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 The Fontenay

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10 Fontenay, Rothenbaum, 20354 Hamburg, Germany – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.6/10! (score from 802 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.4
Superb
805 reviews

Lovely hotel with beautiful interior and excellent breakfast

Wiebke Germany

It was new and fresh. Mr Wagenführ at concierge was absolutely amazing. He understood our requests and suggestions were spot on. The location right by the Alster is beautiful. I would visit again.

Happy Germany

We loved everything about the The Fontaney, but especially the staff was amazing and sets the hotel apart even from other 5* hotels.

Norman Germany

The property, staff, quality, all are outstanding.

Donella Netherlands

excellent hotel. Excellent beds, great breakfast. near the city centre, but in a quiet neighbourhood.

Peter Belgium

The room was beautifully designed. Practical, classy, functional, clean. Bathroom was fantastic with a great shower and WC.

Douglas United Kingdom

We only stayed overnight and wished we stayed longer

Noa United Kingdom

The room was beautiful, breakfast is excellent, service is very good.

Jonas Germany

Perfect Place in Hamburg, right at the city centre but calm and surrounded by water and a park. Perfect for people with dogs ;-) The spa is very nice with a pool overlooking the alster. Vallet parking is top notch.

Dochepp Germany

Excellent location and very friendly stuff!Great views and amazing lounge and lobby!Room very cosy and spacious with coffee machine and selection of teas!I will visit again for sure!

Maria United Kingdom
9.4
Superb
805 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Lovely hotel with beautiful interior and excellent breakfast”
    Wiebke Wiebke Germany Germany
  • “It was new and fresh. Mr Wagenführ at concierge was absolutely amazing. He understood our requests and suggestions were spot on. The location right by the Alster is beautiful. I would visit again.”
    Happy Happy Germany Germany
  • “We loved everything about the The Fontaney, but especially the staff was amazing and sets the hotel apart even from other 5* hotels.”
    Norman Norman Germany Germany
  • “The property, staff, quality, all are outstanding.”
    Donella Donella Netherlands Netherlands
  • “excellent hotel. Excellent beds, great breakfast. near the city centre, but in a quiet neighbourhood.”
    Peter Peter Belgium Belgium
  • “The room was beautifully designed. Practical, classy, functional, clean. Bathroom was fantastic with a great shower and WC.”
    Douglas Douglas United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We only stayed overnight and wished we stayed longer”
    Noa Noa United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The room was beautiful, breakfast is excellent, service is very good.”
    Jonas Jonas Germany Germany
  • “Perfect Place in Hamburg, right at the city centre but calm and surrounded by water and a park. Perfect for people with dogs ;-) The spa is very nice with a pool overlooking the alster.”
    Dochepp Dochepp Germany Germany
  • “Excellent location and very friendly stuff!Great views and amazing lounge and lobby!Room very cosy and spacious with coffee machine and selection of teas!I will visit again for sure!”
    Maria Maria United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.8
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.6
  • Free WiFi 9.4
High score for Hamburg

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Fontenay

The Fontenay is a 5-star hotel situated on the shore of the Alster Lake in Hamburg, within walking distance of the famous shopping area at Jungfernstieg. The city resort offers a 1,000 m² rooftop spa with an indoor/outdoor pool.

Guests can enjoy meals at the Lakeside gourmet restaurant with views over the Alster Lake as well as at the Parkview all-day-dining restaurant. The innovative Fontenay Bar offers a 320° panoramic view. In-room-dining is available 24 hours a day.

Every room at this hotel is air-conditioned and features free WiFi as well as floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful views of the surroundings. Some rooms feature stunning lake views. Some rooms and suites offer a private furnished balcony, a walk-in wardrobe and a seating area.

The Elbphilharmonie concert hall is 2.2 miles from the property. Hamburg Airport is 5 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

The Fontenay has been welcoming Booking.com缤客 guests since 5 Feb 2018.

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Most popular facilities

2 swimming pools
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa and wellness centre
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar

Currency exchange: Need local currency? This property offers currency exchange on site.

