🇩🇪 Cuxhaven, Germany
Haus Strandrose
📍 56, Am Ringwall, Cuxhaven, 27476
Your stay — Haus Strandrose
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The Property — Haus Strandrose
Haus Strandrose is a 3-star hotel with a nautical theme, reflecting Cuxhaven's maritime heritage. The lobby's simple, modern design features a large wooden staircase and a maritime-themed mural. The hotel's 45 rooms offer comfortable, functional spaces with sea views or courtyard views. It suits couples and solo travellers who want convenient access to the beach and local amenities. The friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere make it an excellent choice for a low-key, no-frills stay.
Chronicles of Cuxhaven
Cuxhaven, a small town in northern Germany, was founded in 1512 as a fishing village. The town's port facilities were expanded in the 19th century, and it became a major fishing and shipping hub. Cuxhaven's maritime history is still evident in its architecture, with many historic warehouses and buildings along the harbour. Today, the town is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts and those seeking a laid-back, coastal lifestyle. The town's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its maritime heritage, with many museums and festivals celebrating its seafaring past.
Best Time to Visit
Full Cuxhaven guide →Best months
June and July are ideal months for good weather and manageable crowds, with average highs of 22°C (72°F) and low humidity.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak month, as it's the height of the summer holiday season, with many families visiting the beach and participating in local festivals like the Cuxhaven Harbour Festival. Hotel prices are higher during this time, and popular events like the harbour festival drive the increased demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are the best budget shoulder months, with mild temperatures (12-15°C / 54-59°F) and fewer crowds. You can find discounts on hotel rooms and enjoy the spring flowers in bloom.
Weather & packing
Cuxhaven's climate is influenced by its coastal location, with cool sea breezes and occasional fog. Pack layers for your stay, including a waterproof jacket for unexpected rain showers.
Live City Briefing — Cuxhaven
- The Cuxhaven ferry terminal has been renovated and expanded, offering more frequent services to Heligoland and other nearby islands.
- A new beach promenade has been opened, offering stunning views of the North Sea and improved access to the beach.
- The Cuxhaven Museum has reopened after a major renovation, showcasing the town's maritime history and cultural heritage.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Haus Strandrose, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
To get the best experience at Haus Strandrose in Cuxhaven, consider requesting rooms on the upper floors (3-4), as they tend to be quieter due to reduced street noise from the Am Ringwall street. Additionally, rooms facing the east or west might provide a more pleasant view of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (located at the front of the hotel), as this area can be busier and noisier. Also, rooms on the lower floors (1-2) may be more prone to street noise from the nearby Am Ringwall.
Best views
east- or west-facing rooms on the upper floors (3-4)
Quietest floors
3-4
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Am Ringwall can be a concern, especially on lower floors. Additionally, the service entrance at the front of the hotel can be a source of noise, particularly during peak hours.
Insider tips
When checking in, ask about the hotel's parking options, as there may be limited spots available on the premises. It's worth inquiring about their parking policy and any alternative options. If you're looking to enjoy the local seafood, request a room with a view of the nearby harbor, which offers a scenic spot to watch the fishing boats arrive and depart.
- 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 — Haus Strandrose
free throughout the hotel; 500 Mbps speed; no login constraints
serves all floors; some stairs-only sections in historic building
complimentary PressReader digital newsstand; physical newspapers available in the lobby
15:00 - 22:00 (check-in); 08:00 early bag-drop; late check-out until 12:00 (€20 fee after 12:00)
available for €5 per bag per day; €20 maximum
step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrance; some historic rooms may be difficult to navigate
on-site parking available (€15 per night); nearest public car park (P1) 300m away (€2 per hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5€ per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: 20€ advance deposit + 50€ incidental card hold at check-in (€100 total)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
SB-Geschäftsstelle Duhnen — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Geldautomaten) at local banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Hamburg Airport or tourist centres as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard debit and credit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and most restaurants; contactless/mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) common. Some smaller cafés and bakeries prefer cash, so keep a small amount.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants for good service; for taxis round to the nearest euro; hotel staff appreciated with €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or supermarket café costs around €2.50–3.00.
