Elevate your stay with top-notch amenities and take in breathtaking city views. Find tranquility by unwinding at the sauna or exploring nearby cultural landmarks.
Experience the vibrant Hamburg City Center at Hotel Alster-Hof, with a hair salon and dry cleaning services for a refreshed look. Enjoy rest and relaxation at the sauna or explore nearby attractions like Hamburg City Hall, all while taking advantage of amenities like free in-room WiFi, a gym, restaurant and bar - previous guests have raved about the helpful staff.
Located near a boardwalk, Hotel Alster-Hof is in Hamburg City Center neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Miniatur Wunderland and Elbe Philharmonic Hall are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Reeperbahn and Fish Market. Check out an event or a game at Volksparkstadion, and consider making time for Hagenbeck Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing. Visit our Hamburg travel guide
Esplanade 12, Hamburg, HH, 20354
What's nearby
Jungfernstieg
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Inner Alster Lake
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Hamburg City Hall
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hamburg State Opera
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Congress Center Hamburg
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Stephansplatz U-Bahn
1 min walk
Hamburg Dammtor Station
6 min walk
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
33 min drive
Restaurants
Hofbräu Wirtshaus Esplanade
3 min walk
Campus Suite
2 min walk
L’Osteria
4 min walk
Casino Esplanade
2 min walk
Tipsy Baker Bar Hamburg
1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Alster-Hof
Hotel near Miniatur Wunderland
At Hotel Alster-Hof, you can look forward to a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a gym and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Concierge services, a porter/bellboy and a front desk safe
A TV in reception, a lift and smoke-free property
Multilingual staff, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and minibars. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 9.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.80 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: EUR 9.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Alster-Hof pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 9.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Alster-Hof?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Alster-Hof on 8 Mar 2026 start from HK$914, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Hotel Alster-Hof?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Alster-Hof?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 50 (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Alster-Hof located?
Located in Hamburg City Center, this hotel is steps from Casino Esplanade and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Miniatur Wunderland. Inner Alster Lake and Jungfernstieg are also within 5 minutes. Stephansplatz U-Bahn is only a 2-minute walk and Gaensemarkt U-Bahn is 5 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Alster-Hof Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Check in and check out was quick and efficient. Staff including front desk and breakfast were friendly. The room was clean and the hotel is in a prime location. I would go here again.
We had a suite with a wonderful skyline view on the top floor of the hotel. The room was spacious, clean, and modern. Nice breakfast. Excellent location near the train station and walkable distance for most attractions of the city. Highly recommend booking a top floor suite at this hotel.
Family trip to Hamburg. Hotel is in a great location. Free parking after 8pm in front of hotel on the boulevard street. Other than that a parking structure I was told was 15min away.
Room was great and breakfast as well.
The hotel was ideally placed for exploring the city. The room was on the 6th floor and was quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was included in the rate and the vegan food choices were good. The Reception staff were welcoming and helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Sharon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Stephen
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Plus side. Location. Clean and safe. Downside: dated rooms. Breakfast options limited. Rooms decent. Some road noise and the maid likes to start her work at 7am!! Very convenient though. Be careful, windows open wide and be careful with small children. Seems like it is being updated so will
Improve.
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
gloria
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was lovely and in a great location. It was very close to restaurants and shops. It was an older hotel so the room furnishings were older. The bathroom was remodeled. The breakfast and lounge area were nice. Breakfast offered a variety of items and was very good. If you enjoy a more traditional hotel , I would recommend it. The staff were very courteous and professional.
I was doing the Ironman in Hamburg. The hotel was super clean and the staff were amazing however its opposite a casino and the rooms facing the casino are very loud with music. So you have to have the window shut. And there is no aircon so super hot.
A delightful family-run hotel just 50 or so yards from the Stephanplatz Ubahn station. Comfortable and compact rooms (a little too compact perhaps) and an excellent breakfast. The desk staff are charming and helpful (except for one grumpy young man during the day) and the hotel is remarkable value for money. Congratulations.
Excellent value for money. My room was an older style single, but perfectly adequate for a 3 night stay. Good location, near Alster lakes (great for a stroll/run) and beautiful Planten un Blomen park. Rathaus about 1/2 mile. Breakfast and cleaning staff efficient and friendly. Poor WiFi. Laeiszhalle also within easy walking distance, where I attended a concert. Would use again.
Easy and fast check in. Very well located. The room is very basic but has what is needed. 10 out of 10 for cleanliness with a very comfy bed and. Could have been better if it had air conditioning, specially during the heatwave now but, unfortunately, not even a fan I had in the room. Staff are all very polite and pleasant.
Breakfast is average but ok. The location is, undoubtedly, the highest selling point. If younger travelling on a budget, I totally recommend it.
I stayed here from the 22nd to 25th August. I am currently learning German and the staff were excellent in helping me to develop & learn. The hotel provided excellent breakfast options, had transport for the U-Bahn down the road and was next door to a variety of excellent shops.
Fully recommend for anyone wanting a great stay in Hamburg. The only - point was no air conditioning in the rooms, hopefully this can be added in future, but not a major issue.
Good hotel in the center city . Convenient and walkable to all major attractions. Did not like the check in process . They could not find my reservation for a while . Not pleasant . Rooms are nice and clean. Sofa had stains on it .
It was such amazing stay in the hotel. Room was big and clean, and there is the best staff I've ever experienced in a hotel! Everyone was so helpful and friendly, especially the head waiter at the breakfast - what a lovely person! The location is perfect, very close to everywhere, well connected with public transport and many shopping options around. Thank you so much, I will definitely come back.