🇩🇪 Jena, Germany
B&B Hotel
📍 32, Am Anger, Jena, 07743
Your stay — B&B Hotel
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The Property — B&B Hotel
B&B Hotel Jena is a no-frills, functional hotel that prioritizes comfort and practicality. Its modern design and compact rooms make it an excellent choice for budget-conscious travellers and those looking for a hassle-free stay. The hotel's location in the city's central business district provides easy access to local attractions and amenities. It's a solid, unpretentious option for those seeking a straightforward, relaxing stay in Jena. The lobby's sleek, minimalist aesthetic sets the tone for a streamlined stay.
Chronicles of Jena
Jena, founded in 1542 by the Duke of Saxony, has a rich history of scientific innovation and intellectual pursuits. The city's picturesque streets and squares, such as the Market Square and the theatre square, are lined with well-preserved Baroque and Rococo buildings. Jena's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its role as a centre of Enlightenment thinking and intellectual history. The city's iconic 'Friedrich Schiller' statue commemorates the famous poet and playwright, who was born in the nearby town of Weimar. Today, Jena is a thriving university town, home to the Friedrich Schiller University and a hub for arts and culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Jena guide →Best months
June and August are ideal months to visit Jena, with warm weather (average highs around 22°C) and manageable crowds. These months also offer a range of outdoor festivals and events, including the Jenaer Weinfest (wine festival) in June.
Peak / festival surge
September is peak tourist season in Jena, driven by the annual 'Friedensturm' festival, a celebration of peace and reconciliation. Expect higher hotel prices and larger crowds during this time. Prices for accommodations tend to increase by 20-30% compared to the shoulder season.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are great shoulder months to visit Jena, offering mild weather (average highs around 18°C) and significantly lower prices. You can expect discounts of up to 40% on hotel rates compared to peak season.
Weather & packing
Jena's climate is characterized by a moderate continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Be sure to pack layers for your visit, as the temperature can fluctuate significantly between day and night, even during the summer months.
Live City Briefing — Jena
- The Jena city centre has undergone significant renovations, with new pedestrian zones and bike paths being implemented to improve accessibility and reduce traffic congestion.
- The Friedrich Schiller University has launched a new art museum, showcasing an impressive collection of 19th- and 20th-century German art.
- The Jenaer Weinfest, a popular wine festival, will take place on the first weekend of June, featuring local wines, traditional food, and live music.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or above) for a quieter stay. These floors are likely to be away from the street noise and the lift is on the ground floor, reducing the likelihood of disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the service entrance or facing the street may be noisier due to the busy road outside. Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lift as it may be a hub of activity.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Am Anger does not suggest any notable views, given its location in a densely populated area.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on a busy street may result in some street noise, particularly during peak hours.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's B&B Hotel standard check-in and check-out times to plan your day accordingly. If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider requesting a room with a desk or a work area for a more comfortable stay.
- 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 — B&B Hotel
free, 500 Mbps speed, login required with room number and surname
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-room tablets
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 7:00 AM, late check-out until 14:00, €10 fee after 14:00
available at €5 per bag, per night
step-free access, wheelchair accessible rooms available, some rooms with mobility impairments may experience difficulties
on-site parking available for €15 per night, nearest public car park (Gartenstraße) is a 5-minute walk away and costs €10 per day, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Michael (187 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Lutherhaus (601 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Johannes Baptist (704 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Friedenskirche (718 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Holzmarktpassage — 370 m · ~5 min walk
Pocket Park — 252 m · ~3 min walk
Romantikerhaus — 113 m · ~1 min walk
Theaterhaus — 649 m · ~8 min walk
Spielplatz am Kritzegraben — 835 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 265 m · ~3 min walk
Rats-Apotheke — 160 m · ~2 min walk
Aleppo Markt — 233 m · ~3 min walk
Jena Busbahnhof — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at banks like Sparkasse or Deutsche Bank for the best rates; avoid the few exchange bureaux at Jena Paradies station or the airport in Erfurt as they charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, chain stores, and restaurants; contactless payments are standard; Amex and Diners are rarely used.
Round up to the nearest euro in cafes and bars; leave 5–10% in restaurants if service was good; taxi drivers get a euro or two; hotel staff don't expect tipping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple filter coffee or cappuccino to go costs about €2.50 at any bakery chain like Backwerk or local bakeries.
A Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a kebab shop costs €5–6; supermarkets offer a sandwich and drink for around €4–5.
