Hamburg

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Photo provided by German National Tourist Board
Hamburg showing a bay or harbor
Speicherstadt featuring a bridge and a city
Stadtpark showing a park
Hamburg Dungeon showing signage

Where to stay in Hamburg

Hamburg City Center which includes a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Hamburg City Center

4.5/5(215 area reviews)

Imposing Renaissance Revival structures like Hamburg Rathaus and three main churches, St. Jacobi, St. Katharinen, and St. Petri, adorn this district. Explore museums like Hamburg Kunsthalle and enjoy performances at Thalia Theater.

Hamburg City Center
Hamburg City Center which includes a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Hamburg-Mitte

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Discover Hamburg-Mitte's bustling urban center, home to the historic Altstadt, Neustadt, and HafenCity districts. Enjoy the green oasis of Planten un Blomen park, and easily navigate with the city's rapid transit system.

Hamburg-Mitte
Japanese Garden showing a river or creek and a garden

Saint Pauli

4/5(35 area reviews)

Experience the lively atmosphere of St. Pauli, Hamburg's entertainment hub, featuring musicals, theaters, bars, and clubs in the "sinful mile." Explore iconic landmarks like Beatles-Platz square and Hans-Albers-Platz near Reeperbahn.

Saint Pauli
Hamburg

HafenCity

Noted for its restaurants and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in HafenCity. Top attractions like Hamburg Cruise Center and International Maritime Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at HafenCity Universität Station or Überseequartier Station to see more of the city.

HafenCity
Botanical Gardens which includes an observatory, a garden and a pond

Altona

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Altona. If sightseeing is on the list, Trabrennbahn Hamburg Bahrenfeld is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Othmarschen S-Bahn or Klein Flottbek S-Bahn to see more of the area.

Altona
Winterhude showing a park

Hamburg-Nord

4/5(54 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Sporthalle Hamburg and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Hamburg-Nord. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Alsterdorf U-Bahn or Sengelmannstrasse U-Bahn.

Hamburg-Nord
Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg
Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg
Heiligengeistbruecke 4, Hamburg, HH
The price is AED 523 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 523
AED 560 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Breakfast was amazing
"Firstly, the location was perfect for us. We landed at Hamburg and one direct train took us to within 2 minute walk to the front door. It is close to the alt stadt and harbour area, which we frequented, but it is actually quite central to a lot of stuff. The hotel was very nice. Check in was a breeze ..."

Reviewed on 19 December 2024

Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Kirchenallee 34-36, Hamburg
The price is AED 489 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
AED 489
AED 523 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,063 reviews)
"The location was amazing. Staff were great."

Reviewed on 16 January 2025

Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Scandic Hamburg Emporio
Scandic Hamburg Emporio
Dammtorwall 19, Hamburg, HH
The price is AED 422 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
AED 422
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect hotel in the very middle for shopping. Great room, the breakfast was amazing and the check in was fast and we were greeted and with big smiles. Very welcoming"

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Scandic Hamburg Emporio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Willy-Brandt-Strasse 25, Hamburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,083 reviews)
Great hotel for extended stay…
"We booked a large, one bedroom apartment for a combination business trip and family get away. Great location, really friendly staff, small kitchen but absolutely useable. The washing machine in unit is beyond tiny but still very useful."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Ditmar-Koel-Strasse 1, Hamburg, HH
Stay at this aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (842 reviews)
"Overall a really great hotel. There are only minor things like teabags,one dishwasher tablets more and ensure that the electric carparks only used by electric cars. Highly recommended for a weekend or business trip to Hamburg. We will come back"

Reviewed on 4 January 2025

Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Citadines Michel Hamburg
Citadines Michel Hamburg
Ludwig-Erhard-Strasse 7, Hamburg, HH
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,505 reviews)
"Great location for Christmas Markets and sightseeing. Hotel also has free water available and tea, coffee, hot chocolate machine which is great. Would highly recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on 14 December 2024

Citadines Michel Hamburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Hamburg

4.5
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would have liked to see it!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very beautiful city just to walk around and experience.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visited the Christmas markets that were still open the week between Christmas and New Years. Great variety of food and crafts. On a Saturday afternoon/evening in late December, the city was alive with people on the streets and in the shopping areas

5/5 - Excellent

Na

Beautiful city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Once you figure out public transportation, you are fine!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Hamburg is absolutely beautiful! It was truly a pleasure to explore the city and learn about its history and culture.

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