🇩🇪 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Capitol
📍 69 Eugenstraße, Friedrichshafen, 88045
Photo: official website
tu estancia — Capitol
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La propiedad — Capitol
The Capitol is a reliable, no-frills 3-star on Friedrichshafen's main strip, Buchhornplatz. The lobby feels brisk and functional – brown leather chairs, a reception desk with leaflets for the Zeppelin Museum, and the smell of coffee from the breakfast room. It suits independent travellers and trade-fair attendees who want a central base without fuss; the USP is location, not luxury. Standing there, you know you are an efficient, budget-conscious traveller, not a romantic.
Crónicas de Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen grew from a fishing village into a manufacturing hub after King Friedrich I of Württemberg granted it city status in 1811. It became world-famous as the birthplace of the Zeppelin airships, with Count Zeppelin's factory driving the economy until World War II. Allied bombing in 1944 destroyed much of the historic centre, so post-war rebuilding gave it a functional, 1950s look. Today its identity is split: a lakeside resort for water-sports and hiking, and a high-tech business centre home to Airbus and ZF Friedrichshafen. The ZF – a giant automotive supplier – gives the city a purring, industrial undercurrent.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Friedrichshafen →Los mejores meses
June and September: warm enough for swimming in Lake Constance (22°C water) but without July–August peak crowds. August is also good for stable weather, but boat traffic and hotel prices rise sharply.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August is the summer peak, driven by school holidays and the Europäische Bodensee-Meisterschaften (European Lake Constance Championships) in late July. Hotel rates can double from low-season €80 to €160+ per night. The Aero Friedrichshafen air show in April also surges prices but it's not in your stay window.
La temporada del hombro
May and October: May offers mild days (18°C) and blooming gardens, October has autumn colours and lower rates (€70–90). Both avoid the lake's full crowds but still have decent weather for cycling or ferry trips.
Tiempo y embalaje
The lake generates rapid micro-weather – sun can turn to drizzle within an hour. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and multi-layers; a swimming costume is a must for July, but also bring a warm jumper for evening breezes off the water.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Friedrichshafen
- New cycle path along the Uferpromenade opened in 2025, connecting Friedrichshafen to Langenargen – great for a scenic 10km ride with lake views.
- The Zeppelin Museum's airship hangar tour has extended summer hours until 8pm in July, booking online recommended.
- Major roadworks on Friedrichstraße start in June 2026, expected to cause traffic delays around the city centre until September – use the lakeside walkway to bypass congestion.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Capitol, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Eugenstraße). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street — direct noise from Eugenstraße traffic and footfall. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor; mid-corridor rooms are quieter.
Best views
Courtyard-side rooms on upper floors offer a quiet outlook over neighbouring gardens. Street-side rooms have a standard city view of Eugenstraße and opposite buildings — nothing special.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors — above street-level bustle, below any roof-level plant noise, and with courtyard aspect.
🔊 Noise notes
Eugenstraße sees regular traffic from early morning (around 6am) and occasional late-night vehicles. No tram or train lines directly outside, but the road connects to main routes so delivery lorries pass through. Guests in street-facing rooms report traffic hum until midnight.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free on-street parking after 6pm on Eugenstraße — saves the hotel parking fee. 2. Request a quiet room at booking and call 24 hours before arrival to confirm — the staff can block a courtyard room if available.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Capitol
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx. 30 Mbps down; no login constraints (open network with daily password at check-in)
Single lift serves all 4 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital press reader via tablet in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 09:00 at reception; late check-out until 12:00 for €20 surcharge (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage behind reception desk for same-day arrival/departure; no charge
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab bars in bathrooms
On-site private parking (12 spaces) at €10 per night; nearest public car park is Seeparkgarage (50m away) at €12 per night for 24h; no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for leisure stays; business travellers may be exempt upon proof)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 credit card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Friedenskapelle Hofen St. Johannes von Nepomuk (438 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Camii Moschee (612 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Schlosskirche (721 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: St. Petrus-Canisius (795 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Edeka-Baur-Einkaufszentrum — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Stadtgarten — 304 m · ~4 min walk
Schulmuseum — 228 m · ~3 min walk
Spielplatz Westliche Uferstraße — 126 m · ~2 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Nestle- Apotheke am See — 398 m · ~5 min walk
ML Ventures African — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Friedrichshafen Stadtbahnhof — 204 m · ~3 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at Friedrichshafen Airport and tourist offices – they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and Apple Pay are common. Some smaller cafes and bakeries prefer cash.
Restaurants: round up to the nearest euro or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up the fare. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, €1–2 per day for housekeeping.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or kiosk costs about €2–3.
A takeaway Döner kebab or pizza slice from a local Imbiss costs around €5–7.
A main course at a budget-friendly Gasthaus or Italian trattoria runs about €10–15.
The area around the train station (Friedrichshafen Stadt) has several Imbiss stalls and bakeries. Also, the weekly farmers' market on the Friedrichshafen waterfront offers cheap snacks.
Aldi and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets in the area, with Rewe and Edeka for broader choice at slightly higher prices.
For affordable clothing, head to the C&A or H&M at the Friedrichshafen shopping centre near the train station. Markets are rare here, so high-street chains are your bet.
A single bus ticket within Friedrichshafen costs about €2.50; a day pass is roughly €6. For airport transfer, the bus from Friedrichshafen Airport to the city centre costs around €3–4. The cheapest way from the airport is the bus (line 1 or 6).