A belegtes Brötchen (filled bread roll) or soup from a bakery costs about €4–6.
Main course at a simple German pub or Imbiss (e.g. Bratwurst with fries) is around €8–12.
Cuxhaven’s harbour area (Alte Liebe) and the pedestrian zone (Rathausplatz) have food stalls and Imbiss stands selling fish sandwiches (Fischbrötchen) for €3–5.
Discount chains like Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common; also Rewe and Edeka for a wider range.
Cuxhaven has a small high street (Poststraße/Marktstraße) with affordable chains like C&A and H&M; for more choice, head to Hamburg.
A day ticket for Cuxhaven’s local buses costs about €5.60 (single fare €2.30). From Hamburg Airport, take the S-Bahn to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, then the regional train RE5 to Cuxhaven (€20–25 single, cheaper with Niedersachsen-Ticket or Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket for groups).
Buy a Niedersachsen-Ticket (around €24 for one person, covers regional trains and local buses all day) if arriving from Hamburg or exploring nearby. Eat Fischbrötchen from harbour stands rather than sit-down restaurants. Book accommodation outside August peak to avoid high summer prices.
Good to know — Cuxhaven
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Emergency Contacts
CuxhavenFor non-urgent police matters in Cuxhaven, call 04721 7010. For medical advice outside emergencies, dial 116117 (ärztlicher Bereitschaftsdienst). The local hospital is Helios Klinik Cuxhaven (04721 78-0).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cuxhaven, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Haus Strandrose
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SB-Geschäftsstelle Duhnen — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Cuxhaven Bahnhof → Schullandheim Bad Oeynhausen-Werste
💡 Pre-book for airport runs; cost from Hamburg Airport is about €130. Cash only unless arranged.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Berger Appartements - Haus Seemuschel, Cuxhaven
💡 Fix the price before you get in—rates vary. Münn Taxi (04721 33333) does flat-rate airport runs for about €170-190. Worth splitting with another traveller from the same hotel.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Barbara u. Peter Behrens Ferienwohnungen, Cuxhaven
💡 Book a fixed-price airport transfer in advance via Cuxhaven Taxi or AirportCab. The drive is roughly 90 minutes via A7 and A27, but can jump to 2+ hours in Friday afternoon traffic. Metered taxis at the airport rank will cost more—negotiate a flat rate if you don't pre-book.
Cuxhaven Bahnhof → Schullandheim Bad Oeynhausen-Werste
💡 Get off at 'Wernerwald Schule' stop—it's a 5-min walk. Timetables tighten on Sundays; check EVB app.
Cuxhaven train station (Hbf) → Berger Appartements - Haus Seemuschel (stop: 'Döse Nordseeklinik')
💡 Exit station and use stop 'Bahnhof/ZOB' for bus 1006 towards 'Duhnen'. Alight at 'Döse Nordseeklinik', then the hotel is a 100m walk. Single fare €2.40 or day ticket €5.50—buy from driver.
Cuxhaven Bahnhof (train station) → Barbara u. Peter Behrens Ferienwohnungen, Töpfers Gang stop
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver (cash only—coins or €5 notes). The stop 'Töpfers Gang' is literally outside the hotel. If you have heavy luggage, note that buses have a step-up—no low-floor on all routes. A better alternative: a 10-minute walk west along the pedestrianised Bahnhofstrasse.
