🇩🇪 Konstanz, Germany
Gästehaus Centro
📍 4, Bahnhofplatz, Konstanz, 78462
Photo: official website
Your stay — Gästehaus Centro
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gästehaus Centro, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize potential street noise from the nearby Bahnhofplatz. The hotel's lift only goes up to the 4th floor, so rooms on this floor are likely to be quieter. Consider rooms 301-304 for a quieter experience.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and near the lift, as they may be noisier due to the street traffic and possible noise from guests and staff moving in and out of the property.
Best views
Rooms on the 4th floor may have a view of the Schaffhausen skyline, depending on the orientation of the room.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may be able to hear street noise from the nearby Bahnhofplatz, especially during peak hours. The hotel's central location means there may also be some noise from nearby bars and restaurants.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's convenient location by walking to the nearby Bahnhof (train station) and exploring the charming old town of Konstanz. Consider requesting a room with a key card door lock, which is a standard feature at this 3-star 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 — Gästehaus Centro
free, 500 MB per day; additional paid tiers available (EUR 10 for 5 GB)
yes, serves all floors; no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local newspapers
3 pm to 10 pm, early bag-drop available from 9 am, late check-out until 1 pm (EUR 20 fee)
available at the front desk (EUR 5 per bag, per day)
step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrance and rooms; some historic sections may have structural limitations
on-site parking available (EUR 20 per night), public car park 'Parkhaus Bahnhof' nearby (EUR 25 per day), electric vehicle charging available (EUR 3 per hour)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 2.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: EUR 50 advance deposit, EUR 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Synagogue: Synagoge Konstanz (74 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Dreifaltigkeitskirche (92 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Stephanskirche (540 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Lutherkirche (567 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lago — 321 m · ~4 min walk
Stadtgarten — 554 m · ~7 min walk
Rosgartenmuseum — 157 m · ~2 min walk
Junges Theater Konstanz — 233 m · ~3 min walk
Steine im Fluss — 473 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 122 m · ~2 min walk
Seeapotheke — 134 m · ~2 min walk
SILO - Unverpackt Laden und Café — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Konstanz — 137 m · ~2 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
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 Gästehaus Centro
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 122 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Seeapotheke — 134 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 Gästehaus Centro?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize potential street noise from the nearby Bahnhofplatz. The hotel's lift only goes up to the 4th floor, so rooms on this floor are likely to be quieter. Consider rooms 301-304 for a quieter experience.
Which rooms should I avoid at Gästehaus Centro?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and near the lift, as they may be noisier due to the street traffic and possible noise from guests and staff moving in and out of the property.
Is Gästehaus Centro noisy?
Guests may be able to hear street noise from the nearby Bahnhofplatz, especially during peak hours. The hotel's central location means there may also be some noise from nearby bars and restaurants.
Which rooms have the best views at Gästehaus Centro?
Rooms on the 4th floor may have a view of the Schaffhausen skyline, depending on the orientation of the room.
What are insider tips for staying at Gästehaus Centro?
Take advantage of the hotel's convenient location by walking to the nearby Bahnhof (train station) and exploring the charming old town of Konstanz. Consider requesting a room with a key card door lock, which is a standard feature at this 3-star hotel.
What time is check-in at Gästehaus Centro?
Check-in at Gästehaus Centro is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gästehaus Centro have Wi-Fi?
free, 500 MB per day; additional paid tiers available (EUR 10 for 5 GB)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gästehaus Centro?
EUR 2.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Gästehaus Centro?
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 Gästehaus Centro?
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.
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.