🇩🇪 Hamburg, Germany

Grand Elysee

★★★★★ 5-star hotel 5 floors

📍 10, Rothenbaumchaussee, Hamburg, 20148

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Dein Aufenthalt — Grand Elysee

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Das Eigentum — Grand Elysee

The Grand Elysee is a 5-star haven in the heart of Hamburg's commercial and financial district, HafenCity. Its sleek, modern aesthetic is balanced by elegant touches of Art Deco, echoing the city's rich maritime history. This hotel is perfect for business travellers and couples seeking a luxurious retreat, with a focus on comfort and impeccable service. As you step into the lobby, you're greeted by a sense of understated opulence, with high ceilings, marble floors, and a grand staircase that sets the tone for an unforgettable stay.

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Chroniken von Hamburg

Hamburg, founded in 1189, has a storied past as a major trading port and Hanseatic League member. The city's unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture is reflected in iconic landmarks like the St. Michaelis Church and the Speicherstadt warehouse complex. Today, Hamburg is a thriving cultural hub, known for its vibrant music scene, world-class museums, and the world's largest film festival, the Hamburg International Film Festival. The city's laid-back, cosmopolitan atmosphere is shaped by its history as a melting pot of cultures and trade routes, making it a fascinating destination for visitors.

Beste Zeit zu besuchen

Vollständiger Hamburg-Guide →

Die besten Monate

June and September are the best months to visit Hamburg, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The summer solstice in June brings long days and a lively atmosphere, while September's mild weather makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities like strolling along the Elbphilharmonie's rooftop.

Peak / Festival Surge

August is peak tourist season in Hamburg, with prices rising by up to 20% due to the Hamburg International Film Festival, which attracts thousands of visitors. The festival, typically held in late July and August, is a major draw for film enthusiasts and celebrities alike.

Budget Schulter Saison

April and May are the best budget-friendly shoulder months in Hamburg, with mild temperatures (12-18°C) and fewer crowds. Expect to find discounts of up to 30% on hotel prices, making it an excellent time to explore the city's cultural attractions and enjoy the spring blooms.

Wetter & Verpackung

Hamburg's climate is known for its unpredictable rain showers, so pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella, and don't forget to bring layers for cooler evenings, especially in the shoulder months.

Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Hamburg

  • The Hamburg Airport (HAM) has introduced a new automated baggage handling system, reducing waiting times and making it easier to get to your hotel.
  • The city's bike-share system, Hamburger Latten, has expanded to include more stations and e-bikes, making it easier to explore Hamburg's cycling infrastructure.
  • The iconic Elbphilharmonie concert hall has launched a new summer concert series, featuring classical music performances on its rooftop with stunning harbour views.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Grand Elysee, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above 10th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience more street noise from Rothenbaumchaussee, a busy road. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the hotel may receive morning sun and have better natural light.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1-5) as they are closer to the street and may be noisier. Also, rooms near the service entrance or lift may be subject to more foot traffic and noise.

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Best views

Rooms on the east side of the hotel, especially those on higher floors, offer views of the surrounding gardens and the city skyline.

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Quietest floors

10th floor and above

🔊 Noise notes

Rothenbaumchaussee is a busy road, so rooms on lower floors may experience noise from traffic. Additionally, the hotel's location in a residential area means there may be some background noise from nearby residents.

Insider tips

Be sure to request a room with a balcony for a pleasant outdoor space with views of the gardens or city. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Alster Lakes by asking the concierge for a map or recommendations for walking or cycling routes in the area.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Einrichtungen — Grand Elysee

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Wi-Fi

free throughout the hotel, 500 Mbps speed, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, historic building with some stairs-only areas

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader, physical papers available in lobby

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Check-in / Check-out

check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 15:00 with €50 fee

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7, €10 per bag per day

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, some rooms with structural limitations

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Parking

on-site valet parking €40 per night, nearest public car park €30 per day at 'Parkhaus Rothenbaumchaussee', EV charging available on site

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: €6.90 per person per night

Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • Church: Evangelisch-reformierte Kirche (822 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Church: Hauptkirche St. Petri (899 m · ~11 min walk)
  • Mosque: MuhajJirien Moschee - Der islamische Bund e.v. (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
  • Church: Christliche Wissenschaft K.d.ö.R. Zweite Kirche Christi (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Shopping

Galleria — 471 m · ~6 min walk

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Walking & Running

Gustav-Mahler-Park — 442 m · ~6 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Paradox — 754 m · ~9 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

opera stabile — 190 m · ~2 min walk

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Kids & Family

Großer Spielplatz Bullerberge — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 160 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Colonnaden-Apotheke — 49 m · ~1 min walk

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Convenience Store

Press Point — 325 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Gänsemarkt (Oper) — 453 m · ~6 min walk

Geld & Währung

Get a travel card →
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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs from banks like Sparkasse or Commerzbank; avoid exchange bureaux at Hamburg Airport or Hauptbahnhof as they give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work nearly everywhere, but some small Kiosks or markets still prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., €23.50 pay €25) or leave 5–10% for good service; give taxi drivers 5–10% or round up; hotel staff get €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee from a bakery or café — about €2.50.

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Best-value lunch

A Döner Kebab or Currywurst with fries — around €5–7.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a simple Italian or German restaurant — about €10–15.

