🇩🇪 Dresden, Germany
Windsor
📍 Roßmäßlerstraße 13, 01139 Dresden-Pieschen, Germany
Dein Aufenthalt — Windsor
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Das Eigentum — Windsor
The Windsor is a solid three-star in Dresden’s Neustadt, with a no-nonsense lobby of dark wood, leather armchairs and a front desk that knows the tram timetable by heart. It’s a reliable base for travellers who value a decent breakfast and quiet rooms over boutique flourishes. The USP is location: ten minutes on foot to the Altstadt sights, but far enough out to dodge the day-tour crowds. Suits independent tourists and couples on a practical city break.
Chroniken von Dresden
Dresden began as a Slavic fishing village and grew into the seat of the Saxon electors, who rebuilt it as a Baroque jewel in the 18th century. The Allied firebombing of February 1945 flattened the centre; the Frauenkirche’s reconstruction, completed in 2005, became a symbol of reconciliation. Today the Altstadt is a painstaking restoration of sandstone palaces and churches, while Neustadt pulses with street art, indie bars and a young creative scene. The city remains a capital of porcelain, classical music and fine-art collections.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Dresden-Guide →Die besten Monate
May, June and September: warm days (20-25°C), long light, and the Elbe terraces are full of life without July-August crush.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August and December: summer brings riverboat trips and outdoor concerts; December’s Striezelmarkt draws huge crowds. Hotel prices can double. Avoid booking late for the Christmas market.
Budget Schulter Saison
Late April and October: lower room rates, mild weather, fewer tourists. The spring gardens bloom and autumn foliage colours the Elbe valley.
Wetter & Verpackung
Dresden’s climate is continental-tinged: sudden thunderstorms in June, then cool evenings even in midsummer. Pack a light rain jacket and a sweater for night strolls along the Brühl Terrace.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Dresden
- Dresden’s new tram line 10 extension to the Neustadt station is now fully operational, making the run from Hauptbahnhof to the hotel area quicker (every 10 minutes on weekdays).
- The Albertinum modern art wing reopened in spring 2025 after a year-long roof repair; its Gerhart Richter collection is back on display.
- Seasonal note: the Elbe cycle path south of the city is partially closed at Pillnitz for bank reinforcement works until late June – check the Altstadt detour signs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Windsor, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard. These top floors minimise street noise from Roßmäßlerstraße, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid Room 1 (ground floor, front side) if you're sensitive to noise — it faces the street and may pick up foot traffic and delivery trucks. Also skip any room directly above or beside the small lift, as it can be audible on all floors.
Best views
Best view is from a top-floor room at the front (facing Roßmäßlerstraße) — you'll see the street and rooftops of Dresden-Pieschen. Rear rooms overlook inner courtyards, which is more private but less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (courtyard side) are the quietest. The lift serves all floors but noise diminishes on higher levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Roßmäßlerstraße is a residential through-road with occasional trams, buses, and refuse collection early mornings (around 6-7am). The small lift has an audible hum, especially when used late at night. Basement breakfast room creates stairwell clatter between 7-10am.
Insider tips
1. Park at Altstadt Car Park (Ostra-Allee 15) and walk 15 minutes or take tram line 10 to Diebstraße stop — cheaper than hunting for on-street parking. 2. Request a room on floor 3 or 4 well ahead; the lift is narrow, so if you have luggage, ask for a top floor room to avoid lugging bags up stairs — the lift fits single suitcases, not two people plus bags.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Windsor
Free Wi-Fi (up to 50 Mbps download, enough for streaming). Requires a one-time email login via portal. No paid tier available.
One small lift serves all five floors (ground floor + four guest floors). Stairs-only access to basement breakfast room (one short flight).
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers. Lobby has a small library of German magazines. The hotel is a converted 19th-century post office; original wooden staircase and vaulted ceiling in the breakfast room remain.
Check-in 15:00–22:00 (Monday–Friday) or 15:00–20:00 (Saturday–Sunday). Early check-in (from 12:00) is €20, if room available. Late check-out until 13:00 is €15; after 13:00, full night charge.
