🇩🇪 München, Germany
A&O Hostel
📍 102, Arnulfstraße, München, 80636
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Votre séjour — A&O Hostel
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La propriété — A&O Hostel
A&O Hostel München is a no-frills, budget-focused hostel near the Hauptbahnhof. The lobby feels functional and efficient — self-check-in kiosks, a bar area, and a mix of backpackers and young groups milling about. It suits solo travellers or tight-budget groups who want a clean bed and a central base, not atmosphere or service. Don't expect charm, but the location is its real asset: five minutes' walk from the station and fifteen from Marienplatz.
Chroniques de München
Munich was founded in 1158 by Henry the Lion, Duke of Saxony, as a market town on the salt trade route. Its architectural core dates from the 19th century, when King Ludwig I commissioned the neo-classical Ludwigstrasse and the Glyptothek. Heavily bombed in World War Two, the city was rebuilt in a mix of restored historic facades and pragmatic post-war blocks. Today Munich is a wealthy tech and finance hub, with a strong beer-culture identity that culminates in Oktoberfest. Its contemporary scene balances high art (three Pinakothek museums) with a laid-back, bike-friendly lifestyle.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de München →Meilleurs mois
May, September, October. Pleasant temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than July-August. Oktoberfest draws huge crowds in late Sept but the wider month remains good.
Peak / Festival surge
July, August, and late September (Oktoberfest). July is warm (often 25-30°C) and crowded with tourists; hotel prices double or triple. Oktoberfest (late Sept to early Oct) fills every room months ahead, driving prices even higher than summer.
La saison des épaules
April and November offer discounted room rates (often 30-50% less than peak), mild weather (5-15°C), and far fewer tourists. You'll dodge the masses while still having decent daylight for sightseeing.
Météo & Emballage
Munich weather can be capricious even in summer: sunny one hour, a thunderstorm the next. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers, not just shorts and T-shirts.
Briefing de la ville — München
- Munich's U-Bahn and tram network are undergoing summer maintenance on several lines (U3 and U6 sections) through July 2026, causing sporadic closures and replacement buses — check MVG app for daily updates.
- The city has introduced a 'tourist tax' of €2.50 per person per night on all hotel bookings (including hostels), effective since January 2026; this will be added at checkout.
- Construction on the second S-Bahn trunk line (Stammstrecke) continues, meaning weekend disruptions on S1–S8 routes; plan extra 15 minutes for journeys to/from the main station.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to A&O Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street-level noise but below the roof, and the courtyard side avoids the rumble of Arnulfstraße, a main road with trams and heavy traffic. The lift only goes to the 5th floor, so you skip foot traffic from the roof terrace or any service areas.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Arnulfstraße. The tram line and bus stop right outside mean constant noise, especially from early morning until late. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft (usually marked on floor maps) — the lift motor hums all night, and it's a hostel with 24-hour throughput.
Best views
The best view is from a 5th floor room facing west — you'll see over the railway tracks towards the Olympiapark towers and the city skyline, with fewer buildings blocking. South-facing rooms look onto Arnulfstraße and the train station area, which is busy but has a classic Munich station view.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest — they're the top bedroom floors, above the street, and have fewer passers-by because the lift stops there. The 5th floor also has less overhead noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Arnulfstraße is a six-lane main road with tram lines and a busy bus stop right outside. The hostel fronts onto it, so any street-facing room (especially low floors) gets traffic noise from 5am to midnight. The bar on the ground floor can be loud until 2am on weekends. Railway tracks run behind the building, but they're mostly quiet after 11pm.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, park at the 'Parkhaus im Tal' (Tal 8) — it's cheaper than the hostel's own parking and a short S-Bahn ride away. The hostel charges €15/day but spots fill fast. 2. Check-in is digital: use the self-service kiosks in the lobby to skip the queue. If you want a courtyard room, ask at the kiosk or email them 24h before — they're often available but not advertised.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hôtel Facilités — A&O Hostel
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) with daily device limit; Premium tier €5/24h up to 50 Mbps, no login required after accepting terms
Yes, one lift serves all floors (4 storeys, no stairs-only sections)
No digital newsstand; no physical newspapers; building is a converted 1970s office block – no heritage features
Check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €10, after 12:00 charged half night rate
Free in locked luggage room; open 24/7 with card access
Step-free via ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible lift and two adapted rooms on ground floor; narrow corridors in some areas
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 'Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof' (Elisenstraße 3) €12/24h; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night compulsory tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: Non-refundable prepayment of first night due at booking; €50 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Sankt Vinzenz (281 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Buddha-Haus München (493 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Königreichssaal Zeugen Jehovas (926 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: St. Benedikt (930 m · ~12 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Forum Schwanthalerhöhe — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Arnulfpark — 312 m · ~4 min walk
Deutsches Museum Verkehrszentrum — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Blutenburg-Theater — 629 m · ~8 min walk
A:KitZ! Spielplatz — 992 m · ~12 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 126 m · ~2 min walk
Elvira-Apotheke — 803 m · ~10 min walk
Neuhauser Mini Markt — 679 m · ~8 min walk
Donnersbergerstraße — 412 m · ~5 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
Money can be changed at banks, currency exchange offices, or ATMs. Airport bureaux de change offer poor rates, so it's better to change money at banks or exchange offices. Credit cards, especially Visa and Mastercard, are widely accepted, and contactless payments are common. Mobile payments like Google Pay and Apple Pay are also widely accepted.
Credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments are widely accepted in Munich. However, some smaller shops or market stalls might only accept cash. ATMs are readily available, but be aware that some might charge a fee for international transactions.
Tipping in Germany is generally around 5-10% in restaurants, bars, and cafes. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare to the nearest euro is sufficient. Hotel staff usually doesn't expect tips, but a small contribution for good service is appreciated.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee costs around €1.50-€2.50, often available at bakeries, cafes, or street vendors.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst at a street food stand or a traditional Bavarian beer garden, costing around €5-€7.
A hearty, affordable dinner can be found at a traditional German restaurant, with a main course costing around €10-€15.
The streets around Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt offer a variety of street food options, including currywurst, sausages, and crepes.
Aldi and Lidl are two budget-friendly supermarket chains with locations throughout Munich.
For affordable high-street shopping, visit the shopping streets around Neuhauser Strasse or Kaufinger Strasse.
A day ticket for public transportation costs around €7.50, and the cheapest way to get to the city center from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city train) for around €11.
Buy a day ticket for public transportation to save money on individual tickets.Eat at traditional beer gardens or street food stalls for affordable meals.Consider buying a Munich Card, which grants free entry to many attractions and discounts on public transportation.
Bon à savoir — München
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in München, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at A&O Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 126 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Elvira-Apotheke — 803 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Munich Airport (Central Area) → Hauptbahnhof (Arnulfstraße stop)
💡 Luggage space is generous, and it's cheaper than the S-Bahn but slower due to traffic. From the drop-off, walk 5 mins south to Goetheplatz – no tube needed.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Munich Central Station (Nord)
💡 Drop-off is at the north side of the Hauptbahnhof, a 7-minute walk to the hotel. Cash only on board, but contactless works if you buy online in advance.
Munich Airport (MUC) → München Hauptbahnhof (central station)
💡 Use the S8 instead of S1 if possible; the S1 splits at Neufahrn and the wrong half can add 15 minutes
Munich Airport, Terminal 1 → Pasing station (then S-Bahn to Hauptbahnhof)
💡 Only use this if the S-Bahn is disrupted; otherwise slower and more complicated than the direct train
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hotel Verdi (near Hauptbahnhof)
💡 Buy a single-day ticket for the inner zone if you're staying in the city—it covers your return too. The S1 splits at Neufahrn; make sure you get on the branch going through the main station, not the one via the east.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Pension Haus Wendelstein (U-Bahn Münchner Freiheit)
💡 Buy a single-ticket for the airport (Kurzstrecke won't work). The S1 splits at Neufahrn, so ensure you're on the right branch for city centre—S8 is more straightforward.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
💡 Bypass ticket machine queues by buying via MVG app or DB Navigator. Validate ticket at platform stampers before boarding.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 From Hauptbahnhof, take the U-Bahn U2 (direction Messestadt Ost) one stop to Goetheplatz, then walk 3 mins to Hotel Goethe. Buy a day ticket for €15.50 if you plan more trips.