Cuxhaven Bahnhof (ZOB) → Cuxhaven, Brockeswalder Chaussee (stop: Brockeswalder Chaussee, 250m walk)
💡 Buy a day ticket (Tageskarte) for 5€ from the driver; covers all city buses. The walk from the bus stop is short but along a main road—no pavement on one side.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Ferienwohnung Mienert, Cuxhaven
💡 Agree the flat rate beforehand; ask for 'Festpreis' to avoid meter surprises on the Autobahn.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Cuxhaven (train station)
💡 S1 runs directly under the terminal. At Hamburg Hbf, head to platform 8 for the Cuxhaven regional train. Avoid the S-Bahn rush hour—6–8 am and 4–6 pm.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Cuxhaven (train station)
💡 Buy a Niedersachsen-Ticket online for €26 (group up to 5 people). Change at Hamburg Hbf then Cuxhaven. No ICE needed.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) → Berger Appartements - Haus Seemuschel, Cuxhaven
💡 Buy a Niedersachsen-Ticket (group ticket from €24 for up to 5 people) if travelling with others. From airport take S-Bahn S1 to Hamburg Hbf, then RE5 direct to Cuxhaven. Last RE5 leaves around 9pm.
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Cuxhaven Bahnhof (train station)
💡 Buy a Niedersachsen-Ticket from the DB app for around €25 (valid for one person for the whole day on regional trains and local buses). The station is about a 1.2 km walk or 5-min bus ride (line 1006) from your hotel. Sit on the right side for views of the Elbe estuary towards the end.
About Cuxhaven
Wikipedia ↗
Cuxhaven (German: [kʊksˈhaːfn̩] ; Low German: Cuxhoben) is a port town and seat of the Cuxhaven district, in Lower Saxony, Germany. The town includes the northernmost point of Lower Saxony. The city serves as a gateway to the nearby Heligoland islands, a tax free zone off the coast of Germany. Cuxha...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Haus Strandrose?
To get the best experience at Haus Strandrose in Cuxhaven, consider requesting rooms on the upper floors (3-4), as they tend to be quieter due to reduced street noise from the Am Ringwall street. Additionally, rooms facing the east or west might provide a more pleasant view of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Haus Strandrose?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (located at the front of the hotel), as this area can be busier and noisier. Also, rooms on the lower floors (1-2) may be more prone to street noise from the nearby Am Ringwall.
Is Haus Strandrose noisy?
Street noise from Am Ringwall can be a concern, especially on lower floors. Additionally, the service entrance at the front of the hotel can be a source of noise, particularly during peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Haus Strandrose?
east- or west-facing rooms on the upper floors (3-4)
What are insider tips for staying at Haus Strandrose?
When checking in, ask about the hotel's parking options, as there may be limited spots available on the premises. It's worth inquiring about their parking policy and any alternative options. If you're looking to enjoy the local seafood, request a room with a view of the nearby harbor, which offers a scenic spot to watch the fishing boats arrive and depart.
What time is check-in at Haus Strandrose?
Check-in at Haus Strandrose is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Haus Strandrose have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel; 500 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Haus Strandrose?
5€ per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Haus Strandrose?
A belegtes Brötchen (filled bread roll) or soup from a bakery costs about €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Haus Strandrose?
A day ticket for Cuxhaven’s local buses costs about €5.60 (single fare €2.30). From Hamburg Airport, take the S-Bahn to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, then the regional train RE5 to Cuxhaven (€20–25 single, cheaper with Niedersachsen-Ticket or Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket for groups).
When is the best time to visit Cuxhaven?
June and July are ideal months for good weather and manageable crowds, with average highs of 22°C (72°F) and low humidity.
Top Attractions in Cuxhaven
💡 Bring binoculars. The ships pass close at high tide. There's a small info board explaining the shipping lanes.
💡 Go at high tide to see ships passing close. The adjacent fish market sells cheap smoked fish—great for a picnic on the pier.
💡 Head to the western end near the 'Hafenstraße'—less crowded and better for spotting seals offshore.
💡 Check the tide table at the tourist office first; the mudflats are only accessible a few hours either side of low tide. Wear sturdy shoes.
💡 Arrive around 11am when the fish auction is happening at the nearby market hall—you can watch for free. Bring binoculars to spot seals.
💡 Check tide tables online or at the tourist office. Go at low tide for a guided mudflat walk — some are free, but donations help.
💡 The fish market (Fischmarkt) near the ferry terminal is free to browse and sells fresh catches. Go early morning for the best action.
💡 The courtyard and gardens are free. For free entry, just walk around the outer walls and read the info panels in English and German.