a&o Hostels
a&o hostels are especially attractive to backpackers on a budget, families and business travellers. They have a range of moderan facilites to suit nearly all traveller types, offering an affordable price tag and excellent locations.
These hostels are BIG, with hundreds of rooms in each property.
a&o Hostels currently have 40 properties spread over Germany and other European cities. Discover a&o in major cities such as Amsterdam, Prague, Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Venice and many more.
Let's hear what The People Hostel team has to say:
"a&o Hostels offer affordable and comfortable rooms with a hotel standard, mostly directly in the heart of your destination town."
Let's take a look at the perks of staying at one of these hostels:
- Only pay for the services you actually use
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hr onsite bar
- Entertainment (billiards, children's corner, foosball)
- Breakfast, dinner & packed lunches available
All of a&o Hostels include the aforementioned, and they also offer plenty of little details to make your stay super easy & comfortable.
For instance, some of the hostels also offer conference rooms (great for business trips) and laundry facilities.
This hostel chain also offers amazing security. Each hostel includes night guards, 24hr reception, window tipping locks and video cameras.
Who stays at a&o Hostels?
"Whether you're a backpacker, solo traveller, family on vacation, or business traveller: a&o Hostels offer affordable and comfortable rooms with a hotel standard, mostly directly in the heart of your destination town."
They definitely support this claim by offering solid room choices at each hostel, including:
- Single room
- Double room
- Family room
- Shared dorms (4, 6 & 8-beds + female only options)
And guess what? Every room comes with a private bathroom!
Also, pets are allowed in all rooms except the dorms for an extra fee. So, you can expect to meet cool travellers with their pets at a&o!
Groups and school trips are also very welcome at a&o.
How much?
To help you figure out if this hostel chain matches your budget, here is a quick overview of average prices to stay here.
- Avg. Prices per Bed € 12
- Avg. Prices Private Rooms € 24
Overall, this hostel chain is affordable for even the most budget-conscious traveller. Obviously this depends which room you book and other factors such as season and location.
We are excited to share with you a complete list of a&o Hostels in the world!
Below is every single a&o Hostel for you to explore. Simply click and compare prices on all major booking platforms.
At a glance
About a&o Hostels
- 38 Properties
Locations
Where can you stay at a&o Hostels?
"…There is a twenty-four-hour hotel bar with snacks and a pool table that costs a fortune. There is a cash machine, coffee machine, and cigarette machine in the lobby. The hostel has a parking. A very ... more details
A&o Berlin Friedrichshain
"…It is a good value. This hostel is near a Metro station and it is not so expensive for Berlin. The rooms were clean and the staff was great, only problem there are no shutters just a see-through ... more details
A&O Berlin Hauptbahnhof
"…Advertised, internet and rates charged at reception do not seem to match. Breakfast at €7 is not included and overpriced. The 8bed dorms suffer from that beds are not numbered, no one knowing which ... more details
"…The lobby bar attracts with drinks and snacks 24/7. In particular when it comes to sport, we offer advice and assistance for our guests. Bus and parking spaces are available, for those who are ... more details
A&O Berlin Mitte
"…The fire alarm was set off by an idiot who decided to spray a fire extinguisher in the hall and stairwell. They still let the kid stay there after a whole floor was evacuated and subject to waiting ... more details
"…We look forward to welcoming you in our a&o Bremen! The Übersee-Museum and its important ethnological exhibitions are just a stone's throw away. The historical quarters with the Town Hall - a ... more details
"…We offer the perfect accommodation for a trip to Budapest: with a central location and the best prices! Legal information: Our registration number in Hungary (NTAK regisztrációs szám) is ... more details
"Dirty, foul smell, and uncomfortable beds - The rooms need far better cleaning & maintenance. The bathrooms were covered in grime. Many parts of the buildings especially some of the hallways smelled ... more details
"…We really love our inner courtyard as it's the perfect place to relax with a book on warm days. Those wishing to get active can let off steam with a round of table football or on our billiards table ... more details
A&O Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
"…There is a dining area downstairs where guests can feast on breakfast if they choose to pay the fee. There are many options at breakfast, including bread, butter, jam, ham, pork, salad, cereal, ... more details
A&O Dresden Hauptbahnhof
"…The hostel offers free luggage storage, but guests must pay for internet access. The buffet breakfast is extra, but sometimes asking for a room rate with breakfast will get you a better deal overall ... more details
A&o Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof
"…A bit noisy at night but close to town. Helpful staff and private lockers in the rooms. Not enough wall-sockets for chargers. No bed lights." …"…The main shopping street is only 200 meters away. ... more details
