Dresden offers a wide selection of hotels and hostels in various price categories for shorter stays.
A budget-friendly alternative to a traditional hotel is Cityherberge, located in the heart of Dresden’s city centre or a&o Hostel near Dresden Central Station.
Students and early-career researchers who enjoy a more social atmosphere may also consider Dresden Youth Hostel, Saxony’s largest youth hostel. With around 480 beds and a central location, it offers an affordable and lively place to stay while getting settled in Dresden.
An overview of other hostels in Dresden can be found here: https://www.hostelworld.com/
The student residences operated by Studentenwerk Dresden primarily give priority to undergraduate students, first-year students, and Bachelor’s students enrolled at TU Dresden. However, they also provide a platform for the temporary subletting of rooms. This can be a useful option for international students, PhD candidates, and researchers who are not registered at TU Dresden and are looking for short-term accommodation.
Another option is the International Guest House of Studentenwerk Dresden, which offers furnished accommodation and can be booked for stays of up to three months.