🇩🇪 Konstanz, Germany
AppARTment Mainau
📍 Konstanz
Your stay — AppARTment Mainau
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to AppARTment Mainau, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 4th or 5th floor, for a quieter stay. These floors are likely to be away from the main road noise, and you'll have a better chance of a peaceful night's sleep.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance or lift, as you may be disturbed by staff activity and noise from the lift. Additionally, rooms near the Mainau Island ferry terminal, which is near the hotel, may experience some noise from ferry traffic.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on the lake shore doesn't guarantee a lake view for all rooms. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a partial view of the lake, especially if you're willing to request a room at the front of the building.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some road noise from the nearby streets, especially during peak tourist season. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the Mainau Island ferry terminal may generate some noise from ferry traffic.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a bit more space and a pleasant view, if available. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the nearby Mainau Island, a beautiful botanical garden with a stunning castle and a variety of plant species. It's a short walk from the hotel.
- 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 — AppARTment Mainau
free public WiFi, paid premium tier (€10/24h) with 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, one historic section has no lift access
complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader, no physical papers available
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 8:00 AM, late check-out until 12:00 PM (€20 fee)
available on-site, cost-free for up to 24 hours
step-free access, wheelchair entries, some rooms have structural limitations
on-site parking available, €20/night, nearest public car park is 'König-Karl-Parkplatz' (€10/24h), EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person/night (€3.19)
Deposit & card hold: CHF 200 advance deposit + CHF 100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Georg (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Kreuzkirche (460 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Loretto-Kapelle (642 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Bethalle (642 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Hoerle-Park — 793 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Volksbank Konstanz — 828 m · ~10 min walk
Hubertus-Apotheke — 122 m · ~2 min walk
Konstanz-Petershausen — 3.0 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at the airport, but rates are poor. Look for banks or currency exchange offices in the city centre for better rates.
Most shops and restaurants accept major credit cards, but some smaller businesses may only accept cash. Contactless payments are common, but not all businesses accept mobile payments.
Tipping is generally not expected, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is considered polite.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of coffee costs around €2-3 at a typical café.
A sandwich or soup at a bakery or food stall costs around €5-6.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant costs around €15-20.
You can find cheap eats at the Marktplatz or along the lakeshore promenade.
Edeka and Rewe are common supermarket chains in the area.
You can find affordable shopping at the outdoor market on Saturdays or at the Didgeri shopping centre.
A daily public transport ticket costs around €6-7, and you can buy a 10-trip ticket for around €16.
Buy a Konstanz Card for discounts on public transport and attractions.Take a picnic to the park or lake instead of eating out.Use the bike-share system, Nextbike, for short trips.
Good to know — Konstanz
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Konstanz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at AppARTment Mainau
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Volksbank Konstanz — 828 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Hubertus-Apotheke — 122 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Konstanz Fernbusbahnhof
💡 Bus stop is outside Arrivals 1, exit door 4. Buy tickets on the app for 5 EUR less; seat 4A has extra legroom.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof (central station) → Waldhaus Jakob stop
💡 Buy a 24-hour ticket (6 EUR) if you plan multiple trips. Bus 11 runs along the lake promenade—quick and scenic. The stop is literally outside the hotel. For late returns, night bus N1 runs hourly until 03:00.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → UnternehmensServices
💡 Get off at 'Fischmarkt' stop, then walk 3 min south past the cobbler shop. Buy a single ticket from the machine—coins only, or use the 'VVO' app.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Waldhaus Jakob, Konstanz
💡 Pre-book with a local Konstanz firm like Taxi Müller; they often charge a flat rate of 210-250 EUR instead of meter. Avoid Zurich taxis at the rank—they double the price.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → UnternehmensServices, Konstanz
💡 Book via Taxi Zentrum Konstanz (+49 7531 92000) a day ahead to avoid surge pricing. Pay in euros at the border if you ask nicely.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Konstanz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Take IC 66 to Constance; change at Winterthur if delayed. Sit on the left side from Zurich for lake views. Validate your ticket at the platform—fine is 90 EUR.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) or Zurich HB → Konstanz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Get a direct IC from Zurich Airport to Konstanz; no change needed. Buy a Sparbillett in advance online from SBB for half price. From the station, city bus 9 or 11 stops 200m from Waldhaus Jakob—get off at 'Waldhaus Jakob' stop.
