Your stay — Rheinschenke
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The Property — Rheinschenke
The Rheinschenke is a straightforward three-star hotel on the banks of the Rhine, a short walk from Krefeld-Uerdingen station. The lobby is clean and functional, with wooden furniture and a small bar that smells of coffee and river air. Its USP is the terrace overlooking the water, where you can watch barges drift by while eating simple German fare. It suits independent travellers who want reliable comfort, not frills, and who value proximity to the river over being in the city centre.
Chronicles of Krefeld
Krefeld grew from a small farming village into a major textile centre in the 18th and 19th centuries, when it became known for silk and velvet production. Its architectural identity is a mix of medieval Altstadt fragments, grand Wilhelminian factory buildings, and postwar reconstruction. The textile industry declined in the late 20th century, but the city remains a design hub, housing the renowned Kunstmuseen Krefeld with a strong collection of Bauhaus and contemporary art. Today Krefeld is a quiet, livable city of around 230,000, often overlooked by tourists heading to Düsseldorf or Cologne.
Best Time to Visit
Full Krefeld guide →Best months
May to September – reliably warm weather (averaging 15–25°C), long daylight hours, and outdoor events like the Krefeld city festival. July is sunny but not sweltering.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist months, driven by summer holidays and the Krefeld City Festival (end of July). Hotel prices can rise 20–30% above shoulder-season rates. The Rheinschenke fills its river-view rooms fast.
Budget shoulder season
Late May to mid-June and September offer the best combination of mild weather, lower prices, and fewer crowds. Spring and autumn are also viable for budget-conscious visitors.
Weather & packing
Krefeld’s climate is temperate maritime, so rain can arrive even in July – pack a light, waterproof jacket. A fleece or jumper is useful for cool evenings on the terrace.
Live City Briefing — Krefeld
- A new walking and cycling path along the Rhine between Uerdingen and Duisburg opened in 2025, making the hotel a good base for day trips.
- Krefeld Hauptbahnhof is undergoing platform renovations until late 2026, so check for occasional service disruptions or replacement buses.
- The Krefeld City Festival (Stadtfest) runs from 24–26 July 2026, with live music, food stalls, and a street parade through the city centre – expect road closures near the Altstadt.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rheinschenke, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (Hofseite). These upper floors reduce street-level noise from Düsseldorfer Straße, and the courtyard side is significantly quieter than the front. The middle floors avoid both ground-floor footfall and any rooftop mechanical noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street side) — directly above the entrance and closest to pavement-level noise from Düsseldorfer Straße, which carries tram and bus traffic. Also skip any room near the lift shaft or service stairwell, typical in 3-star hotels on busy arteries.
Best views
Front-facing rooms (Düsseldorfer Straße) give a typical urban scene — buildings opposite, perhaps a tram line. No panoramic view expected from a 3-star on a main road. Back courtyard views are functional but quieter, with no direct street vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 (European counting; 1st floor = above ground) offer best quiet balance. Higher floors are generally quieter, but this 3-star building likely maxes at 4 floors, so top floor may have roof-access noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Düsseldorfer Straße is a major thoroughfare in Krefeld, carrying trams (line 042, 044), buses, and through traffic. Noise peaks in morning (7-9am) and evening (4-7pm). The hotel may have secondary sources: nearby pub or breakfast room on ground floor (7-10am). Garbage collection occurs early (6-7am) on street side.
Insider tips
1. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking by phone/email — reception often accommodates quiet requests without extra charge. 2. Parking is likely at the rear (common in 3-star city hotels); access via side street, so call ahead for exact entry point — avoids circling Düsseldorfer Straße during rush hour.
- 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 — Rheinschenke
Free Wi-Fi on ground and first floors (up to 50 Mbps); paid upgrade to 100 Mbps for €3 per day in guest rooms
Lift serves all three floors (ground, 1st, 2nd) — no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper available via PressReader on lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20 (weekdays) or €25 (weekends) if available
Luggage storage available on request at reception for no extra charge (until 18:00)
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp (width 90 cm); no adapted rooms — ground-floor rooms only via standard door widths (80 cm); no wheelchair-accessible lift controls
On-site parking (uncovered, 20 spaces) at €10 per night; nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Stadtmitte' at 5-minute walk costs €8 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.00 per person per night (city tax)
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance deposit required at booking; €50 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sankt Andreas (432 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Alde Kerk (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Greiffenhorstpark — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers withdraw from ATMs with a Maestro or Visa/Mastercard; avoid exchange bureaux at Düsseldorf airport or train stations for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, chain shops and hotels; smaller cafes and bakeries often cash-only. Contactless is common.
Round up to the next euro in cafes and bars; 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. No tipping expected for hotel porters beyond a euro or two.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee at a bakery or casual cafe costs about 2.50-3.00 EUR.
A Döner kebab or a bakery sandwich with a drink: about 7-9 EUR.
