🇩🇪 Heidelberg, Germany
DenRiKo
📍 12, Hertzstraße, Heidelberg, 69126
Your stay — DenRiKo
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to DenRiKo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a quieter stay, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) as the Hertzstraße is a relatively busy street with some traffic noise. Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially on the ground floor, as they may receive more foot traffic from the service entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift (elevator) on lower floors may experience more noise from the lift's operation and occasional chatter from guests. Additionally, rooms on the ground floor near the service entrance may be noisiest due to staff activity.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th) may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape, but be aware that the hotel's location on Hertzstraße means some buildings may obstruct the view.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Hertzstraße, occasional chatter from the lift and service entrance
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby public parking garages, as on-street parking options may be limited and subject to fees. Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour reception desk for check-in, as it allows for flexibility with arrival times.
- 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 — DenRiKo
free on all floors, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical papers available at reception
check-in 2pm-10pm, early bag-drop from 8am, late check-out €20 until 2pm
available 24 hours, €2 per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, accessible rooms available on request
on-site parking €15 per night, nearest public car park €3 per hour, €18 per day; EV charging available at €2 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Yavuz Sultan Selim Camii (367 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Freie evangelische Gemeinde (391 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Christliche Baptistengemeinde Heidelberg (431 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Die Taube - Evangelische Freikirche e.V. (769 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kaufland-Center — 278 m · ~3 min walk
Kätchen-Förster-Park — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Heimatmuseum Rohrbach — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Spielplatz Waldshuter Weg — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
CenterApotheke — 224 m · ~3 min walk
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs in Heidelberg give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at Frankfurt Airport or tourist offices as they charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) standard. Some smaller shops prefer cash.
Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants; round up to nearest euro in taxis; no tipping for hotel staff unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing coffee at a bakery counter: around 2.50-3.00 EUR
Döner kebab or currywurst with chips: around 6-8 EUR
Pizza or pasta main course: around 10-13 EUR
Cafés and bakeries on the main streets in the Ziegelhausen/Neuenheim area offer good-value sandwiches and pastries.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are common; Rewe is slightly pricier but has more fresh options.
C&A and H&M at Heidelberg main train station area; also flea markets at the Altstadt occasionally.
Single ticket 2.80 EUR (short trip) or day pass 6.90 EUR within the city; from Frankfurt Airport, take the cheapest regional train (RE/RB) via Mannheim for about 25 EUR.
Always carry cash for small shops and markets; buy a Heidelberg Card for museum/transport discounts if staying a few days; eat lunch at university canteens (Mensa, open to public) for under 5 EUR.
Good to know — Heidelberg
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
HeidelbergWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Heidelberg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at DenRiKo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · CenterApotheke — 224 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Frankfurt Central Station (Hbf) → Heidelberg Central Station (Hbf)
💡 From FRA airport, take S-Bahn S8/S9 to Frankfurt Hbf (15 mins, €5), then FLIXTrain to Heidelberg. Arriving at Heidelberg Hbf, walk 500m south to the bus stop 'Bismarckplatz' for bus 32/33 to 'Bergheimer Straße' (2 stops).
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) – Fernbus stop → Heidelberg central bus station (Heidelberg Hbf)
💡 Get off at 'Heidelberg Hbf' then take tram 21 from the station to Bismarckplatz. FlixBus is cheap but often late – avoid if you have a tight check-in window.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Kurpfalz-Residenz
💡 Book through 'Taxi Heidelberg' app to get a fixed price of around €95 if pre-arranged. Surcharge applies after 22:00 and on Sundays.
Bismarckplatz → Hotel Tannhäuser (stop: Bergheimer Straße)
💡 Buy a day ticket (€7.20) from the RNV ticket machine at Bismarckplatz if you’re exploring the Old Town; it covers all trams and buses within Heidelberg. Validate the ticket in the machine on the bus.