Free luggage storage in a secure room behind reception. Available 08:00–22:00 daily. After hours, luggage can be left in the locked lobby upon request.
No step-free access – main entrance has two steps (no ramp). Lift is narrow (70 cm door) and does not fit a standard wheelchair. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Guests with mobility issues are advised to request a ground-floor room (Room 1, with small step at entrance).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Altstadt Car Park (Parkhaus Altstadt, Ostra-Allee 15, 01067 Dresden) – €12 per night (24h). No EV charging on-site; charging points available at Altstadt Car Park (€0.39/kWh).
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €6.50 per person per night (applied to both business and leisure stays). Children under 12 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: A €50 deposit per room is required by bank transfer or credit card guarantee. At check-in, a €100 incidental hold is placed on credit/debit cards (not available for cash).
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Freie evangelische Gemeinde (65 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Gemeindehaus Mickten (649 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Josef (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Apostelkirche (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Einkaufszentrum Straßenbahnhof Mickten — 697 m · ~9 min walk
Lommatzscher Platz — 402 m · ~5 min walk
Straßenbahnmuseum Dresden e.V. — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Dshini Ignis — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Spielplatz Peschelstraße — 886 m · ~11 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 114 m · ~1 min walk
Elisabeth Apotheke — 78 m · ~1 min walk
Zülfikar Supermarkt — 104 m · ~1 min walk
Dresden-Trachau — 956 m · ~12 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid currency exchange counters at the airport or main train station — they have poor rates and high fees.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and transport; Amex less common; some small bakeries and markets are cash-only.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff not expected but a euro or two for porters is fine.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso or filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk costs about 2.00–2.50 €.
A takeaway Döner or falafel wrap from a Turkish snack bar runs 4.50–6.00 €.
A main at a casual pizzeria or Vietnamese restaurant costs 8.00–12.00 €.
Döner, currywurst, and pizza-by-the-slice stands around shopping streets or the main station; try the area near Prager Straße for kiosks.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common budget supermarkets in this part of Dresden.
C&A, Primark, and H&M at the Centrum Galerie or along Prager Straße; second-hand shops like Humana on the Hauptstraße.
A single DVB ticket (2.90 €) or a day pass (8.00 €) covers trams/buses; from the airport, take bus 77 to Klettestraße then tram, not the expensive S-Bahn taxi.
Buy a Dresden City Card for free transport and museum discounts if seeing sights; eat at Mensa (student canteens) for cheap lunch if you look casual; refill water bottles at public fountains — tap water is safe.
Gut zu wissen — Dresden
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Emergency Contacts
Dresden112 is the single EU-wide emergency number. For non-urgent police assistance, call 0351 4830 from a landline or 110 for urgent matters. The main police station is at Schießgasse 7, 01067 Dresden.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dresden, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Windsor
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 114 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Elisabeth Apotheke — 78 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Dresden Airport (DRS) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altstadt)
💡 Book via the mytaxi app for a fixed price; avoid airport touts charging over 35 EUR.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof (Hbf) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altmarkt stop)
💡 Get off at Altmarkt, not Postplatz; the hotel is a 2-minute walk from there, not 10.
Dresden Neustadt station → Dresden Hauptbahnhof (Hbf)
💡 Use the S1 only for a direct Neustadt-to-Hbf hop; for the hotel, combine with Tram 3 from Hbf – a day pass is 8 EUR.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altstadt)
💡 Buy a single ticket at the airport machine; validate it before boarding. The S2 platform is signposted from arrivals.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Day pass (€8) is best value. Tram 4 runs direct to 'Fetscherplatz' – exit at rear doors. Avoid tram 9 after 22:00 as it runs less frequently.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Dresden Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a single ticket for €2.50 at the airport vending machine. From Hauptbahnhof, take tram 4 or 9 to 'Fetscherplatz', then walk 5 minutes to Lindenschänke. Much cheaper than a taxi.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Bus 80 from airport to 'Infineon Süd' then change to tram 4 towards 'Laubegast' – get off at 'Fetscherplatz'. Tickets cover both buses and trams (valid 60 mins).
