Cheers – und Prost!
One short flight and you're in a beer tent. Here you'll find places to stay for groups and couples – plus everything that has changed at the border since Brexit.
British visitors often come in groups – for birthdays, company trips or stag and hen dos. With flight times of under two hours, a long weekend is enough for a trip to the Wiesn.
For groups in particular, it pays to book an apartment or several rooms in the same building early. Hostels and guesthouses near Central Station are popular because the airport train and the Wiesn are equally close.
Accommodation
During Oktoberfest, Munich is the most expensive city in Germany to stay in. Pick the right category, book early, and you will still find your room.
approx. €40–130 per person/night
Tent camps, campsites, hostel dorms and simple rooms outside the city – ideal for backpackers, groups and anyone who mainly comes to party.
Our tip for you
For groups, tent camps and hostel dorms are unbeatably cheap. Book together as a group so you end up in the same room.
approx. €150–350 per room/night
Private rooms, guesthouses and mid-range hotels – with your own bathroom, a quiet night and good connections to the Theresienwiese.
Our tip for you
An apartment for 4–6 people in Sendling or along the S-Bahn often costs less per head than hotel rooms – and you get a kitchen for the hangover breakfast.
from approx. €350 per room/night
4- and 5-star hotels and design apartments within walking distance of the Wiesn or in the old town – with concierge, spa and breakfast until noon.
Our tip for you
Hotels with a lounge or bar in the old town are ideal for company groups. Ask early about group rates.
Rough guide prices for the Oktoberfest period, no guarantee. Fridays and Saturdays are the most expensive; Monday to Wednesday is often much cheaper. Booking 9–12 months ahead gives you the best choice.
Location
The Theresienwiese is central. U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains get you there quickly from almost every neighbourhood – and staying outside the city often saves a lot of money.
5–15 min on foot
Right next to the festival grounds. Perfect for walking home after the tent – but lively, loud and the first area to sell out.
10–20 min on foot
The largest choice of hotels and hostels, direct S-Bahn to the airport and long-distance trains. A little hectic around the station at night.
1–3 stops on U3/U6
Quiet residential areas with cafés and beer gardens, close to the south entrance via Goetheplatz and Poccistraße. A good balance of location and price.
15–25 min by U-Bahn
Museums, university buzz and lovely cafés. Ideal if you want to combine the Wiesn with sightseeing and a bit of calm in the evening.
15–30 min by S-Bahn
Pasing, Laim, Giesing or the area around Ostbahnhof are cheaper. Get off at Hackerbrücke – from there it is about a 10-minute walk to the Wiesn.
20–60 min by regional train
Often half the price of Munich. Plan your last train back – late-evening trains on Oktoberfest weekends are packed.
Practical tips
British citizens can stay visa-free in the Schengen area for 90 days in any 180. At your first crossing, the EES records your fingerprints and photo – allow extra time at passport control.
A Maß is one litre – almost two pints – and festival beer is stronger. Downing it is a bad idea: anyone too drunk is escorted out of the tent by security.
Fancy dress is allowed, but respect the tradition: lederhosen and dirndls go down much better than costumes. Table reservations for groups are taken months in advance.
You pay in euros. Always choose „pay in euros“ at card terminals to avoid expensive conversion rates. In the tent, cash is fastest.
Not all UK providers include EU roaming. Check your plan before you travel or buy a roaming add-on.
Emergency: 112, police: 110. The British Consulate General in Munich helps with lost passports and emergencies.
FAQ
No, you don't need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. However, your passport must be less than 10 years old and valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure.
In tent camps, hostels or a shared apartment along the S-Bahn. Per person, apartments for 4–6 people are often cheaper than individual hotel rooms.
At weekends, tents are often full by late morning and close their doors. Arrive early or plan your visit on a weekday.
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