Your stay — Ostello
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The Property — Ostello
Ostello feels less like a hotel and more like a well-run hostel with private rooms: concrete floors, bright paint, and a self-service check-in kiosk in the lobby. The USP is pure value — you get a clean, central bed for €60-80 a night. It suits solo backpackers, student groups, or anyone who treats the room as a base for exploring Regensburg on foot.
Chronicles of Regensburg
Regensburg was founded as a Roman fort in AD 179, later becoming a free imperial city and the permanent seat of the Holy Roman Empire’s Imperial Diet from 1663 to 1806. Its medieval centre escaped WWII bombing, leaving over 1,000 listed buildings and the 12th-century Stone Bridge intact. The city is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and a quietly prosperous tech and university hub. Culturally it balances a serious beer tradition (six major breweries) with a lively student scene and a pride in being one of Germany’s best-preserved old towns.
Best Time to Visit
Full Regensburg guide →Best months
June and September: warm but not oppressive, daylight to 9pm, tourist crowds moderate (peak school holiday still builds in August).
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month because of summer school holidays across Germany and Europe. Hotel prices can jump 20-30% from July. The Regensburger Dult (folk fair) runs twice, including a late-August/early-September edition that fills rooms.
Budget shoulder season
May and early October: lows around 8-10°C, highs 18°C, fewer tourists, and hotel rates often 15% lower than July-August. The Christmas market in December is also a shoulder spike, but October is the true budget sweet spot.
Weather & packing
Regensburg sits in a continental transition zone: summers can be humid with sudden thunderstorms. Pack a lightweight rain jacket that fits in a daypack, and a fleece or jumper for cool evenings.
Live City Briefing — Regensburg
- The Regensburg main train station is undergoing platform renovations until late 2026; check Deutsche Bahn for replacement bus services on regional routes.
- The Danube river promenade (Donaumarkt) has new public seating and a seasonal floating cafe that opened spring 2026, good for an evening drink with a view of the Stone Bridge.
- City museum (Historisches Museum) now offers free entry every first Sunday of the month — starting July 2026, which includes your stay weekend.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ostello, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (rear of the building). These floors avoid street-level noise and have better natural light without direct pavement reflection.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing Schäffnerstraße. This is a central pedestrianised street with café tables and foot traffic until late evening. Rooms right above the entrance or near the stairwell also pick up reception chatter and door slams.
Best views
A rear-facing room on floor 5 looks over the inner block’s gardens and rooftops. Street-facing rooms see the Gothic facades of Schäffnerstraße but also the constant flow of people.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–5 (assuming 5 floors as typical for a 3-star in this street width). Upper floors buffer against pedestrian noise and don’t get the morning refuse collection rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Schäffnerstraße is a busy pedestrian zone: pub-goers, street musicians, and early-morning deliveries to cafés. The lift is directly behind the reception, so walls near it transmit dings and conversations.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a top-floor courtyard room when booking — the hotel can mark this as a quiet request. 2. The lift is tiny (2 people plus bags max); if stairs are fine, take the stairs to avoid queueing at check-out.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Ostello
Free WiFi throughout, speeds up to 30 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
Lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free access to PressReader via lobby tablet
Check-in from 15:00 to 22:00; early bag drop possible from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20, must be arranged by 21:00 previous day
Free at reception during opening hours (07:00–22:00); no secure overnight storage
Step-free entrance from street; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no grab rails in showers
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parkhaus am Dachauplatz at €15 per 24h; no EV chargers
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, payable on check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged at booking; a €50 credit card hold required at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kollegiatstift St. Johann Administration (168 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Buddhistisches Zentrum (174 m · ~2 min walk)
- Synagogue: Jüdisches Gemeindezentrum (203 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: St. Kassian (287 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Regensburg Arcaden — 773 m · ~10 min walk
Horst-Bergschneider-Allee — 235 m · ~3 min walk
Diözesanzentrum Obermünster — 356 m · ~4 min walk
Turmtheater — 633 m · ~8 min walk
Römer-Spielplatz — 544 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 128 m · ~2 min walk
Königsapotheke — 119 m · ~1 min walk
HUHU Asia Shop — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Regensburg Hauptbahnhof (Interims ZOB) — 349 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use local bank ATMs (Sparkasse, Deutsche Bank) for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport or train station, which typically take a bigger cut.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work in most places, but smaller cafes and stalls may prefer cash.
Round up restaurant bills or leave 5–10% for good service; taxi drivers expect rounding up to the nearest euro; hotel staff appreciate €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or coffee bar costs around €2.50–3.00.
A takeaway Döner or currywurst with fries at a snack stand runs about €5–7.
A main course at a simple Gasthof or pizza place is typically €10–14.
The area around the central station (Hauptbahnhof) and the Altstadt (old town) is packed with Döner, sausage, and bakery stands.
Rewe, Edeka, and Netto are the main supermarket chains within walking distance.
For affordable high-street shopping, head to the pedestrian zone (Kramgasse/Weiße-Lilien-Gasse) with H&M, C&A, and TK Maxx.
A single bus/tram ticket is €2.40; a day pass (Tagesticket) for the city costs €5.40, covering unlimited trips. From Munich Airport, take the FlixTrain or regional train (€25–30) — cheapest option.
Buy a Regensburg Card (€3–5) for discounts on museum entries and tours; eat lunch at bakery-cafes (backstube) for cheap sandwiches; fill a water bottle at public fountains — tap water is safe and free.