"…The hostel is quite large with many rooms, which are kept clean. Linens and towels are included in the price. The doors open with a keycard. Beds are assigned, and each bed also has an assigned ... more details
"…The Location The location of A&O's Galluswarte hostel is convenient, only a twenty-minute walk from the train station and about a thirty-minute walk from central Frankfurt. It is also services by ... more details
"…Optionally, as in all our a&o hotels, there is also the late check-out or packed lunches for little money. Accommodation In 226 single, double, family and shared rooms you sleep cheap, well ... more details
"…Holland, 13-08-2017 - After a long trip we booked this hotel for 1 night. The room and the staff were ok, but it was VERY VERY noisy. You could hear the neighbors on both sides and the disco sound ... more details
"So so - it has a good location. 5 mins walk to U-bahn and S-Bahn. but it was a little bit noise at night." …"…It is just a short 5 minute walk to the Central Station. Due to its central location the ... more details
A&O Hamburg Hammer Kirche
"…In this hotel/hostel there is no common area, breakfast was poor and six Euros for it was too much. In Hamburg you'll find great hostels for the half of the price of this place. You have been warned ... more details
A&O Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
"Much money for a poor location - The hostel is nice but the location is horrible and very unsafe during the night." …"…The a&o Hamburg is located 500 meters or just one underground station from the ... more details
"…They can be easily reached by foot. The Central Station is just four intra-city train stops away. The character and authenticity of the building fit right into the district and makes it one of the ... more details
"…If your card is invalid, property will contact you for new card details. If you don't provide those details, property is entitled to cancel your reservation. Important Information: We will ... more details
"…There is a breakfast buffet that costs extra. There is also free Wi-Fi and it works fast and well! Summary A&O Is a good place to stay -- the staff seem professional and the standards are high ... more details
A&O Köln Dom
"…- only non-smoking rooms - daily newspaper - free luggage room - Check-out till 10:00 am (11:00 am on the weekend) - Late-Check-Out till 2:00 pm on request (10 € per room extra, only for ... more details
"Surprisingly quiet - Convenient location near Hbf. Surprisingly quiet given that it backs on to the railway lines, but almost all rooms face towards the road. Generous dimensions. Breakfast looked ... more details
A&o Köln Neumarkt
"…I have very rarely experienced this, a smell that can make you throw up your inner guts faster than a rotten dead body on the Ganges, in my room. Talking to reception was basically am gigantic loss ... more details
A&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
"…Cleaning seems to get done daily but rather perfunctory. Reception, appears to be understaffed by student part timers. I did not sample the breakfast at € 7. In all a mixed experience. I'd rate 2-3 ... more details
A&O München Hackerbrücke
"…Location wise, it's about a twenty- to twenty-five-minute walk from the main train station but I found I actually enjoyed the walk, so much so that I hardly took the tram (which you can do and which ... more details
A&O München Hauptbahnhof Hostel
"…this hostel/hotel was in a great location two mins from the hauptbahnhof and a five-minute walk to the beerfest and marienplatz. The rooms were really clean and cleaned every day -- however we found ... more details
"…But according that it is still under decoration, the building is a bit messy and the room has a strong smell of formaldehyde. Although according to the very low price during the oktoberfest, i still ... more details
"…Rooftop bar was closed except at weekend which was a tad disappointing. Mine was a late booking so I ended up in the bottom bunk in a family room which was very tight on space. I've stayed at a few ... more details
"…The a&o Prag Rhea is located only 3 minutes away from the next tram station. With its central location it is the perfect starting point for exploring the city – for groups as well as for families ... more details
"…The Erasmus Bridge is 2.2 km away. Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. In the morning, guests can start the day with a continental breakfast buffet." …"The ... more details
"…In our hotels the world comes together and our young and friendly staff is 365 days a year 24 hours there for you, to ensure an enjoyable stay and peaceful nights. Also the lobby bar offers drinks ... more details
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"…Non-refundable booking: Property will charge the outstanding amount at any time after the booking has been made. If your card is invalid, property will contact you for new card details. If you don ... more details
"- A&O Weimar is a large hostel and hotel, a little ways from the centre of Weimar. It’s modern and spacious, with good Wi-Fi throughout. It’s a does-what-it-says-on-the-tin option, rather than a ... more details
"…The manager reacted as if the theft was a routine here. The police was called and came into the room early in the morning to request everyone's passport. This place ruined my stay in Vienna. I would ... more details
"…If you want to actively discover Vienna, a&o offers its own bike rental service. Parking is available for those arriving by car. Insider tip: Near the hostel are the Stadtbahn arches, where the hip ... more details
