🇩🇪 Weimar, Germany
Russischer Hof
📍 2, Goetheplatz, Weimar, 99423
Dein Aufenthalt — Russischer Hof
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Russischer Hof, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3 or 4) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a busy street (Goetheplatz) with potential street noise. The hotel has a lift, but higher floors may still be a good option for those who prefer less noise from the lift and potentially more peaceful views of the city.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1 and 2) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and possibly more traffic from the hotel's entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Goetheplatz doesn't offer stunning views of the surrounding area. However, rooms on higher floors may provide a more peaceful view of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and the potential for reduced noise from the lift and street.
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel's location on Goetheplatz may be subject to some street noise, particularly from pedestrians and traffic.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a window on the western side to capture some natural light and potentially enjoy a view of the surrounding buildings. 2. Consider checking in during the morning or early afternoon to avoid potential queues at the reception desk.
- 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 — Russischer Hof
free, 500 MB/day, no login constraints
yes, serves all floors
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-room tablet
check-in: 15:00, check-out: 11:00, early bag-drop available; late check-out: €20/hour after 12:00
available in the lobby, free of charge
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, some rooms equipped with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
on-site parking available, €15/night; nearest public car park (Parkhaus Goetheplatz) is 500m away, €10/night; no EV charging available
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €1.70 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Herz-Jesu-Kirche (178 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: FeG Weimar (342 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Freie evangelische Gemeinde Weimar (342 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Kreuzkirche (751 m · ~9 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Goethekaufhaus — 448 m · ~6 min walk
Poseckscher Garten — 600 m · ~8 min walk
Wittumspalais — 500 m · ~6 min walk
DNT - Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar — 357 m · ~4 min walk
Spielpunkt — 305 m · ~4 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 332 m · ~4 min walk
Liszt-Apotheke — 31 m · ~1 min walk
Panda — 579 m · ~7 min walk
Busbahnhof — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist areas, which take high commissions.
Contactless debit/credit cards widely accepted; smaller shops and stalls may expect cash. Mobile pay common in supermarkets and chain stores.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotels: small change for porters/housekeeping (€1–2).
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Americano from a bakery kiosk: about €1.50–2.
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
Pizza or pasta at a casual Italian trattoria: €8–12 for a main.
Near the market square and along the pedestrian zone you'll find bratwurst stalls, Döner shops, and Asian noodle stands.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are the main budget supermarkets in the area.
C&A and H&M on the main shopping streets; second-hand shops around the Altstadt offer cheap finds.
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
Buy a Weimar Card for discounted museum entry and free public transport. Eat lunch at a bakery (Mittagstisch specials under €5). Shop for produce at the weekly farmers' market rather than the Rewe.
Gut zu wissen — Weimar
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
WeimarWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Weimar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Russischer Hof
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 332 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Liszt-Apotheke — 31 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Weimar Hbf → Höhe 304 (Buchenwald stop)
💡 Trams run less frequently on Sundays — use 'WeimarMobil' app for live departures. Validate ticket on board or fine is 60 EUR.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Höhe 304 hotel
💡 Book via +49 3643 500100 for fixed price to avoid meter surprises. Cash only with some drivers.
Erfurt Hbf (via bus from airport) → Weimar Hbf
💡 Buy a 'Deutschlandticket' for unlimited local travel. From Weimar station, take bus line 1 to 'Buchenwald Memorial' stop, then walk 5 min.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hbf / Höhe 304
💡 Bus line 105 stops at Goetheplatz, a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel. Check schedule online — it’s often late.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy your ticket at the DB machine at the airport station—cash only sometimes. The ride is direct, no change needed.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sparpreis ticket online in advance for €12–18. If arriving at Leipzig airport, take the S-Bahn (€3) to Leipzig Hbf, then change to ICE. Avoid Frankfurt Airport – it adds 3 hours of travel.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Residenz (stop: Goetheplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform—coins only, no cards. Validate it before boarding. Trams run reliably and drop you right near the hotel.
Erbenhof Hotel (stop: Goetheplatz) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Walk 3 mins from the hotel to Goetheplatz tram stop. Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform – coins only, unless you use the VMT app. Day tickets (€5.50) include buses and trams and are often cheaper for two trips.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Markt)
💡 Get off at Markt, not Goetheplatz. Exit the station, cross the forecourt, and the bus stop is on your left. Cash only on board—exact change helps.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Theaterplatz)
💡 Tram 2 is faster than bus 1 if your pension is near Theaterplatz—just walk two minutes south. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard, or you’ll risk a fine.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Hotel Residenz, Weimar
💡 Book at least a day ahead with a fixed-price company like Taxi Weimar or Airporttransfer-Thueringen; avoid the rank drivers who charge up to 20% more. It's a long drive but the only door-to-door option.
Frankfurt Airport → Weimar central bus stop (Goetheplatz)
💡 Cheapest option but bumpy and often late. Reserve seats early via the FlixBus app. The bus stop at Goetheplatz is a 10-minute walk to Hotel Residenz.
Über Weimar
Wikipedia ↗
The Weimar Republic was a historical period of the German state from 9 November 1918 to 23 March 1933, during which it was a constitutional republic for the first time in history. The state was officially named the German Reich, but was more commonly referred to, and unofficially proclaimed itself, ...
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Russischer Hof?
Request a room on a higher floor (3 or 4) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a busy street (Goetheplatz) with potential street noise. The hotel has a lift, but higher floors may still be a good option for those who prefer less noise from the lift and potentially more peaceful views of the city.
Which rooms should I avoid at Russischer Hof?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1 and 2) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and possibly more traffic from the hotel's entrance.
Is Russischer Hof noisy?
Be aware that the hotel's location on Goetheplatz may be subject to some street noise, particularly from pedestrians and traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Russischer Hof?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Goetheplatz doesn't offer stunning views of the surrounding area. However, rooms on higher floors may provide a more peaceful view of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Russischer Hof?
1. Request a room with a window on the western side to capture some natural light and potentially enjoy a view of the surrounding buildings. 2. Consider checking in during the morning or early afternoon to avoid potential queues at the reception desk.
What time is check-in at Russischer Hof?
Check-in at Russischer Hof is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Russischer Hof have Wi-Fi?
free, 500 MB/day, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Russischer Hof?
€1.70 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Russischer Hof?
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Russischer Hof?
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
Top-Attraktionen in Weimar
💡 Check the notices board for free lunchtime organ recitals (usually Thursdays at 12:15). The crypt is open during services but locked otherwise; ask the verger for a quick peek.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often Saturday afternoons at 15:00. Sit in the front pews left of the altar for the best acoustics.
💡 Enter via the Frauenplan gate to start at Goethe’s Garden House (free entry to the garden, but house interior costs €8). The best picnic spot is by the Ilm weir near the Roman House.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often on Saturday afternoons. The crypt costs €2 but skip it unless you're a Herder fan.
💡 Tours in English run at 2pm on Saturdays; book at the tourist office the day before. No bag checks so bring small bags only.
💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and the best light on the classical buildings.
💡 Walk uphill behind Goethe's garden house for a view over the whole park. Take a picnic—there are benches by the river near the Schillerbogen bridge.
💡 Check for free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons. The church is quieter mid-morning.