🇩🇪 Nürnberg, Germany
Hotel Grasser
📍 Kemptener Straße 74, Nürnberg
Your stay — Hotel Grasser
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The Property — Hotel Grasser
Hotel Grasser is a functional, no-frills 3-star in Nürnberg's central station district, offering clean rooms and a solid breakfast buffet for budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location over character. The lobby is compact, practical, and busy with check-ins, staffed by efficient receptionists who hand you a key card and point to the lift. It suits short-stay city-breakers, solo business travellers, and families wanting a reliable base near the Hauptbahnhof rather than a boutique experience. The USP is walkability: under five minutes to the main train station and a straight tram ride to the Old Town.
Chronicles of Nürnberg
Nürnberg was first documented in 1050 and grew into an unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire, hosting imperial diets in its medieval castle. The city's Gothic architecture, particularly the Frauenkirche and St. Sebaldus Church, defined its skyline until Allied bombing in 1945 flattened 90% of the Old Town. Post-war reconstruction largely followed original street plans, creating a careful mix of rebuilt originals and modern infill. Today it balances heavy industrial history (Siemens, MAN) with a lively arts scene, and remains a symbol of both Nazi rally sites and post-war reckoning at the Documentation Centre.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nürnberg guide →Best months
May and September offer pleasant temperatures (15-22°C), fewer tourists than summer peak, and clear skies for walking the medieval walls. June works too but can get muggy.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist months, driven by school holidays and the Nürnberg Altstadtfest (late July) with live music and beer tents. Hotel rates can jump 30-50% above shoulder season; book by March.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the budget shoulders: daytime temperatures 10-15°C, thinner crowds, and hotel prices often 20% lower than July. The autumn beer season runs through September, but October stays quieter.
Weather & packing
Nürnberg's continental climate means July afternoons can hit 30°C but evenings drop to 14°C, so a summer weight jacket or cardigan is essential. Pack a light raincoat or umbrella – thunderstorms pop up unexpectedly in summer afternoons.
Live City Briefing — Nürnberg
- Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof is undergoing platform renovations through 2026; expect delays on regional trains and check departure boards frequently.
- The city has introduced a €3 per night tourism tax on all hotel stays (separate from room rate); it's charged at check-in.
- Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds is open daily but requires timed entry booking in summer; expect queues by 11am.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Grasser, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Kemptener Straße 74 is on a main road with moderate traffic noise. Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor) as they may be more prone to street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor) may experience more noise from the lift and foot traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (4th floor or above) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's orientation and address do not suggest a specific direction with a notable view.
Quietest floors
4th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Kemptener Straße is a main road with moderate traffic, so expect some noise from passing cars and potential late-night traffic. Additionally, the hotel's location in Nürnberg means you may hear some noise from nearby bars and restaurants on weekends.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Hauptbahnhof (main train station) for easy access to the city's public transportation system. Be sure to request a room with a window that faces away from the street for a quieter stay, as the rooms on the street side may be more prone to noise from passing traffic.
- 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 — Hotel Grasser
free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
yes, serving all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (FT via PressReader) on all floors
15:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 €20
available 24/7; €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance and ground-floor rooms
on-site parking €15 per night, nearest public car park €8 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (city tax)
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Corpus Christi (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Osterkirche (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Hans-Christoph-Seebohm-/Memelstraße — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
VR Bank Nürnberg — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Beethoven Apotheke — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-office counters which typically have poor rates and high fees.
Contactless cards and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) are widely accepted in shops, supermarkets, and most restaurants; carry some cash for small kiosks and markets.
Restaurants: round up or add 5–10% if service was good (cash to server, not left on card). Taxis: round up to next euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, no tip for housekeeping usual.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or kiosk costs around €1.50–€2.00.
A Döner kebab or a sandwich from a bakery with a drink is about €5–€7.
A pizza or pasta dish at a casual Italian-run eatery runs about €8–€12 for a main.
The main market (Hauptmarkt) and the area around the train station have several cheap eats stalls and standing counters.
Discount supermarkets like Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common here.
The city-centre high streets (Breite Gasse, Königsstraße) have outlets of brands like H&M, C&A, and Primark.
A single VGN day ticket for the inner zone (€7.90) covers unlimited bus, tram, and U-Bahn within the city; from the airport, the U2 line (€3.40) is cheaper than a taxi.
Good to know — Nürnberg
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nürnberg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Grasser
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · VR Bank Nürnberg — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Beethoven Apotheke — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Hotel Zur alten Tenne (via Erlenstegen stop)
💡 From the hotel, walk 7 minutes south to 'Erlenstegen' S-Bahn station. A day ticket (€8.20) covers unlimited city travel. S2 runs direct to the main station for connections to the airport (change to U2 at 'Hauptbahnhof').
Erlenstegen district (Tiergarten stop) → Nürnberg city centre (Plärrer)
💡 Tram 5 is the best local option for sightseeing. Board at 'Tiergarten', 800m from the hotel (a 10-minute stroll). For the Christmas market, get off at 'Weißer Turm', not 'Plärrer' — it's one stop earlier and saves a long walk.
Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (main train station) → Hotel Elisei (Tafelfeldstraße stop)
💡 Tram 8 runs directly from the station to Tafelfeldstraße; sit on the left side for views of the castle.
Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (Tram stop by main exit) → Lorenz Apartments (stop: Hallertor or Plärrer, then walk)
💡 Tram 4 stops at Hallertor, a 3-min walk. Buy a single ticket or a Tageskarte (day pass) for unlimited travel in the inner zone—the hotel is in zone A.
Albrecht Dürer Airport Nürnberg (NUE) → Hotel Zur alten Tenne (Äußere Sulzbacher Str. 62)
💡 Pre-book with Nürnberg Taxi for a fixed €25 flat rate to avoid surge pricing. Confirm the hotel address: it's in Erlenstegen district, a 10-minute walk from the centre.
Nürnberg Airport (NUE) → Lorenz Apartments (Hinterm Bahnhof area)
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Zentrale Nürnberg for a fixed rate; avoid surge pricing after late flights. The rank at Terminal 1 is well signed.
Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (U2 platform) → Hotel Elisei (via 'Thon' station)
💡 Take U2 to 'Thon' (direction Flughafen), then switch to bus 50 heading north. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from 'Marthweg' bus stop—check VGN app for real-time connections.
Airport Nürnberg → Hotel Zur alten Tenne
💡 Buy a single 'Einzelfahrkarte' from the airport machine (€3.50). Take U2 to 'Rennweg', exit west side, then Bus 36 direction 'Erlenstegen' to 'Sulzbacher Str.' stop. The hotel is 100m north.
Nuremberg Airport (NUE) → Hotel Elisei (Tafelfeldstraße 88)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the VGN machine at the airport; validate it on the bus. Exit at 'Tafelfeldstraße' stop—the hotel is a 2-minute walk.
Nürnberg Airport (Bus stop outside Arrivals) → Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof
💡 Slower than the train but useful if the U-Bahn is down. Validate your ticket in the machine on board; inspectors are common and fines are 60 EUR.
Nuremberg Airport (NUE) → Hotel Elisei (Tafelfeldstraße 88, 90411 Nuremberg)
💡 Book via Taxi-Zentrale Nürnberg (0911 19410) for a fixed price; avoid unmarked cabs outside the terminal.
Nürnberg Airport (U-Bahn station via walkway) → Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
💡 From the airport, take the U-Bahn U2 to the Hauptbahnhof, then walk 5 mins to your hotel; the S-Bahn is actually U-Bahn on this line. Buy a single ticket via the VGN app to avoid queues.
About Nürnberg
Wikipedia ↗
Nuremberg ( NURE-əm-burg; German: Nürnberg [ˈnʏʁnbɛʁk] ; Mainfränkisch: Nämberch [ˈnɛmbɛrç]) is the second-largest city in the German state of Bavaria and the largest city in the cultural region of Franconia. Its 546,397 (2024) inhabitants make it the 13th-largest city in Germany. Situated on the Pe...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Grasser?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Kemptener Straße 74 is on a main road with moderate traffic noise. Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor) as they may be more prone to street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Grasser?
Rooms near the lift on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor) may experience more noise from the lift and foot traffic.
Is Hotel Grasser noisy?
Kemptener Straße is a main road with moderate traffic, so expect some noise from passing cars and potential late-night traffic. Additionally, the hotel's location in Nürnberg means you may hear some noise from nearby bars and restaurants on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Grasser?
Rooms on the higher floors (4th floor or above) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's orientation and address do not suggest a specific direction with a notable view.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Grasser?
Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Hauptbahnhof (main train station) for easy access to the city's public transportation system. Be sure to request a room with a window that faces away from the street for a quieter stay, as the rooms on the street side may be more prone to noise from passing traffic.
What time is check-in at Hotel Grasser?
Check-in at Hotel Grasser is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Grasser have Wi-Fi?
free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Grasser?
€2.50 per person per night (city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Grasser?
A Döner kebab or a sandwich from a bakery with a drink is about €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Grasser?
A single VGN day ticket for the inner zone (€7.90) covers unlimited bus, tram, and U-Bahn within the city; from the airport, the U2 line (€3.40) is cheaper than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Nürnberg?
May and September offer pleasant temperatures (15-22°C), fewer tourists than summer peak, and clear skies for walking the medieval walls. June works too but can get muggy.
Top Attractions in Nürnberg
💡 Go early morning (10am) or late afternoon (3pm) when artisans are actually working, not just displaying items. Avoid noon lunch break.
💡 Stand by the golden ring on the Schöner Brunnen and make a wish—locals do it. The clock on Frauenkirche chimes at noon showing elector figures.
💡 Visit on a Saturday morning for the biggest farmers' market. Grab a Bratwurst from one of the stands—€3.50, cash only.
💡 Avoid lunchtime (12:00-14:00) when it's packed. Best to visit mid-afternoon. Buy a 'Nürnberger Bratwurst' from the stall – 3.50€ and decent. The shops are touristy, but the atmosphere is genuine.
💡 Watch goldsmiths in their tiny workshops. No need to buy; just watching costs nothing. Great for rainy days.
💡 Skip the paid interior; walk the ramparts at sunset for best light. The free 'Sinwell Tower' climb costs 1.50 EUR but worth it.
💡 Buy a Lebkuchen (gingerbread) from the bakery—€2, and it’s locally made, not tourist mass-produced.
💡 Go on Wednesday for free entry. The house has narrow stairs and no lift. The free audio guide is excellent for context. Allow 45 minutes. Combine with the Tiergärtnertorplatz just outside.