Your stay — Reichenhaller Hof
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The Property — Reichenhaller Hof
The Reichenhaller Hof, a traditional 3-star hotel, exudes a warm, family-run atmosphere, with wooden accents and a rustic charm that echoes Nürnberg's medieval heritage. The lobby's comfortable seating area invites relaxation, and the staff's friendly service makes you feel part of the local community. This hotel suits travellers seeking a no-frills, authentic experience in the heart of the old town, within walking distance to iconic landmarks. The Reichenhaller Hof's simple, yet well-appointed rooms provide a restful retreat after a day of exploring.
Chronicles of Nürnberg
Nürnberg, founded in the 11th century as a medieval free imperial city, boasts a rich history reflected in its architectural styles. The city's old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features a mix of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings, including the imposing St Lorenz Church and the imposing Kaiserburg castle. Nürnberg's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its traditional festivals, such as Christkindlmarkt, and its reputation as a centre for science, technology, and innovation. The city's strategic location at the intersection of trade routes has shaped its history and influenced its cultural development. Today, Nürnberg is a thriving city with a strong sense of community and a unique blend of tradition and modernity.
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, making it an excellent time to explore the city's cultural attractions and enjoy its outdoor spaces.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak tourist month in Nürnberg, driven by the Nürnberger Folk Festival, which attracts large crowds and pushes hotel prices up. Expect higher rates and larger queues at popular attractions.
Budget shoulder season
April and May offer a great combination of mild weather (10-18°C) and lower prices, making them perfect for budget-conscious travellers. Fewer tourists and lower prices make these months ideal for exploring the city's hidden gems.
Weather & packing
Nürnberg's climate is known for its rapid temperature changes, so pack layers for your visit, and don't forget an umbrella, as sudden rain showers are common during the summer months.
Live City Briefing — Nürnberg
- The new tram line 8 has been extended to the city centre, providing easier access to the airport and surrounding areas.
- The historic Hauptmarkt, a bustling square in the heart of the old town, has undergone renovations and now features improved pedestrian areas and enhanced street lighting.
- The Nürnberg Zoo has introduced a new exhibit featuring giant pandas, which has become a major attraction for families and animal enthusiasts.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Reichenhaller Hof, 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) for reduced noise from Ottostraße, a moderately busy street. The hotel's elevator only goes up to the 4th floor, so be prepared for stairs if you're on the upper floors.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the service entrance (likely on lower floors) may experience noise from deliveries and staff activity.
Best views
If you can get a room on the 4th floor, you'll have a view of the surrounding buildings and a glimpse of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on Ottostraße means you may hear some traffic noise, but it's not excessive. Be prepared for some street noise, especially during rush hour.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Hauptbahnhof (main train station) and the historic city center by walking or taking a short tram ride. If you're planning to visit the nearby Kunsthalle Nürnberg (art museum), consider purchasing a combined ticket that grants access to the museum and other nearby attractions.
- 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 — Reichenhaller Hof
free (up to 500 MB), then €5 for 1 GB; login via room TV or mobile app
serves all floors, but some historic sections have stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on room TVs
15:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available; late check-out until 12:00 (€20 fee)
available for a fee (€5 per item, per day)
step-free access; wheelchair entries available at main entrance and rear entrance; some rooms have adapted bathrooms
on-site parking available (€15 per night); nearest public car park (Parkhaus am Hauptbahnhof) 5-minute walk away (€2.50 per hour); no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Jakob (423 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Elisabeth (472 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Klara (536 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St. Lorenz (576 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kleiner Klosterhof — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Feuerwehrmuseum — 356 m · ~4 min walk
Kulturscheune — 295 m · ~4 min walk
Spielplatz Verkehrsmuseum — 539 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse Nürnberg SB-Geschäftsstelle Färberstraße — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Einhorn-Apotheke — 312 m · ~4 min walk
Fenster zur Welt — 403 m · ~5 min walk
Opernhaus — 231 m · ~3 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 Reichenhaller Hof
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse Nürnberg SB-Geschäftsstelle Färberstraße — 155 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Einhorn-Apotheke — 312 m · ~4 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 Reichenhaller Hof?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) for reduced noise from Ottostraße, a moderately busy street. The hotel's elevator only goes up to the 4th floor, so be prepared for stairs if you're on the upper floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Reichenhaller Hof?
Rooms near the service entrance (likely on lower floors) may experience noise from deliveries and staff activity.
Is Reichenhaller Hof noisy?
The hotel's location on Ottostraße means you may hear some traffic noise, but it's not excessive. Be prepared for some street noise, especially during rush hour.
Which rooms have the best views at Reichenhaller Hof?
If you can get a room on the 4th floor, you'll have a view of the surrounding buildings and a glimpse of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Reichenhaller Hof?
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Hauptbahnhof (main train station) and the historic city center by walking or taking a short tram ride. If you're planning to visit the nearby Kunsthalle Nürnberg (art museum), consider purchasing a combined ticket that grants access to the museum and other nearby attractions.
What time is check-in at Reichenhaller Hof?
Check-in at Reichenhaller Hof is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Reichenhaller Hof have Wi-Fi?
free (up to 500 MB), then €5 for 1 GB; login via room TV or mobile app
Is there a city or tourist tax at Reichenhaller Hof?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Reichenhaller Hof?
A döner kebab or currywurst with chips from a takeaway stall is about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Reichenhaller Hof?
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, making it an excellent time to explore the city's cultural attractions and enjoy its outdoor spaces.
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.