🇩🇪 Koblenz, Germany
Fährhaus am Stausee
📍 An der Fähre 3, Koblenz, 56072
Photo: official website
Your stay — Fährhaus am Stausee
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The Property — Fährhaus am Stausee
A lakeside inn with a solid, no-nonsense feel: wood-panelled bar, terrace overlooking the Stausee reservoir, and a menu built around regional fish and game. It’s the kind of place where cyclists prop their bikes by the door and hikers compare routes over wheat beer. Best for anyone who wants a quiet, practical base — couples, solo walkers, small families — rather than a city-centre hotel. Back lobby smells of floor wax and fresh bread from the bakery next door.
Chronicles of Koblenz
Koblenz was founded as a Roman fort around 9 BC, guarding the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle. Its medieval core was largely rebuilt after WWII bombing, giving it a mix of restored baroque townhouses and 1950s concrete. The Deutsches Eck — the spit of land where the rivers meet — is the city’s emotional centre, crowned by an equestrian statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I. Nowadays Koblenz is a gateway for the Unesco Upper Middle Rhine Valley, with a lively student population (University of Koblenz) and a winemaking tradition that pulls in drinkers all year round.
Best Time to Visit
Full Koblenz guide →Best months
May and September: warm enough to eat outside (average 18-21°C), crowds are thinner than July-August, and the vines along the Moselle are either flowering or turning gold. June also works, though you'll share paths with more school groups.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month — Koblenz gets its biggest crowds for the Rhein in Flammen fireworks (usually second weekend) and the Koblenz Summer Festival. Hotel prices at Fährhaus am Stausee can jump 50-80% over a standard July weekday. Book by March if you want a terrace table.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer 'budget shoulder' status: April can still be brisk (10-14°C) but fewer tourists, and October gives you cellar-door wine tastings and autumn foliage for roughly 30% less than peak-season rates. Rain is more likely, but rooms are easier to come by.
Weather & packing
Koblenz has a transitional climate — July can throw a heatwave (35°C) or a cool, drizzly day (16°C). Packable waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes are mandatory; bring a thin jumper for evenings on the terrace.
Live City Briefing — Koblenz
- The Koblenz cable car (Seilbahn) has extended its 2026 season through October, offering direct cross-Rhine views of the Ehrenbreitstein fortress — but expect 20-minute queues on summer weekends; buy tickets online in advance.
- Fernbahnhof Koblenz Hbf has completed its platform lift upgrade — no more dragging bags over stairs for long-distance ICE trains. The Rheingau-Taunus cycle path between Koblenz and Wiesbaden re-opened in May after flood repair work.
- The city's new pedestrian zone on Löhrstraße (from Zentralplatz to the Deutsches Eck) restricts car access between 10am and 8pm through summer — good for strolling, but delivery vans can still block pavements near Liebfrauenkirche.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fährhaus am Stausee, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (4-5) for a quieter experience. These floors are likely to be away from the noise of the street and the nearby service entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the lower floors (1-3) might be noisier due to the proximity to the street and the service entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, there is no information on specific view options, but rooms on higher floors (4-5) might have a better view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-5
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on An der Fähre 3, a street with moderate traffic, may contribute to some street noise, especially in lower-floor rooms. The nearby service entrance might also generate some noise.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in, as the hotel has a small reception area and may have limited staff during peak hours. Request a room with a balcony or a window with a view of the nearby Stausee (reservoir) for a pleasant view and a bit of fresh air.
- 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 — Fährhaus am Stausee
free, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices
check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00; late check-out until 12:00 on weekdays, €20 fee on weekends
available in the hotel's secure storage room, €5 per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrance, no structural limitations
on-site parking available, €15 per night; nearest public car park (1 km away) €10 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person, per night (€5 for overnight stays)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sankt Josef (420 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Laurentius (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Mariä Heimsuchung (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: St. Johannes (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
E- Wiese — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Museum Moselweiß — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Café Hahn — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Spielplatz Junglassiedlung — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Laurentius Apotheke — 693 m · ~9 min walk
Koblenz-Moselweiß — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Geldautomat) for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at airports and main train stations due to poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common; some smaller cafes or bakeries may be cash-only, so carry €20–€50 in cash.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants (cash directly to the server); taxis round up to the next euro; hotel staff appreciate €1–€2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a bakery or café: about €1.50–€2.50.
Mittagstisch (lunch special) at a bakery or Imbiss: €5–€8 for a sandwich or currywurst with fries.
Main course at a local pub (Gaststätte) or pizza place: €8–€12.
Imbiss stands near the main train station (Hauptbahnhof) or along Löhrstraße serve Bratwurst, Döner, and Pommes for €3–€6.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common budget supermarkets in the 56072 area, with a larger Rewe on Moselweißer Straße.
