Hamburg is an amazingly unique city in Northern Germany. Having a place to stay with a kitchen is a great way to way to save money on meals. These are fast becoming the Airbnb alternative in Europe due to restrictions and hotels realizing what people want. Here is a list of Hamburg apartment hotels you will love!
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I've hand-picked the 10 best Hamburg Apartment Hotels of course based on how nice they are and that they are perfectly located in Hamburg.
More importantly, I'll tell you what's around them, and how easily you can get to the things you want to do.
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Whether you are a business traveller, solo traveller, or travelling with a family, having more living space can make an extended stay in a city much more comfortable. Constantly eating in restaurants can get tiring and expensive. So what options do you have? Welcome to aparthotels. There are so many
Save Money
Aparthotels give travellers (like myself) a kitchen available in their accommodation. To save some money when I travel, I like to make two meals a day in my vacation home.
Buying groceries in a local neighbourhood is also a great way to experience Europe's different foods and cultures.
A meal in an inexpensive restaurant in Hamburg is around €13 and €30 for a mid-range restaurant.
If you budget for three meals a day for two people at an average of €20 per person, that's an extra €120 a day on top of the cost of a normal hotel.
Cook a couple of meals, and now you are saving a lot of money on your trip. Why pay the same rate for just a normal hotel?
An Airbnb Alternative
Apartment hotels or Aparthotels are the hotel industry's response to the Airbnb / VRBO vacation homes. They offer at minimum a kitchenette or full kitchen giving travellers what they have been asking for, somewhere to cook.
The other issue is, that cities around Europe are starting to restrict Airbnbs or ban them altogether because it takes living space away from residents. The prices on Airbnb and VRBOs are rising, often from high "cleaning fees" and other "owners fees". Places that look like $100 per night turn into $200 a night quickly.
Security
The advantage of an Apartment Hotel is the 24-hour access and security. When I booked Airbnbs, I had to make arrangements for my arrival time. Flight and train times can make this difficult. I've had to sit in a cafe for hours waiting to meet the owner for a key.
Apartment hotels have standards that they adhere to. Many Apartment hotels have 24-hour security and staff, giving you peace of mind for you and your things during your stay.
Hamburg Districts
Hamburg is made up of seven districts. Hamburg Mitte (centre) is where the majority of the places to visit in Hamburg are. Altona is another popular place and is home to world famous Reeperbahn and Fischmarkt.
- 1Altona
- 2Bergedorf
- 3Eimsbüttel
- 4Harburg
- 5Mitte
- 6Nord
- 7Wandsbek
The 10 Hamburg Apartment Hotels in this post all reside in two districts. Mitte and Altona. These two areas are closest to all the sites you want to see in Hamburg.
Hamburg also has a great public transit system so staying in these two areas makes getting around super convenient.
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Hamburg Mitte
Hamburg Mitte is the most well-known area in Hamburg. It is home to famous sites like:
- Speicherstadt
- Rathausmarkt
- Chilehaus
- Alter Elbtunnel
- Reeperbahn
- Miniatur Wunderland
- St. Michel's Church
- Planten un Blomen
- Elbphilharmonie
Reeperbahn
Reeperbahn has an interesting history and a bit of misconception for some. Reeperbahn is a street that is lined with nightclubs, bars and restaurants.
Reeperbahn is where the Beatles got their start in the early 1960s before the rest of the world knew of them. Reeperbahn has lots of music venues that come alive at night. You'll even find the Operettenhaus musical theatre here.
Reeperbahn is also home to the largest red-light district in Europe outside of Amsterdam. Here you will find strip clubs, sex shops and brothels. This is mostly on the south side around Hans-Albers-Platz, Davidstraße and Herbertstraße. It is blocked off with large screens and signs saying it is prohibited for women and juveniles.
If it's your first time here, the best way to experience it is with a tour.
Hamburg Altona
Hamburg Altona sits on the West side of Mitte. It runs along the Elbe River and borders Mitte, making it a very convenient place to stay. You can use public transit and get to many of the sites around Hamburg in 15-minutes.
Here you will find sites like:
- Altona Fischmarkt
- U-bootmuseum
- Treppenviertel (Blankenese)
- Reeperbahn
- Jenischpark
Quick Comparison of Best Hamburg Apartment Hotels
Here is a quick comparison chart of the best Hamburg apartment hotels. You can use the filters to filter by:
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- Travel time to city centre by public transport (mainly subway)
- Average rating
- Rates (lowest to highest or highest to lowest)
Rates may change due to the time of year and availability. Click on the link to see the most current price for when you plan on travelling.
