Guesthouse Mezcalero in Dresden … I stayed there for two nights April, 2002. The place is beautifully decorated and very clean, warm, and friendly. I had a double with my friend and we got a lofted bed! (Unlike bunkbeds in other hostels, these are solid wooden lofts secured to the walls.) Out of all of the hostels we stayed in for the month of April, this was the one with the most unique character. We didn't get to check out any other rooms, but the ones they show in the pictures don't look anything like ours, so it seems their rooms are indeed "individually styled."
HI - Geyer Hostel in Geyer … Jugendherberge Geyer is an excellent hostel. I think it's one of the best in Germany. There are so many things you can do in this fantastic area. And there is a wide range of facilities within the hostel. For example, you can borrow skis in winter, have a lot of fun with a guided walk through the forest at night, and relax with the help of massages and so on. The newest thing in the hostel is a sauna. And the manager of the house is very proud of it. By the way, the meals are fantastic. The staff tries to realize nearly every wish you have. Your time there will be a great one. My evidence: I'm the person who should know everything about the hostel, because I was working there in 2003/2004 for civil national service. Go on, you should try it for proof!
Hostel Sleepy Lion in Leipzig … This is the best hostel in Germany!
Kangaroo-Stop Backpacker Hostel in Dresden … The location is very good -- a very short walk from the Neustadt station. The walk across the river to the Altstadt is a great way to enter the town. The bedding was among the most comfortable I've ever had in a hostel. The woman who checked me in was extremely friendly and helpful. Altogether a great place to stay in Dresden.
Hostel Mondpalast in Dresden … I liked it from an instant, it is friendly and the rooms are nicely decorated. The bar and kitchen are great and communication is a main thing here.
Hostel Louise 20 in Dresden … This is a great new hostel. It is across the river, about 10 minutes from the old part of the city, but it is located in a great neighborhood full of bars, coffee shops, and markets. It is clean, beautifully decorated, the service is friendly, the rooms aren't over-booked, and there's no pressure to be social--but there is the opportunity for socializing if there are lots of other travelers. The kitchen is a wonder of God, and the breakfast, if you're a meat and cheese eater, is totally worth the money you pay for it. Towels are free. Bring a sleeping bag, though the duvets and pillows are huge and comfy. It's more like a city bungalow than a youth hostel.
Lollis Homestay in Dresden … Apart from the renovations, this hostel is stunning! Nice location, great ambience and very helpful staff. Give it a couple of months then go have a great time in a cozy lil' hostel.
HI - Bautzen - Gerberbastei Hostel in Bautzen … The best thing of the hostel is its location. A stay overnight in Bautzen is a privelige. It has such a beautiful old city centre. WOW! I spent the night of 6/7 July 2006 in Bautzen. PLUSSES: it's clean, decent, pretty nice and new building, all you can eat breakfast with loads of choices.
Central Globetrotter Hostel in Leipzig … This is a nice hotel. The people at the front desk are friendly and helpful. The rooms, kitchen, and bathroom/shower are clean. There is also a locker to put valuables. The location is close to the train station and not very far from the old city. I would stay here again if I come to Leipzig again.
Jugendherberge Leipzig Hostel in Leipzig … This was a very odd youth hostel. The whole hostel had a ghost hotel feeling. We were on the top floor, even though the whole place seemed empty except those who worked their and a handful of guests. The neighborhood seemed a bit sketchy especially at night. The toliets were fun however, old pull chain style.
HI - Dresden JGH Hostel in Dresden … Traffic : 2 stars
It's a little far away form the main train station, You could change the S1 to Dresden Freiberger Straße, It's near the Dresden World Trade Center, not the main station or the old town area.
Spots : 2 stars
It's need more than 15 minutes to walk to the old town, where the most spots are around. There is no other better bus or tram could take, therefore, it'll spend some time to walk and find the way.
Atmosphere: 3 stars
It's quiet, no restaurants, bars, or avenue near the hostel, nice to sleep.
Breakfast : 4 stars
Good, everything you want, it has!!
And it has the vegetable salads, fruits, and cakes(dessert), Great!!
View : 1 stars
It's a high building, but around it are all the other high building, so there is nothing you could see, just like live in the apartment house in a big city, you know what I mean.
facilities : 3 stars
Very clean in 2006 summer, and you do need to lay down a sheet on the bed, it's already before you live in, Nice!
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Ferdinands Homestay in Königstein … i was here august 2006. this is a nice hostel run by some friendly dudes. it's a bit of a walk from the train station, first cross the river on a ferry. but i think they will come and get you if you ask, the dude gave me a lift back to the ferry when i left.
the hostel has good breakfasts, a nice homey environment, with clean showers. there is a kitchen but bring some food as there are no local shops once you get to the hostel. there is a forest and national park close by for excellent hiking.
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