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RegensburgWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Regensburg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ostello
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 128 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Königsapotheke — 119 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Munich Airport (MUC) → Hotel Bohemian, Regensburg
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Regensburg (0941-55555) to avoid surge pricing; the ride uses autobahn A93 and tolls are included.
Munich Airport (MUC) central bus station → Regensburg central bus station (Hbf)
💡 Book at least a day ahead online for the best price; the stop at Regensburg Hbf is a 10-minute walk east to Hotel Bohemian.
Munich Airport (MUC) arrivals → Gästehaus 33, Regensburg (Kumpfmühl district)
💡 Go with a local taxi company like Taxi Zentrale Regensburg (0941 55555) rather than Munich firms – they often charge less for the return trip.
Regensburg Hbf (tram stop 'Hauptbahnhof') → Hotel Bohemian (tram stop 'Dachauplatz')
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at Hbf; the tram drops you at Dachauplatz, then it's a 2-minute walk northwest on Obere Bachgasse. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard.
Regensburg Hbf (tram stop Hauptbahnhof) → Gästehaus 33 (tram stop: Kumpfmühl or Prüfeninger Straße – depends which side of the hotel)
💡 Gästehaus 33 is a 5-minute walk from Prüfeninger Straße stop. Buy your ticket from the machine before boarding – cash only, no cards.
Munich Airport terminal (Bus stop 1, Arrivals Level) → Regensburg Hbf (ZOB bus station, takes 1h45m but beware of traffic)
💡 Avoid rush hour – the A3 motorway can add 30+ minutes. On Sundays, buses run less frequently; check flixbus.de for alternatives.
Munich Airport (MUC) - Airport Terminal station → Regensburg Hbf (city centre)
💡 Buy a Bayern-Ticket at the DB machine if you are solo or with a small group – covers RE trains and local trams to/from Gästehaus 33.
Munich Airport (MUC) via Munich Hbf → Regensburg Hbf
💡 Get a Bayern-Ticket (around €26 for one person) if you're travelling after 9am — it covers regional trains and local buses for the day, but not ICE. ICE is faster.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Regensburg central bus station (HBF)
💡 Book online at least a day ahead for the cheapest fares; the bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Ostello.
Munich Airport (MUC) → Altstadthotel Arch
💡 Book directly with a local firm like Taxi-Roth — avoids surge pricing. Pay with cash or card, but confirm beforehand.
Munich Airport (MUC) Terminal 1 → Regensburg Bus Station
💡 Book online at least two days ahead for the cheapest fare. The stop is 5 minutes’ walk from your hotel, but luggage space fills fast.
FeWo Stork (Weingasse 5, Regensburg) → Regensburg Hauptbahnhof
💡 Call 0941 56770 for fixed rates. Cheaper than Uber in town.
About Regensburg
Wikipedia ↗
Regensburg (historically known in English as Ratisbon, RAT-is-bon) is a city in eastern Bavaria, at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Naab and Regen, Danube's northernmost point. It is the capital of the Upper Palatinate subregion of the state. With more than 150,000 inhabitants, Regensburg is t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ostello?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (rear of the building). These floors avoid street-level noise and have better natural light without direct pavement reflection.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ostello?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing Schäffnerstraße. This is a central pedestrianised street with café tables and foot traffic until late evening. Rooms right above the entrance or near the stairwell also pick up reception chatter and door slams.
Is Ostello noisy?
Schäffnerstraße is a busy pedestrian zone: pub-goers, street musicians, and early-morning deliveries to cafés. The lift is directly behind the reception, so walls near it transmit dings and conversations.
Which rooms have the best views at Ostello?
A rear-facing room on floor 5 looks over the inner block’s gardens and rooftops. Street-facing rooms see the Gothic facades of Schäffnerstraße but also the constant flow of people.
What are insider tips for staying at Ostello?
1. Ask for a top-floor courtyard room when booking — the hotel can mark this as a quiet request. 2. The lift is tiny (2 people plus bags max); if stairs are fine, take the stairs to avoid queueing at check-out.
What time is check-in at Ostello?
Check-in at Ostello is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Ostello have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speeds up to 30 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ostello?
€3.50 per person per night, payable on check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Ostello?
A takeaway Döner or currywurst with fries at a snack stand runs about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ostello?
A single bus/tram ticket is €2.40; a day pass (Tagesticket) for the city costs €5.40, covering unlimited trips. From Munich Airport, take the FlixTrain or regional train (€25–30) — cheapest option.
When is the best time to visit Regensburg?
June and September: warm but not oppressive, daylight to 9pm, tourist crowds moderate (peak school holiday still builds in August).
Top Attractions in Regensburg
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the cathedral. The bridge is pedestrian-only but busy; walk halfway to the small tower for a quieter spot.
💡 Walk to the middle for the best photo. The bridge is cobbled and narrow; go early morning to avoid crowds.
💡 Climb the south tower (small fee) for a panoramic view of the old town and the Danube; it's narrow and steep, so go early.
💡 Join the free guided tour in English at 2:30 PM Monday to Saturday from April to October; ask at the tourist office.
💡 Visit at 11am on weekdays to hear the Domspatzen choir rehearse — it’s free and brilliant acoustics.
💡 Come early morning (around 9am) to avoid tour groups. The cloister is often quieter and shows Romanesque origins.
💡 Visit at midday to hear the Domspatzen choir rehearse for free. Check the schedule posted by the south entrance.
💡 Plan your visit for the monthly free Sunday; arrive right at 10 AM to avoid queues. The audio guide is worth it for context.