🇩🇪 Göttingen, Germany
Gästehaus Roddert
📍 17, Obere-Masch-Straße, Göttingen, 37073
Photo: official website
Your stay — Gästehaus Roddert
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The Property — Gästehaus Roddert
Gästehaus Roddert is a family-run, 3-star hotel in Göttingen's historic centre, with a rustic-chic aesthetic that blends traditional timber frames with modern comforts. The lobby's warm colours and exposed beams immediately convey a sense of welcoming hospitality. This hotel is perfect for budget-conscious visitors seeking an authentic, no-frills experience, particularly students, backpackers, and those exploring the city's academic and cultural heritage. Expect a cozy, laid-back atmosphere and a hearty breakfast spread.
Chronicles of Göttingen
Göttingen, founded in 1230 by the Teutonic Order, has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. The city's medieval centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with many half-timbered houses and ornate churches still standing. Göttingen has been a hub for academic and intellectual pursuits since the 16th century, earning it the nickname 'Athens on the Leine'. Today, the city is a charming blend of Gothic, Baroque, and modern architecture, with a lively arts and cultural scene. Visitors can explore the historic centre's narrow streets, visit the famous Georg-August University, and enjoy the city's many museums and festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Göttingen guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Göttingen, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C/64-72°F) and manageable crowds. The summer months offer warm weather, while the autumn months bring mild temperatures and fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak tourist month, as it coincides with the Göttingen International Music Festival, which attracts classical music enthusiasts from around the world. Expect higher hotel prices and larger crowds during this time. The festival's events and concerts take place in various venues across the city, including the historic Frauentor and the Stadthalle.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are the best budget shoulder months, with mild temperatures (12-18°C/54-64°F) and fewer tourists. You can find discounts on hotel rooms and enjoy the city's spring blooms without the peak season prices.
Weather & packing
Göttingen's climate is influenced by its location in the Leine Valley, which can lead to sudden rain showers even in summer. Pack layers for your visit, and don't forget a waterproof jacket to be prepared for any unexpected weather conditions.
Live City Briefing — Göttingen
- The city's new tram line, the Göttingen–Münden–Kassel tram, has opened, making it easier to explore the surrounding region. The Göttingen Museum of Natural History has reopened after a major renovation, featuring new exhibits on the region's natural history and geology. The annual Göttingen Jazz Festival takes place in late July, with performances by international and local jazz musicians in various venues around the city.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gästehaus Roddert, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th floor) for a quieter stay. The hotel's 3-star rating suggests that the upper floors have been renovated or maintained better, reducing the likelihood of noise from the street, Obere-Masch-Straße.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st to 3rd) due to potential noise from street traffic and the nearby service entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a clear view of any notable landmarks or scenic areas. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops or the nearby cityscape.
Quietest floors
4th to 5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from Obere-Masch-Straße, especially on the lower floors. The lift is likely to be located on a lower floor, so rooms near it might experience more noise from lift activity.
Insider tips
When arriving by car, consider parking at the nearby public parking lot (Parkhaus Maschstraße) instead of the hotel's parking, as it may offer more affordable rates and easier access. Don't miss the nearby Georg-August University of Göttingen's botanical garden, a peaceful oasis within walking distance from the hotel.
- 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 — Gästehaus Roddert
free, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, with a small historic section on the top floor accessible only by stairs
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on the lobby's tablet, no physical papers
check-in: 15:00-22:00, early bag-drop: available from 08:00, late check-out: €20 fee until 12:00
available for a fee of €5 per bag, per day
step-free access to the main entrance and all public areas, wheelchair-accessible rooms available on request
on-site parking available for €12 per night, nearest public car park is the Parkhaus Maschstraße for €10 per day, no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax)
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sankt Marien (423 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Jacobi (436 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Johannis (439 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Reformkirche (442 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Carré — 310 m · ~4 min walk
Wall — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Biodiversitätsmuseum — 438 m · ~5 min walk
apex Kultur e. V. — 635 m · ~8 min walk
Petrosilienstraße Nord — 200 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 317 m · ~4 min walk
Apotheke im Carré — 346 m · ~4 min walk
Phuong Lan — 113 m · ~1 min walk
ZOB Göttingen — 437 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchanging at airports or tourist bureaux as their rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets and chain stores; many small shops, cafes, and eateries in Göttingen still prefer cash or EC card (German debit card). Contactless is common for small amounts.
Rounding up the bill or adding 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory. For taxis, round up to the next euro. Hotel housekeeping is not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee or espresso at a bakery or café usually costs around €2.00–€2.50.
A simple lunch (soup, sandwich or salad) in a café or Imbiss costs about €6–€8.
A main course in a budget-friendly restaurant or pizzeria runs about €8–€11.
The area around the central train station has several kebab and Döner shops offering a filling meal for €5–€7. The weekly market on market square (Mittwoch/Samstag) sells sausages in Brötchen for about €3–€4.
Aldi and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains in Göttingen 37073, with Netto also common.
The pedestrian zone (Weender Straße) has high-street chains like H&M, C&A, and Primark for affordable clothing; no dedicated market for clothes here.
The cheapest way around is a single ticket (€2.80) or a day pass for inner-zone bus (around €5.60). From Hannover airport, take the FlixTrain or regional train (€30–€40, 1.5h) rather than a direct shuttle.
1. Use a 49-Euro Deutschlandticket for unlimited regional transport across Germany. 2. Buy lunch at a bakery (Brötchen, soup) instead of a sit-down restaurant. 3. Shop groceries at Aldi or Lidl to keep meal costs down.
