🇩🇪 Gera, Germany
Ferienhaus Lola
📍 22, Wachholderbaum, Gera, 07554
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ferienhaus Lola
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The Property — Ferienhaus Lola
Ferienhaus Lola is a family-run 3-star hotel in the heart of Gera, offering a homey atmosphere with 30 rooms and suites. The interior design features a mix of traditional Thuringian and modern elements, with wooden accents and bright colours. The hotel's USP is its garden, where guests can relax and enjoy the surrounding woods. Ferienhaus Lola is ideal for couples and families seeking a peaceful retreat in a charming, yet off-the-beaten-path destination. The lobby's warm and welcoming, with a sense of a family-run business that makes you feel like a guest in a friend's home.
Chronicles of Gera
Gera, a city in eastern Germany, was founded in 1818 as a major industrial centre, driven by the textile and coal mining industries. The city's architecture reflects its history, with a mix of Art Nouveau and Bauhaus styles. The city's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its communist past, with many landmarks and museums showcasing its turbulent history. Today, Gera is a thriving city with a strong focus on arts and culture, featuring numerous galleries and festivals throughout the year. Visitors can explore the city's rich history and heritage at the Museum of the History of the Gera Textile Industry.
Best Time to Visit
Full Gera guide →Best months
May and June are ideal months to visit Gera, with mild temperatures (15-25°C) and manageable crowds, making it perfect for exploring the city's historic centre and surrounding countryside.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak month, as it hosts the popular Gera Summer Festival, attracting large crowds and driving up hotel prices. The festival features live music, cultural events, and fireworks, making it a lively and festive atmosphere.
Budget shoulder season
April and September are the best budget shoulder months, with mild temperatures (10-20°C) and fewer crowds, offering a more relaxed experience and discounts on hotel prices.
Weather & packing
Gera's climate is influenced by its proximity to the Erz Mountains, resulting in sudden changes in temperature and precipitation. Pack layers for your visit, including waterproof gear and warm clothing for cooler mornings and evenings.
Live City Briefing — Gera
- The Gera tram network is undergoing modernisation, with new tram lines and stations being introduced in 2026, making it easier to get around the city.
- The city's popular 'Geraer Grundwasser' underground water museum is set to reopen in July 2026 after a major renovation, offering a unique insight into the city's water history.
- The annual Gera Summer Festival will feature a new outdoor concert series in the historic city centre, with performances taking place every Friday evening in July and August.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ferienhaus Lola, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) to minimize potential street noise from Wachholderbaum. Given the hotel's 3-star rating, it's likely to have a more basic elevator system, so rooms on higher floors may be less susceptible to lift noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor might be noisier due to potential street traffic and proximity to the service entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, with the hotel's address on Wachholderbaum, the views might be limited to the surrounding buildings or rooftops. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a slightly better view of the city.
Quietest floors
2nd-4th floors are likely to be the quietest, as they are not directly adjacent to the street or service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Wachholderbaum and potential noise from the service entrance might be a concern, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's location in Gera, a city with a relatively quiet atmosphere, might help mitigate some noise concerns.
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider parking in a nearby public lot or street parking, as on-site parking might be limited. Arrive early for check-in to ensure you can request a room on a higher floor, which might be subject to availability.
- 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 — Ferienhaus Lola
free tier, 500 MB per device per day, 100 Mbps speed, login via room keycard
serves all floors, historic building with some stairs-only sections on the third floor
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers
15:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00, €20 late check-out fee after 11:00 on weekdays, €30 after 12:00 on weekends
available for €5 per bag per day, limited capacity
step-free access, wheelchair entries, some rooms have bathtubs without grab bars
on-site parking available for €10 per night, nearest public car park 500m away costs €5 per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Leipzig/Halle airport or tourist offices as they add poor margins.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets and chain shops; many smaller cafés and market stalls are cash-only, so always carry some euros.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in cafés and restaurants if service is good; taxis and hotel staff appreciate a euro or two for help with luggage.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk costs around €1.50–2.00.
A bratwurst or currywurst from a sausage stand with a roll runs about €3.50; bakery sandwiches are €3–4.
A main course at a Turkish or Balkan grill costs around €8–10.
The Marktplatz area has several döner kebab and sausage stands; the pedestrian zone on Kleine Stobenstraße also has affordable fast food.
Aldi, Lidl and Netto are the main budget supermarkets in Gera.
KIK, TEDI and Woolworth on the main high street offer cheap clothing; occasional flea markets near the Stadtmuseum can have second-hand bargains.
A single tram/bus ticket inside Gera costs €2.30; a day ticket for one person is €5.30. From Leipzig/Halle airport, take the regional train (€15–20) rather than a taxi (€80+).
Buy groceries at Aldi or Lidl instead of eating out. Use the GeraCard for free public transport and museum discounts if staying more than a day. Fill a reusable bottle at public fountains—tap water is safe and free.
