🇩🇪 Jena, Germany
Hotel Eulensteins
📍 26, Oberlauengasse, Jena, 07743
Your stay — Hotel Eulensteins
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Eulensteins, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (5th to 6th floor) for a quieter stay, as these floors are less likely to be affected by street noise on Oberlauengasse.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st to 4th floor) if you're a light sleeper, as you may be disturbed by traffic noise from the street.
Best views
Rooms on the south-facing side (towards the city center) may offer a view of the historic cityscape, including the Frauenplan square.
Quietest floors
4th to 6th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Oberlauengasse is a moderately busy street with some traffic, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the service entrance may generate some noise, particularly in rooms facing this area.
Insider tips
When checking in, consider arriving early to secure a room on a higher floor if possible. If you plan to explore the city, ask the reception about the hotel's partnership with local bike rental services – it's a convenient way to get around Jena's bike-friendly streets.
- 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 — Hotel Eulensteins
Free, 500 MB per device per day, no login constraints, 50 Mbps speed
Serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical papers available in lobby
14:00-24:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, EUR 20 late check-out fee
Available 24/7, EUR 5 per bag, per night
Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, some rooms may have limited accessibility due to historic building quirks
On-site parking available, EUR 15 per night, nearest public car park 'Parkhaus am Goetheplatz' is 0.5km away, EUR 10 per day, EV charging available at the hotel
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: EUR 50 advance deposit, EUR 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 Hotel Eulensteins
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Eulensteins?
Request a room on the higher floors (5th to 6th floor) for a quieter stay, as these floors are less likely to be affected by street noise on Oberlauengasse.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Eulensteins?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st to 4th floor) if you're a light sleeper, as you may be disturbed by traffic noise from the street.
Is Hotel Eulensteins noisy?
Oberlauengasse is a moderately busy street with some traffic, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the service entrance may generate some noise, particularly in rooms facing this area.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Eulensteins?
Rooms on the south-facing side (towards the city center) may offer a view of the historic cityscape, including the Frauenplan square.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Eulensteins?
When checking in, consider arriving early to secure a room on a higher floor if possible. If you plan to explore the city, ask the reception about the hotel's partnership with local bike rental services – it's a convenient way to get around Jena's bike-friendly streets.
What time is check-in at Hotel Eulensteins?
Check-in at Hotel Eulensteins is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Eulensteins have Wi-Fi?
Free, 500 MB per device per day, no login constraints, 50 Mbps speed
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Eulensteins?
EUR 2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Eulensteins?
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 Hotel Eulensteins?
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.
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.