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Reviews of Alster-Hof This is the official star rating given to the property by an independent third party - the Hotelstars Union. The property is compared to the industry standard and scored based on price, facilities and services offered. Use the star rating to help choose your stay!

Esplanade 12, Hamburg Neustadt, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

#162 of 361 hotels in Hamburg

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 404 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    9.0
    Alster hof hotel is my top choice for Hamburg!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This hotel is my top choice for Hamburg. I have repeatedly rated this hotel the highest. Excellent location, room amenities, excellent staff, superb breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful, pleasant, friendly staff and nice food, fairly prized.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    no comment

    Breakfast was great, staff helping you. Room has enough cupbaords for your clothing- and it had a safe. close to public transport and surrounding is great for evening strolls.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Good place for a short stay in Hamburg.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean and funcional room with great bathroom. Single bed was comfortable, and the room was spacious and quiet. Solid breakfast - all in all very good value for the money.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Short stay in Hamburg
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room we stayed in was far away from the elevator, had to pass through some long hallways that looked almost like a maze, but i didn't find that actually disturbing, it was rather interesting to be in such a big old hotel. During the night there was a constant sound coming from the walls or from outside, like water drops falling (although it was not raining) and it went on until the morning.

    Good location, close to the city center and public transport. Easy to go to the central railway and airport (only a few train stops away). Old building but very well maintained, clean and confortable. The staff is great, especially the gentleman serving the breakfast (i am sorry i didn't ask his name) who has been working in the hotel for more than 40 years and the ladies from the cleaning, who greeted us with candies and nice words. Congratulations for choosing such good people to work in the hotel. Also, good breakfast with plenty of choices and a very good german salad. good heating system, it could be turned on and off when desired. Free bottles of water in the room :). Overall i recommend booking a room in this hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No comments all good

    Good location and exceptional comfort

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not applicable

    The location is very good, near cafées, restaurants and museums. Easy access by walk or U-bahn to the harbor area with the Elbphilharmonie.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, quiet and clean rooms.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    It was nice to be back at the Alster-Hof Hotel as I used to work as a waiter in 1967!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No hot water cooker in room.

    Extremely well located to the Binnen-Alster, Staatsoper, but also to the Kunsthalle and central railway station. Excellent breakfast. Clean, comfortable rooms.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They didnot chenge sheets every day.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    8.0
    You can travel every where easily. This is main point of hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was okay but options were limited. The workers in restaurant were not patient, this bothered us.

    Location is the best. Room was really clean and hot.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    8.0
    A good enough hotel, good value for money but if you seek privacy and beauty, look elsewhere.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    What I did not like was how you access your room. The hallways were a bit grim and too twisted, every time I was trying to find my room, it was like a big maze - very chaotic and disorganised. Also, there was super easily an access to places, where you were not supposed to go - like the heating compartment and industrial type of basement. It was looking like a normal part of the property without any warning or specific instructions. Another thing I did not like was the view from my room - I was looking at an office building at close distance where everyone could see what I do, next to my window was a construction work scaffolding and I was on the first floor so people could look at me and theoretically easily climb to my room from the walking path. Last remark I have is about the wall thickness and especially noise isolation - everything is clearly heard from the neighbouring rooms. Some people in the room next to me were not even that loud - I was able to hear all of their conversations clearly and distinctly. So if you are seeking privacy, maybe this is not the best option for you. Last remark - the room had no fridge. This for me was actually a bonus because I stayed short enough and I do not like fridges in my room because they make too much noise and disrupt my sleep. Nevertheless, I recommend the hotel as value for money.

    The hotel was well-situated in terms of transport connections - 5 minutes walk from Hamburg Dammtor and on 1 minute walk from the U-Bahn. The room was a great value for the money I paid - spacious enough, personall was friendly. Bathroom was also nice and the most important to me - bed was comfortable and especially pillows were perfect - not too soft like in the most hotels, not too hard. Curtains were well so no light pollution while sleeping. There was no fridge, but that can be a downside as well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable and clean hotel near the center of the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was great overall, perhaps the heating was a bit too high in the rooms so I had to open the window a couple of times; but as I travelled by the end of November (winter) probably it's a central system setup... but I'd rather a bit of more heat than being cold at night!

