When it comes to accommodation, Munich is – like a perfectly poured Steiner – full to the brim, and among the options are several hostels for the budget-minded.
(Photo: Luiza Puiu / Courtesy Wombats City Hostel Hauptbahnhof
Popular with price-conscious backpackers and those keen to meet other travellers while in town, hostels combine affordability with a sociable atmosphere. Many of them have a choice of private rooms or cheaper shared dormitories available, but both are invariably easier on the pocket than a hotel. If you’re coming to Munich and would like to find a hostel for your stay, we’ve picked out 3 of the best that the city has to offer.
Wombats City Hostel Hauptbahnhof
A consistently highly-rated hostel franchise, Wombats City Hostel’s Munich outpost ranks among one of the very best to be found anywhere in the city. Clean, comfortable and centrally located, Wombats combines a prime spot with plenty of amenities. Every dorm and private room has its own bathroom, with some double rooms offering a terrace for that extra bit of hostel luxury.
There are also kitchen facilities for those who want to cater for themselves d and save money on eating during their stay, or guests can opt for the hostel’s bar/restaurant where meals are served throughout the day. An all-you-can-eat breakfast is served every morning and is available for an additional fee. From $29 per night.
Euro Youth Hostel
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The architecture and surroundings of the Euro Youth Hostel create part of the hostel’s charm; the 19th-century building is one of the only pre-World War II buildings left in the historic Hauptbahnhof area, and the building used to be a hotel so comes with some extra luxury touches. In this central location, guests will be close to a variety of bars and restaurants, cultural spots and transport links.
The hostel has minimal catering options, with a microwave to help guests fix meals, and it offers an all-you-can-eat breakfast every morning for a small additional cost. The in-house bar also serves meals and hosts regular four-hour-long happy hours, giving guests an ideal space in which to relax and socialise at their leisure. From $22 per night.
Meininger Munich Olympiapark
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If you’re seeking a hostel but still want the privacy of your own room without sharing with strangers, our top recommendation is Meininger Munich Olympiapark. Situated close to the Olympic Park, a 25-minute subway ride from the city centre, this hostel is spread over eight floors and features a range of private rooms ranging from one to six beds, each equipped with an ensuite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, sockets and desks, while towels and bedding are also included in the room price.
Alternatively, the hostel also offers shared dormitories of varying sizes, while elsewhere in the hostel, guests can make use of a communal lobby area, a games zone, a kitchen and a bar. For nearby entertainment, the nearby Olympic Village plays host to a regular programme of social and cultural events. From $21 per night.