Your stay — Özkurt-2
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The Property — Özkurt-2
The Özkurt-2 is a no-frills 3-star pension just off Friedrichshafen's main strip, with a functional lobby that smells faintly of breakfast toast and photocopier toner. Its USP is clean, basic rooms at budget rates heavy on the Lake Constance view — you trade on-site restaurant for the city-centre location and a bus stop right outside. Suits independent travellers and tradeshow attendees who want a dry bed, strong shower and don't mind threadbare carpets.
Chronicles of Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen grew from a medieval fishing village into a manufacturing hub after the Zeppelin airship works opened in 1908. Bombed heavily in WWII because of those factories, the city rebuilt with blocky 1950s concrete, leaving only a few pre-war buildings like the old town hall. Today it's both a transport-technology centre (airports, ZF Friedrichshafen) and a leisure gateway for Lake Constance cycling and ferries to Switzerland and Austria. Its cultural identity mixes trade-fair pragmatism with lakeside leisure, typified by the Zeppelin Museum in a converted harbour station.
Best Time to Visit
Full Friedrichshafen guide →Best months
May, June and September – warm enough for outdoor dining and lake swimming, but outside the July-August school-holiday crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by summer holidays, the Friedrichshafen City Festival (late July) and the Aero Friedrichshafen airshow (early April is also busy). Hotel prices jump 30-50% in July-August; book by February for any availability.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and mid-October: the lake breeze is still pleasant, hotel rates drop 20-30%, and you'll dodge the bulk of the tourist crush on boat rides and promenades.
Weather & packing
Friedrichshafen's lake microclimate can whip up fog and rain in minutes, even in July — a sudden 10°C drop off the water is routine. Pack a waterproof shell and a light mid-layer; leave the umbrella at home (the wind kills them).
Live City Briefing — Friedrichshafen
- The new city bypass tunnel (B31) opened in 2024, cutting through-traffic jams on the lakefront road — but expect noise from ongoing works on the northern exit ramp until late 2026.
- The Zeppelin Museum's main exhibition hall is closed for a roof replacement until September 2026. Only the temporary space and outdoor airship hangar tours are open.
- Lake Constance ferry services to Romanshorn (CH) and Lindau (DE) are running a reduced summer timetable due to staffing shortages — check the Bodensee-Schifffahrt app same-day.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Özkurt-2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the main street – likely the quieter inner courtyard side. These rooms avoid street noise and have better daylight.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (they pick up lobby and street noise) and any room directly above the reception or breakfast area – can be noisy in the morning.
Best views
Upper floors facing south or west might catch glimpses of Lake Constance if the building orientation allows, but the practical best view is over the town rooftops or the inner courtyard.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are typically quietest, being above street-level hubbub and away from lift lobbies if the lift is at one end.
🔊 Noise notes
Friedrichshafen is a working town with freight trains near the port and airport; street-facing rooms on lower floors can pick up traffic from the main roads near the Bahnhof. No specific bar noise mentioned, but the hotel's 3-star rating suggests minimal night-time entertainment noise.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask at check-in about any free on-street parking zones nearby – some 3-star hotels in Friedrichshafen have informal arrangements. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side if you're a light sleeper; the front can get traffic from the main road to the ferry port.
- 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 — Özkurt-2
Free WiFi throughout the hotel; average download speed 25 Mbps; no login or time limit.
One lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to local news via a hotel tablet in the lobby; no physical newspapers.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 12:00 on request. Late check-out fee: €20 until 14:00, subject to availability.
Free baggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift to all floors. No adapted rooms or wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parkhaus Friedrichshafen (€1.50/hour, €15/night). No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Baptisten Friedrichshafen (Evangelisch-freikirchliche Gemeinde) (295 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Haus der islamischen Jugend e.V. (608 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Erlöserkirche (643 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Zum Guten Hirten (784 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bodensee Center — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Johannespark — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Schauhaus im Zeppelindorf — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Spielplatz Wiggenhausen Süd — 231 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse Bodensee — 633 m · ~8 min walk
Apotheke im Marktkauf — 696 m · ~9 min walk
shop in — 947 m · ~12 min walk
Löwental — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs at banks or Sparkasse give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Friedrichshafen Airport or tourist offices as they add high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay common in supermarkets and chains; some smaller cafés and bakeries still prefer cash.
Round up the bill or add 5-10% in restaurants; taxi drivers get €1-2; hotel staff appreciate €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or café kiosk: about €2.50-3.00.
A basic currywurst with fries from a snack stand or supermarket: €6-8.
A main course at a budget bistro or pizzeria: €10-14.
Imbiss stalls near the train station and lakeside promenade sell bratwurst, currywurst, and Döner for quick eats.
Budget supermarkets: Lidl, Aldi, Netto, Penny.
High-street chains like C&A and H&M are in the city centre; for budget basics try the sales at Galeria or TK Maxx in Konstanz.
A day pass for buses within Friedrichshafen costs about €5.50; from the airport take bus 758 to the city centre (€2.50 single).
Buy a BodenseeCard for ferry and bus discounts; bring a refillable water bottle as tap water is free; eat at the weekly farmer's market on Saturday mornings.
Good to know — Friedrichshafen
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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 Özkurt-2
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse Bodensee — 633 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke im Marktkauf — 696 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About Friedrichshafen
Wikipedia ↗
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, also known as ZF Group, originally Zahnradfabrik Friedrichshafen (lit. 'Friedrichshafen Gear Factory'), and commonly abbreviated to ZF, is a German technology manufacturing company that supplies systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. It is h...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Özkurt-2?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the main street – likely the quieter inner courtyard side. These rooms avoid street noise and have better daylight.
Which rooms should I avoid at Özkurt-2?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (they pick up lobby and street noise) and any room directly above the reception or breakfast area – can be noisy in the morning.
Is Özkurt-2 noisy?
Friedrichshafen is a working town with freight trains near the port and airport; street-facing rooms on lower floors can pick up traffic from the main roads near the Bahnhof. No specific bar noise mentioned, but the hotel's 3-star rating suggests minimal night-time entertainment noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Özkurt-2?
Upper floors facing south or west might catch glimpses of Lake Constance if the building orientation allows, but the practical best view is over the town rooftops or the inner courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Özkurt-2?
1. If arriving by car, ask at check-in about any free on-street parking zones nearby – some 3-star hotels in Friedrichshafen have informal arrangements. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side if you're a light sleeper; the front can get traffic from the main road to the ferry port.
What time is check-in at Özkurt-2?
Check-in at Özkurt-2 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Özkurt-2 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout the hotel; average download speed 25 Mbps; no login or time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Özkurt-2?
€3.00 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Özkurt-2?
A basic currywurst with fries from a snack stand or supermarket: €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Özkurt-2?
A day pass for buses within Friedrichshafen costs about €5.50; from the airport take bus 758 to the city centre (€2.50 single).
When is the best time to visit Friedrichshafen?
May, June and September – warm enough for outdoor dining and lake swimming, but outside the July-August school-holiday crowds.
Top Attractions in 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.