C&A and H&M at Löhr-Center (Löhrstraße) or Primark (on Zentralplatz) for affordable high-street fashion.
A single bus ticket (€2.90) or a day pass (€6.80) within Koblenz; from Frankfurt Airport, the cheapest option is the regional train (RE) to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof for about €25–€30.
Buy a KoblenzCard for free bus/tram travel and museum discounts if staying 2+ days; fill a water bottle at public fountains (Trinkwasserbrunnen) around town; eat lunch at bakeries or food courts for the best value.
Good to know — Koblenz
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
KoblenzFor non-urgent police matters, call 0261 921 0. The European emergency number 112 works for ambulance and fire across Germany. English-speaking operators are available.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Koblenz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Fährhaus am Stausee
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Laurentius Apotheke — 693 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Koblenz Hauptbahnhof → Hotel, früher Ibis Koblenz City (Zentralplatz stop)
💡 Use the VRM app or machines at the station—cash isn't accepted on buses. A day ticket (€6.80) covers the whole city network and is cheaper than two singles.
Frankfurt Airport (arrivals hall taxi rank) → Hotel, früher Ibis Koblenz City (Clemensstraße 32-36)
💡 Fix the price with the driver before you start—airport cabs can surge to €250. Pre-book with Taxi Koblenz (Tel: +49 261 19410) for a flat €195 rate. The hotel doesn't have a dedicated car park, but the 'Parkhaus Zentralplatz' (€18/day) is adjacent.
Frankfurt Airport (Terminal 1, Bus Platform 14-15) → Koblenz main train station (Hauptbahnhof)
💡 Buy online or at the bus station ticket machine—drivers rarely accept cash. Get off at 'Koblenz Hauptbahnhof' then use bus line 1 or 7 to 'Zentralplatz' for a 5-min walk to the hotel.
Frankfurt Airport (Fernbahnhof ICE station) → Koblenz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Book a week ahead for the cheapest fares. From Koblenz Hbf, take bus line 1 towards 'Zentralplatz/Stadttheater'—it drops you 200m from the hotel. Taxi costs €8-10.
About Koblenz
Wikipedia ↗
Koblenz (UK: koh-BLENTS, US: KOH-blents, German: [ˈkoːblɛnts] ; Moselle Franconian: Kowelenz) is a city in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, on the banks of the rivers Rhine (Middle Rhine) and Moselle, a multinational tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus c....
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Fährhaus am Stausee?
Request rooms on higher floors (4-5) for a quieter experience. These floors are likely to be away from the noise of the street and the nearby service entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fährhaus am Stausee?
Rooms on the lower floors (1-3) might be noisier due to the proximity to the street and the service entrance.
Is Fährhaus am Stausee noisy?
The hotel's location on An der Fähre 3, a street with moderate traffic, may contribute to some street noise, especially in lower-floor rooms. The nearby service entrance might also generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Fährhaus am Stausee?
Unfortunately, there is no information on specific view options, but rooms on higher floors (4-5) might have a better view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Fährhaus am Stausee?
Arrive early for check-in, as the hotel has a small reception area and may have limited staff during peak hours. Request a room with a balcony or a window with a view of the nearby Stausee (reservoir) for a pleasant view and a bit of fresh air.
What time is check-in at Fährhaus am Stausee?
Check-in at Fährhaus am Stausee is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fährhaus am Stausee have Wi-Fi?
free, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fährhaus am Stausee?
€2.50 per person, per night (€5 for overnight stays)
Where can I eat cheaply near Fährhaus am Stausee?
Mittagstisch (lunch special) at a bakery or Imbiss: €5–€8 for a sandwich or currywurst with fries.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Fährhaus am Stausee?
A single bus ticket (€2.90) or a day pass (€6.80) within Koblenz; from Frankfurt Airport, the cheapest option is the regional train (RE) to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof for about €25–€30.
When is the best time to visit Koblenz?
May and September: warm enough to eat outside (average 18-21°C), crowds are thinner than July-August, and the vines along the Moselle are either flowering or turning gold. June also works, though you'll share paths with more school groups.
Top Attractions in Koblenz
💡 Just visit the free courtyard and tower base – you get the best exterior views from the Moselle footbridge. Avoid the paid museum unless you’re a dedicated history buff.
💡 Walk past the main tourist zone to the quieter section near the ‘Schängel’ fountain – you’ll find fewer people and better birdwatching. Free public toilets at the playground end.
💡 Go early morning or at sunset to avoid crowds. The nearby cable car gives skyline views but costs €10.80 return – skip it and just wander the promenades.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month (free) or combine with the adjacent Koblenz City Library’s free exhibitions. The museum cafe has €3 coffee and good river views.
💡 Take the cable car from Deutsches Eck for €10.80 return, but save money by hiking the 30-minute path up through vineyards. Bring water – it’s a steep climb.