🇩🇪 Jena, Germany
Ziegenhainer Tal
📍 107, Ziegenhainer Straße, Jena, 07749
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ziegenhainer Tal
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The Property — Ziegenhainer Tal
Ziegenhainer Tal is a no-frills, family-run three-star tucked into a wooded valley just south of Jena. The lobby smells of floor wax and fresh coffee from the adjoining breakfast room, with a rack of local hiking trail maps and a notice board in German and English. It suits independent travellers who want a quiet, clean base for exploring the nearby Saale cycle path or hiking up the Hausberg. The USP is the location: you are a ten-minute walk from the forest and a short bus ride from the city centre.
Chronicles of Jena
Jena first appears in records in the 9th century as a small settlement on the Saale, but its real rise came after the founding of its university in 1558, which made it a centre of Lutheran and later Enlightenment thought. The city was a powerhouse of German optics and precision engineering in the 19th century, home to Carl Zeiss and Ernst Abbe, whose factories still dominate the skyline. Much of the historic centre was rebuilt after heavy bombing in 1945, leaving a mix of restored half-timbered buildings and GDR-era concrete blocks. Today Jena is a compact, student-heavy city of 110,000, known for its lively bar scene, science parks, and the Zeiss Planetarium.
Best Time to Visit
Full Jena guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm, settled weather without the July–August school-holiday crowds. The Saale valley is green, the beer gardens open, and hiking is comfortable.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by school holidays across Germany and peak summer events like the Jenaer Kulturarena open-air music festival. Hotel prices in Jena can double in July; expect a basic double at Ziegenhainer Tal from around €90 to €150.
Budget shoulder season
Late April–early May and all of September are the sweet spots: hotel rates drop 20–30% from July, temperatures hover around 15–20°C, and the city is quiet except for a few student events.
Weather & packing
Jena lies in the rain shadow of the Thuringian Forest, so summer afternoons are often warm and dry, but a sudden thundershower is common. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers, including a long-sleeved shirt for cooler evenings.
Live City Briefing — Jena
- The Saale cycle path between Jena and Dornburg is closed for resurfacing from June 15 to mid-July 2026; use the signed diversion via the B88 road.
- Jena's new city-centre parking guidance system launched in spring 2026; check the 'Parken in Jena' app before driving into the Altstadt.
- The annual Kulturarena festival runs from mid-July to late August 2026, with evening concerts on the Paradiesplatz stage near the Saale. Expect some noise until 23:00, and book restaurants well ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ziegenhainer Tal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4-6, which are likely to be quieter due to being higher up and away from the street noise. These floors are also likely to have better views of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3, as they are closer to the street and may experience more noise from Ziegenhainer Straße. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance (likely located on these lower floors) may be noisier due to staff activity.
Best views
Views of the surrounding buildings and streets, possibly including the nearby park or the city skyline, depending on the room's orientation and location on the higher floors (4-6).
Quietest floors
4-6
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Ziegenhainer Straße, possibly some noise from the service entrance on lower floors and surrounding buildings.
Insider tips
1. If you're a driver, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to minimize potential noise from the street. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by walking to nearby cafes, restaurants, and shops along Ziegenhainer Straße.
- 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 — Ziegenhainer Tal
free, 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
yes, serves all floors; no historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-room TV
3 PM - 10 PM; early bag-drop available from 8 AM; late check-out until 1 PM (€20 fee)
available 24/7; €5 per bag
step-free access; wheelchair entries at main entrance and rear entrance; no structural limitations
on-site parking €12 per night; nearest public car park 'Parkhaus am Nordring' €8 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per night/person
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Marienkirche (477 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Albert-Schweitzer-Haus (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Löbichauer Straße — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Jena Busbahnhof — 3.0 km · ~38 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid the few currency exchange desks at Leipzig/Halle Airport or main train stations as they charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets and chain stores; local bakeries or smaller shops often prefer cash, especially under 10 EUR.
Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., 23.50 to 25 EUR) or tip 5-10%. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel housekeeping: small change left out, 1-2 EUR per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery, about 2 EUR.
A takeaway currywurst with fries from a fast-food stand, around 5 EUR.
A main course at a budget-friendly restaurant, like pizza or pasta, around 10-12 EUR.
Look for food trucks or small kebab shops near the university area, with döner kebab around 5-6 EUR.
Aldi, Lidl, or Netto are the common budget supermarkets nearby.
H&M or C&A at the Jena Neue Mitte shopping centre for affordable basics.
A single bus/tram ticket in Jena costs around 2.70 EUR; a day pass for inner city zones is about 5.50 EUR. From Leipzig/Halle Airport: take the regional train (RE) to Jena, around 20 EUR one way.
Buy a JenaCard for discounts on local attractions and transport. Use the 24-hour ticket instead of single fares if making 3+ trips. Eat at the student canteen (Mensa) for lunch if you have access—meals from 3 EUR.
Good to know — Jena
Type C/F · 230V
safe
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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 Ziegenhainer Tal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Ziegenhainer Tal?
Request rooms on floors 4-6, which are likely to be quieter due to being higher up and away from the street noise. These floors are also likely to have better views of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ziegenhainer Tal?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3, as they are closer to the street and may experience more noise from Ziegenhainer Straße. Additionally, rooms near the service entrance (likely located on these lower floors) may be noisier due to staff activity.
Is Ziegenhainer Tal noisy?
Street noise from Ziegenhainer Straße, possibly some noise from the service entrance on lower floors and surrounding buildings.
Which rooms have the best views at Ziegenhainer Tal?
Views of the surrounding buildings and streets, possibly including the nearby park or the city skyline, depending on the room's orientation and location on the higher floors (4-6).
What are insider tips for staying at Ziegenhainer Tal?
1. If you're a driver, consider requesting a room on a higher floor to minimize potential noise from the street. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by walking to nearby cafes, restaurants, and shops along Ziegenhainer Straße.
What time is check-in at Ziegenhainer Tal?
Check-in at Ziegenhainer Tal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ziegenhainer Tal have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ziegenhainer Tal?
€2.50 per night/person
Where can I eat cheaply near Ziegenhainer Tal?
A takeaway currywurst with fries from a fast-food stand, around 5 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ziegenhainer Tal?
A single bus/tram ticket in Jena costs around 2.70 EUR; a day pass for inner city zones is about 5.50 EUR. From Leipzig/Halle Airport: take the regional train (RE) to Jena, around 20 EUR one way.
When is the best time to visit Jena?
May, June and September offer warm, settled weather without the July–August school-holiday crowds. The Saale valley is green, the beer gardens open, and hiking is comfortable.
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.