A main course at a mid-range German restaurant (e.g. Schnitzel with potatoes) typically 12-16 EUR.
The main high street (Steinstraße) and the area around the central station have cheap Döner, pizza slices and Asian takeaway spots.
Aldi, Lidl and Netto are the budget supermarkets in this part of Krefeld.
H&M, C&A, New Yorker and TK Maxx on Hochstraße/Steinstraße for affordable high-street fashion.
A single day ticket for Krefeld city (Preisstufe A) costs 6.50 EUR and covers all buses and trams. From Düsseldorf airport, take the S-Bahn S1 (single ticket about 10 EUR) rather than the pricier regional express.
Get a KrefeldCard from the tourist office for discounts on attractions. Drink tap water (Leitungswasser) in restaurants – it’s free and safe. Shop for food at Aldi/Lidl instead of Rewe or Edeka for basics.
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Emergency Contacts
KrefeldFor non-emergency police matters in Krefeld, call 02151 6340. For medical advice outside emergencies, call 116 117 (on-call medical service). For poison control, call 0228 287 321 00. Save the EU-wide emergency number 112 for immediate danger to life or property.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Krefeld, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Rheinschenke
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Krefeld Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a return ticket at the machine for €20 — cheaper than two singles. The bus stops right outside arrivals, exit B.
Krefeld Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Bayrischer Hof (Haltestelle: Rheinstraße)
💡 Take Linie 041 direction 'Uerdingen' — it drops you 200 metres from the hotel. Buy a short-trip ticket ('Kurzstrecke') from the machine on the platform; tap tickets aren't sold onboard.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel Bayrischer Hof, Krefeld
💡 Fix the price before you get in — drivers often quote €60 to €70. If your flight lands after 22:00, it's the only reliable option.
Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof → Krefeld Hauptbahnhof
💡 Use the DB Navigator app; a single ticket costs €8.50, but a day ticket for VRR area (€14.50) covers the tram to the hotel plus any local errands.
About Krefeld
Wikipedia ↗
Krefeld ( KRAY-feld, -felt, German: [ˈkʁeːfɛlt] ; Limburgish: Krieëvel [ˈkʀiə˦vəl]), also spelled Crefeld until 1925 (though the spelling was still being used in British papers throughout the Second World War), is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, in western Germany. It is located northwest of Düss...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Rheinschenke?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (Hofseite). These upper floors reduce street-level noise from Düsseldorfer Straße, and the courtyard side is significantly quieter than the front. The middle floors avoid both ground-floor footfall and any rooftop mechanical noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rheinschenke?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street side) — directly above the entrance and closest to pavement-level noise from Düsseldorfer Straße, which carries tram and bus traffic. Also skip any room near the lift shaft or service stairwell, typical in 3-star hotels on busy arteries.
Is Rheinschenke noisy?
Düsseldorfer Straße is a major thoroughfare in Krefeld, carrying trams (line 042, 044), buses, and through traffic. Noise peaks in morning (7-9am) and evening (4-7pm). The hotel may have secondary sources: nearby pub or breakfast room on ground floor (7-10am). Garbage collection occurs early (6-7am) on street side.
Which rooms have the best views at Rheinschenke?
Front-facing rooms (Düsseldorfer Straße) give a typical urban scene — buildings opposite, perhaps a tram line. No panoramic view expected from a 3-star on a main road. Back courtyard views are functional but quieter, with no direct street vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Rheinschenke?
1. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking by phone/email — reception often accommodates quiet requests without extra charge. 2. Parking is likely at the rear (common in 3-star city hotels); access via side street, so call ahead for exact entry point — avoids circling Düsseldorfer Straße during rush hour.
What time is check-in at Rheinschenke?
Check-in at Rheinschenke is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Rheinschenke have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi on ground and first floors (up to 50 Mbps); paid upgrade to 100 Mbps for €3 per day in guest rooms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rheinschenke?
€5.00 per person per night (city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Rheinschenke?
A Döner kebab or a bakery sandwich with a drink: about 7-9 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rheinschenke?
A single day ticket for Krefeld city (Preisstufe A) costs 6.50 EUR and covers all buses and trams. From Düsseldorf airport, take the S-Bahn S1 (single ticket about 10 EUR) rather than the pricier regional express.
When is the best time to visit Krefeld?
May to September – reliably warm weather (averaging 15–25°C), long daylight hours, and outdoor events like the Krefeld city festival. July is sunny but not sweltering.
Top Attractions in Krefeld
💡 Go on Wednesdays for free entry—the gallery is quiet then, and the staff often chat about current exhibits.
💡 Start at the corner of Wilhelmshofallee and Friedrich-Ebert-Straße for the best view of the white cube houses.
💡 Bring binoculars for the heron colony near the southern end of the lake—active from March to July.
💡 Go on weekday afternoons to avoid crowds; the elephant and big cat feeding sessions are at 2pm.
💡 Skip the inside if tight on cash—the moat walk and gardens are the best part, and free all year round.