🇩🇪 Konstanz, Germany
Boardinghouse HOME
📍 4, Fürstengutweg, Konstanz, 78462
Your stay — Boardinghouse HOME
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The Property — Boardinghouse HOME
Boardinghouse HOME is a 3-star hotel in Konstanz, Germany, offering a straightforward, no-frills stay in a historic building. The lobby's modern aesthetic is tempered by original architectural details, creating a pleasant, laid-back atmosphere. This hotel is suited to budget-conscious travellers and those looking for easy access to the city centre. The hotel's compact design and shared facilities keep costs low, making it an uncomplicated choice for couples or solo adventurers. In the lobby, you'll find a mix of modern furniture and exposed brickwork, giving the space a lived-in feel.
Chronicles of Konstanz
Konstanz, situated on the shores of Lake Constance, has a rich history dating back to the Roman era. The city's architecture reflects its strategic location on the border of Germany and Switzerland, with influences from both cultures visible in its medieval and Baroque buildings. Konstanz has been a significant trading centre since the Middle Ages and was once a major hub for the Catholic Church. Today, the city is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and cultural explorers, with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental awareness. The city's university, the University of Konstanz, contributes to a lively cultural scene, with numerous festivals and events throughout the year.
Best Time to Visit
Full Konstanz guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Konstanz, with pleasant temperatures (18-25°C) and manageable crowds. The summer months offer warm weather without the peak-season prices, making it an excellent time to explore the city's many parks and gardens.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month in Konstanz, thanks to the Konstanz Festival, which draws large crowds and drives up hotel prices. Visitors can expect lively atmosphere and a range of cultural events, including concerts and theatrical performances.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are the best budget shoulder months, with discounted prices and mild weather (10-20°C). The city's parks and gardens are starting to bloom, and the crowds are smaller than during the peak summer months.
Weather & packing
Konstanz's climate is influenced by its proximity to Lake Constance, resulting in moderate temperatures and high humidity. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing that can be layered for cooler mornings and evenings.
Live City Briefing — Konstanz
- The Konstanz Stadtbahn (city train) has introduced a new route connecting the city centre to the nearby Sipbach neighbourhood, making it easier to explore the surrounding area.
- The Konstanz Museum of Art has reopened after a major renovation, featuring an expanded collection of contemporary art and a new outdoor sculpture garden.
- The annual Konstanz Summer Festival is taking place from July 1st to August 31st, with a range of events and activities, including concerts, theatre performances, and fireworks displays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Boardinghouse HOME, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 3 or above, as the hotel has a lift stopping at every floor. This will minimize the likelihood of noise from the service entrance on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, particularly those near the service entrance, as they may be affected by noise from delivery and staff activity.
Best views
The hotel's address on Fürstengutweg suggests that rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding area, but this is not explicitly stated in the data. It's worth requesting a room with a view, but there's no guarantee.
Quietest floors
Floors 2-3 are likely to be the quietest, as they are away from the ground floor service entrance and the higher floors are less likely to be near the lift or other noisy areas.
🔊 Noise notes
As the hotel is located on a street, some noise from traffic and pedestrians can be expected, although this may be mitigated by the hotel's location in a relatively quiet area of Konstanz.
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby public parking garage, as on-street parking options may be limited. Also, be aware that the hotel's reception is open until 10 PM, so plan your arrival accordingly to avoid any potential issues.
- 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 — Boardinghouse HOME
free, 500 MB per device per day, login not required
yes, serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader)
check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00, late check-out until 13:00 for €20; early bag-drop possible from 08:00
available, €2 per bag per day
step-free access via main entrance; wheelchair accessible rooms available upon request; historic building may have some structural limitations
on-site parking available for €12 per night; public car park 'Schrebenparkplatz' nearby for €8 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €100 incidental card hold at check-in (refundable upon check-out)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mevlâna Moschee (225 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Bruder-Klaus-Kirche (271 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Schottenkapelle (623 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Adventgemeinde Konstanz (698 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lago — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Herosépark — 139 m · ~2 min walk
Stadtarchiv Konstanz — 595 m · ~7 min walk
Theater Konstanz — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Georg-Elser-Platz — 502 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet — 301 m · ~4 min walk
eHealth Apotheke Petershausen — 499 m · ~6 min walk
Bassams Ecke — 273 m · ~3 min walk
Konstanz-Petershausen — 476 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Geldautomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Konstanz main station or airport, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) are common for small amounts; some smaller cafes or bakeries may be cash-only, so always carry some cash.
Rounding up the bill or adding 5–10% is appreciated for good service in restaurants; for taxis, rounding to the next euro; hotel staff do not expect tips, but a few euros for housekeeping or porters is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee or espresso at a bakery or café costs around €2.50–3.00; order 'Kaffee' for a simple cup.
A daily lunch special (Mittagstisch) at a local pub or café costs €8–12, often including a drink or side.
A main course at a casual restaurant (e.g., Schnitzel, pasta, currywurst) runs €10–15.
Döner kebab or falafel stands near the university and Marktstätte are cheap and filling, around €5–7.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the budget supermarkets; Rewe is slightly pricier but common in the city centre.
Primark and C&A in the Lago shopping centre offer affordable basics; second-hand shops like Kleidermarkt are good for bargains.
A day ticket for buses within Konstanz costs €3.70 (2024); buy via the 'Stadtwerke Konstanz' app. From Zurich Airport, take a cheap FlixBus or regional train (with a Sparpreis ticket) for around €25–30.
Fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains (tap water is safe); cross to the Swiss side (Kreuzlingen) for cheaper groceries and snacks; buy a Konstanz Card for free bus travel and museum discounts if staying 2+ days.
Good to know — Konstanz
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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 Boardinghouse HOME
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 301 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · eHealth Apotheke Petershausen — 499 m · ~6 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 Boardinghouse HOME?
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 3 or above, as the hotel has a lift stopping at every floor. This will minimize the likelihood of noise from the service entrance on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Boardinghouse HOME?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, particularly those near the service entrance, as they may be affected by noise from delivery and staff activity.
Is Boardinghouse HOME noisy?
As the hotel is located on a street, some noise from traffic and pedestrians can be expected, although this may be mitigated by the hotel's location in a relatively quiet area of Konstanz.
Which rooms have the best views at Boardinghouse HOME?
The hotel's address on Fürstengutweg suggests that rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding area, but this is not explicitly stated in the data. It's worth requesting a room with a view, but there's no guarantee.
What are insider tips for staying at Boardinghouse HOME?
If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby public parking garage, as on-street parking options may be limited. Also, be aware that the hotel's reception is open until 10 PM, so plan your arrival accordingly to avoid any potential issues.
What time is check-in at Boardinghouse HOME?
Check-in at Boardinghouse HOME is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Boardinghouse HOME have Wi-Fi?
free, 500 MB per device per day, login not required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Boardinghouse HOME?
€2.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Boardinghouse HOME?
A daily lunch special (Mittagstisch) at a local pub or café costs €8–12, often including a drink or side.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Boardinghouse HOME?
A day ticket for buses within Konstanz costs €3.70 (2024); buy via the 'Stadtwerke Konstanz' app. From Zurich Airport, take a cheap FlixBus or regional train (with a Sparpreis ticket) for around €25–30.
When is the best time to visit Konstanz?
June and September are ideal months to visit Konstanz, with pleasant temperatures (18-25°C) and manageable crowds. The summer months offer warm weather without the peak-season prices, making it an excellent time to explore the city's many parks and gardens.
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.