    Very well maintained building (renovated from offices, it seems). Very clean and cozy rooms with minibar, a welcome bottle of sparkling water, and renovated bathroom. The breakfast is very delicious as it has a big variety of foods (cereal, ham, cheeses, coffee, tea, plus some special german salads and desserts). The staff was friendly and very helpful. The hotel is near the train station (just about 6 minute walk) which connects easily with the airport (20 min ride). On the other side, it connects to a trendy restaurants/shopping area near the river.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    Great breakfast, excellent staff, wonderful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Great breakfast, excellent staff, wonderful location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    Nice hotel and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely big room, drinks were a very reasonable price, staff friendly and helpful!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Uncomfortable twin beds (although a double bed was requested) with two short single blankets. Breakfast with shortage of fresh fruits and a few dirty plates.

    Very good location with easy access direct from the airport. The senior breakfast waiter was very friendly and helpful. Spacious and comfortable room (excluding the bed). Good breakfast with several possibilities of improvement.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    8.0
    A very pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The sofa bed could have been more comfortable

    We had a really good 3 night stay here. Our room was surprisingly large, and had ample storage. The minibar was good value, and breakfast had a wide range of items. And I have no idea if this is common for hotels in Germany, but we were staying over St Nicholas Day and returned to our room to find that the man himself had visited and left us each some chocolate! Conveniently-located for both the main station and the airport.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    9.0
    A Pleasant Stay in Hamburg
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast buffet was very good, and frequently restocked. The location of the hotel was central and very near the train station. There were many restaurants in the area and shopping was a short stroll away.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    8.0
    Very fine one night stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Furniture in the room a bit dirty (old stains)

    Bed comfort, good shower pressure, nice staff, good breakfast

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable hotel with good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel lobby was modern and new. Some rooms were renovated and some were not. Though we got an old room it was big and comfortable. Location was convenient, U bahn was beside the hotel, many cafe and bakery nearby. Breakfast was also very good, we like it. Everything went smoothly until check out. The lady at reception insisted that we have not paid our stay even though we showed her payment confirmation on booking.com and credit card statement. At our insistence, she finally checked their system and realised we have paid through booking.com. She should have done that right at the beginning! It was very distressing as we almost missed our train because of that. After everything, she still asked us to pay a city tax which was not communicated to us prior. It was an unexpected payment as the man told us that all payments were cleared when we checked in. The amount we paid on booking.com was also clearly indicated that it’s inclusive of all taxes. As we were rushing for the train, we did not have time to argue with her and just paid the taxes. However, it was an extremely unpleasant experience which left a sour taste in our mouth.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    9.0
    Good location and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t use Wi-Fi in the room

    It’s convenient location but still quiet, close to some stations and shops. The breakfast was good, staff were friendly and very kind. The room was spacious.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    9.0
    Good hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    - on our floor, modernization works were in progress (floors and stairs covered with plastic film etc.); but there was no noise or dust, just a slightly desolate image

    - spacious and clean room (our room was a modernized one, there are also outdated ones) - large and well-equipped bathroom - good breakfast - great location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    9.0
    The staff were friendly and helpful, incl. chambermaid, breakfast waitstaff and front desk personnel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I have no complaints whatsoever.

    I was attended a multi-day conference at the CCH, which was a short walk from the Aster-Hof and a fraction of the price of the international brand hotel adjacent to the CCH. Breakfast was EXCEPTIONAL, and included in the room price as was free wifi. The staff was also very nice and helpful, as well. My room was a single, which suited my needs, and included a bathroom with shower, desktop, armchair, built in two-tier luggage stand, closet with hangers, a mini-bar refrigerator, and a room safe. Nothing more or less than I needed. PERFECT.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This particular room was newly refurbished and modern. Very nice. Mind you, they still have very old rooms in some of the hotel, which is not very nice and with very thin walls, but the new rooms are nice.

    Stayed in October 2023

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