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Hotel Name | Location | Time to City Centre | Rating | See Rates |
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Mitte (Speicherstadt) | 10 mins | 4.3 / 5 | 7 | |
Mitte (Speicherstadt) | 5 mins | 4.4 / 5 | 4 | |
Mitte (Portuguese Quarter) | 7 mins | 4.4 / 5 | 8 | |
Mitte (Neustadt - Newtown) | 10 mins | 4.3 / 5 | 5 | |
Mitte (Altstadt) | 1 min | 4.4 / 5 | 9 | |
Altona (Sternschanze) | 13 mins | 4.7 / 5 | 19 | |
Altona (St. Pauli) | 10 mins | 4.5 / 5 | 2 | |
Altona (St. Pauli) | 7 mins | 4.4 / 5 | 1 | |
Altona (by Fischmarkt) | 19 mins | 4.4 / 5 | 6 | |
Altona (Altstadt) | 11 mins | 4/ 5 | 3 |
Interactive Map of Best Hamburg Apartment Hotels
Best Hamburg Apartment Hotels - Mitte
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg - Speicherstadt
4-star Aparthotel in the heart of Speicherstadt
0.3 km to the city centre
Adina Apartment Hotel Speicherstadt is one of Hamburg's most popular Apartment hotels, and for good reason.
It is a four-minute walk from the famous Wasserschloss, Dialog Im Dunkeln, and Chilehaus in Speicherstadt. Within a 3-4 block radius there are 18 restaurants and cafes. A bakery is right down the street, and you can find an Edeka grocery store less than a kilometre away.
This Apartment hotel rooms have a washer and dryer in the room! There are bonuses of an indoor pool and sauna. You'll also find a restaurant, bar and gym on-site.
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Rating 4.3 / 5
Citadines Michael Hamburg
4-star Luxury serviced apartments
1.3 km to the city centre
Another fantastic location. You are less than a kilometre away from Miniatur Wunderland, Speicherstadt, Rathausmarkt, and the harbour front with all the main attractions.
You have grocery stores down the street to make all your amazing meals. You will find several bakeries all around to start your day off right!
There is a great pub just around the corner, or if you are looking for some cheap Thai just walk another block.
Walk 10 minutes and you will be at the Landungsbrücken, where you can catch a U & S-Bahn or a ferry to see Hamburg from the Elbe River with your Hamburg City Card.
There are 127 family-friendly apartments which mean more availability compared to smaller aparthotels. Enjoy air conditioning, a fitness centre and of course a kitchenette or full kitchen with dishwasher.
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Rating 4.4 / 5
Clipper Boardinghouse Hamburg - Michael
Best located 4-star modern apartments in Hamburg
Photo courtesy of Clipper Boardinghouse GmbH & Co. KG
1.5 km to the city centre
Formally known as Hanse Clipper Haus Apartments, this Hamburg Apartment hotel is a popular choice for couples visiting Hamburg. You can get apartments with a balcony or terrace for great views of the city.
Its stylish modern apartments have everything you need and is one of the best-located Apartment hotels on this list.
You have a park next door and 15 cafés and restaurants within less than a 5-minute walk.
But you have an apartment with a kitchen! You can get your groceries at the REWE supermarket right behind the aparthotel. How's that for perfect!
You aren't going to spend all your time inside, so that's why you are a 5-minute walk to the harbour where you will find a lot of Hamburg's main attractions like Speicherstadt and the Elbphilharmonie.
If you want to get to other parts of the city, the Landungsbrücken U-Bahn, S-Bahn and ferry service is 5-minutes by foot.
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Rating 4.4 / 5
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg - Michael
Well known 4-star apartment hotel in Neustadt
1.5 km to the city centre
Adina hotels is a world known brand that knows how to do Apartment Hotels. Whether you are travelling for fun, business or a family, this aparthotel has everything you need.
Located in Neustadt, you are walking distance to the Planten in Blomen Park, St. Pauli, Landungsbrücken, Alter Elbtunnel, St. Michaelis Church and many more of Hamburg's well-known sites.
You have a couple grocery stores a block away. Less than a kilometre east is Reeperbahn, famous for its red light district, restaurants, bars and music venues. A four-minute walk west of the apartment you'll find Wexstraße, which is a quieter area full of shops and restaurants.
You'll feel right at home here and have access to Hamburg City by foot or subway (St. Pauli U-Bahn station is a 6-minute walk).
