a&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof

Was caught inbetween cities on my Interrail, didn't fancy a night in the bush. Reading other reviews I almost turned away, but Haloo, it was only 18€. Common complaints with answers; It's loud. - Yes, it's next to the railway station. I slept with open windows towards the station, no problem. If you are a light sleeper, get earplugs. Lobby toilets are dirty. - Room bathrooms perfect. No kitchen - yes, but you can get hot water from the coffee machine Rude staff - definitely depends on person.

First time staying with them. Location is practical (3min walk from train station) but this also means that you hear announcements and trains all night. They advised a shared kitchen, but you have yo pay €20 (which you get back at yhe end of your stay) to use it. My bed had a pieces missing and was quite dirty. I felt itchy during the night. The bathroom was very clean tho. Great place if you only want to stay 1 night. I mean, €16 is not a lot.

The staff were friendly and my one night stay was quite comfortable! The only downside was that the USB chargers and the light on my bed did not work.