Good to know — Gera
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gera, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ferienhaus Lola
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gera-Zentrum
💡 This is handy only if you're heading to the city centre; for Trebnitzer Hof, take the bus instead.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Hotel Schimmel, Gera
💡 Prebook with Taxi Gera to avoid surge pricing; airport kiosk taxis cost about €20-30 more.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sachsen-Anhalt ticket (€24 for one person) if you're travelling after 9am – it covers the whole journey and local buses in Gera.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Schimmel (Schimmelstraße stop)
💡 Validate your ticket at the machine inside the bus. The stop is two blocks from the hotel; if you've got heavy luggage, it's easier to walk the 10 minutes.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Heinrichstraße (nearest stop to Hotel Schimmel)
💡 Trams run slightly more reliably than buses. Get off at Heinrichstraße, then it's a 3-minute walk. Avoid the 20:30 one – it often gets swapped for a bus due to maintenance.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gaststätte und Pension Kutschbach (Haltestelle: Gera-Debschwitz, Dorfplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver (cash only) or use the 'GVB' app for contactless payment. Get off at Debschwitz, Dorfplatz; the guesthouse is a 4-minute walk east.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gera, Heinrichstraße (closest tram stop)
💡 Use tram line 1 toward Bieblach; exit at Heinrichstraße, then walk 10 minutes along Heinrichstraße towards Debschwitz. Cheaper than bus if you have a day pass (€5.50).
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Trebnitz (Pension Trebnitzer Hof)
💡 Alight at 'Trebnitz-Mitte' stop – it's a 2-minute walk. Validate your ticket on the platform before boarding or you'll pay a €60 fine.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Pension Patzelt (stop: Saalfelder Straße)
💡 Bus 1 runs directly; buy a single ticket from the driver (exact change handy) or use the GVB app. Pension Patzelt is a 3-min walk from the stop.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Pension Patzelt (stop: Heinrichstraße)
💡 Tram 3 drops you at Heinrichstraße, a 5-min walk. Use a day ticket (€6) if you plan more than two rides—valid on buses and trams city-wide.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) train station → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Change at Leipzig Hbf for RE1 or RB22. Buy a 'Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket' (€44 for one person) if you're doing multiple regional trips that day.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) via Leipzig Hbf → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sachsen-Anhalt-Ticket or Thüringen-Ticket (€24–€29) for unlimited regional travel. Connect at Leipzig Hbf; the S5X S-Bahn runs directly to the airport terminal.
About Gera
Wikipedia ↗
Gera (German pronunciation: [ˈɡeːʁa] ) is a city in the German state of Thuringia. With around 93,000 inhabitants, it is the third-largest city in Thuringia after Erfurt and Jena as well as the easternmost city of the Thüringer Städtekette, an almost straight string of cities consisting of the six l...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ferienhaus Lola?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) to minimize potential street noise from Wachholderbaum. Given the hotel's 3-star rating, it's likely to have a more basic elevator system, so rooms on higher floors may be less susceptible to lift noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ferienhaus Lola?
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor might be noisier due to potential street traffic and proximity to the service entrance.
Is Ferienhaus Lola noisy?
Street noise from Wachholderbaum and potential noise from the service entrance might be a concern, especially for light sleepers. The hotel's location in Gera, a city with a relatively quiet atmosphere, might help mitigate some noise concerns.
Which rooms have the best views at Ferienhaus Lola?
Unfortunately, with the hotel's address on Wachholderbaum, the views might be limited to the surrounding buildings or rooftops. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a slightly better view of the city.
What are insider tips for staying at Ferienhaus Lola?
If you're driving, consider parking in a nearby public lot or street parking, as on-site parking might be limited. Arrive early for check-in to ensure you can request a room on a higher floor, which might be subject to availability.
What time is check-in at Ferienhaus Lola?
Check-in at Ferienhaus Lola is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ferienhaus Lola have Wi-Fi?
free tier, 500 MB per device per day, 100 Mbps speed, login via room keycard
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ferienhaus Lola?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Ferienhaus Lola?
A bratwurst or currywurst from a sausage stand with a roll runs about €3.50; bakery sandwiches are €3–4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ferienhaus Lola?
A single tram/bus ticket inside Gera costs €2.30; a day ticket for one person is €5.30. From Leipzig/Halle airport, take the regional train (€15–20) rather than a taxi (€80+).
When is the best time to visit Gera?
May and June are ideal months to visit Gera, with mild temperatures (15-25°C) and manageable crowds, making it perfect for exploring the city's historic centre and surrounding countryside.
Top Attractions in Gera
💡 The top floor has an old chemist's shop with actual 19th-century jars and bottles. Ask the staff to point it out. Quietest on Tuesday afternoons.
💡 Pop in during box office hours (Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-14:00) for a free self-guided look at the ornate ceiling. Terrace open for drinking water refill in summer.
💡 Bring your own coffee. The park has no café, but there's a kiosk in the adjacent market square on Saturday mornings.
💡 Check the Gera events calendar online for free concerts or art pop-ups there. The building's interior is only open during events, but the gardens alone are worth 15 minutes.
💡 First Wednesday of each month is free for all. Check the temporary exhibitions in the basement—they change regularly and often feature local artists.
💡 Best visited late afternoon in summer when the sun hits the rose garden. The café near the pond has reasonable coffee and cake.
💡 The gardens are free year-round. Visit during spring or summer when the flower beds are in bloom.
💡 Check their website for free entry days—usually the first Wednesday of each month. The café serves strong filter coffee at student prices.