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Rating 4.3 / 5
Fraser Suites Hamburg
5-star Luxury serviced apartments
0.9 km to the city centre
The Fraser Suites Hamburg are perfectly located within walking distance to Speicherstadt and Rathausmarkt. This location gives you access to most of Hamburg's unique sites.
You are a two-minute walk to an EDEKA grocery store, and if you don't feel like cooking, there is a restaurant on-site or plenty of cafes and restaurants within a 5-minute walk.
For the suites with kitchenettes, you'll want to look at the Executive Suites, Premier or One Bedroom Suites. You'll have beautiful apartment-style living and the conveniences of a hotel with a fitness centre, sauna, laundry facilities, and even bike storage.
These are luxury suites so they will be in the higher price range. If you stay more than 7 days you save on the rates. If you are a business traveller and stay more than 28 days, there are even more savings.
Cheaper rates are usually found Mondays thru Wednesdays.
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Rating 4.4 / 5
Best Hamburg Apartment Hotels - Altona
August the Boardinghouse
Home away from home in Hamburg
2.7 km to the city centre
August the Boardinghouse is more home than a hotel. You are nestled in a beautiful neighbourhood of cobblestone streets with filled with shops, restaurants and cafés.
You are a 3-minute walk to two different subway stations, making getting around the city quick and easy. There are 10 different groceries store within walking distance.
You will be able to create some incredible meals with Indian, Chinese, Portuguese, and Italian grocery stores around. Don't forget to get your wine at Jacques' Wine Depot around the corner and enjoy it on your balcony!
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Rating 4.7 / 5
Boardinghouse St. Pauli
Half a kilometre from world famous Reeperbahn
3.1 km to the city centre
Couples love Boardinghouse St. Pauli. It is conveniently located a couple of blocks from Reeperbahn where you will find endless restaurants and nightlife. There is no shortage of bars and restaurants all within walking distance.
Walk 5-minutes south and you will be down at the harbour at the Altona Fish Market, the U-Boat Museum and much more.
If you want to explore the rest of Hamburg, there is an S-Bahn station a 5-minute walk east giving you quick access to the city.
Lidl, Penny and a Mini Market are around the corner making getting groceries convenient. Stock up your fridge with drinks and food to keep you fuelled for your stay.
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Rating 4.5 / 5
St. Pauli CITY Apartment
Best Apartment for families!
2.5 km to the city centre
Are you travelling with a family? This place will be perfect for you. Bunk beds for the kids, kitchen, living room and near everything you need. These are beautifully furnished apartments, that will feel just like home.
Located just north of Reeperbahn where the Beatles got their start. A 2-minute walk takes you to the S-Bahn where you will have access to the city in minutes.
In less than 10-minutes, you can walk down to the harbour front. There you can see the Alter Elbtunnel, or head down to Landungsbrücken and use your Hamburg Card to take a ferry to and see Hamburg from a different perspective.
Your apartment is surrounded by 20+ restaurants, cafés and bars. You'll find a Penny grocery store right just around the corner making it easier to stock up your fridge.
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Rating 4.4 / 5
Clipper Boardinghouse - Holzhafen
Views of the Elbe River and Hamburg docks
3.6 km to city centre
Clipper Boardinghouse Holzhafen is located right on the Elbe River. Enjoy the terrace and watch the ships go by as they come in and out of the port.
To the West, a couple of blocks away your 11 restaurants to choose from. All within walking distance, you'll find Hamburg's famous Altona Fish Market, the Docklands building (so cool at night!), and the U-Bootmuseum (a must-see).
Docklands, Hamburg
Find your way up Ring 2 Street and you'll be in the heart of Reeperbahn in 10 minutes for amazing nightlife.
When you want to explore the rest of the city you are a 5-minute walk from a bus station or take the S-Bahn from Reeperbahn.
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Rating 4.4 / 5
Cube Apartment KG
Perfect to couples
3.5 km to the city centre
Cube Apartments Hamburg is a little further away from the hustle and bustle of Reeperbahn. You are still only a 10-minute walk away from the harbour front and the Altona Fish Market and the U-Bootmuseum (both must-sees).
After your day in Hamburg go visit Heidi's Bierhütte, a cozy pub at the end of the street and grab a beer and some pub grub. Or check out Willi's Sandwich shop next door and try Willi's Grilled Cheese sandwich!
If you are looking to make your food in your kitchenette, you have plenty of options from grocery stores surrounding you.
The S-Bahn is only a 4-minute walk away getting you to central Hamburg like Speicherstadt or Rathaus Square in 10-minutes. Cube Apartments are a great central to allow you to see all of Hamburg easily.
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Rating 4 / 5