Hostel Leipzig doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a shopping mall plus some rooms include city views.

Does Five Elements Hostel Leipzig have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Five Elements Hostel Leipzig have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Five Elements Hostel Leipzig serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will Five Elements Hostel Leipzig allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig for a fee of EUR 10.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

The closest major airport to Five Elements Hostel Leipzig is Leipzig (LEJ-Leipzig - Halle), which is 13.1 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Five Elements Hostel Leipzig.

Five Elements Hostel Leipzig Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 227 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Louise

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place was fine for a hostel - but that is what it was, a hostel. Web has place listed for 37 Euros and Expedia charged $138. My complaint about this has gone unanswered for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Emel

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is great. It was awfully noisy all evening, all night and during the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Silke

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Elsa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is in an ideal location. It is on a gorgeous little square with a fountain. (The photo is accurate!) It's steps away from an alley packed with popular cafes and restaurants. It's also a very short walk to J.S. Bach's church, St. Thomas. Perfection! A few things to note: (1) The interior is a series of hallways that make almost no sense and lead to a disjointed feeling of the place. It's impossible to get your bearings when inside. (2) Our room had plenty of space, it was clean, and the beds were fine. (3) Unfortunately, we needed to open the window to cool down the room and cigarette smoke wafted in from the courtyard below at all hours of the day and night. (4) The walls are thin so we could hear people walk down the hallway. Fortunately, this didn't happen very often. (5) The breakfast is serviceable and unfussy, but at 30 Euros for four people, overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable priced room and fairly comfortable, but noise and smoke from outside was too much. Room was too hot even with heat turned off. Had to open windows to cool down. People smoking below and moving trash cans, playing guitars all night long. Miserable sleep for all of us as a result.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely relaxed place, central to all the fun

Amazing value, given the location and quality of accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great trip! Staff was great, very friendly. Facilities were clean and as described.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Davy, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hostel with friendly staff in a good location in Leipzig.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, quite reasonable prices, brilliant staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Busy but Comfortable

It is a large city centre hostel, spread out over a large area in a big building, busy but friendly. The dorm was only for 4 people and was spacious and comfortable. Large pleasant lounge area, and a good public bar open in the evenings. Decent buffet breakfast for 5 euro. Very fast internet throughout. The location could not be more central, with dozens of restaurant on the doorstep, and all of the city's attractions an easy walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Suet Kan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap but nice hostel

The room and the ensuite is nice and clean, free breakfast is fair too. However the room is facing all the bars and restaurants which could be really loud at night unless you close your windows (but it's so hot!) there's free coffee and tea, a big lounge area too. It's right next to the Market as well so the location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Overall it was nice, but the spider webs on the ceiling were a bit scary (I'm afraid of spiders)
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Leipzig

Really nice hostel, very friendly and helpful service at reception and a very good central location
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Enough that I’d Stay Again

The location is great, the staff was nice, they offer towels and locks for a deposit (nicer than charging extra), luggage storage was free, and the WiFi was fast, and the room and bathroom were clean. My only complaints are: 1) the hallway is an echo chamber and anytime someone is walking or talking you can hear them—which was especially frustrating after midnight and in the early morning; and 2) Some from the courtyard comes into the room—even as a smoker this was not ideal imo and neither is closing the windows on a humid day. But overall, I would easily recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My first hostel

It was my first experience in a hostel, in general the experience was good except for the internet, I had many issues, especially for connecting on the breakfast lounge where I need it most. It is very well situated
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel right in downtown

This hostel was very good regarding on cleanliness and location. But its structure is weird and in my opinion doesn't have common areas that favors meeting new people. For example the living room in not close from the bar, and the lounge is in anther floor. Also there are many families in the hostel. Said all that, if you are a solo traveler, may be difficult to meet people in this hostel. All the rest is great. The location and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

two great nights in Leipzig

Great hotel/hostel at a great location. Free tea/coffee all day long, nice kitchen. The only snag is that some of the rooms face an inner courtyard, where there is a bar/restaurant at the ground level. So sometimes it's a bit noisy late into the night -- bring a pair of earplugs if that's a concern. Otherwise excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Colm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to stay so clean and the staff were friendly and helpful will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cool spot

Hostel was a little hard to find, is a little hidden. Wifi was good quality. Shower unfortunately would let water go out to the floor during every shower. Every bed had a light and one outlet. Lockers were the tall ones which was great but not even a divider in it.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice reception staff.

8/10 Good

Duy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

david, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Best location in Leipzig