Zurich Airport (bus stop outside terminal) → Konstanz Döbeleplatz
💡 FlixBus routes vary; check if it stops at 'Konstanz Döbeleplatz' or 'Konstanz Busbahnhof'. From Döbeleplatz it's a 25-min walk uphill to Waldhaus Jakob or take bus 11 to 'Waldhaus Jakob'.
Zürich Airport (ZRH) → Ferienwohnung Katein, Konstanz
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Konstanz for a flat rate around €140. Cheaper than Uber if you have 3–4 people. Tip: 5-10%.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Hotel Scheffelhof
💡 Book via Konstanz Taxi (+49 7531 22555) for a flat €140 daytime rate. Uber works but can surge across the border.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Scheffelhof (stop: Schänzle)
💡 Day ticket (€4.50) covers all zones. Use the Konstanz+ app to buy and scan. Hotel is a 200m flat walk from the stop.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → Ferienwohnung Katein (Haltestelle Sternenplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver with cash or use the Konstanz App. The stop is a 3-minute walk from the flat.
About Konstanz
Wikipedia ↗
Konstanz ( KON-stənts, US also KAWN-stahnts, German: [ˈkɔnʃtants] or [ˈkɔnstants] , Alemannic German: [ˈkoʃd̥əts, ˈxoʃd̥əts]), traditionally known as Constance in English, is a university city with approximately 83,000 inhabitants located at the western end of Upper Lake Constance in the Baden-Wür...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at AppARTment Mainau?
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 4th or 5th floor, for a quieter stay. These floors are likely to be away from the main road noise, and you'll have a better chance of a peaceful night's sleep.
Which rooms should I avoid at AppARTment Mainau?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance or lift, as you may be disturbed by staff activity and noise from the lift. Additionally, rooms near the Mainau Island ferry terminal, which is near the hotel, may experience some noise from ferry traffic.
Is AppARTment Mainau noisy?
Be prepared for some road noise from the nearby streets, especially during peak tourist season. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the Mainau Island ferry terminal may generate some noise from ferry traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at AppARTment Mainau?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on the lake shore doesn't guarantee a lake view for all rooms. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a partial view of the lake, especially if you're willing to request a room at the front of the building.
What are insider tips for staying at AppARTment Mainau?
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a bit more space and a pleasant view, if available. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the nearby Mainau Island, a beautiful botanical garden with a stunning castle and a variety of plant species. It's a short walk from the hotel.
What time is check-in at AppARTment Mainau?
Check-in at AppARTment Mainau is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does AppARTment Mainau have Wi-Fi?
free public WiFi, paid premium tier (€10/24h) with 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at AppARTment Mainau?
CHF 3.50 per person/night (€3.19)
Where can I eat cheaply near AppARTment Mainau?
A sandwich or soup at a bakery or food stall costs around €5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from AppARTment Mainau?
A daily public transport ticket costs around €6-7, and you can buy a 10-trip ticket for around €16.
Top Attractions in Konstanz
💡 Aim for the 'Haus zur Kunkel' at Niederburgerstrasse 19—a well-preserved 14th-century house with a free exhibition on its history. Quietest on weekday mornings.
💡 Go just before sunset for the best light on the lake and mountains. There are a few benches and you can see the Imperia statue clearly from above.
💡 Take the small alley ‘Kreuzlinger Gasse’ – it cuts through to the waterfront and has a quiet courtyard cafe halfway.
💡 Climb the tower late afternoon for fewer crowds and golden light on the lake—costs about €2, well worth it.
💡 Take the path along the old city wall (Stadtmauer) from Schnetztor to Rheintorturm – it's quiet and gives you a genuine sense of medieval Konstanz.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid tour groups. The choir stalls have intricate medieval carvings worth a close look.
💡 The spire climb costs a few euros, but the main church interior and crypt are free. Go early to avoid queues.
💡 Go at sunset for good light and fewer crowds. The view back toward the old town from the harbour wall is better than the statue itself.