🇩🇪 Erlangen, Germany
Grauer Wolf
📍 80, Hauptstraße, Erlangen, 91054
Your stay — Grauer Wolf
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Grauer Wolf, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) to minimize street noise from Hauptstraße, as the hotel is located on a main street in Erlangen. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and its location in a city, it's likely that rooms on lower floors may receive more noise from foot traffic, bars, or restaurants nearby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor, as they may be more prone to street noise from Hauptstraße, as well as potential noise from nearby bars or restaurants.
Best views
Unfortunately, with the hotel's address and orientation, there are no notable views to request. The hotel is situated on a main street, and the surrounding buildings may not offer any particularly scenic views.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some noise from street traffic, especially on the lower floors, and potentially from nearby bars or restaurants.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, consider using the nearby public parking lot (around 5-10 minute walk from the hotel) instead of the on-site parking, as it may be more convenient and cost-effective. 2. If you're a light sleeper, consider requesting a room with a room change policy, so you can switch to a quieter room if needed.
- 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 — Grauer Wolf
free public WiFi, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital PressReader access on hotel's app, no physical papers
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop available upon request, late check-out until 12:00 with €20 fee
available 24/7, €5 per bag per 24 hours
step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available upon request, historic building with some structural limitations
on-site parking available, €15 per night, nearest public car park is Hauptstraße Parkplatz, €10 per day, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 credit card hold at check-in, no advance deposit required
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Hugenottenkirche (166 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Neustädter Friedhofskirche (250 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Neustädter Kirche (303 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Evangelisch-methodistische Kirche Erlangen (687 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Erlangen Arcaden — 385 m · ~5 min walk
Verweilplatz Güterhallenstraße — 195 m · ~2 min walk
Kunstmuseum Erlangen — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Theaterbühne Fifty-Fifty e.V. — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Am Rathausplatz — 736 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 87 m · ~1 min walk
Bahnhof-Apotheke — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Al Rashid Markt — 30 m · ~1 min walk
Erlangen — 122 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs (Geldautomaten) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist offices which charge poor rates.
Cards (EC/Maestro and credit cards like Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common.
In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff – small tip (€1-2) for porters; no tipping expected in bars.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or cafe costs around €2.50.
A Döner kebab or similar takeaway sandwich costs about €5-6.
Pizza or pasta in a casual Italian restaurant: main dish around €10-12.
The Altstadt (old town) pedestrian zone has several takeaway kebab and currywurst stalls; farmers' market (Wochenmarkt) near the Rathaus on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are common budget supermarkets in and around 91054.
C&A, H&M, and department stores like Galeria Kaufhof are typical on the main shopping streets (Hauptstraße, Nürnberger Straße).
A day ticket for Erlangen (StadtTicket) costs about €4.50 (adult); the cheapest way from Nuremberg Airport is a combination of U2 subway to Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof (about €4.50 single) then regional train to Erlangen (about €5-6 day ticket).
Use a discount supermarket for snacks and drinks rather than cafes; walk or cycle – 91054 is compact and bike-friendly; buy a day ticket if making more than two trips on public transport.
Good to know — Erlangen
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Erlangen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Grauer Wolf
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 87 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Bahnhof-Apotheke — 143 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Erlangen Hauptbahnhof (tram stop 'Hauptbahnhof') → Altmann's Stube Hotel (tram stop 'Rathaus', then 5 min walk)
💡 Get off at 'Rathaus'—walk 2 minutes east along Hauptstraße, then turn left into Schenkstraße. The tram is slightly slower than the bus but avoids traffic jams in the old town. Validate your ticket in the machine by the doors before boarding.
Erlangen Hauptbahnhof (bus stop 'Hauptbahnhof') → Altmann's Stube Hotel (bus stop 'Schenkstraße')
💡 Use the VGN app for live departure times. The bus drops you 100m from the hotel—turn right onto Schenkstraße. If you're carrying heavy luggage, this is better than walking from the station.
Flughafen Nürnberg (Nuremberg Airport) arrivals → Altmann's Stube Hotel (40 Schenkstraße, Erlangen)
💡 Book in advance with Taxi Erlangen (+49 9131 81112) for a flat €48. Avoid hailing from the stand during peak hours (17:00-19:00) on Fridays—traffic on A73 can push it to 40+ minutes.
Flughafen Nürnberg (Nuremberg Airport) → Altmann's Stube Hotel (Erlangen Hauptbahnhof, then 10 min walk)
💡 Buy a VGN single ticket from the machine at the airport. The train runs directly from the airport underground station (U-Bahn level, take escalator down from arrivals). Get off at Erlangen Hbf, exit south onto Bahnhofplatz, walk straight along Schenkstraße for 8 minutes—hotel is at 40 Schenkstraße.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Grauer Wolf?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) to minimize street noise from Hauptstraße, as the hotel is located on a main street in Erlangen. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and its location in a city, it's likely that rooms on lower floors may receive more noise from foot traffic, bars, or restaurants nearby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Grauer Wolf?
Avoid rooms on the first or second floor, as they may be more prone to street noise from Hauptstraße, as well as potential noise from nearby bars or restaurants.
Is Grauer Wolf noisy?
Guests may experience some noise from street traffic, especially on the lower floors, and potentially from nearby bars or restaurants.
Which rooms have the best views at Grauer Wolf?
Unfortunately, with the hotel's address and orientation, there are no notable views to request. The hotel is situated on a main street, and the surrounding buildings may not offer any particularly scenic views.
What are insider tips for staying at Grauer Wolf?
1. If you're driving, consider using the nearby public parking lot (around 5-10 minute walk from the hotel) instead of the on-site parking, as it may be more convenient and cost-effective. 2. If you're a light sleeper, consider requesting a room with a room change policy, so you can switch to a quieter room if needed.
What time is check-in at Grauer Wolf?
Check-in at Grauer Wolf is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Grauer Wolf have Wi-Fi?
free public WiFi, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Grauer Wolf?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Grauer Wolf?
A Döner kebab or similar takeaway sandwich costs about €5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Grauer Wolf?
A day ticket for Erlangen (StadtTicket) costs about €4.50 (adult); the cheapest way from Nuremberg Airport is a combination of U2 subway to Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof (about €4.50 single) then regional train to Erlangen (about €5-6 day ticket).
Top Attractions in Erlangen
💡 Admission is free every first Wednesday of the month. Check their website for guided tours in English (usually free on the same day). No photography in most rooms.
💡 Visit on a sunny weekday morning for near solitude. Free public toilets by the eastern entrance open during daylight hours.
💡 The tower spiral staircase is narrow—go early to avoid meeting others coming down. Park at Burgbergstraße for the easiest access.
💡 Pick up a free printed map from the tourist office (Rathausplatz 1). Best on a Sunday morning when traffic is light and you can actually see the architectural details.
💡 The alpine house is kept cooler than most greenhouses—wear a light jacket even in summer. No café, so bring your own water.