a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

Photo gallery for a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

Lobby
Miscellaneous
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

View map
Hackländerstraße 5, Aachen, NW, 52064
  • Place, RWTH Aachen University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Aachen Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Aachen Town Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liege (LGG)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room For Single Use

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room ( 2Adults & 2Children)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin room for Single use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

You may also like

About the area

Aachen

At a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of RWTH Aachen University and Marschiertor. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Aachen-Mitte hostel include Hauptstadion and Mondo Verde.

What's nearby

  • RWTH Aachen University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Theater Aachen - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aachen Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aachen Town Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) - 2 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phomoc - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cocon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bäckerei Kickartz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Normaluhr Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Madame Tâm - ‬7 min walk

About this property

a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Aachen hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel offers 118 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 5.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 15
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 21 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 11.90 for adults and from EUR 5.95 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

A O Aachen Hauptbahnhof Backpacker
A O Hauptbahnhof Backpacker
A&O Aachen
A&O Aachen Hauptbahnhof
A&O Aachen Hauptbahnhof Hostel Backpacker
A&O Hauptbahnhof Aachen
A&O Hauptbahnhof Hostel Backpacker
Aachen A&O
Aachen Hauptbahnhof
A&O Aachen Hauptbahnhof Hostel
A O Aachen Hauptbahnhof Hostel/Backpacker
A O Aachen Hauptbahnhof
a o Aachen Hauptbahnhof
a o Aachen Hauptbahnhof Hostel
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel Aachen
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?

A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?

As of 9 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel on 28 June 2026 start from AU$80, including 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.

Is parking available at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?

Yep, a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel has a self car park for EUR 12 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Does a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?

No, a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 493 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Best for train travellers
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

He

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is clean and run very well. Location is good, but traffic is loud.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Imke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The four person room we had for our family was spacious and the bathroom was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great location, excellent value for money too. Staff were very helpful, rooms are basic but of a good standard and very clean. Hostel is perfect for a weekend trip to Aachen or for business.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atsumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are really kind and friendly. Room and bed was clean. And perfect access to the railway station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hans

Liked: Staff & service
Basic stayover hostel facility near the central station of Aachen. Okay for a quick city visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Desiree

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was really nice and the reception also, low parkingspots. Cheap parking on a 4 min walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property a little noise
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kenda

The hostel is in a great location, a few minutes walk to the train station and a 20 minutes walk to the Cathedral. We had a quad room which was pretty tight and room could use deep cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phelan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value Vs quality ratio. Staff friendly and efficient. Room has all you need.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was fantastic. I was looking for a reasonably priced hotel very near the train station and you can't beat the location of this property. I was warmly greeted by the staff, who even offered a nice hot cup of coffee. The reception area is large, comfortable, and was playing some great music. It's a fun atmosphere. My room was just what I needed, the floor was quiet, and the next day the staff kindly allowed us to store our bags for a few hours so we could explore the Christmas market before our train. I really enjoyed my stay and hope one day to have the chance to return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kamer was goed, alleen de deken was erg klein
Verified

4/10 Poor

Khaled

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very poor choice unfortunately. Good I only needed one night in Aachen. Never again here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the middle of the night at around 23:00 pm, till 4 am. Drilling for 5 hour for a door that cannot be opened!! For the rest their are peolpe asking for money in the neighborhood.
Drill door open.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yeongjun

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
12€ for a bed in a 4-bed room is definitely one of the cheapest options you will find in Germany. Staff friendly and accommodating and location just a few steps from Aachen main station. Rest is up to luck of who you have to share your room with. My room was really smelly and the bathroom was quite dirty but I think that was due to the person I had to share my room with rather than the cleanliness of the hostel itself.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marcello

Liked: Staff & service
Slept very badly because of the train station nearby and the open window; if we would close the window it would get too hot. Bedsheets of previous guest were still on the bed, bed number didn't match my card (bed was taken). Room sanitary was good and clean, public sanitary was dirty and a lot wasn't working. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ramona

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could not sleep well, lots of noise. Especially friday evening loys of noise outside and also the train very much noise. Sorry was not able to rest in the night good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mourad

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

Horrible

So smelly, the mattress got a hole and so uncomfortable. The room was suffocating. I couldn’t stay 10min. I just abondes the room and booked another hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Selim

Zimmer und sozial Räume waren minimalisteisch
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Max Jakob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Lage und Preis des Hotels sind top, allerdings ist es eben wegen der Lage am Bahnhof ziemlich laut. Gerade, weil es im Zimmer schnell recht warm wird und man unmöglich bei offenem Fenster schlafen kann ist das nicht optimal. Leider war auch das Badezimmer in keinem guten Zustand, insbesondere die Dusche. Insgesamt ist es für kurze Aufenthalte, gerade wenn man eher nicht so viel Zeit im Hotel verbringen möchte völlig okay. Insbesondere wenn man etwas Geld sparen möchte. Mehr aber auch nicht.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O hostel é bem organizado, a equipe muito disponível e prestativa. O único problema para mim foi o cafe da manhã pois o valor é alto para pouquíssimas opções.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SEBASTIEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Proche de la gare. Bon marché
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tatiana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Les images sont beaucoup trop enthousiastes par rapport à la réalité. Chambres pas propres, mauvaise odeur dans les couloirs, tous les lits n’étaient pas faits,… Je n’y retournerai plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025