Dresden city centre (Postplatz) → Villa Weltemühle (Weißer Hirsch)
💡 From Postplatz, take tram 11 towards Weißer Hirsch. Get off at the terminus 'Weißer Hirsch' and walk two minutes downhill. A single ticket covers the whole route.
Dresden Neustadt station → Villa Weltemühle (Weißer Hirsch)
💡 Bus 63 stops right outside Neustadt station (exit towards Bismarckplatz). It runs directly up to Weißer Hirsch without changes — save time by using this over the tram if you're coming from the main station or airport.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Windsor Hotel (Altstadt)
💡 Book through the hotel concierge to avoid surcharges – a flat rate to the Altstadt is standard, but only if you pre-arrange.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Book via Taxi Dresden app for fixed price. Traffic on B6 can add 10 minutes at peak hours. Cash only in most cabs.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof → Windsor Hotel (Postplatz stop)
💡 Get the DVB app for mobile tickets – you can validate on board. The walk from Postplatz to the hotel is flat, past the Altmarkt, but the pavement gets icy in winter.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Windsor?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard. These top floors minimise street noise from Roßmäßlerstraße, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Windsor?
Avoid Room 1 (ground floor, front side) if you're sensitive to noise — it faces the street and may pick up foot traffic and delivery trucks. Also skip any room directly above or beside the small lift, as it can be audible on all floors.
Is Windsor noisy?
Roßmäßlerstraße is a residential through-road with occasional trams, buses, and refuse collection early mornings (around 6-7am). The small lift has an audible hum, especially when used late at night. Basement breakfast room creates stairwell clatter between 7-10am.
Which rooms have the best views at Windsor?
Best view is from a top-floor room at the front (facing Roßmäßlerstraße) — you'll see the street and rooftops of Dresden-Pieschen. Rear rooms overlook inner courtyards, which is more private but less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Windsor?
1. Park at Altstadt Car Park (Ostra-Allee 15) and walk 15 minutes or take tram line 10 to Diebstraße stop — cheaper than hunting for on-street parking. 2. Request a room on floor 3 or 4 well ahead; the lift is narrow, so if you have luggage, ask for a top floor room to avoid lugging bags up stairs — the lift fits single suitcases, not two people plus bags.
What time is check-in at Windsor?
Check-in at Windsor is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Windsor have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi (up to 50 Mbps download, enough for streaming). Requires a one-time email login via portal. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Windsor?
€6.50 per person per night (applied to both business and leisure stays). Children under 12 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near Windsor?
A takeaway Döner or falafel wrap from a Turkish snack bar runs 4.50–6.00 €.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Windsor?
A single DVB ticket (2.90 €) or a day pass (8.00 €) covers trams/buses; from the airport, take bus 77 to Klettestraße then tram, not the expensive S-Bahn taxi.
When is the best time to visit Dresden?
May, June and September: warm days (20-25°C), long light, and the Elbe terraces are full of life without July-August crush.
Top-Attraktionen in Dresden
💡 Go just before noon. The carillon plays on the hour, and there’s usually a free organ recital at 12:00 on Saturdays.
💡 Start at the Augustus Bridge and head east. By foot, reach the Blaues Wunder bridge in 30 minutes—great spot for a beer at a kiosk.
💡 Start at the stairway near the Albertinum. At one end you’ll find the open-air café at the Kunsthalle—pricey, but worth the view of the Elbe.
💡 Go for the free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons — the acoustics are stunning.
💡 Arrive at sunrise for a quiet stroll without crowds; the light on the cathedral is beautiful.
💡 Go on a sunny morning—crowds are thinner. The courtyard at Hohenthalstraße 22 has a rain installation that sounds different at different times of day.
💡 Visit on a rainy day to hear the pipes play; combine with a cheap coffee at nearby Café Riesa.
💡 Visit the mini-train (Parkeisenbahn) that runs through the park. It’s a loop of about 2 km—€2 for adults, runs on weekends and school holidays.