🇩🇪 Hamburg, Germany
Hansa Residence
📍 301, Steilshooper Straße, Hamburg
Your stay — Hansa Residence
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hansa Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (5th or above), preferably on the south side (Steilshooper Straße runs east-west) for a quieter experience, as the hotel is located near a busy road. Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those closest to the street, as they may be more prone to traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the lower floors (1st-4th) and those facing Steilshooper Straße may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (5th and above) on the north side may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape, including the Alster riverside.
Quietest floors
5th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location near Steilshooper Straße means that rooms on the lower floors may be susceptible to traffic noise, especially during rush hour. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively quiet and comfortable stay.
Insider tips
To minimize noise, consider requesting a room on the higher floors or at the back of the hotel. This will help reduce the impact of street noise. If you have time, visit the nearby Reeperbahn nightlife district, but be aware that it's a short walk from the hotel and may be busy, especially on weekends.
- 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 — Hansa Residence
free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, no login constraints
serves all floors, including historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader, physical papers available upon request
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 14:00 (€20 fee)
available from 08:00 to 22:00, €5 per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries through main entrance, no structural limitations
on-site parking available (€20 per night), nearest public car park 'HafenCity Ufer' (€15 per day), no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.30 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Martin-Luther-King-Kirche (688 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Gabriel (936 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Stadtmission (945 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Johannis (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
City Center Steilshoop — 781 m · ~10 min walk
FuhlsGarden — 914 m · ~11 min walk
Retro Spiele Club Hamburg — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Giraffenspielplatz — 288 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 946 m · ~12 min walk
Askanier-Apotheke — 654 m · ~8 min walk
Kiosk & Getränke Oase — 792 m · ~10 min walk
Habichtstraße — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange money at banks, currency exchange offices (Wechselstuben) or at the Hamburg Airport. Be aware that rates at airports and tourist bureaux may be unfavourable. Consider using an ATM to withdraw Euros with your debit/credit card.
Most shops, restaurants, and public transportation in Hamburg accept credit/debit cards, contactless payments, and mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Some smaller shops might require cash, though.
Tipping in Hamburg is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is common. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare or leaving 10% is sufficient. Hotel staff may not expect tips, but a small gesture of appreciation is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around €2-3 from a street vendor or a café.
A budget-friendly option for lunch is a Currywurst from a street vendor for around €3-4 or a simple salad from a supermarket deli for around €4-5.
A hearty bowl of Fischbrötchen (fish sandwich) from a street vendor costs around €5-6 or a simple pasta dish at a restaurant for €8-10.
Street food areas to explore are around the Reeperbahn and the Alster Lakes.
Budget supermarket chains like Lidl and Aldi have several locations in the area.
For affordable high-street shopping, head to the Mönckebergstraße or the surrounding streets.
A single ticket for public transportation costs €2.80, but a day pass (Tageskarte) can be purchased for €7.20. From the airport, the S1 train to Hauptbahnhof (main station) costs around €3.20.
Buy a Hamburg CARD for free public transportation and discounts at attractions, use the public bike system (Stadtrad) for short trips, and consider purchasing groceries at local markets or from street vendors.
Good to know — Hamburg
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hamburg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hansa Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 946 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Askanier-Apotheke — 654 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Hauptbahnhof → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Berliner Tor)
💡 Buy a single ticket (€1.80) for this short hop. From Hbf, take U3 to Berliner Tor—exit south side, the hotel is 300m down Hammerbrookstrasse.
Hamburg Airport (Flughafen) → Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Get the HVV day ticket for €6.80 (2024) if you’ll ride again later—covers all buses and trains in the city zone, including airport.
Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Hammerbrook)
💡 Bus stop is right outside terminal 1 exit. Get off at 'Hammerbrook'—the Ibis is a 3-minute walk from there. Less crowded than S-Bahn at rush hour.
Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost
💡 Flat rate to city centre is about €30–35, but confirm before starting. For airport runs, use FREE NOW app—often 15% cheaper than flagging one at the rank.
About Hamburg
Wikipedia ↗
Hamburg, officially the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, is the second-largest city in Germany after Berlin and sixth-largest city in the European Union, with a population of over 1.9 million. The Hamburg Metropolitan Region has a population of over 5.1 million and is the tenth-largest metropolit...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hansa Residence?
Request a room on a higher floor (5th or above), preferably on the south side (Steilshooper Straße runs east-west) for a quieter experience, as the hotel is located near a busy road. Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those closest to the street, as they may be more prone to traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hansa Residence?
Rooms on the lower floors (1st-4th) and those facing Steilshooper Straße may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential traffic.
Is Hansa Residence noisy?
The hotel's location near Steilshooper Straße means that rooms on the lower floors may be susceptible to traffic noise, especially during rush hour. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively quiet and comfortable stay.
Which rooms have the best views at Hansa Residence?
Rooms on the higher floors (5th and above) on the north side may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape, including the Alster riverside.
What are insider tips for staying at Hansa Residence?
To minimize noise, consider requesting a room on the higher floors or at the back of the hotel. This will help reduce the impact of street noise. If you have time, visit the nearby Reeperbahn nightlife district, but be aware that it's a short walk from the hotel and may be busy, especially on weekends.
What time is check-in at Hansa Residence?
Check-in at Hansa Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hansa Residence have Wi-Fi?
free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hansa Residence?
€2.30 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hansa Residence?
A budget-friendly option for lunch is a Currywurst from a street vendor for around €3-4 or a simple salad from a supermarket deli for around €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hansa Residence?
A single ticket for public transportation costs €2.80, but a day pass (Tageskarte) can be purchased for €7.20. From the airport, the S1 train to Hauptbahnhof (main station) costs around €3.20.
Top Attractions in Hamburg
💡 The free entrance lets you see the stunning white-and-gold interior and the crypt. Avoid Sunday mornings during services.
💡 The free Wednesday slot gets busy—go straight to the Rembrandt and Caspar David Friedrich rooms before the crowds. The courtyard café is lovely.
💡 Go at dusk when the lights reflect off the water. The view from the Wasserschloss bridge is particularly striking.
💡 Catch the nightly water-light show at 10pm near the main lake (May-September). Arrive 15 minutes early for a good spot on the grass.
💡 Book your free slot online at least a few days in advance (same-day slots sometimes appear at 10am). Go on a clear day for best photos.