The three-and-a-half-pearl Romantik Hotel das Smolka is an older, handsome hotel located outside the city center in a sleepy, upscale neighborhood. Hamburg's tourist attractions and nightlife are a trek from here, but there are two U-Bahn stations within walking distance. The 37 guest rooms have a classic, if a bit stuffy, decor, with work desks, minibars, flat-screen TVs, robes, and free Wi-Fi, and many have iPod docks, but there's no AC. Suites with kitchenettes are available, and some have private balconies and separate bathtubs. There's also a posh bar and library lounge, but facilities are limited. Travelers looking for accommodations with more amenities can comparing rates at the Crowne Plaza Hamburg - City Alster, which has two restaurants, a fitness center, and is a bit closer to the city center.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Romantik Hotel das Smolka is an older, handsome hotel located outside the city center in a sleepy, upscale neighborhood. Hamburg's tourist attractions and nightlife are a trek from here, but there are two U-Bahn stations within walking distance. The 37 guest rooms have a classic, if a bit stuffy, decor, with work desks, minibars, flat-screen TVs, robes, and free Wi-Fi, and many have iPod docks, but there's no AC. Suites with kitchenettes are available, and some have private balconies and separate bathtubs. There's also a posh bar and library lounge, but facilities are limited. Travelers looking for accommodations with more amenities can comparing rates at the Crowne Plaza Hamburg - City Alster, which has two restaurants, a fitness center, and is a bit closer to the city center.
Blocky and rather unattractive from the outside, the Apartment-Hotel Hamburg Mitte is a 120-room upper-middle-range hotel about three miles from the city center. It sits in an uninteresting corporate area, directly on a canal. Most rooms have well-stocked kitchenettes, making it a good choice for families or those on longer stays, but it’s a 25-minute trip into downtown by public transit. Rooms are spacious, clean, and pleasant, with balconies looking onto the street. Some apartment hotels lack reception and public spaces, but this one has an attractive, welcoming lounge and a large inviting lobby. Travelers willing to trade in the kitchenette for a better location should consider the Prizeotel Hamburg-City. It’s in the same price category and has a fun, cheeky design, but it’s just 12 minutes from downtown by public transit.
Blocky and rather unattractive from the outside, the Apartment-Hotel Hamburg Mitte is a 120-room upper-middle-range hotel about three miles from the city center. It sits in an uninteresting corporate area, directly on a canal. Most rooms have well-stocked kitchenettes, making it a good choice for families or those on longer stays, but it’s a 25-minute trip into downtown by public transit. Rooms are spacious, clean, and pleasant, with balconies looking onto the street. Some apartment hotels lack reception and public spaces, but this one has an attractive, welcoming lounge and a large inviting lobby. Travelers willing to trade in the kitchenette for a better location should consider the Prizeotel Hamburg-City. It’s in the same price category and has a fun, cheeky design, but it’s just 12 minutes from downtown by public transit.
The lower-middle-range Best Western Hotel Hamburg International is located in the eastern suburbs of Hamburg, about 10 minutes' drive from the city center. Set on a busy road, the setting is hardly scenic and some rooms are prone to traffic noise -- most, however, face the rear courtyard. The 113 rooms range from dated and garish to contemporary and attractive, but all have been updated with modern bathrooms. Note that while Wi-Fi is free, the signal can be weak, and there's no in-room air-conditioning. A restaurant and bar provide meals and evening drinks, but breakfast is not included. Ample free outdoor or charged garage parking are available. Overall, it's a decent option for the budget-conscious traveler, but the nearby Apartment-Hotel Hamburg Mitte offers a better value, plus kitchenettes and balconies.
The lower-middle-range Best Western Hotel Hamburg International is located in the eastern suburbs of Hamburg, about 10 minutes' drive from the city center. Set on a busy road, the setting is hardly scenic and some rooms are prone to traffic noise -- most, however, face the rear courtyard. The 113 rooms range from dated and garish to contemporary and attractive, but all have been updated with modern bathrooms. Note that while Wi-Fi is free, the signal can be weak, and there's no in-room air-conditioning. A restaurant and bar provide meals and evening drinks, but breakfast is not included. Ample free outdoor or charged garage parking are available. Overall, it's a decent option for the budget-conscious traveler, but the nearby Apartment-Hotel Hamburg Mitte offers a better value, plus kitchenettes and balconies.
