🇩🇪 Nürnberg, Germany
Melter
📍 41, Königstraße, Nürnberg, 90402
Your stay — Melter
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The Property — Melter
The Melter is a no-frills, 3-star hotel in Nürnberg's city centre, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Its modern aesthetic is tempered by the exposed brickwork and wooden beams of its historic building. This is a solid choice for budget-conscious travellers who want a convenient base for exploring Nürnberg's rich history and cultural attractions. The lobby's quirky decor, featuring local artwork and eclectic furnishings, sets the tone for a laid-back stay.
Chronicles of Nürnberg
Nürnberg has a rich history dating back to the 11th century, when it was an important centre of trade and commerce. The city's medieval fortifications and half-timbered houses give way to modern architecture, including the iconic Hauptmarkt, a bustling square that's home to the famous Bratwursthaus. Nürnberg's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its history, with many museums and landmarks dedicated to the Nuremberg Trials and the city's role in World War II. The city has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, with a focus on sustainability and community-led initiatives. Today, Nürnberg is a thriving cultural hub, with a vibrant arts scene and a lively atmosphere.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nürnberg guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Nürnberg, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The city's famous Christkindlmarkt is in full swing in December, but June and September offer a more relaxed atmosphere and lower prices.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak tourist month, with the city hosting the Nürnberg Jazz Festival and the Schützenfest, a medieval-themed festival that draws large crowds. Hotel prices increase significantly during this period, and it's essential to book well in advance to secure a room. The city's narrow streets can get congested, but the atmosphere is lively and electric.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are great shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers. The weather is mild, with temperatures ranging from 10-18°C, and the crowds are smaller than in the summer months. You can expect to find discounts on hotel rooms and flights, making it an excellent time to visit.
Weather & packing
Nürnberg's climate is known for its sudden rain showers, so it's essential to pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella. Be prepared for temperatures to fluctuate significantly between day and night, even in the summer months, so pack layers for your stay.
Live City Briefing — Nürnberg
- The new U-Bahn line U3 has been extended to Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof, making it easier to get around the city. The Hauptmarkt has undergone renovation work, with new stalls and restaurants opening in the area. The nearby Nuremberg Castle has introduced a new guided tour, which includes access to the castle's previously restricted areas.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Melter, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a quieter stay, request rooms on higher floors (above 3rd) at Melter, as the hotel's Königstraße address puts you near the city center and potential street noise. The hotel has 5 floors, with a lift connecting them. Avoid rooms on the lower floors or near the lift, as you'll hear the elevator's frequent operation and potentially more street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift or on lower floors (1-3) might be noisier due to the hotel's central location and frequent elevator usage.
Best views
From rooms on higher floors, you can enjoy views of the surrounding cityscape, including the rooftops of nearby buildings and possibly glimpses of the nearby Marienplatz.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-5 are likely the quietest, as they are higher up and farther from the street and lift noise.
🔊 Noise notes
As Königstraße is a main street in Nürnberg, expect some street noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the city center means you'll be within walking distance to many attractions.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a larger window to minimize the impact of street noise. If you're arriving by car, note that parking options might be limited in the area; consider exploring nearby parking garages or public transportation options.
- 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 — Melter
free for up to 5 devices; 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
all floors served, except historic wing stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via hotel app
14:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 9:00 AM; late check-out until 13:00, €20/hour thereafter
available at the hotel's luggage room; €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, accessible rooms available, historic building limitations on some rooms
limited on-site parking, €25 per night; nearest public car park at Königstraße 33, €18 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Lorenz (134 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St. Martha (414 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Frauenkirche (536 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St. Sebald (720 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kleiner Klosterhof — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Bibelmuseum Bayern — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Katharinensaal — 404 m · ~5 min walk
Insel Schütt — 656 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Commerzbank — 89 m · ~1 min walk
City-Apotheke — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Lorenzer Laden — 169 m · ~2 min walk
Lorenzkirche — 85 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport or main train station as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard are almost universally accepted in shops, restaurants, and public transport; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) works everywhere cards do. Cash is still preferred for small purchases and at some market stalls.
Round up the bill or tip 5–10% in restaurants for good service; taxi drivers expect rounding up to the next euro; hotel porters get €1–2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee or espresso at a café costs around €2.50–3.00.
A döner kebab or currywurst with chips from a takeaway stall is about €5–7.
An affordable main course at a simple Italian or Bavarian restaurant runs €10–14.
The Hauptmarkt and the area around the Sebalduskirche have several stalls selling bratwurst, döner, and Asian noodle boxes.
Discount supermarkets like Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common everywhere in 90402.
The pedestrian zone (Königstraße, Karolinenstraße) has high-street chains like H&M, C&A, and Primark for affordable basics.
A single VGN ticket within the city is about €3.60, but a day pass for €8.30 (one person) or €13.50 (group up to 6) offers unlimited buses, trams, and U-Bahn. From the airport, take the U-Bahn line U2 directly into the city (single ticket ~€4.60).
Buy a day pass if you plan more than two trips by public transport. Eat lunch at a bakery (e.g., a belegtes Brötchen for €3–4) rather than a sit-down restaurant. Skip the tourist-card; walk the old town yourself.
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 Melter
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commerzbank — 89 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · City-Apotheke — 112 m · ~1 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 Melter?
For a quieter stay, request rooms on higher floors (above 3rd) at Melter, as the hotel's Königstraße address puts you near the city center and potential street noise. The hotel has 5 floors, with a lift connecting them. Avoid rooms on the lower floors or near the lift, as you'll hear the elevator's frequent operation and potentially more street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Melter?
Rooms near the lift or on lower floors (1-3) might be noisier due to the hotel's central location and frequent elevator usage.
Is Melter noisy?
As Königstraße is a main street in Nürnberg, expect some street noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the city center means you'll be within walking distance to many attractions.
Which rooms have the best views at Melter?
From rooms on higher floors, you can enjoy views of the surrounding cityscape, including the rooftops of nearby buildings and possibly glimpses of the nearby Marienplatz.
What are insider tips for staying at Melter?
Consider requesting a room with a larger window to minimize the impact of street noise. If you're arriving by car, note that parking options might be limited in the area; consider exploring nearby parking garages or public transportation options.
What time is check-in at Melter?
Check-in at Melter is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Melter have Wi-Fi?
free for up to 5 devices; 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Melter?
€5.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Melter?
A döner kebab or currywurst with chips from a takeaway stall is about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Melter?
A single VGN ticket within the city is about €3.60, but a day pass for €8.30 (one person) or €13.50 (group up to 6) offers unlimited buses, trams, and U-Bahn. From the airport, take the U-Bahn line U2 directly into the city (single ticket ~€4.60).
When is the best time to visit Nürnberg?
June and September are ideal months to visit Nürnberg, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The city's famous Christkindlmarkt is in full swing in December, but June and September offer a more relaxed atmosphere and lower prices.
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.