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GöttingenWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Göttingen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Gästehaus Roddert
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 317 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke im Carré — 346 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Göttingen Hauptbahnhof → Kolke (stop: Im Kolke)
💡 Buy tickets from the driver (change okay) or via GoeNV app. Get off at 'Im Kolke' stop – Gästehaus Im Kolke 2 is 50m south. Simpler than walking from the station with luggage.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Gästehaus Im Kolke 2
💡 Fixed price via mydriver.de or Uber. For two people splitting cost, it's competitive with first-class train. No luggage stress, especially if arriving late.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Göttingen Hauptbahnhof
💡 Trains run direct from Frankfurt Airport's long-distance station (Fernbahnhof). For cheaper fares, book a 'Sparpreis' ticket 2-3 weeks ahead. Price includes ICE train, not regional.
Berlin ZOB → Göttingen Bahnhof
💡 Cheapest option for Berlin–Göttingen. Book early on flixbus.de for 7€ seats. Bus stops at station, then it's a 15-minute walk to Gästehaus Im Kolke 2 – or take bus 21.
Hannover Airport (HAJ) → Göttingen central bus station (ZOB)
💡 Book online in advance for the best price; last-minute tickets can double. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Lang Bed & Breakfast.
Göttingen Hauptbahnhof → Ferienhaus Schiffer (Kasseler Landstraße 38)
💡 The house is a 10-min drive south of the station; flag a taxi at the rank outside the main exit.
Göttingen Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Fledermaus (Burgstraße 1)
💡 Use the myTaxi app (now Free Now) to avoid the surcharge for phone bookings.
Hannover Airport (HAJ) → Lang Bed & Breakfast (Bürgerstraße 15)
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Göttingen (Tel: +49 551 5050) for a fixed fare – flagging down at the airport can cost €20 more. Worth it if your flight arrives after midnight.
Göttingen Hauptbahnhof → Weender Landstraße stop (near Lang Bed & Breakfast)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at the train station – you need a €1 coin for the machine. The stop is a 3-minute walk north of the B&B.
Göttingen Hbf (main train station) → Best Western Am Papenberg
💡 Get a day ticket (€5.80) if you plan multiple trips. The 'Am Papenberg' stop is right outside the hotel — no hill climb needed. Validate your ticket on the platform before boarding.
Göttingen Hauptbahnhof (ZOB) → Kasseler Landstraße (stop: Am Kupferberg)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver or use the HVV app; the stop is a 3-min walk to the hotel.
Göttingen Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Fledermaus (stop: Burgstraße)
💡 Buy a single ticket at the machine, but only if you haven’t got the GöttingenCard – it’s cheaper for multiple trips.
About Göttingen
Wikipedia ↗
Göttingen (, US also ; German: [ˈɡœtɪŋən] ; Low German: Chöttingen) is a university city in Lower Saxony, central Germany, the capital of the eponymous district. The River Leine runs through it. According to the 2022 German census, the population of Göttingen was 124,548.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Gästehaus Roddert?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th floor) for a quieter stay. The hotel's 3-star rating suggests that the upper floors have been renovated or maintained better, reducing the likelihood of noise from the street, Obere-Masch-Straße.
Which rooms should I avoid at Gästehaus Roddert?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st to 3rd) due to potential noise from street traffic and the nearby service entrance.
Is Gästehaus Roddert noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from Obere-Masch-Straße, especially on the lower floors. The lift is likely to be located on a lower floor, so rooms near it might experience more noise from lift activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Gästehaus Roddert?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a clear view of any notable landmarks or scenic areas. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops or the nearby cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Gästehaus Roddert?
When arriving by car, consider parking at the nearby public parking lot (Parkhaus Maschstraße) instead of the hotel's parking, as it may offer more affordable rates and easier access. Don't miss the nearby Georg-August University of Göttingen's botanical garden, a peaceful oasis within walking distance from the hotel.
What time is check-in at Gästehaus Roddert?
Check-in at Gästehaus Roddert is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gästehaus Roddert have Wi-Fi?
free, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gästehaus Roddert?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Gästehaus Roddert?
A simple lunch (soup, sandwich or salad) in a café or Imbiss costs about €6–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Gästehaus Roddert?
The cheapest way around is a single ticket (€2.80) or a day pass for inner-zone bus (around €5.60). From Hannover airport, take the FlixTrain or regional train (€30–€40, 1.5h) rather than a direct shuttle.
When is the best time to visit Göttingen?
June and September are ideal months to visit Göttingen, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C/64-72°F) and manageable crowds. The summer months offer warm weather, while the autumn months bring mild temperatures and fewer tourists.
Top Attractions in Göttingen
💡 Come at dusk when the square lights come on—fewer crowds and better light for shots. Grab a döner from the stall opposite.
💡 Go early in the morning (before 9am) or late evening to avoid crowds. The best photos are taken from the steps of the old town hall.
💡 Narrow spiral staircase means you need moderate fitness. Tuesdays quietest.
💡 Go on a weekday at 12:00 to hear the carillon play a short tune from the tower bells.
💡 The astronomical clock (midday chiming) often goes unnoticed — position yourself near the altar side for the best view of the mechanism.
💡 Check posters on the statue's base for free events — there's often improvised comedy or acoustic sets on weekend afternoons.
💡 The greenhouse tropical wing gets steamy—visit on a cool day for a free sauna effect. Best blooms in late spring.
💡 The collection is small – you can see it in under an hour. Combine with a walk through the nearby auditorium building's historic lecture halls.