The Steigenberger Hotel Treudelberg Hamburg is an upscale, country-style complex located in the semi-rural northern outskirts of Hamburg. The area is leafy and picturesque, adjoining an extensive golf course and surrounded by natural reserves -- Hamburg city center, however, is at least 30 minutes away. While many of its 225 rooms feel somewhat dated, even with old-style TVs, annex rooms are smart and contemporary with updated bathrooms. Use of the on-site country club, with an indoor pool and spa, is the hotel's highlight, though absence of an outdoor pool keep it from feeling truly high-end and kid-friendly facilities are lacking. For a more boutique experience, the nearby Hotel Poppenbuetteler Hof offers more stylish rooms at lower rates, though no spa or fitness amenities.
The Steigenberger Hotel Treudelberg Hamburg is an upscale, country-style complex located in the semi-rural northern outskirts of Hamburg. The area is leafy and picturesque, adjoining an extensive golf course and surrounded by natural reserves -- Hamburg city center, however, is at least 30 minutes away. While many of its 225 rooms feel somewhat dated, even with old-style TVs, annex rooms are smart and contemporary with updated bathrooms. Use of the on-site country club, with an indoor pool and spa, is the hotel's highlight, though absence of an outdoor pool keep it from feeling truly high-end and kid-friendly facilities are lacking. For a more boutique experience, the nearby Hotel Poppenbuetteler Hof offers more stylish rooms at lower rates, though no spa or fitness amenities.
The Poppenbuetteler Hof is an upper-middle-range, 33-room hotel situated in a leafy residential neighborhood to the north of Hamburg. It's just a short stroll from a pretty park and lake and several dining options, though the city center is at least half an hour away. Its 33 rooms and suites have been stylishly done with chic contemporary bathrooms, plus some open to balconies. Lack of air-conditioning can be an issue in summer, especially with street-facing rooms, and there's no fitness facilities. Overall, if the location suits, it's a pleasant boutique property away from the bustle, however leisure travelers might prefer the Steigenberger Hotel Treudelberg Hamburg, a little farther out but with an adjoining country club.
The Poppenbuetteler Hof is an upper-middle-range, 33-room hotel situated in a leafy residential neighborhood to the north of Hamburg. It's just a short stroll from a pretty park and lake and several dining options, though the city center is at least half an hour away. Its 33 rooms and suites have been stylishly done with chic contemporary bathrooms, plus some open to balconies. Lack of air-conditioning can be an issue in summer, especially with street-facing rooms, and there's no fitness facilities. Overall, if the location suits, it's a pleasant boutique property away from the bustle, however leisure travelers might prefer the Steigenberger Hotel Treudelberg Hamburg, a little farther out but with an adjoining country club.
With more than 500 rooms, the Grand Elysee is one of the largest hotels in Hamburg, and a major hub for business travelers and tourists. It might be a bit pricier than some of the other nearby hotels, such as the Linder-Park Hagenbeck up the road, but with six places to eat, a bar with live music nightly, a large pool and fitness center, and a huge spa and wellness center (it's authentically German -- get ready to go in the buff!), it's a step up from many competitors. Rooms, however, are quite bland given the property's advertised five-star status. The hotel is in a quiet location but within a 15-minute walk of most of Hamburg's tourist attractions and night spots, and is close to both the S-Bahn and the U-Bahn. Note: the hotel is called the Grand Elysee Hamburg, not the Grand Elysee Hotel Hamburg
With more than 500 rooms, the Grand Elysee is one of the largest hotels in Hamburg, and a major hub for business travelers and tourists. It might be a bit pricier than some of the other nearby hotels, such as the Linder-Park Hagenbeck up the road, but with six places to eat, a bar with live music nightly, a large pool and fitness center, and a huge spa and wellness center (it's authentically German -- get ready to go in the buff!), it's a step up from many competitors. Rooms, however, are quite bland given the property's advertised five-star status. The hotel is in a quiet location but within a 15-minute walk of most of Hamburg's tourist attractions and night spots, and is close to both the S-Bahn and the U-Bahn. Note: the hotel is called the Grand Elysee Hamburg, not the Grand Elysee Hotel Hamburg
Set in a 19th-century brick water tower in a leafy park, the upscale Movenpick Hotel Hamburg offers an unexpected, atmospheric setting for a chain hotel. The 226 guest rooms are comfortable but modern, with sleek wood panelling and posh amenities, with great views from those on the top floors. Property features include 13 meeting rooms, free on-site garage parking, an a la carte restaurant overlooking the park where breakfast is served (for a fee) plus an atmospheric basement bar with red-brick walls and ceilings. Wellness facilities are a true highlight and include a sauna, relaxation room, massage room, and well-equipped gym. Rates here are competitive, but guests wanting something more central may prefer The Madison Hamburg.