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guest reviews

9.4
Superb · 805 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.8
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.6
  • Free WiFi 9.4
High score for Hamburg

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Wiebke
    GermanyGermany
    “Lovely hotel with beautiful interior and excellent breakfast”
  • Happy
    GermanyGermany
    “It was new and fresh. Mr Wagenführ at concierge was absolutely amazing. He understood our requests and suggestions were spot on. The location right by the Alster is beautiful. I would visit again.”
  • Norman
    GermanyGermany
    “We loved everything about the The Fontaney, but especially the staff was amazing and sets the hotel apart even from other 5* hotels.”
  • Donella
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “The property, staff, quality, all are outstanding.”
  • Peter
    BelgiumBelgium
    “excellent hotel. Excellent beds, great breakfast. near the city centre, but in a quiet neighbourhood.”
  • Douglas
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The room was beautifully designed. Practical, classy, functional, clean. Bathroom was fantastic with a great shower and WC.”
  • Noa
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “We only stayed overnight and wished we stayed longer”
  • Jonas
    GermanyGermany
    “The room was beautiful, breakfast is excellent, service is very good.”
  • Dochepp
    GermanyGermany
    “Perfect Place in Hamburg, right at the city centre but calm and surrounded by water and a park. Perfect for people with dogs ;-) The spa is very nice with a pool overlooking the alster. Vallet parking is top notch.”
  • Maria
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Excellent location and very friendly stuff!Great views and amazing lounge and lobby!Room very cosy and spacious with coffee machine and selection of teas!I will visit again for sure!”
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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What's nearby
  • Hamburg Institute for Social Research
    0.3 miles
  • Hans Bredow Institute
    0.3 miles
  • Außenalster
    0.3 miles
  • Curio-Haus Hamburg
    0.4 miles
  • Museum of Ethnology
    0.4 miles
  • CinemaxX Hamburg-Dammtor
    0.5 miles
  • Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes
    0.5 miles
  • University of Hamburg
    0.5 miles
  • Theatre Hamburger Kammerspiele
    0.6 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The Table Kevin Fehling
    2.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Inner Alster Lake
    0.7 miles
  • Jungfernstieg
    0.8 miles
  • Hamburg Central Station
    0.9 miles
  • Mönckebergstraße
    1 miles
  • Town Hall Hamburg
    1.1 miles
  • Dialog im Dunkeln
    1.3 miles
  • St. Pauli Piers
    1.8 miles
  • Port of Hamburg
    1.8 miles
  • Old Elbe Tunnel
    2.1 miles
  • Fish Market Hamburg
    2.7 miles
Natural beauty
  • Lake Alster
    0 miles
  • River Elbe
    2.2 miles
Public transport
  • Train Hamburg Dammtor Station
    0.5 miles
Closest airports
  • Hamburg Airport
    4.7 miles
  • Lübeck Airport
    33.3 miles
  • Bremen Airport
    61.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
3 restaurants on site

    Parkview

    Cuisine: International

    Menu: À la carte

    Lakeside

    Cuisine: International

    Menu: À la carte

    Atrium Lounge

    Menu: À la carte

Facilities of The Fontenay

Most popular facilities

2 swimming pools
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa and wellness centre
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Canoeing Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 28 per day.
  • Accessible parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Parking garage
  • Secured parking
Transport
  • Airport drop off Additional charge
  • Airport pick up Additional charge
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - indoor
  • Open all year
Pool 2 - outdoor
  • Open all year
  • Opening times
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Heated pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Pool is on rooftop
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Make up services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules The Fontenay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

15:00 - 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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The fine print

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform The Fontenay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about The Fontenay

  • Yes, The Fontenay is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at The Fontenay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Fontenay by:

    • Taxi 25min

  • The prices at The Fontenay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Fontenay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Indoor pool
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Canoeing
    • Manicure
    • Personal trainer
    • Foot bath
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Body wrap
    • Make up services
    • Fitness
    • Live music/performance
    • Body treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Indoor pool (all year)
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Steam room
    • Facial treatments
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Pedicure
    • Massage chair
    • Spa facilities
    • Body scrub
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area

  • Check-in at The Fontenay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at The Fontenay include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Single

  • The Fontenay has 3 restaurants:

    • Parkview
    • Atrium Lounge
    • Lakeside

  • The Fontenay is 1.1 miles from the centre of Hamburg.