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Your stay — Nena
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The Property — Nena
Nena is a modest three-star in Bremen's Bahnhofsviertel, a short walk from the Hauptbahnhof. The lobby feels more like a friendly pension than a corporate hotel — worn but clean, with a small breakfast room and staff who remember your room number. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location and value over fuss: solo business visitors, short-stop rail passengers, and groups who need a no-nonsense base for exploring the Altstadt. The USP is simply a solid, reliable sleep two blocks from the station.
Chronicles of Bremen
Bremen began as an 8th-century bishopric on the Weser, gaining city rights in 1186 and joining the Hanseatic League in 1358. Its medieval core, dominated by the Gothic St. Petri Dom and the 1404 Roland statue, was rebuilt after heavy WWII bombing. The post-war years saw the rise of a modern port and space-industry economy, but the city retains a proud, independent mercantile character. Today, Bremen is a mid-sized cultural hub known for its Schnoor quarter's crooked lanes, the Bremen Town Musicians statue, and a lively pub scene around the Schlachte promenade.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bremen guide →Best months
May to September for decent weather and manageable crowds; Bremen's summer events are local enough that the city rarely feels overrun.
Peak / festival surge
June is peak here, driven by the Breminale (open-air arts festival) and occasional cruise-ship calls at the Überseestadt; hotel prices rise around 20-30% above annual average.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer mild weather and discounted rates (10-15% off peak), with fewer tourists and the city's autumn markets instead of summer crowds.
Weather & packing
Bremen's weather is notoriously changeable — sunny morning can turn drizzly by lunch. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers you can peel on and off; an umbrella is essential.
Live City Briefing — Bremen
- The tram line 4 extension to the new Überseestadt district (Bremen's revitalised port area) completed late 2025, making the Weser promenade and coffee-roastery quarter quicker to reach from the Hauptbahnhof.
- The Kunsthalle Bremen recently reopened its renovated 19th-century wing, adding more space for its collection of old masters and contemporary works — well worth a half-day detour.
- From June 2026, the city's public transport app includes a capped daily ticket that covers trams, buses and the S-Bahn to Bremerhaven; ideal for visitors planning a day trip to the coast.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nena, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (ground floor) for easy access to the accessible room and lift. This floor is also likely to be quieter as it's closer to the entrance and away from potential street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second or third floor if you're a light sleeper, as you may hear footsteps from the lift and other guests. Additionally, the second floor is closer to the street, which may pick up some noise from the market area.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Am Markt, a central market square, means that there are no views of the surrounding cityscape from any rooms. The hotel's focus is on its central location rather than views.
Quietest floors
The first floor (ground floor) is likely the quietest due to its proximity to the entrance and the lift serving all floors.
🔊 Noise notes
As the hotel is situated on a busy market square, you may hear some noise from the street, especially during market days or late at night. Additionally, the lift serving all floors may be noisy, and you may hear footsteps from other guests.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi by registering only once via the portal, and you'll have fast and reliable internet throughout your stay. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby Parkhaus Am Markt (€18 per 24 hours), and take the short walk to the hotel. There are other parking options available in the area, but this one is conveniently located and relatively affordable.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Nena
free Wi-Fi (50 Mbps symmetrical) for all guests; no login, just one-time registration via portal
one lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
no digital newsstand; weekday guests can pick up a free copy of Weser-Kurier at breakfast; building is a modernised 1960s structure with a rooftop terrace overlooking the market square
check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 12:00; late check-out until 13:00 for €20 (subject to availability)
free luggage storage at reception on day of arrival and departure
step-free entrance via side ramp; lift to all floors; one accessible room on ground floor; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus Am Markt (200 m), €18 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (lodging tax); children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: no advance deposit required; credit card or cash hold of €50 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Bahá'í Zentrum Bremen (348 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Christ Embassy Freie Evangelische Kirche (490 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St.-Stephani-Kirche (606 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Michaelis (730 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Katharinen Passage — 775 m · ~10 min walk
Wallanlagen — 516 m · ~6 min walk
Gesellschaft für Aktuelle Kunst — 637 m · ~8 min walk
Schaulust — 831 m · ~10 min walk
St. Michaelis-Gemeinde Spielplatz — 775 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BBBank — 317 m · ~4 min walk
Adler-Apotheke — 284 m · ~4 min walk
Sino-Store — 249 m · ~3 min walk
Doventorsteinweg — 565 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid the currency exchange desks at Bremen Airport and the main train station, which charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work fine. Smaller cafes and market stalls may be cash-only.
Round up restaurant bills by 5–10% for good service (e.g., €22.50 pay €25). Taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the nearest euro. No need to tip hotel porters or housekeeping beyond a euro or two if you wish.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or filter coffee from a bakery or cafe kiosk — about €2.50 to €3.00.
A Döner kebab or currywurst with fries from a local Imbiss — around €6–€8.
A main course at a standard restaurant (e.g., Schnitzel or pasta) — roughly €12–€16.
The Viertel district (e.g., around Ostertorsteinweg) has many cheap Imbiss and takeaway spots; also try the market stalls at Domshof farmers market (Tue/Fri).
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main budget supermarket chains you'll find in the Bremen area.
The Sögestraße and Obernstraße pedestrian zones have affordable high-street chains like H&M, C&A, and Primark.
A day ticket for buses and trams within Bremen city zone (€7.20) is the cheapest way to get around. From the airport, take tram line 6 (€3.10 single) or walk 15 minutes to the nearest stop.
