🇩🇪 Bielefeld, Germany
Hotel Kraus
📍 60, Alter Postweg, Bielefeld, 33719
Your stay — Hotel Kraus
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at the airport or a local bank, but be aware that rates may be unfavourable. For better rates, consider using an ATM or a currency exchange office in the city centre.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Bielefeld, with many shops and restaurants also accepting contactless payments. Mobile pay options like Google Pay and Apple Pay are also accepted at many places.
Tipping in Bielefeld is generally not expected but is appreciated for good service. Aim to tip around 5-10% in restaurants and bars, and round up the fare to the nearest euro when taking a taxi.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee can cost around €1.50 at a local café or bakery, while a coffee-to-go from a street vendor might be around €1.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a bakery, costing around €3-€5. You can also find affordable sandwiches or salads at local cafes for around €5-€7.
A affordable dinner option is a traditional German meal at a local restaurant, with a main course costing around €10-€15. You can also find more budget-friendly options at Asian restaurants or kebab shops, with meals starting from €5.
The area around the Hauptbahnhof and the Marktplatz are popular spots for street food and affordable eats.
Edeka and Rewe are common supermarket chains in Bielefeld, offering a range of products at affordable prices.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Bielefelder Bahnhofstrasse or the nearby shopping centre, Bielefelder Einkaufszentrum.
A single ticket on public transport costs €2.50, while a day pass costs €6. A budget-friendly way to get to the city from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city rail) for €3.10.
Consider buying a Bielefelder Karte, a local public transport card, for discounted travel. You can also save money by eating at local bakeries or cafes instead of restaurants, and by shopping at discount stores or markets.
Good to know — Bielefeld
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Emergency Contacts
Bielefeld112 (all emergency services), 105 (non-emergency police), 116 117 (emergency medical service for emergencies not requiring an ambulance, e.g. medical advice), 112 (European emergency number, works throughout the EU)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bielefeld, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Kraus
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) → Sunday Hotel Bielefeld (Johannisberg)
💡 Take the S1 from PAD airport bus stop to Bielefeld Hbf, then a 10-minute walk or tram 1/2 to Johannisberg stop. Cheaper than taxis but allow 90 mins total.
Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof → Johannisberg stop
💡 Buy a 24h single ticket (€6.90) if making multiple trips. Johannisberg stop is one block from the hotel. Trams run until 1am, but night buses are scarce.
Bielefeld Hbf (bus platform C) → Sunday Hotel Bielefeld (Johannisberg)
💡 Bus 31 stops directly opposite the hotel on Johannisberg. Avoid it during rush hour (07:30–09:00, 16:00–18:00) as it gets packed with students.
Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) → Sunday Hotel Bielefeld
💡 Flat-rate airport transfer from PAD to Johannisberg costs about €90. For 3+ people, this can be cheaper than train tickets. Negotiate upfront.
About Bielefeld
Wikipedia ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Hotel Kraus?
Check-in at Hotel Kraus is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Kraus?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a bakery, costing around €3-€5. You can also find affordable sandwiches or salads at local cafes for around €5-€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Kraus?
A single ticket on public transport costs €2.50, while a day pass costs €6. A budget-friendly way to get to the city from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city rail) for €3.10.
Top Attractions in Bielefeld
💡 Walk the section from the Teutoburger Wald station downstream – less crowded and you'll see old water mills. Free public toilets at the Bürgerpark end.
💡 Go early on free Wednesdays – it gets busy after 14:00. The café sells decent coffee and cake for under €4.
💡 Bring a torch for the dark, uneven dungeon stairs. The tower climb costs €2 but is worth it for the skyline.
💡 The greenhouse is humid – leave your coat at the entrance. Free guided tours on the first Sunday each month at 11:00.
💡 Start at Alter Markt square at 10:00 to catch the free historical walking tour in German on Saturdays. Pick up a map at the tourist office for €1.