Buy groceries at Aldi or Lidl instead of eating out. Use the local bus day pass if making multiple trips. Fill up a water bottle at public fountains or ask in cafes for free tap water – it's perfectly safe.
bueno saber — Friedrichshafen
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Friedrichshafen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Capitol
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 119 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Nestle- Apotheke am See — 398 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Find train tickets →Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Ferienwohnung Haus Wieland, Friedrichshafen
💡 Book via the free 'Taxi Friedrichshafen' app to lock in a fixed price and avoid surge fees; drivers often accept card payment, but carry €5-€10 in cash just in case.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen → Buchhornplatz (5 min walk to Hotel Wurster)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at the airport stop. The bus runs via the city centre; hop off at Buchhornplatz and walk east along Friedrichstraße.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen → Friedrichstraße (2 min walk to Hotel Wurster)
💡 Use the 'DB Navigator' app for real-time schedules. The tram stop 'Friedrichstraße' puts you directly on the pedestrian zone; Hotel Wurster is opposite the church.
Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Gästehaus Uezel (stop: Eckenerstraße)
💡 Check the timetable at the station — Line 3 runs direct but Line 12 requires a change at 'Riedlehof'. A day ticket for €5.60 covers unlimited rides and the ferry.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) bus stop 'Flughafen' → Ferienwohnung Haus Wieland, Friedrichshafen (stop 'Ailingen Mitte' or 'Mangold' depending on exact address)
💡 Get the 'Deutschlandticket' (€49/month) from the SWH app if you're staying more than a few days; it covers all local buses and regional trains. Single-ticket valid for 90 minutes of transfers.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen (bus stop at terminal) → Friedrichshafen Stadt station (walk 600m to hotel)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine (exact coins needed) or use the BodenseeMobil app. Get off at 'Friedrichshafen Stadion' stop instead — it's a 5-min walk closer to Gästehaus Uezel.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Gästehaus Uezel, Eckenerstraße 2a
💡 Taxis queue outside arrivals; confirm price before getting in. Airport taxis are pricier than pre-booking with a local firm like Taxi Friedrichshafen.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Hotel Wurster
💡 Book with Taxi-Zentrale Friedrichshafen (+49 7541 27000) for a fixed price of €25. Credit cards accepted but confirm in advance.
Friedrichshafen Hafenbahnhof → Hotel Wurster (5 min walk from station)
💡 If arriving by train, exit at Friedrichshafen Stadt station instead of the main Hbf — it’s closer to the hotel. S-Bahn tickets are valid for the whole Bodensee region.
Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof → Friedrichshafen Airport station (via shuttle bus – 2 mins)
💡 Only useful if you're connecting to a train further north (like Ulm). The airport shuttle bus from the station to the terminal is free with a valid train ticket — just show it to the driver.
Friedrichshafen Flughafen station (connected to airport terminal) → Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof (then connect to bus to Ailingen)
💡 This train runs along the lake; sit on the right side heading into town for panoramic Bodensee views. Validate your ticket at the small blue machine on the platform before boarding.
Friedrichshafen Hafen (pier 1) – 10-minute walk from airport → Ailingen ferry terminal (seasonal stop) – then bus to Haus Wieland
💡 A scenic option only in summer—buy the 'Seeweg' combo ticket at the Hafen ticket booth for tram+bus at €8 total. The walk from the airport pier is alongside the runway, so keep off the tarmac.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Capitol?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Eugenstraße). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Capitol?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street — direct noise from Eugenstraße traffic and footfall. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor; mid-corridor rooms are quieter.
Is Capitol noisy?
Eugenstraße sees regular traffic from early morning (around 6am) and occasional late-night vehicles. No tram or train lines directly outside, but the road connects to main routes so delivery lorries pass through. Guests in street-facing rooms report traffic hum until midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at Capitol?
Courtyard-side rooms on upper floors offer a quiet outlook over neighbouring gardens. Street-side rooms have a standard city view of Eugenstraße and opposite buildings — nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Capitol?
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free on-street parking after 6pm on Eugenstraße — saves the hotel parking fee. 2. Request a quiet room at booking and call 24 hours before arrival to confirm — the staff can block a courtyard room if available.
What time is check-in at Capitol?
Check-in at Capitol is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Capitol have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx. 30 Mbps down; no login constraints (open network with daily password at check-in)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Capitol?
€2.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for leisure stays; business travellers may be exempt upon proof)
Where can I eat cheaply near Capitol?
A takeaway Döner kebab or pizza slice from a local Imbiss costs around €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Capitol?
A single bus ticket within Friedrichshafen costs about €2.50; a day pass is roughly €6. For airport transfer, the bus from Friedrichshafen Airport to the city centre costs around €3–4. The cheapest way from the airport is the bus (line 1 or 6).
When is the best time to visit Friedrichshafen?
June and September: warm enough for swimming in Lake Constance (22°C water) but without July–August peak crowds. August is also good for stable weather, but boat traffic and hotel prices rise sharply.
Principales atracciones en Friedrichshafen
💡 Head north past the marina to the quieter Buchhorn beach – less crowded than the main waterfront, with shallow water for a paddle.
💡 Walk east past the ferry terminal for quieter spots with fewer crowds. Best at sunset.
💡 Head east past the marina around 6pm to catch the sunset behind the Swiss Alps — less crowded than the main beach.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit near the Graf Zeppelin monument at sunset for the best light. Free public WC at the harbour end.
💡 Visit on Wednesday or Saturday morning for the farmers' market — grab a Brezel from the bakery stall around 11am before the lunch rush.
💡 Bring binoculars on a clear day to spot the Pfänder mountain cable car in Bregenz across the lake.
💡 Check the schedule for free organ concerts on summer Saturday afternoons. Sit in the back pew for the best acoustics.
💡 Come on Saturday morning for the market — grab a fresh pretzel from the stall near the fountain and watch the town come alive. Free, no entry needed.