Max Hostel in Bonn

🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

Max Hostel

📍 7, Maxstraße, Bonn, 53111

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A propriedade — Max Hostel

Max Hostel sits in a converted 1960s office block a few minutes' walk from Bonn's main station. The lobby is functional and bright, with laminate floors, a vending machine and a noticeboard of bike routes and walking tours. It's clean, no-frills accommodation aimed squarely at budget travellers and backpackers who want a bed and a locker rather than a lounge.

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Crónicas de Bonn

Bonn began as a Roman fort on the Rhine and later became the seat of the Prince-Electors of Cologne, whose baroque palace now houses the university. After World War II, it served as the provisional capital of West Germany from 1949 to 1990, earning it the nickname 'the federal village'. Modern Bonn is a quiet, mid-sized city defined by its spacious parks, the Beethoven heritage and a cluster of UN agencies. Its low-rise centro storico (Altstadt) mixes chocolate-box houses with 1970s government architecture.

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Melhores meses

May and June: long, mild days with temperatures around 18-23°C, cherry blossom in the Altstadt and the lively Beethoven Festival starting in late June. September also offers warm weather and thinner crowds than high summer.

Peak / Festival Surge

July and August are peak months due to summer holidays and the Rhein in Flammen fireworks (first weekend in May, actually, but July still has strong demand). Hotel prices can jump 30-40% in summer. The Bonn Summer Festival (mid-July) draws additional visitors.

Orçamento da temporada

April and October are excellent shoulder months: lower rates, fewer tourists, and temperatures that still allow outdoor sightseeing (10-16°C). April has blossom and the Beethoven Marathon; October has the golden Rhine colours.

Tempo e embalagem

Bonn’s climate is mild but changeable; rain is possible any month, even in July. Pack a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes — a foldable umbrella is non-negotiable for sudden afternoon showers.

Livro City Briefing — Bonn

  • The Stadthaus area near the main railway station is undergoing tram-stop rebuilding until late 2026; expect some temporary footpath diversions around Oxfordstrasse.
  • A new riverside pop-up food market (Markt am Rhein) runs every Friday evening on the Alter Zoll through September 2026.
  • The Beethoven-Haus museum has extended its audio guide with a new tour in English covering Beethoven’s years in Bonn.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Max Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above 5) as the Maxstraße is a relatively busy street with tram and bus traffic. The hotel has 5 floors, and the lift is located near the entrance, which means that rooms on higher floors will be less affected by street noise.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the ground floor or rooms 101-105, as they are located near the service entrance and may receive some noise from the staff and delivery traffic.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Maxstraße does not offer a clear view of the Rhine River or the surrounding cityscape. Rooms on higher floors may offer a glimpse of the city, but it will be partially obstructed by the surrounding buildings.

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Quietest floors

Floors 6-7 are likely to be the quietest, as they are higher up and away from the street noise.

🔊 Noise notes

The noise from the street can be a concern, but it's worth noting that the hotel is located in a relatively quiet area of Bonn. However, the noise from the tram and bus traffic can be noticeable, especially during rush hour.

Insider tips

Consider requesting a room with a window on the north side (away from the street) for a quieter experience. The hotel's 24-hour reception is conveniently located near the lift, making it easy to check-in and out at any time.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — Max Hostel

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Wi-Fi

free in public areas, 1 GB per device per day; €5 for premium tier with 10 GB per device per day

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local newspapers

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Check-in / Check-out

24/7 check-in; 10:00 - 14:00 early bag-drop; €10 late check-out fee (until 16:00) on weekends

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7, €5 per bag per day

Accessibility

step-free access; wheelchair-accessible rooms available upon request; limited accessibility in some historic areas

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Parking

on-site parking available (€15 per night); nearest public car park (€3 per hour, €15 per day); no EV charging available

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory city/tourist tax)

Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Mosque: Bonner Moschee (83 m · ~1 min walk)
  • Church: Sankt Marien (256 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: Zen Dojo Bonn e.V. (396 m · ~5 min walk)
  • Church: Sankt Franziskus (499 m · ~6 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

Maximilian-Center — 941 m · ~12 min walk

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Walking & Running

Budafok-Park — 536 m · ~7 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Frauenmuseum — 366 m · ~5 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Euro Theater Central — 363 m · ~5 min walk

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Kids & Family

Veedelsgarten — 45 m · ~1 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 211 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Biber Apotheke — 510 m · ~6 min walk

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Convenience Store

Asia Shop Bonn — 596 m · ~7 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Friedensplatz — 546 m · ~7 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use ATM withdrawals with a debit/credit card for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at Cologne Bonn Airport or tourist spots due to poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common. Smaller cafes or market stalls may still prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service); tip taxi drivers by rounding up to the next euro; hotel staff don't expect a tip unless special service.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee or espresso at a standard bakery-cafe, around €2.50-€3.00.

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Best-value lunch

A doner kebab or pizza slice from a takeaway, about €5-€7.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a basic Italian or Turkish restaurant, typically €10-€14.

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Street food & cheap eats

Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz and the area around the main station have several kebab and currywurst stands, good for a cheap, filling meal.

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Budget groceries

Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main budget supermarkets; Rewe and Edeka are slightly pricier but have wider selections.

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Affordable clothes

C&A and H&M are the main high-street chains near the city centre; second-hand shops and flea markets are also common for affordable clothing.

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Cheapest way around

A single day ticket for Bonn city zone (StadtBahn + bus) costs about €4.70. From Cologne/Bonn Airport, take SB60 bus or regional train RB27 to Bonn main station (around €6 single).

