Rhineland hostels and rock climbing?

The noisy school kids are possible in all German hostels, but they're only there during the school year. If you'll be there after about mid-July, school will have let out for the year and they'll be annoying their parents instead of you. If you'll be there before that, you might reconsider. Really.

You might also look into an apartment for a few days. The four of us really enjoyed the Rhine View apartment in St. Goar:

Loreley Apartments

Thanks for the tip! We'll be getting there on July 15, so maybe we'll take our chances after all...

School vacations occur at staggered times through-out the summer months, as well as through the year too. Best is to check on the school vacation list to see who is on vacation when. The kids in Bavaria will not be on vacation the same time as the kids in Berlin or Frankfurt.

http://www.holidays-info.com/School-Holidays-Germany/2010/school-holidays_2010.html

My daughter and I (was 64 at the time)stayed in hostels in Germany. None of them were noisy. They were immaculate and served a nice breakfast.

Patricia, if you are asking about the hostel in Stahleck castle in Bacharach, we were there two years ago in July and there were several groups of young kids staying there. I'm guessing that there may be many groups of kids that stay there all year round. It's a hit or miss situation. We did not stay at the castle, however, I checked it out and it looks like a great place to stay. Very clean and they have family rooms. It would be a great experience for you. Have fun on your trip!

Thanks for the advice, everyone! We've booked a family room in a hostel, and are keeping our fingers crossed :)!