Central Station (Hbf) → Hotel Tannhäuser (stop: Bergheimer Straße)
💡 Line 24 runs directly from Hbf to Bergheimer Straße. From the tram stop, walk 200m north-east along Bergheimer Straße; the hotel is on your right, just before the junction with Dreikönigstraße.
Bismarckplatz → Kurpfalz-Residenz (via 'Kurfürsten-Anlage' stop)
💡 Trams run late but less frequently after 22:00. If you're coming from the hotel, the walk downhill to Bismarckplatz is quicker than waiting.
Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Kurpfalz-Residenz (via Bismarckplatz, then 5-min walk)
💡 Buy a Tageskarte (day pass) for €6.20 — covers unlimited local buses and trams. The hotel is a 300m walk up the hill from Bismarckplatz tram stop.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Hotel Tannhäuser (Heidelberg, near Bismarckplatz)
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer via Taxi Zentrale Heidelberg (06221 302030) to avoid surge pricing. The driver drops you directly at Hotel Tannhäuser’s side entrance on Bergheimer Straße.
About Heidelberg
Wikipedia ↗
Heidelberg (; German: [ˈhaɪdl̩bɛʁk] ; Palatine German: Heidlberg) is the fifth-largest city in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, and with a population of about 163,000, of which roughly a quarter consists of students, it is Germany's 51st-largest city. Located about 78 km (48 mi) south of Frank...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at DenRiKo?
For a quieter stay, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) as the Hertzstraße is a relatively busy street with some traffic noise. Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially on the ground floor, as they may receive more foot traffic from the service entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at DenRiKo?
Rooms near the lift (elevator) on lower floors may experience more noise from the lift's operation and occasional chatter from guests. Additionally, rooms on the ground floor near the service entrance may be noisiest due to staff activity.
Is DenRiKo noisy?
Street noise from Hertzstraße, occasional chatter from the lift and service entrance
Which rooms have the best views at DenRiKo?
Rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th) may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape, but be aware that the hotel's location on Hertzstraße means some buildings may obstruct the view.
What are insider tips for staying at DenRiKo?
If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby public parking garages, as on-street parking options may be limited and subject to fees. Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour reception desk for check-in, as it allows for flexibility with arrival times.
What time is check-in at DenRiKo?
Check-in at DenRiKo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does DenRiKo have Wi-Fi?
free on all floors, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at DenRiKo?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near DenRiKo?
Döner kebab or currywurst with chips: around 6-8 EUR
What is the cheapest way to get around from DenRiKo?
Single ticket 2.80 EUR (short trip) or day pass 6.90 EUR within the city; from Frankfurt Airport, take the cheapest regional train (RE/RB) via Mannheim for about 25 EUR.
Top Attractions in Heidelberg
💡 Go early morning around 7am before the crowds. The light on the castle from the bridge is best at sunrise. The brass monkey statue near the south end is a local good-luck charm; rub its tail for luck.
💡 Walk across the bridge at 8 am to see the student crews training on the river below. No entry fee to cross or view the gate.
💡 Visit the rooftop terrace (free access via stairs) for a quiet, little-known view over the Old Town and castle. No photos allowed in the reading room.
💡 Entry is free but there are guided tours at 11am and 3pm on weekdays. You can just walk in during opening hours if the hall isn't booked for an event. Check the university noticeboard outside for closures.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the castle. Entry is from the Schlangenweg lane near the Theodor-Heuss-Brücke.
💡 Skip the paid interior tour if you're on a budget. Instead, walk the Philosopher's Path on the opposite bank for a postcard view of the castle and bridge together.
💡 Look for the 'Professors' Row' near the main entrance. The cemetery is quiet and often empty of tourists. Entry is free and maps are available at the gate.
💡 Start from the Linsenteichweg staircase near the Old Bridge. The best photo spot is at the small stone pavilion halfway along, not the main bench. Wear decent shoes—it's a steady climb.