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Money-saving tips

Use a reusable bottle at public drinking fountains to avoid buying water. Shop at budget supermarkets for snacks and picnic supplies. Look for lunch menus (Mittagstisch) that are cheaper than evening meals.

É bom saber — Bonn

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Bonn
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Use 112 for medical and fire emergencies; 110 for police. For non-urgent medical help, call 116117.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Rheinlust Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Stadt-Café italian;pizza
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Café Hünten cake;cookies;coffee;pie
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Asia Wok 2 asian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Casino Deutsche Welle international
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
HT Asia Fusion Food & Fine Sushi Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Vapiano italian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Eiscafe Sabatella ice_cream
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bonn, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Max Hostel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 211 m · ~3 min walkpharmacy · Biber Apotheke — 510 m · ~6 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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S-Bahn S19 or S13 from CGN €3.00

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Airport Terminal → Bonn Hauptbahnhof (main station)

30 min · Every 20-30 minutes · 04:30 - 01:00

💡 Buy a ticket from the VRS machine (zone 1b). From Bonn Hbf, take tram 61 or 62 two stops to 'Bonn, Stadthaus' for the hotel.

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Tram 61 or 62 from Bonn Hbf to Hotel €3.00

Bonn Hauptbahnhof → Hotel zur Post (Stadthaus stop)

5 min · Every 10 minutes · 04:30 - 01:00

💡 Use the same VRS ticket as the S-Bahn. The tram runs directly outside the hotel—exit the Hbf south entrance to catch it.

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Bus 603 from CGN to Bonn ZOB €3.00

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Bus stop → Bonn central bus station (ZOB)

45 min · Every 30-60 minutes · 05:00 - 22:00

💡 Slower than the train but runs door-to-door. Buy a day ticket (€8.50) if you plan more travel. From ZOB the hotel is a 10-minute walk.

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Taxi from Cologne Bonn Airport €30

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Hotel zur Post, Bonn

25 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Flat-rate taxis from the airport rank cost about €30; avoid unlicensed drivers offering rides inside the terminal.

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Sobre Bonn

Wikipedia ↗
Bonn, Germany — city travel guide

Bonn (German pronunciation: [bɔn] ), officially the Federal City of Bonn (German: Bundesstadt Bonn), is a federal city in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, located on the banks of the Rhine. With a population exceeding 300,000, it lies about 24 km (15 mi) south-southeast of Cologne, in the...

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Population 300,000
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Region North Rhine-Westphalia
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Language spoken by all generations
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Climate Change

Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at Max Hostel?

Request a room on a higher floor (above 5) as the Maxstraße is a relatively busy street with tram and bus traffic. The hotel has 5 floors, and the lift is located near the entrance, which means that rooms on higher floors will be less affected by street noise.

Which rooms should I avoid at Max Hostel?

Avoid rooms on the ground floor or rooms 101-105, as they are located near the service entrance and may receive some noise from the staff and delivery traffic.

Is Max Hostel noisy?

The noise from the street can be a concern, but it's worth noting that the hotel is located in a relatively quiet area of Bonn. However, the noise from the tram and bus traffic can be noticeable, especially during rush hour.

Which rooms have the best views at Max Hostel?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Maxstraße does not offer a clear view of the Rhine River or the surrounding cityscape. Rooms on higher floors may offer a glimpse of the city, but it will be partially obstructed by the surrounding buildings.

What are insider tips for staying at Max Hostel?

Consider requesting a room with a window on the north side (away from the street) for a quieter experience. The hotel's 24-hour reception is conveniently located near the lift, making it easy to check-in and out at any time.

What time is check-in at Max Hostel?

Check-in at Max Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Max Hostel have Wi-Fi?

free in public areas, 1 GB per device per day; €5 for premium tier with 10 GB per device per day

Is there a city or tourist tax at Max Hostel?

€2.50 per person per night (mandatory city/tourist tax)

Where can I eat cheaply near Max Hostel?

A doner kebab or pizza slice from a takeaway, about €5-€7.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Max Hostel?

A single day ticket for Bonn city zone (StadtBahn + bus) costs about €4.70. From Cologne/Bonn Airport, take SB60 bus or regional train RB27 to Bonn main station (around €6 single).

When is the best time to visit Bonn?

May and June: long, mild days with temperatures around 18-23°C, cherry blossom in the Altstadt and the lively Beethoven Festival starting in late June. September also offers warm weather and thinner crowds than high summer.

Principais atrações em Bonn

Alter Zoll & Rheinfähre Free

💡 Bring a small umbrella – it can rain suddenly. The ferry runs till 8pm in summer.

Münsterplatz & Bonn Minster Free

💡 Tower climb costs €1 – exact coins needed. Best light for photos is late afternoon.

Rheinaue Park Free

💡 Hire a bike at the Hauptbahnhof and cycle along the Rhine to the park. The Japanese garden is busiest at weekends.

Beethoven-Haus

💡 Arrive before 1pm on free Saturdays to avoid the queue. The garden out back is a quiet spot.

Kunstmuseum Bonn

💡 Go on free days; the permanent collection is well-curated. Check their website for temporary exhibitions.

ℹ️ Aviso de dados: A informação é obtida a partir de dados públicos, análises de IA e fontes da Internet. Detalhes, incluindo configurações de quartos, preços, horários de funcionamento e listas de eventos, podem ser imprecisos ou desatualizados.
How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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