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Street food & cheap eats

Neuer Pferdemarkt (Schulterblatt) area has many cheap Turkish and Asian stands; also try the Fischbrötchen at the Fischmarkt (Sundays) or around Altona.

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Budget groceries

Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are common nearby for budget groceries.

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Affordable clothes

H&M, C&A, and Primark are on Mönckebergstraße (U-Bahn to Mönckebergstraße or Jungfernstieg).

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Cheapest way around

A day ticket for all buses, U- and S-Bahn (Hamburg AB zone) costs €7.90; from the airport, take S-Bahn S1 to the city (single ticket ~€3.60).

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Money-saving tips

Drink tap water — it’s safe and free; buy a Hamburg Card for free or discounted transit and entry to many attractions; shop for groceries at discounters like Aldi for picnic lunches.

Gut zu wissen — Hamburg

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Hamburg
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Dial 112 for ambulance or fire; 110 for police. For non-urgent medical help, call 116117.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

Book a table →
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Taverna Metaxa greek
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Tower Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Maurizio italian
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Café am Planschbecken Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Rindock's steak_house
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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My Way Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Paulaner's german
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Zum Haselknick fish;cake
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hamburg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Grand Elysee

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 160 m · ~2 min walkpharmacy · Colonnaden-Apotheke — 49 m · ~1 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Umher zu kommen

Find train tickets →
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U-Bahn U1 then U3 1.80

Hauptbahnhof → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Berliner Tor)

10 min · Every 4–5 minutes · 04:30–01:30

💡 Buy a single ticket (€1.80) for this short hop. From Hbf, take U3 to Berliner Tor—exit south side, the hotel is 300m down Hammerbrookstrasse.

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S-Bahn S1 3.60

Hamburg Airport (Flughafen) → Hauptbahnhof (main station)

25 min · Every 10 minutes · 04:30–01:00

💡 Get the HVV day ticket for €6.80 (2024) if you’ll ride again later—covers all buses and trains in the city zone, including airport.

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XpressBus X25 3.60

Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Hammerbrook)

40 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 05:00–23:30

💡 Bus stop is right outside terminal 1 exit. Get off at 'Hammerbrook'—the Ibis is a 3-minute walk from there. Less crowded than S-Bahn at rush hour.

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Hamburg Taxi 30.00

Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost

25 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Flat rate to city centre is about €30–35, but confirm before starting. For airport runs, use FREE NOW app—often 15% cheaper than flagging one at the rank.

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Über Hamburg

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Hamburg, Germany — city travel guide

Hamburg, officially the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, is the second-largest city in Germany after Berlin and sixth-largest city in the European Union, with a population of over 1.9 million. The Hamburg Metropolitan Region has a population of over 5.1 million and is the tenth-largest metropolit...

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What are the best rooms at Grand Elysee?

Request a room on a higher floor (above 10th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience more street noise from Rothenbaumchaussee, a busy road. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the hotel may receive morning sun and have better natural light.

Which rooms should I avoid at Grand Elysee?

Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1-5) as they are closer to the street and may be noisier. Also, rooms near the service entrance or lift may be subject to more foot traffic and noise.

Is Grand Elysee noisy?

Rothenbaumchaussee is a busy road, so rooms on lower floors may experience noise from traffic. Additionally, the hotel's location in a residential area means there may be some background noise from nearby residents.

Which rooms have the best views at Grand Elysee?

Rooms on the east side of the hotel, especially those on higher floors, offer views of the surrounding gardens and the city skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at Grand Elysee?

Be sure to request a room with a balcony for a pleasant outdoor space with views of the gardens or city. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Alster Lakes by asking the concierge for a map or recommendations for walking or cycling routes in the area.

What time is check-in at Grand Elysee?

Check-in at Grand Elysee is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Grand Elysee have Wi-Fi?

free throughout the hotel, 500 Mbps speed, no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Grand Elysee?

€6.90 per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near Grand Elysee?

A Döner Kebab or Currywurst with fries — around €5–7.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Grand Elysee?

A day ticket for all buses, U- and S-Bahn (Hamburg AB zone) costs €7.90; from the airport, take S-Bahn S1 to the city (single ticket ~€3.60).

When is the best time to visit Hamburg?

June and September are the best months to visit Hamburg, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The summer solstice in June brings long days and a lively atmosphere, while September's mild weather makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities like strolling along the Elbphilharmonie's rooftop.

Top-Attraktionen in Hamburg

St. Michaelis Church Free

💡 The free entrance lets you see the stunning white-and-gold interior and the crypt. Avoid Sunday mornings during services.

Kunsthalle Hamburg (Free Wednesday) Free

💡 The free Wednesday slot gets busy—go straight to the Rembrandt and Caspar David Friedrich rooms before the crowds. The courtyard café is lovely.

Speicherstadt Free

💡 Go at dusk when the lights reflect off the water. The view from the Wasserschloss bridge is particularly striking.

Planten un Blomen Free

💡 Catch the nightly water-light show at 10pm near the main lake (May-September). Arrive 15 minutes early for a good spot on the grass.

Elbphilharmonie Plaza Free

💡 Book your free slot online at least a few days in advance (same-day slots sometimes appear at 10am). Go on a clear day for best photos.

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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