Buy a Bremer Tageskarte for unlimited travel if you're moving around a lot. Food at the weekly farmers market (Domshof, Tue/Fri) is cheaper than tourist cafes. Skip bottled water — tap water is free and perfectly safe.
Good to know — Bremen
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bremen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Nena
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BBBank — 317 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Adler-Apotheke — 284 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Bremen Airport (BRE) → Horn (Landgut Horn stop, then 10-min walk)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at airport stop — cash or card. Validate it on the platform. Get off at 'Horn' stop, walk east on Leher Heerstraße then turn into Landgutstraße; the hotel is at the end.
Bremen Airport (bus stop outside terminal) → Landgut Horn
💡 Less frequent but avoids tram. Take bus 22 to 'Hauptbahnhof', then bus 25 to 'Horn'. Less comfortable than tram. Use the VBN app for real-time departures — cheaper than buying on board if you pre-load.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Landgut Horn
💡 Book ahead via their app or phone +49 421 666000 to avoid taxi rank queues. Pay by card in the cab, but confirm before starting.
Bremen Airport (via tram 6 to Hauptbahnhof) → Landgut Horn (via bus 25 from Hbf)
💡 Only worth it if you're already heading into the city centre. From Hbf, bus 25 towards 'Horn' drops you at 'Horn' stop — same walk as tram. A day ticket for Bremen city zone costs €7.20 and covers all trams, buses and regional trains within the city.
Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Hotel Spille Strom (stop: Am Brill)
💡 Get a single ticket for zones A/B (€2.90). Hotel Spille Strom is a 2-min walk from Am Brill stop. For longer stays, buy a 24-hour ticket for €6.70.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Hotel Spille Strom (stop: Domsheide)
💡 Bus 25 runs from the airport to Domsheide, then walk 8 mins east. It's slower than the tram but avoids changing at Hauptbahnhof. Validate your ticket on board or risk a €60 fine.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Monopol Boutique Hotel
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in — drivers don't always use the meter for short hops.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Hotel Spille Strom
💡 Taxis wait outside arrivals. Avoid the queue by calling 0421-14433 or using the FreeNow app. The fare to the hotel is fixed at €20 to the city centre.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Hotel Falk (Bahnhofsplatz 11, Bremen Hbf)
💡 Queue at the official rank outside arrivals. Avoid drivers offering rides inside the terminal – they often charge more.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Bremer Privathotels (various locations in Bremen city centre)
💡 Book through the airport's official taxi rank—avoid unlicensed cabs. For a fixed price, use a ride app like Free Now.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Hotel Feldhouse
💡 Queue at the rank outside arrivals. If you book ahead with Taxi Bremen (0421 14444), the fare cap is €28 to central areas.
Bremen Airport (BRE) → Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine inside the airport before boarding. The tram stops right outside the terminal. For Hotel Feldhouse, get off at Hauptbahnhof and walk 10 mins east — or change to bus 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Nena?
Request a room on the first floor (ground floor) for easy access to the accessible room and lift. This floor is also likely to be quieter as it's closer to the entrance and away from potential street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nena?
Avoid rooms on the second or third floor if you're a light sleeper, as you may hear footsteps from the lift and other guests. Additionally, the second floor is closer to the street, which may pick up some noise from the market area.
Is Nena noisy?
As the hotel is situated on a busy market square, you may hear some noise from the street, especially during market days or late at night. Additionally, the lift serving all floors may be noisy, and you may hear footsteps from other guests.
Which rooms have the best views at Nena?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location on Am Markt, a central market square, means that there are no views of the surrounding cityscape from any rooms. The hotel's focus is on its central location rather than views.
What are insider tips for staying at Nena?
Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi by registering only once via the portal, and you'll have fast and reliable internet throughout your stay. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby Parkhaus Am Markt (€18 per 24 hours), and take the short walk to the hotel. There are other parking options available in the area, but this one is conveniently located and relatively affordable.
What time is check-in at Nena?
Check-in at Nena is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nena have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi (50 Mbps symmetrical) for all guests; no login, just one-time registration via portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nena?
€3.50 per person per night (lodging tax); children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Nena?
A Döner kebab or currywurst with fries from a local Imbiss — around €6–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nena?
A day ticket for buses and trams within Bremen city zone (€7.20) is the cheapest way to get around. From the airport, take tram line 6 (€3.10 single) or walk 15 minutes to the nearest stop.
When is the best time to visit Bremen?
May to September for decent weather and manageable crowds; Bremen's summer events are local enough that the city rarely feels overrun.
Top Attractions in Bremen
💡 Check out the manhole cover immediately in front — it has a mouse and a cat etched in, continuing the fairy tale underground. Also, visit around midday when the carillon in the town hall opposite plays the tune.
💡 Rub the donkey’s front hooves for good luck (they’re polished shiny by locals).
💡 Look for the tiny mouse at Roland's feet—it's a local legend about a cheese thief.
💡 Come early morning (before 9am) to avoid queue for photos. The legend says rubbing both front donkey legs gets your wish granted.
💡 Go inside the Glockenspiel House when the chimes sound (hourly 12-6pm + 9pm) — the 30 Meissen porcelain bells make a thin, clear sound that carries right through the courtyard.
💡 The glockenspiel chimes at noon, 3pm, and 6pm — pause on the small bridge for the best view.
💡 Rub the donkey's front legs — locals say it brings good luck. The statue gets busy from 10am; come at 8am for a quiet selfie.
💡 Stand under the carillon at noon and 6pm to hear the glockenspiel play sea shanties.