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a&o Hostels - Cheap Accommodation in Germany and Europe
If you like to travel and explore Europe's most beautiful cities, you're sure to find suitable accommodation in our cheap hostels. When visiting unique cities such as Amsterdam, Prague, Vienna, Berlin, Hamburg, Leipzig, Munich or Venice, there is usually always a cheap overnight stay near you. Whether you're an interested backpacker, an adventurous globetrotter, a thrifty businessman or a fun-loving travel group, a&o hostels always offer affordable and comfortable rooms at hotel standard. The very central location of most of our hostels combined with extensive facilities such as guest kitchens, laundry rooms, free Wi-Fi and a varied range of meals create a wonderful atmosphere during your stay. Our guests also have access to our staff at the reception and bar around the clock. When booking in our hostels, you only have to pay for the services you actually use - so you can save money, which you can invest in great activities.
Enjoy your stay individually - at a&o hostels you will find everything you need, and usually only a few minutes' walk from numerous sights and experiences. Discover our cosmopolitan atmosphere, meet new people from all over the world and experience Europe's greatest cities for yourself!
24h-Reception
Catering
Entertainment
24h-Hotelbar
Rooms
Security
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Lockers
- Tickets (events, museums, etc.)
- Public transport tickets
- Cosmetics and hygiene store (e.g. shower gel, shampoo, etc.)
- Information (For public transports, recommendations)
- Mail acceptance
- Rental of extras such as baby crib, children's stool
- Parking spaces/bus parking (exceptions: a&o Dortmund Hbf and Köln Dom)
24-h Reception

- Breakfast (all-you-can-eat buffet)
- Packed lunch
- Lunch
- Barbecue (summer)
- Dinner (for groups of 10 pers. or more)
- Snacks at the bar
Catering

- Kids’corner
- Billiards
- Table Football
- Karaoke
- Lobby TV
- Reading corners
Entertainment

- Soft drinks
- Hot drinks
- Snacks (see catering)
- Ice cream
- Beer - bottle or tapped
- Wines
- Shots
- Long drinks
- Cocktails & non-alcoholic cocktails
- Pizza
- Sandwiches
24h-Hotelbar

- Conference rooms (exceptions: a&o Salzburg, Munich Central Station, Munich Hackerbrücke, Cologne Central Station, Cologne Cathedral, Hamburg Hammer Church, Berlin Friedrichshain, Aachen Central Station).
- Baggage room
- Laundry room (exceptions: a&o Berlin Kolumbus, Graz Hbf, Hamburg Hammer Kirche, Hamburg Reeperbahn, Köln Dom, Köln Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf, Prag Rhea.)
- Guest kitchen
Rooms

- Night guards
- Window tilt locks
- Nighttime rest from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Additional security provided by video cameras.
- Bar wristbands: White = Soft drinks only, no alcohol. Orange = Beer and wine service permitted. Blue = Spirits allowed.
- External quality seals, more here.
- Trained first responders who know how to react in the event of an accident.
- Safes. We offer lockers, should you need to keep valuables or anything else safe.
Security

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All room categories at a glance
In the cheapest hostels in Europe, a&o offers single rooms and dorms - depending on whether you want to relax in a private room as a business traveller or if you prefer to be in society as a backpacker. Our shared rooms are also ideal for travel groups. There is no need to worry about your valuables: During the day, all belongings can be stored in our luggage room or in the safes provided for this purpose. The standard of our various rooms is always the same. A private bathroom, a TV and often clothing storage spaces are standard. In addition, there are numerous entertainment facilities in the lobby, washrooms and a guest kitchen in case you get hungry. Meeting rooms with high-speed internet access are also available for business travelers. So at a&o Hostels, all your needs are covered - let the journey begin!

Dorms
- one bed in a dorm of one of the following sizes: 4, 6, 8-bed dorms
- free high-speed Wi-Fi
- private bathroom with shower, WC, incl. 2-in-1 shower gel, a hairdryer, and facial tissues
- bookable at the reception or online: Bring your own bed linen allowed
- Bed in dorms from €12,-

Female Dorms
- A bed in the dorms for women only
- free high-speed Wi-Fi
- private bathroom with shower, WC, incl. 2-in-1 shower gel, a hairdryer, and facial tissues
- bookable at the reception or online: Bed linen €4,15 and towel €1,80
- Bring your own bed linen allowed
- Bed in dorm from €12,-
Frequently asked questions
What makes a&o hostels especially recommendable for backpackers?
a&o hostels offer comfortable, state-of-the-art shared rooms, guest kitchens and laundry facilities. Thus, our accommodations provide everything backpackers and travel groups need for a pleasant stay. In addition, you can socialize with other travelers in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere at our 24h bars - or you just play a few rounds of table football or billiards.
What types of rooms can be booked at a&o hostels?
In our a&o hostels you can book single bed rooms, double bed rooms and one or more beds in our dorms - the latter contain between four and eight beds each. In addition, we offer separate dorms for women. All rooms include an en-suite bathroom. Regardless of which room you choose, as a guest in our house you can use the communal guest kitchen, the laundry room and any available meeting rooms.
Are the a&o hostels child friendly?
All our a&o hostels are designed to be child-friendly, so that even our youngest guests always feel comfortable. For example, there are exciting play corners to discover in our hostels - older children, on the other hand, can try their hand at modern pool tables and table football. In the family rooms of the a&o hostels, children sleep in comfortable bunk beds that meet all safety standards. Best of all, families with children receive our a&o family discount!
Where do the a&o hostels offer cheap accommodation?
Whether you're looking for a single, double or shared room, you'll find affordable a&o accommodation in some of Europe's most attractive cities. You can stay in our hotels for as little as 24 euros per night, without having to sacrifice comfort. Discover our discount offers and book cheap accommodation easily at https://www.aohostels.com/en/
For how many people are the shared rooms at a&o hostels suitable?
We offer different sized shared rooms in a&o hostels - you can choose between rooms for a total of four, six or eight people. All of our shared rooms are generously sized and spacious, so there is enough room for everyone from travel groups to families. If you are traveling alone and choose a shared room, you have the choice of how many other guests you would like to share a room with.
Do the a&o hostels have a luggage storage service?
In all our a&o hostels we offer a luggage storage service. There is a luggage room and several safes where you can safely store your belongings. You can make use of this, for example, if you want to go on excursions or use the time before your departure on the day of check-out to explore the surroundings without the burden of your luggage.
For more information, please visit our FAQ page.