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By going with a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including low prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: A&o Aachen Hauptbahnhof - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station) and Aachen Central Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Jugendherberge Aachen - Membership required - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Hostel Aachen - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Aachen Schanz Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and barbecue grills at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Aachen is 31 inches.

Depending on your interests, you might like to explore the area around Aachen. Get out into nature with places like Aachen Cathedral, North Eifel Nature Park, and Westpark. Cultural attractions include Aachen Town Hall, International Newspaper Museum, and Couven Museum. Visit landmarks like Ponttor, Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen, and Hauptstadion.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Aachen on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen), 16.8 mi (27 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Liege (LGG), which is 28.8 mi (46.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Eurogress Aachen Bus Stop, Aachen West Station, or Aachen (XHJ-Aachen Central Rail Station).