Your stay — Constantia
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The Property — Constantia
The Constantia hotel in Konstanz is a modest 3-star establishment that exudes a laid-back, family-run atmosphere. Its beige and wood-toned décor, dominated by natural materials, creates a sense of organic warmth. The hotel's USP lies in its proximity to the picturesque Marktplatz and the lake promenade, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a tranquil lakeside retreat. Guests can expect a no-frills, straightforward experience that's perfect for couples and solo travellers looking for a hassle-free stay.
Chronicles of Konstanz
Konstanz, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Constance, has a rich history dating back to the Roman era. The city's original Roman settlement, Confluentes, was strategically located at the confluence of the Rhine and the Alpenrhein rivers. Over the centuries, Konstanz has evolved into a charming university town, with its medieval old town featuring picturesque half-timbered houses and a vibrant cultural scene. The city's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its history, reflected in the annual festivals and events that celebrate its past. Today, Konstanz is a thriving hub for tourism, education, and innovation.
Best Time to Visit
Full Konstanz guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months for visiting Konstanz, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and fewer tourists compared to the peak summer months. July and August can be quite crowded, especially during the summer holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month, with the Konstanz Festival taking place, featuring classical music performances and cultural events. Hotel prices increase during this time, and it's not uncommon to see a surge in visitors from nearby Switzerland and Austria.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are great shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, offering mild temperatures (12-18°C) and fewer tourists. You can expect to find discounts on hotel prices and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Weather & packing
Konstanz experiences a continental climate with significant temperature fluctuations between day and night. Pack layers for your visit, with a waterproof jacket or umbrella to be prepared for sudden rain showers.
Live City Briefing — Konstanz
- The Konstanz bus network has been upgraded, with new electric buses operating on several routes, making it easier to get around the city. The historic old town is currently undergoing renovations, with some street closures and restricted access to certain areas. The Konstanz Marina is also set to undergo a major expansion, with new boat launching facilities and a redeveloped promenade expected to be completed by 2027.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Constantia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 3rd or 4th floor, as these floors have carpeted floors which can help reduce noise from the Kreuzlinger Straße below. Additionally, rooms on the north side of the building may receive some natural light and views of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor may be noisier due to being closer to the reception area and potential street noise from Kreuzlinger Straße.
Best views
Rooms on the north side of the building may offer views of the surrounding area, including the city's historic center and the lake in the distance.
Quietest floors
3rd-4th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Kreuzlinger Straße is a relatively busy street, so rooms facing it may experience some noise pollution. The hotel's location in the center of Konstanz means that there may be some background noise from the city.
Insider tips
If you're arriving by car, note that parking in the surrounding streets can be limited; consider arriving early to secure a spot. The hotel's reception is open until 10 PM; if you plan to arrive later, contact the hotel in advance to arrange for late check-in.
- 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 — Constantia
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed; login with room number and surname
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on in-room TVs; local newspapers available on request
16:00-22:00, early bag-drop from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00 (€20 fee after 12:00)
available at reception; €5 per day
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, adapted rooms available on request
on-site parking €15 per night, public car park nearby (€10 per day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Dreifaltigkeitskirche (230 m · ~3 min walk)
- Synagogue: Synagoge Konstanz (286 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Lutherkirche (395 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Stephanskirche (565 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lago — 462 m · ~6 min walk
Georg-Elser-Park — 498 m · ~6 min walk
Hus-Haus — 158 m · ~2 min walk
K 9 — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Gütlespielplatz — 548 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk
Schnetztor-Apotheke — 152 m · ~2 min walk
SILO - Unverpackt Laden und Café — 226 m · ~3 min walk
Konstanz — 453 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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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 Constantia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Schnetztor-Apotheke — 152 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 Constantia?
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 3rd or 4th floor, as these floors have carpeted floors which can help reduce noise from the Kreuzlinger Straße below. Additionally, rooms on the north side of the building may receive some natural light and views of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Constantia?
Rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor may be noisier due to being closer to the reception area and potential street noise from Kreuzlinger Straße.
Is Constantia noisy?
Kreuzlinger Straße is a relatively busy street, so rooms facing it may experience some noise pollution. The hotel's location in the center of Konstanz means that there may be some background noise from the city.
Which rooms have the best views at Constantia?
Rooms on the north side of the building may offer views of the surrounding area, including the city's historic center and the lake in the distance.
What are insider tips for staying at Constantia?
If you're arriving by car, note that parking in the surrounding streets can be limited; consider arriving early to secure a spot. The hotel's reception is open until 10 PM; if you plan to arrive later, contact the hotel in advance to arrange for late check-in.
What time is check-in at Constantia?
Check-in at Constantia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Constantia have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed; login with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Constantia?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Constantia?
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 Constantia?
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 for visiting Konstanz, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and fewer tourists compared to the peak summer months. July and August can be quite crowded, especially during the summer holidays.
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.