Your stay — Zum Hackstück
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zum Hackstück, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above floor 4) to minimize street noise from Hackstückstraße, which can be busy with local traffic. Additionally, rooms on the south side of the hotel may receive more natural light and a better view of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first floor (floor 1) may be more prone to noise from the service entrance and any potential bar or restaurant activity, as well as noise from the Hackstückstraße.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (5-7) may offer a view of the surrounding residential area, while rooms on the north side may have a view of the adjacent buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-7 are likely to be the quietest, as they are elevated above the main street level and away from the service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Expect some street noise from Hackstückstraße, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from nearby homes and businesses is minimal.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as these tend to be allocated first. Take advantage of the hotel's on-site parking, as street parking options are limited in the area.
- 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 Hackstück
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but historic section on 1st floor is stairs-only due to preservation
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 13:00 €20
available at €5 per piece, per 24 hours
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, 1st floor historic section has narrow corridors and low ceilings
on-site parking €12 per night, nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Hattingen' €10 per day, 2 EV charging stations available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.95 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100-€150 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Martin-Luther-Kapelle (484 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Mariä Empfängnis Kirche (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Neuapostolische Gemeinde Sprockhövel (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sprockhöveler Heimatstube — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse Sprockhövel — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Niedersprockhövel Kirche — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs at banks or post offices give the best rates; avoid the currency exchange desks at train stations or tourist offices which charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay are common; many smaller cafes and bakeries are cash-only, so carry some euros.
Rounding up to the next euro or leaving 5-10% of the bill is appreciated in restaurants; taxi drivers and hotel porters get a euro or two, but tipping is not mandatory.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee at a bakery or cafe costs around €2.50–€3.00.
A currywurst or a simple German dish at a pub or snack bar is around €6–€8.
A main course at an average restaurant runs €12–€15.
There are a few kebab and currywurst stands around the pedestrian zone and near the train station for quick, cheap meals.
Aldi, Lidl and Netto are the main discount supermarkets in this part of Hattingen.
The main high street in the town centre has affordable chain retailers like C&A and H&M.
A single bus fare is about €2.80 in the VRR network; a day ticket for the whole region is around €8.50. For the nearest airport (Düsseldorf), take regional trains (RE1 or RE2) from Hattingen station for about €15–€20 one way.
Buy a VRR day ticket if using buses multiple times in one day; bring a reusable water bottle as tap water is safe to drink; eat lunch at bakery sections of supermarkets (often have fresh sandwiches for under €4).
Good to know — Hattingen
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
HattingenFor police, dial 110 from any phone; for ambulance or fire, dial 112. The local police station is Hattingen Polizeiwache at Heggerstraße 28. Non-emergency medical help: 116117.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hattingen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Zum Hackstück
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse Sprockhövel — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel-Restaurant „Westfälischer Hof"
💡 Flat rate from DUS to Hattingen is around €130. Use 'Taxi-Hattingen.de' or call +49 2324 50000. Or take the DUS airport shuttle to Essen Hbf, then a local train and taxi for half the cost.
Hattingen Mitte station → Hattingen city centre (Altstadt)
💡 The 308 tram connects Hattingen to Bochum and Witten — useful for day trips. Get off at 'Hattingen Rathaus' for the old town; the hotel is a 10-minute walk uphill, so take the bus if you have luggage.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel-Restaurant „Westfälischer Hof" (via Hattingen Mitte)
💡 Take the Skytrain from DUS terminal to Düsseldorf Flughafen Bahnhof, then RE 1 or 4 to Hattingen (Ruhr) Mitte. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the station — exit onto Bahnhofstrasse, turn right at the church.
Hattingen Mitte station → Hotel-Restaurant „Westfälischer Hof" (local route)
💡 Bus 350 runs from Hattingen Mitte to 'Im Bruch' stop — the hotel is 100m down the hill. Buy a single ticket from the driver; exact change preferred. Night buses run Fri/Sat until 02:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Zum Hackstück?
Request a room on a higher floor (above floor 4) to minimize street noise from Hackstückstraße, which can be busy with local traffic. Additionally, rooms on the south side of the hotel may receive more natural light and a better view of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Zum Hackstück?
Rooms on the first floor (floor 1) may be more prone to noise from the service entrance and any potential bar or restaurant activity, as well as noise from the Hackstückstraße.
Is Zum Hackstück noisy?
Expect some street noise from Hackstückstraße, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from nearby homes and businesses is minimal.
Which rooms have the best views at Zum Hackstück?
Rooms on the higher floors (5-7) may offer a view of the surrounding residential area, while rooms on the north side may have a view of the adjacent buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Zum Hackstück?
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as these tend to be allocated first. Take advantage of the hotel's on-site parking, as street parking options are limited in the area.
What time is check-in at Zum Hackstück?
Check-in at Zum Hackstück is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zum Hackstück have Wi-Fi?
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zum Hackstück?
€1.95 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Zum Hackstück?
A currywurst or a simple German dish at a pub or snack bar is around €6–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zum Hackstück?
A single bus fare is about €2.80 in the VRR network; a day ticket for the whole region is around €8.50. For the nearest airport (Düsseldorf), take regional trains (RE1 or RE2) from Hattingen station for about €15–€20 one way.
Top Attractions in Hattingen
💡 Ask the volunteer at the church office for the key to the tower climb (small donation of €2 expected). The bell chamber and view over the roofs are worth the 126 steps.
💡 Start at the Schützenwiese car park and walk east—after 400m you’ll find a hidden gravel bank that locals use for sunbathing and picnics. No bins, so take your rubbish back.
💡 Pack a picnic and walk up the steep path from the old town; the bench in the meadow just below the keep has the best view of the river bend.
💡 For the best photo of the Leineweberbrunnen fountain, go at sunrise when the light hits the timber frames and the tourist crowds are absent.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to see the smith working at the anvil—he often chats if you show genuine interest. No museum fee, but donations for the forge upkeep are appreciated.