Tips for your group
Dedicated pages for Oktoberfest staff and visitors from 12 countries – with advice on travel, entry rules and culture.
Rooms available for the Wiesn
Your accommodation for Oktoberfest in Munich
Whether you work at the Wiesn for two and a half weeks or visit from Italy, the USA or Australia for a weekend: find the right place to stay, the best neighbourhoods and every tip you need for Oktoberfest.
- Oktoberfest 2027: September 18 – October 3, 2027
- Theresienwiese, Munich
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Around six million visitors come to Munich for the Wiesn every year – and many of them need a bed. Hotels are booked out months in advance and prices rise sharply. If you know where and when to look, you will still find a good room.
We show you places to stay in three price ranges, the best areas from the Westend to the surrounding towns, and tips that fit you exactly – for Oktoberfest staff and for visitors from all over the world.
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What you'll find here
Every price range
From tent camps and private rooms to 5-star hotels – with realistic guide prices for the Oktoberfest period.
The best locations
Which neighbourhoods are close, quiet or cheap – and when staying outside the city pays off.
Guide & checklist
Dos & don'ts in the beer tent, a packing list to tick off and a little Wiesn dictionary.
Who is it for?
Find your page
Oktoberfest staff and visitors from around the world have very different needs. Pick your category for tailored accommodation tips.
Accommodation
Places to stay in three price ranges
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.
Budget & sociable
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.
- Oktoberfest tent camps and campsites
- Hostel dorm beds
- Simple rooms in nearby towns with train links
Comfortable & personal
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.
- Private rooms („Zimmer frei“) with local hosts
- Guesthouses (Pensionen) and 3-star hotels
- Apartments for groups of friends
Premium & central
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.
- Walk to the Theresienwiese
- Concierge help with restaurants and day trips
- Large suites and apartments for families
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.
Timeline
When should you book?
Booking at the right time often saves you several hundred euros.
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9–12 months ahead
Best choice
Bookings for next year open right after the Wiesn. Rooms within walking distance are still available at fair prices.
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5–8 months ahead
Good chances
Weekends are getting scarce. If you are flexible about location, you will still find good private rooms and guesthouses.
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2–4 months ahead
Be flexible
Weekends are largely sold out. Look at weekdays, along the S-Bahn lines and in nearby towns.
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Last minute
Nearby towns & lucky cancellations
Short-notice cancellations pop up regularly. Augsburg, Freising or Rosenheim are often the solution.
Location
Where is the best place to stay for Oktoberfest?
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.
Westend & Schwanthalerhöhe
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.
Central Station & Ludwigsvorstadt
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.
Sendling & Isarvorstadt
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.
Maxvorstadt & Schwabing
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.
Along the S-Bahn main line
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.
Nearby towns: Augsburg, Freising, Dachau, Rosenheim
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.
FAQ
Questions & answers
When is Oktoberfest 2027?
Expected dates: September 18 – October 3, 2027. The official dates are published by the City of Munich.
How much does a night cost during Oktoberfest?
As a rough guide: hostel and camp beds approx. €40–130 per person, private rooms and mid-range hotels approx. €150–350 per room, upscale hotels from approx. €350. Weekends are the most expensive.
Where is the cheapest place to stay for Oktoberfest?
Along the S-Bahn lines and in nearby towns such as Augsburg, Freising, Dachau or Rosenheim. From there, the train takes you to the Wiesn in 20–60 minutes.
How early should I book accommodation for Oktoberfest?
Ideally 9–12 months in advance, especially for weekends. On weekdays you still have a chance at shorter notice.