The upper-middle-range ARCOTEL Onyx is nestled on the avenue of Reeperbahn, Hamburg’s risqué quarter filled with sex shops and nightclubs -- though it has family-friendly shopping by day. It's within walking distance of several top attractions and well served by public transportation. Decor here is best described as funky and over-the-top eccentric at times, which might not suit all tastes. Its 215 rooms are modern and eclectically styled, equipped with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and kettles. Although the hotel has a chic bar and a cafe that serves a pricey breakfast, it lacks a full restaurant and offers limited room service. A modest fitness room and wellness area with a sauna and steam room are nice perks. The Madison Hamburg is a good alternative for those who prefer to be away from Reeperbahn Avenue and want an on-site restaurant.
The upper-middle-range ARCOTEL Onyx is nestled on the avenue of Reeperbahn, Hamburg’s risqué quarter filled with sex shops and nightclubs -- though it has family-friendly shopping by day. It's within walking distance of several top attractions and well served by public transportation. Decor here is best described as funky and over-the-top eccentric at times, which might not suit all tastes. Its 215 rooms are modern and eclectically styled, equipped with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and kettles. Although the hotel has a chic bar and a cafe that serves a pricey breakfast, it lacks a full restaurant and offers limited room service. A modest fitness room and wellness area with a sauna and steam room are nice perks. The Madison Hamburg is a good alternative for those who prefer to be away from Reeperbahn Avenue and want an on-site restaurant.
Formerly a recording studio where the Beatles cut tracks, the Generator Hostel Hamburg exemplifies industrial chic with its floor-to-ceiling windows and exposed-brick walls. Inside are wall-covering murals, some with mottos like, "chill out," others with calming forest scenes. In contrast the rooms are Spartan, but at least each has its own airplane-sized bathroom. The bar is lively -- sometimes noisily so -- and open to the public. The cafe serves cold breakfast, for a fee. Directly opposite the city's main train station, it's a great jumping off point for exploring Hamburg's neighborhoods, but the hostel is on the fringes of a gritty area around a train station that's home to sex shops. Visitors seeking a neighborhood with a safer surrounds might check out the comparable hostel, Pyjama Park Schanzenviertel.
Formerly a recording studio where the Beatles cut tracks, the Generator Hostel Hamburg exemplifies industrial chic with its floor-to-ceiling windows and exposed-brick walls. Inside are wall-covering murals, some with mottos like, "chill out," others with calming forest scenes. In contrast the rooms are Spartan, but at least each has its own airplane-sized bathroom. The bar is lively -- sometimes noisily so -- and open to the public. The cafe serves cold breakfast, for a fee. Directly opposite the city's main train station, it's a great jumping off point for exploring Hamburg's neighborhoods, but the hostel is on the fringes of a gritty area around a train station that's home to sex shops. Visitors seeking a neighborhood with a safer surrounds might check out the comparable hostel, Pyjama Park Schanzenviertel.
The upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Hamburg - City Alster is a solid choice for business travelers and tourists seeking to stay near Aussenalster Lake, a quiet area on the edge of the busy tourist zone. Its 285 rooms are typical for a chain hotel, but they’re spacious with flat-screen TVs, kettles, mini fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Executive Rooms and Suites add stocked minibars, free breakfast, and an Executive Package, which entitles guests to a range of services such as complimentary drinks at the bar and credit to spend in the hotel shop. The hotel has two restaurants, a small gym, a business center, and meeting and banquet facilities. The location is pretty good and is convenient to public transportation, and prices are competitive. Travelers could also consider the nearby Holiday Inn Express Hamburg City Center, which includes breakfast in its rates.
The upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Hamburg - City Alster is a solid choice for business travelers and tourists seeking to stay near Aussenalster Lake, a quiet area on the edge of the busy tourist zone. Its 285 rooms are typical for a chain hotel, but they’re spacious with flat-screen TVs, kettles, mini fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Executive Rooms and Suites add stocked minibars, free breakfast, and an Executive Package, which entitles guests to a range of services such as complimentary drinks at the bar and credit to spend in the hotel shop. The hotel has two restaurants, a small gym, a business center, and meeting and banquet facilities. The location is pretty good and is convenient to public transportation, and prices are competitive. Travelers could also consider the nearby Holiday Inn Express Hamburg City Center, which includes breakfast in its rates.
The George Hotel is a four-pearl property flush with a Great-Britain-in-the-'60s design. Located outside the city center, the property has enough room for an Italian restaurant, a party-vibe bar, meeting rooms, and a rooftop lounge with views of Lake Alster. A luxurious spa and free Jaguars for rent add to its luxe perks and personality. Its 125 stylish rooms have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free weights (there's no gym). Be aware that Wi-Fi is spotty and the sauna requires a fee. Travelers could also consider the Park Hyatt Hamburg, which has a pool and a gym, but rates can be higher.
The George Hotel is a four-pearl property flush with a Great-Britain-in-the-'60s design. Located outside the city center, the property has enough room for an Italian restaurant, a party-vibe bar, meeting rooms, and a rooftop lounge with views of Lake Alster. A luxurious spa and free Jaguars for rent add to its luxe perks and personality. Its 125 stylish rooms have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free weights (there's no gym). Be aware that Wi-Fi is spotty and the sauna requires a fee. Travelers could also consider the Park Hyatt Hamburg, which has a pool and a gym, but rates can be higher.