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Hamburger Alm

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La proprietà — Hamburger Alm

Hamburger Alm is a straightforward, no-frills three-star in the St. Georg district, a ten-minute walk from the Hauptbahnhof. The lobby is small and functional—linoleum floor, a pot of coffee, and a receptionist who’ll hand you a key without fuss. It’s clean, quiet enough for the price, and best for solo travellers or couples who want a cheap, central base with no pretence. Avoid if you expect character or a bar; this is a sleep-and-go place.

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Cronache di Hamburg

Hamburg was founded in the 9th century as a missionary settlement and later became a key Hanseatic League port. The 1842 Great Fire destroyed much of the medieval core, leading to a grid-like reconstruction around the Alster lakes. Post-war rebuilding replaced war-damaged quarters with a mix of functionalist blocks and preserved landmarks like the 1911 Chilehaus. Today Hamburg is Germany’s second city and a media-trade hub, with a gritty, maritime identity anchored by the working port and the modern Elbphilharmonie concert hall.

Il momento migliore per visitare

Guida completa di Hamburg →

I migliori mesi

May–June: comfortable 15–22°C, long daylight, lilacs in bloom at Planten un Blomen. September also good for milder heat and lower rain risk.

Peak / Festival Surge

July–August: summer school holidays and the Hamburg Dom fair (July) push hotel occupancy to 85–95%; prices at the Hamburger Alm typically double for a twin room. The Hafengeburtstag port festival in early May also spikes demand.

Stagione di spalla

Late September–October: daytime 10–18°C, fewer tourists, room rates drop 30–40%. April also works before May’s event rush.

Meteo e imballaggio

Hamburg’s weather shifts often within an hour—sun, drizzle, then cold gust. Pack a lightweight waterproof layer and a fleece even for June; sandals are a bad bet.

Briefing della città — Hamburg

  • The Elbphilharmonie now requires advance tickets for the public viewing plaza (up to 2 weeks ahead) on weekends—queue times for walk-ins hit 60 minutes.
  • U5 metro line construction continues on the eastern U-Bahn; expect single-track closures on the U1 and U2 lines through summer 2026, especially around Jungfernstieg.
  • Port of Hamburg’s new container terminal at Steinwerder opened in April 2026; tour boats now run modified routes past the expanded crane fields.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Hamburger Alm, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter stay, as the main road outside can be noisy. Avoid rooms near the lift, as it may be used frequently by guests and staff.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms near the lift (ground floor and 1st floor) may be noisier due to frequent use, and rooms near the entrance may experience some street noise.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Am Sandtorkai does not offer any notable views, as it's a busy waterfront area with industrial buildings and ships. However, guests can enjoy the views of the harbour from the ground floor or nearby public areas.

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Quietest floors

2nd and 3rd floors

🔊 Noise notes

Be prepared for some street noise from the busy Am Sandtorkai, especially if you're a light sleeper. The nearby Parkhaus Neustadt car park is also a source of occasional noise.

Insider tips

Book a room with a bathroom grab rail in advance, as this is a modified room that requires prior booking. If you're driving, consider parking at the nearby Parkhaus Neustadt, which offers 24-hour parking at 18 EUR.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

strutture alberghiere — Hamburger Alm

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 20 Mbps download, login via room number and surname

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Lift / Elevator

Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital PressReader access with 30+ German and international titles; no physical newspapers

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop from 07:00; late check-out until 13:00 for 30 EUR, after 13:00 charged a full night

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage available behind reception; open 07:00–22:00

Accessibility

Step-free entrance via ramp to left of main door; lift to all floors; bathroom grab rails in adapted rooms (book ahead)

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Neustadt' at 10 Johanniswall, 24h cost 18 EUR; no EV charging

Tasse, imposte e depositi

City / tourist tax: 6.50 EUR per person per night, mandatory, collected at check-in

Deposit & card hold: 50 EUR advance deposit required to secure booking; 100 EUR incidental hold on credit card at check-in

Faith & Dietary vicino

  • Church: Sankt Pauli Kirche (461 m · ~6 min walk)
  • Church: Hauptkirche St. Trinitatis (595 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Vineyard Haus Altona (806 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Mosque: Mevlana Moschee (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)

Stile di vita e ricreazione locale

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Walking & Running

Spielplatz Silbersackstraße — 254 m · ~3 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Hamburger Schulmuseum — 562 m · ~7 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Pulverfass Travestie Cabaret — 178 m · ~2 min walk

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Kids & Family

B-you Aktivplatz — 453 m · ~6 min walk

5 minuti di radio essenziali

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 10 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Lincoln-Apotheke — 157 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

Mini-Market — 283 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Reeperbahn — 78 m · ~1 min walk

Moneta e moneta

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport or Hauptbahnhof as they add large margins.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common. Smaller cafes or kiosks may still prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up restaurant bills to the nearest euro or leave 5-10% if service is good; taxis round up to the next euro; small change (1-2 EUR) for hotel porters or housekeeping is appreciated.

Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee from a bakery or kiosk – around 2 EUR (never tourist-priced).

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Best-value lunch

A Döner kebab or currywurst with chips from a street stand – about 5-7 EUR.

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Affordable dinner

A main at a decent budget restaurant, e.g. schnitzel or pasta – around 10-12 EUR.

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Street food & cheap eats

Harbour-side stalls at Landungsbrücken and weekend food markets in Schanzenviertel offer cheap, fast eats.

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Budget groceries

Aldi, Lidl, Netto – all have branches in the city centre and residential streets.

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Affordable clothes

Main shopping streets Mönckebergstraße and Spitalerstraße; C&A, H&M, and Primark (budget high-street) are all here.

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Cheapest way around

A single HVV day ticket (9 EUR) covers all buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and ferries within Hamburg city zone. From the airport, take S-Bahn S1 direct – a single ticket is about 3.50 EUR.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a Hamburg Card for free public transport and discounts on museum/attractions. Eat lunch at the weekly farmers' market on Isestraße (Saturdays) for fresh, cheap food. Use the HVV app to buy group day tickets – they split the cost between up to 5 people.

Buono da sapere — Hamburg

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Hamburg
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Dial 112 for ambulance or fire; 110 for police. For non-urgent medical help, call 116117.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Taverna Metaxa greek
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Tower Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Maurizio italian
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Café am Planschbecken Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Rindock's steak_house
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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My Way Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Paulaner's german
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Zum Haselknick fish;cake
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hamburg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Hamburger Alm

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 10 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Lincoln-Apotheke — 157 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Girare intorno

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U-Bahn U1 then U3 1.80

Hauptbahnhof → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Berliner Tor)

10 min · Every 4–5 minutes · 04:30–01:30

💡 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.

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S-Bahn S1 3.60

Hamburg Airport (Flughafen) → Hauptbahnhof (main station)

25 min · Every 10 minutes · 04:30–01:00

💡 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.

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XpressBus X25 3.60

Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost (Hammerbrook)

40 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 05:00–23:30

💡 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.

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Hamburg Taxi 30.00

Hamburg Airport → Ibis Budget Hamburg City Ost

25 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 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.

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Domande frequenti

What are the best rooms at Hamburger Alm?

Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter stay, as the main road outside can be noisy. Avoid rooms near the lift, as it may be used frequently by guests and staff.

Which rooms should I avoid at Hamburger Alm?

Rooms near the lift (ground floor and 1st floor) may be noisier due to frequent use, and rooms near the entrance may experience some street noise.

Is Hamburger Alm noisy?

Be prepared for some street noise from the busy Am Sandtorkai, especially if you're a light sleeper. The nearby Parkhaus Neustadt car park is also a source of occasional noise.

Which rooms have the best views at Hamburger Alm?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Am Sandtorkai does not offer any notable views, as it's a busy waterfront area with industrial buildings and ships. However, guests can enjoy the views of the harbour from the ground floor or nearby public areas.

What are insider tips for staying at Hamburger Alm?

Book a room with a bathroom grab rail in advance, as this is a modified room that requires prior booking. If you're driving, consider parking at the nearby Parkhaus Neustadt, which offers 24-hour parking at 18 EUR.

What time is check-in at Hamburger Alm?

Check-in at Hamburger Alm is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Hamburger Alm have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 20 Mbps download, login via room number and surname

Is there a city or tourist tax at Hamburger Alm?

6.50 EUR per person per night, mandatory, collected at check-in

Where can I eat cheaply near Hamburger Alm?

A Döner kebab or currywurst with chips from a street stand – about 5-7 EUR.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Hamburger Alm?

A single HVV day ticket (9 EUR) covers all buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and ferries within Hamburg city zone. From the airport, take S-Bahn S1 direct – a single ticket is about 3.50 EUR.

When is the best time to visit Hamburg?

May–June: comfortable 15–22°C, long daylight, lilacs in bloom at Planten un Blomen. September also good for milder heat and lower rain risk.

Principali attrazioni a Hamburg

St. Michaelis Church Free

💡 The free entrance lets you see the stunning white-and-gold interior and the crypt. Avoid Sunday mornings during services.

Kunsthalle Hamburg (Free Wednesday) Free

💡 The free Wednesday slot gets busy—go straight to the Rembrandt and Caspar David Friedrich rooms before the crowds. The courtyard café is lovely.

Speicherstadt Free

💡 Go at dusk when the lights reflect off the water. The view from the Wasserschloss bridge is particularly striking.

Planten un Blomen Free

💡 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.

Elbphilharmonie Plaza Free

💡 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.

ℹ️ Nota dati: l'intelligence proviene da dati pubblici, analisi di intelligenza artificiale e fonti Internet. I dettagli tra cui configurazioni delle camere, prezzi, orari di apertura e elenchi degli eventi possono essere inesatti o obsoleti. Verifica sempre direttamente con l'hotel, il ristorante o il fornitore di trasporti prima di viaggiare.
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  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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