A main course at a neighbourhood Greek or Italian restaurant costs around €10–14.
The Holzmarkt area and the western end of Goethe-Galerie have clusters of kebab and pizza places for €5–8 meals.
Netto, Lidl, Aldi, and Rewe are the main budget chains in 07743; Rewe has a large branch on Engelplatz.
C&A and H&M at Goethe-Galerie, plus Primark in the city centre, for affordable basics.
A single tram ticket (€2.90) from Jena Paradies to the city centre; the cheapest way around is a day pass (€7.60) for unlimited tram and bus travel; from Erfurt Airport, take the frequent RE train to Jena Paradies (€14, 45 mins) rather than a taxi.
Buy groceries at Netto or Lidl to save on meals; use the JenaCard for free tram travel and museum discounts if staying 2+ days; eat at the university mensa (cafeteria) on Ernst-Abbe-Platz for €3.50 lunches if you can get a student to swipe you in.
Good to know — Jena
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
JenaFor non-emergency police assistance, call 110 for the Jena police station (Polizeidirektion Jena). For general information or to report a crime, call 0800 6 24 24 24 (hotline of the Thuringian State Police).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Jena, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 265 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Rats-Apotheke — 160 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Jena Paradies station → City Hotel Jena - Villa am Paradies
💡 Bus 10 or 14 from 'Paradies' stop directly to 'Villa am Paradies' stop. Buy a single ticket from the driver (cash only) or via the JenaNahverkehr app.
Jena Paradies station → Lobeda-Ost (local route, not direct to hotel)
💡 Tram 1 or 4 from 'Paradies' to 'Abbe-Zentrum' is a 10-min walk to the hotel. For city-centre sightseeing, tram 1 to 'Saalbahnhof' connects well.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) train station → Jena Paradies station (5-min walk to hotel)
💡 Take RE10 or RE15 towards Saalfeld. Get off at 'Jena-Göschwitz' and switch to tram 1 to 'Jena Paradies' if you miss the direct connection.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → City Hotel Jena - Villa am Paradies
💡 Book with Taxi-Ruf Jena (+49 3641 3339) for a fixed rate. Avoid unlicensed cabs at the airport.
About Jena
Wikipedia ↗
Jena (; German: [ˈjeːna] ) is a city in Germany and the second largest city in Thuringia. Together with the nearby cities of Erfurt and Weimar, it forms the central metropolitan area of Thuringia with approximately 500,000 inhabitants, while the city itself has a population of about 110,000. Jena is...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B Hotel?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or above) for a quieter stay. These floors are likely to be away from the street noise and the lift is on the ground floor, reducing the likelihood of disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Hotel?
Rooms near the service entrance or facing the street may be noisier due to the busy road outside. Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lift as it may be a hub of activity.
Is B&B Hotel noisy?
The hotel's location on a busy street may result in some street noise, particularly during peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Am Anger does not suggest any notable views, given its location in a densely populated area.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Hotel?
Take advantage of the hotel's B&B Hotel standard check-in and check-out times to plan your day accordingly. If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider requesting a room with a desk or a work area for a more comfortable stay.
What time is check-in at B&B Hotel?
Check-in at B&B Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free, 500 Mbps speed, login required with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Hotel?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Hotel?
A Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a kebab shop costs €5–6; supermarkets offer a sandwich and drink for around €4–5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Hotel?
A single tram ticket (€2.90) from Jena Paradies to the city centre; the cheapest way around is a day pass (€7.60) for unlimited tram and bus travel; from Erfurt Airport, take the frequent RE train to Jena Paradies (€14, 45 mins) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Jena?
June and August are ideal months to visit Jena, with warm weather (average highs around 22°C) and manageable crowds. These months also offer a range of outdoor festivals and events, including the Jenaer Weinfest (wine festival) in June.
Top Attractions in Jena
💡 Schillerkirche is open only during services (Sun 10am) but the exterior and nearby gardens are always accessible; Friedenskirche opens daily 9am-6pm.
💡 The alpine section is peaceful in early mornings; the greenhouses are warm on cold days and free to enter.
💡 Bring a picnic from the Edeka across the street; the park gets busy on sunny weekends after 2pm.
💡 Free entry on the first Wednesday of each month; the small courtyard garden is lovely for a quiet pause.
💡 Book online for discounts; the afternoon 'Sky over Jena' show is the cheapest at €5 on weekdays.