Set in a 19th-century brick water tower in a leafy park, the upscale Movenpick Hotel Hamburg offers an unexpected, atmospheric setting for a chain hotel. The 226 guest rooms are comfortable but modern, with sleek wood panelling and posh amenities, with great views from those on the top floors. Property features include 13 meeting rooms, free on-site garage parking, an a la carte restaurant overlooking the park where breakfast is served (for a fee) plus an atmospheric basement bar with red-brick walls and ceilings. Wellness facilities are a true highlight and include a sauna, relaxation room, massage room, and well-equipped gym. Rates here are competitive, but guests wanting something more central may prefer The Madison Hamburg.
The upscale Barcelo Hamburg sits in central Hamburg, just minutes from Alster Lake and the main train station. Interiors are sleek and stylish, while its 193 guest rooms have a minimalist design and are equipped with minibars, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and iPod docks. The open-floor bathroom plans might not be ideal for all, especially travelers who want absolute privacy. Though it lacks a spa or pool, the hotel offers an on-site restaurant, wine bar, and a sauna, but the fitness room is tiny. Business features are well-rounded, though slow and basic Wi-Fi can be a bother, especially since this purported business-friendly hotel charges a fee for faster speed. Travelers might want to compare with the Madison Hamburg, which has a similar price point, plus a full-service spa with a pool and rooms with kitchenettes.
The upscale Barcelo Hamburg sits in central Hamburg, just minutes from Alster Lake and the main train station. Interiors are sleek and stylish, while its 193 guest rooms have a minimalist design and are equipped with minibars, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and iPod docks. The open-floor bathroom plans might not be ideal for all, especially travelers who want absolute privacy. Though it lacks a spa or pool, the hotel offers an on-site restaurant, wine bar, and a sauna, but the fitness room is tiny. Business features are well-rounded, though slow and basic Wi-Fi can be a bother, especially since this purported business-friendly hotel charges a fee for faster speed. Travelers might want to compare with the Madison Hamburg, which has a similar price point, plus a full-service spa with a pool and rooms with kitchenettes.
The mid-range Holiday Inn Express Hamburg City Centre is a functional chain hotel with smart contemporary interiors popular with a mix of business and leisure travelers. The name is a little misleading, since it's about 10 minutes' drive or U-bahn journey from Hamburg's center, though there's plenty of transport links a short stroll away. Its 197 rooms are clean and contemporary, with free Wi-Fi and spacious bathrooms, and traffic noise is minimal. Breakfast is always free, though there's no on-site restaurant and health/fitness facilities are also lacking. The nearby and comparably-priced Crowne Plaza Hamburg has a small fitness center and two restaurants (though breakfast is extra).
The mid-range Holiday Inn Express Hamburg City Centre is a functional chain hotel with smart contemporary interiors popular with a mix of business and leisure travelers. The name is a little misleading, since it's about 10 minutes' drive or U-bahn journey from Hamburg's center, though there's plenty of transport links a short stroll away. Its 197 rooms are clean and contemporary, with free Wi-Fi and spacious bathrooms, and traffic noise is minimal. Breakfast is always free, though there's no on-site restaurant and health/fitness facilities are also lacking. The nearby and comparably-priced Crowne Plaza Hamburg has a small fitness center and two restaurants (though breakfast is extra).
The upper-middle-range NH Hamburg Horner Rennbahn is a streamlined chain hotel located next to Hamburg’s horse track, but quite far from the city center. Its 172 contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs and minibars, but they're a touch dated and generic to the point of being forgettable. Be aware that street-facing rooms pick up some traffic noise. The hotel provides all the basics for business travelers -- meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, and a small gym. Breakfast offers an extensive selection, but it's not included in the rates. Travelers seeking to stay closer to the city center could try the Crowne Plaza Hamburg – City Alster, which has similar rates and amenities.
The upper-middle-range NH Hamburg Horner Rennbahn is a streamlined chain hotel located next to Hamburg’s horse track, but quite far from the city center. Its 172 contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs and minibars, but they're a touch dated and generic to the point of being forgettable. Be aware that street-facing rooms pick up some traffic noise. The hotel provides all the basics for business travelers -- meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, and a small gym. Breakfast offers an extensive selection, but it's not included in the rates. Travelers seeking to stay closer to the city center could try the Crowne Plaza Hamburg – City Alster, which has similar rates and amenities.