Münchner Freiheit → Pension Haus Wendelstein
💡 Honestly, skip the bus—it's a 5-min walk. If you're arriving with heavy luggage, the walk is flat and pavement is good. Bus 142 runs in a loop from the station stop to Dietlindenstraße, one street over.
Hauptbahnhof → Goetheplatz station
💡 This is the quickest hop from the main station to the hotel. Use the exit 'Goethestraße West' – it's a 2-minute walk to the hotel entrance.
Hauptbahnhof → Pension Mayr (stop: Schwanthalerhöhe)
💡 Scenic route if you're not in a rush. Get a day ticket (€8.80) if doing multiple trips — good value. Tram stops are less crowded than U-Bahn.
Hauptbahnhof (Central Station) → Theresienwiese station (5-min walk to Pension Mayr)
💡 From Hauptbahnhof, take U5 direction Neuperlach Süd; avoid U4 during Oktoberfest as it's packed. Exit at Theresienwiese not Hackerbrücke.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at A&O Hostel?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street-level noise but below the roof, and the courtyard side avoids the rumble of Arnulfstraße, a main road with trams and heavy traffic. The lift only goes to the 5th floor, so you skip foot traffic from the roof terrace or any service areas.
Which rooms should I avoid at A&O Hostel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 facing Arnulfstraße. The tram line and bus stop right outside mean constant noise, especially from early morning until late. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft (usually marked on floor maps) — the lift motor hums all night, and it's a hostel with 24-hour throughput.
Is A&O Hostel noisy?
Arnulfstraße is a six-lane main road with tram lines and a busy bus stop right outside. The hostel fronts onto it, so any street-facing room (especially low floors) gets traffic noise from 5am to midnight. The bar on the ground floor can be loud until 2am on weekends. Railway tracks run behind the building, but they're mostly quiet after 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at A&O Hostel?
The best view is from a 5th floor room facing west — you'll see over the railway tracks towards the Olympiapark towers and the city skyline, with fewer buildings blocking. South-facing rooms look onto Arnulfstraße and the train station area, which is busy but has a classic Munich station view.
What are insider tips for staying at A&O Hostel?
1. If you're driving, park at the 'Parkhaus im Tal' (Tal 8) — it's cheaper than the hostel's own parking and a short S-Bahn ride away. The hostel charges €15/day but spots fill fast. 2. Check-in is digital: use the self-service kiosks in the lobby to skip the queue. If you want a courtyard room, ask at the kiosk or email them 24h before — they're often available but not advertised.
What time is check-in at A&O Hostel?
Check-in at A&O Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does A&O Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) with daily device limit; Premium tier €5/24h up to 50 Mbps, no login required after accepting terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at A&O Hostel?
€3.50 per person per night compulsory tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near A&O Hostel?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst at a street food stand or a traditional Bavarian beer garden, costing around €5-€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from A&O Hostel?
A day ticket for public transportation costs around €7.50, and the cheapest way to get to the city center from the airport is by taking the S-Bahn (city train) for around €11.
When is the best time to visit München?
May, September, October. Pleasant temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than July-August. Oktoberfest draws huge crowds in late Sept but the wider month remains good.
Principales attractions à München
💡 Walk through the Hofgarten behind it for a quiet spot. The main entrance is free but the treasury costs. Stick to the courtyards.
💡 Don't pay for the tower climb—the free view from the nearby Petersplatz steps gives a nearly equivalent panorama. The crypt is often empty and serene.
💡 Grab a cheese or sausage snack at one of the standing tables – no cover charge. The beer stand near the maypole is run by local breweries and pours cheaper than tourist spots.
💡 Go early on a weekday for fewer crowds. Don't buy bottled water here—it's cheaper at any supermarket nearby. Try the Obatzda cheese spread.
💡 Thursday evening after 5pm often has free entry to the main collection. The film museum downstairs is separate and cheap, not free.
💡 Enter from Odeonsplatz. Bring a picnic and sit by the central fountain — free and rarely crowded.
💡 The free museum shows a 10-minute film about Munich's history in a restored vault. Best part: the courtyard has a free public toilet and a nearby bakery for cheap pastries.
💡 Avoid the upstairs restaurant. Head to the main hall downstairs – it's rowdy, authentic, and you'll share a table with strangers.