🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany
Alex 30 Hostel
📍 30, Alexanderstraße, Stuttgart, 70184
Your stay — Alex 30 Hostel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Konrad (316 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Katharinenkirche (497 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Ludwig-Hofacker-Kirche (688 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Christuskirche (696 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Dorotheen-Quartier — 700 m · ~9 min walk
Gerda-Taro-Platz — 300 m · ~4 min walk
StadtPalais — 433 m · ~5 min walk
Theater am Olgaeck — 243 m · ~3 min walk
Spielplatz Katharinen-/Pfarrstraße — 602 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BW-Bank — 270 m · ~3 min walk
Charlotten-Apotheke — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Weltladen — 641 m · ~8 min walk
Olgaeck — 203 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at Stuttgart Airport at a reasonable rate, but be aware that rates at airport bureaux are often less favorable than in city centers. You can also withdraw Euros from ATMs with your debit/credit card, which is often a better option.
Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are widely accepted in the 70184 area, and contactless payments are common. Many shops and restaurants also accept mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Tipping in Germany is generally less common than in the US, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. Taxi drivers do not expect tips, but you can round up the fare to the nearest euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around €1-2 at a local café or bakery, such as a traditional German bakery like a 'Bäckerei'.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a sausage or currywurst from a street food stall or a local market, costing around €5-7.
A affordable dinner option is a traditional German dish like Sauerbraten or Spätzle at a mid-range restaurant, costing around €15-20 for a main course.
The streets around the market halls in Stuttgart's city center offer a variety of street food options, including traditional German cuisine.
Aldi, Lidl, and Edeka are the most common supermarket chains in the 70184 area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the nearby Galeria Kaufhof or the Stuttgart Market Hall, where you can find a range of affordable clothing and accessories.
A day ticket for public transportation costs around €6, and you can buy it at any ticket machine or newsstand. From the airport, the cheapest option is the S-Bahn (city train) to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, then take the U-Bahn or bus to your destination.
Buy a Stuttgart Card, which grants free admission to many attractions and public transportation.Take advantage of happy hour deals at bars and restaurants, which often offer discounts on drinks and food.Consider shopping at local markets or second-hand stores for unique and affordable souvenirs.
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StuttgartWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Stuttgart, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Alex 30 Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BW-Bank — 270 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Charlotten-Apotheke — 191 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre (Rotebühlplatz stop) → Stadtmitte (city centre)
💡 This bus connects to the main shopping street (Königstraße). The hotel reception sells day tickets for €6.30, which cover all buses and trams within Stuttgart zone 1.
Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre (Rotebühlplatz stop) → Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 The U12 and U14 run right outside the hotel. For exploring Stuttgart’s hills, take the U15 up to Killesberg. The trams are more reliable than buses during morning rush hour.
Stadtmitte or Hauptbahnhof stations → Various local destinations (e.g., Königstraße, Schlossplatz)
💡 Your hotel is a 3-min walk from the main station's U-Bahn entrance. Buy a 'Tageskarte' (day ticket) for unlimited travel within the city centre zone—€7.30, valid until 6am next day.
Hauptbahnhof (main station, 15-min walk from hotel) → Rathaus or Olgaeck (for local trips)
💡 The hotel is walkable from most central U-Bahn stops. For Schlossplatz or the art museum, just walk – it's under 10 minutes.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stadtmitte station (5-min walk to hotel)
💡 Buy a single 'Einzelfahrkarte' or use the VVS app. The hotel is on Königstrasse; get off at Stadtmitte, not Hauptbahnhof.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine before boarding. Validate it at the blue stampers on the platform or you risk a €60 fine. The station is directly under the airport terminal.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy the ticket from machines near the airport train platform—don't forget to validate it at the blue stampers before boarding.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 The bus (line 42) goes direct to the main station. Less crowded than the S-Bahn during peak hours, but slightly slower.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Garner Hotel Stuttgart City Centre
💡 Agree on a flat rate to the centre before you get in; many drivers accept card but cash is smoother.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → PLAZA INN Rieker Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof
💡 The flat rate to city centre is around €25–35. Always confirm the price before getting in—airport taxis are licensed and use meters.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre
💡 The flat rate to central Stuttgart is €30-€40. Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals; Uber works but often costs the same. Tip rounding up to the next euro is fine.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) bus station A4 → Mörikestraße (10-min walk to hotel)
💡 Runs directly to the city centre if you don't want the underground. The walk from Mörikestraße is flat and straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Alex 30 Hostel?
Check-in at Alex 30 Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Alex 30 Hostel?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a sausage or currywurst from a street food stall or a local market, costing around €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Alex 30 Hostel?
A day ticket for public transportation costs around €6, and you can buy it at any ticket machine or newsstand. From the airport, the cheapest option is the S-Bahn (city train) to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, then take the U-Bahn or bus to your destination.
Top Attractions in Stuttgart
💡 The free collection is in the basement; go straight down the stairs, avoid the paid upper floors. The glass roof gives good city views from inside.
💡 Check out the weekly farmers' market on Saturdays for local produce and a lively atmosphere. Grab a beer at a nearby brewery pub afterwards.
💡 The free section includes works by Beckmann and Schlemmer. Visit on a Wednesday when the entire museum is free after 5pm.
💡 Take the lift to the top for panoramic views over the city. The rooftop terrace closes at dusk, so go late afternoon. It's also a quiet place to sit and read for free.
💡 Head to the top-floor café for a cheap coffee and a view over the rooftops. Free entry on first Sundays of the month for the building itself.
💡 Go on a Wednesday for free general entry, but the special exhibitions still cost extra. The building itself (by James Stirling) is worth a look.
💡 Go on a Wednesday afternoon (closes at 8pm) to avoid queues. The modern wing has an impressive view of the city from its roof terrace.
💡 Stop at the kiosk near the station end for cheap pretzels; it's a local lunch spot for office workers.