Located near a train station, a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Aachen. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen) - 40 min drive
Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 63 min drive
Liege (LGG) - 109 min drive
Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) - 2 min walk
Aachen Central Station - 2 min walk
Aachen Schanz Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Madame Tâm - 7 min walk
Bäckerei Kickartz - 4 min walk
Cocon - 8 min walk
Normaluhr Grill - 4 min walk
Vabene! Pizzeria & Aperitivo - 5 min walk
About this property
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Located near a train station, a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Aachen. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
118 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (EUR 12 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Stroller
What to do
Pool table
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in GreenSign Hotel, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 5.95 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 12 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge of EUR 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel and nearby?
A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel has an arcade.
What's the area around a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel like?
A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) and 5 minutes' walk from RWTH Aachen University.
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Reviews
a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
7.6
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Location
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Hotel is clean and run very well. Location is good, but traffic is loud.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2024
Very good location
He
He, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
The four person room we had for our family was spacious and the bathroom was good.
Imke
Imke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
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.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Staffs are really kind and friendly. Room and bed was clean. And perfect access to the railway station.
Atsumi
Atsumi, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2024
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.
Kenda
Kenda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2023
Good value Vs quality ratio. Staff friendly and efficient. Room has all you need.
Phelan
Phelan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
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.
Sasha
Sasha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 16, 2024
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.
Yeongjun
Yeongjun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Best for train travellers
Shaun
Shaun, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 9, 2022
Basic stayover hostel facility near the central station of Aachen. Okay for a quick city visit.
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2023
The room was really nice and the reception also, low parkingspots. Cheap parking on a 4 min walk.
Desiree
Desiree, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 31, 2025
The property a little noise
Eddy
Eddy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2022
Good enough!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2022
Kamer was goed, alleen de deken was erg klein
Simone
Verified
4/10 Fair
Apr 6, 2023
A very poor choice unfortunately. Good I only needed one night in Aachen. Never again here.
Khaled
Khaled, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jul 27, 2025
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.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jun 7, 2023
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.
Marcello
Marcello, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 6, 2023
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.
Ramona
Ramona, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Apr 24, 2024
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
Mourad
Mourad, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
Chambre impeccable, personnel réactif, présence d'une salle pour les bagages, lieu de vie commune agréable
Clément
Clément, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 19, 2026
ja
leopoldine
leopoldine, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 18, 2026
Pas eu besoin
WILFRID Aymard
WILFRID Aymard, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 1, 2025
Zimmer und sozial Räume waren minimalisteisch
Selim
Selim, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 16, 2025
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.