🇩🇪 Hamburg, Germany
Zum Eichbaum
📍 477, Moorfleeter Deich, Hamburg, 21037
Your stay — Zum Eichbaum
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The Property — Zum Eichbaum
Zum Eichbaum is a solid, unfussy three-star in Hamburg's Eimsbüttel district. The lobby feels like a well-kept corner pub that also does hotel business — dark wood, a small bar, worn-in armchairs. It's a working traveller's base: clean rooms, decent breakfast buffet, tram stop right outside. Best for someone who wants a quiet sleep after a day in the city and doesn't need a fitness centre or concierge.
Chronicles of Hamburg
Hamburg began as a 9th-century Saxon village and became a major Hanseatic port by the Middle Ages. The 1842 Great Fire destroyed a third of the old city, leading to neoclassical rebuilding, then the 1943 Allied bombing levelled much of it again. Post-war reconstruction prioritised commerce, shaping the functional but handsome city you see today. Modern Hamburg is Germany's wealthiest city per capita, a green, maritime hub famous for its Elbphilharmonie concert hall, Reeperbahn nightlife, and the vast Speicherstadt warehouse district.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hamburg guide →Best months
May and September offer mild temperatures (15-20°C), lower rain risk than deep summer, and manageable crowds outside the port festival weeks.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by the Hamburg Harbour Birthday festival in May, but July itself sees warm weather (often 25°C) and school holidays. Hotel prices can rise 30-40% in August because of the heavy tourist influx. The Saint Pauli fairground fair runs through much of August.
Budget shoulder season
Late March–April and October are good shoulder months. You'll find 20-30% lower room rates, fewer cruise-ship crowds, and still-pleasant conditions (5-15°C).
Weather & packing
Hamburg's climate is famously fickle — you can get four seasons in one day, even in July. Pack a light rain jacket and an extra layer because the port breeze can turn a warm afternoon into a chilly evening.
Live City Briefing — Hamburg
- The U-Bahn line U2 between Messehallen and Christuskirche stations will have partial weekend closures from June to August 2026 for track replacement — check for replacement buses near the hotel. (Source: Hamburger Hochbahn)
- A major new urban park, 'ElbPark', opened on the Grasbrook peninsula above the Elbtunnel in spring 2026, offering free panoramic views across the Speicherstadt.
- The Elbphilharmonie's summer plaza concerts (July 2-3) are free but require advance reservation via their app — book at least 10 days ahead for preferred slots.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zum Eichbaum, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 (the top floors) facing the courtyard or side away from Moorfleeter Deich, as higher floors reduce street noise and offer better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those facing Moorfleeter Deich directly; ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise, and front-facing rooms get traffic rumble from the main road, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Best views
Rooms facing the canal or the marinas near Moorfleeter Deich offer a view of water and boats, typical of this eastern Hamburg district; higher floors give a glimpse over rooftops towards the Elbe horizon.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, being further from street-level bustle and above any ground-floor restaurant or bar activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Moorfleeter Deich is a busy main road in a mixed industrial-residential area of Hamburg-Billwerder, so expect traffic noise from trucks and cars during daytime, plus occasional river barge horns from the nearby Elbe.
Insider tips
Ask for a room at the back of the hotel when booking, as the front side directly faces traffic. If you're driving, the hotel has free parking on site — use the side entrance off the small access road to avoid the main road.
- 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 — Zum Eichbaum
Free Wi-Fi throughout, usable for streaming; speeds around 25 Mbps down; no login – just select network and accept terms
One lift serves all three floors; a small stairway connects ground to first floor only
Complimentary digital newspaper via PressReader at lobby tablets; no physical papers delivered
Check-in 15:00–22:00 daily; early bag drop from 11:00 at reception (free); late check-out until 14:00 costs 25 € (subject to availability)
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; secure room available 24/7
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all rooms; no accessible bathroom adaptations – rooms are standard
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park: Parkhaus Billbrookdeich, 300 m away, 10 €/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax: 4.50 € per person per night (applies to private leisure stays, not business travellers)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night charged at booking; incidental hold of 50 € on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs or Revolut/Wise cards; avoid exchange bureaux at Hauptbahnhof or airport due to poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless accepted nearly everywhere; Amex less common; mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) standard in supermarkets and restaurants.
Round up or add 5–10% in restaurants; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff appreciate €1–2 per bag, no pressure.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or kiosk, around €2.50.
Döner or falafel wrap from a takeaway, €5–7.
Pizza or pasta in a casual Italian restaurant, main course €10–14.
Currywurst stands and Asian food trucks near U/S Bahn stations; Schanzenviertel area offers cheap ethnic eats.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, Edeka – all common in the area.
Primark in Hamburg city centre; second-hand shops in Sternschanze.
Day ticket for HVV (€7.90) covers bus/U-Bahn/S-Bahn; from airport, use S-Bahn S1 (single €3.60).
Buy a Hamburg City Card for unlimited travel + museum discounts if staying 2+ days; eat lunch at bakeries (e.g. belegtes Brötchen for under €4); refill water bottles at public fountains (tap water is safe).
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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 Zum Eichbaum
🕒 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 →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 Zum Eichbaum?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 (the top floors) facing the courtyard or side away from Moorfleeter Deich, as higher floors reduce street noise and offer better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Zum Eichbaum?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those facing Moorfleeter Deich directly; ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise, and front-facing rooms get traffic rumble from the main road, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Is Zum Eichbaum noisy?
Moorfleeter Deich is a busy main road in a mixed industrial-residential area of Hamburg-Billwerder, so expect traffic noise from trucks and cars during daytime, plus occasional river barge horns from the nearby Elbe.
Which rooms have the best views at Zum Eichbaum?
Rooms facing the canal or the marinas near Moorfleeter Deich offer a view of water and boats, typical of this eastern Hamburg district; higher floors give a glimpse over rooftops towards the Elbe horizon.
What are insider tips for staying at Zum Eichbaum?
Ask for a room at the back of the hotel when booking, as the front side directly faces traffic. If you're driving, the hotel has free parking on site — use the side entrance off the small access road to avoid the main road.
What time is check-in at Zum Eichbaum?
Check-in at Zum Eichbaum is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zum Eichbaum have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, usable for streaming; speeds around 25 Mbps down; no login – just select network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zum Eichbaum?
City tax: 4.50 € per person per night (applies to private leisure stays, not business travellers)
Where can I eat cheaply near Zum Eichbaum?
Döner or falafel wrap from a takeaway, €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zum Eichbaum?
Day ticket for HVV (€7.90) covers bus/U-Bahn/S-Bahn; from airport, use S-Bahn S1 (single €3.60).
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
May and September offer mild temperatures (15-20°C), lower rain risk than deep summer, and manageable crowds outside the port festival weeks.
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.