Your stay — Zum Storch
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The Property — Zum Storch
Zum Storch is a no-nonsense 3-star hotel in Siegen’s old town, with a tiled lobby that smells of coffee and floor polish. The rooms are clean and compact, the breakfast buffet solid, and the staff briskly efficient. It suits business travellers and practical tourists who want a reliable base, not frills. Standing in the lobby you hear the creak of the old staircase and the hum of conversation from the bar—modest, honest, German.
Chronicles of Siegen
Siegen was founded around a 12th-century hilltop castle, the Oberes Schloss, and grew wealthy from iron ore mining. Its old town, once a tangle of half-timbered houses, was heavily rebuilt after WWII but retains a distinct, steep layout. The city is the birthplace of Peter Paul Rubens, and the Siegerlandmuseum in the castle holds his works. Today, Siegen is the administrative hub of the Siegen-Wittgenstein district, with a Siemens technical university giving it a young, pragmatic edge. The Krönchen, a golden crown on the Nikolaikirche spire, remains the city’s emblem.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siegen guide →Best months
June and September: warm days (20–25°C), low rainfall, and the city less crowded than in July–August holiday season.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: school holidays and summer festivals (Siegen Summer Night in late July, open-air concerts). Hotel prices can rise 15–25%. Expect full occupancy on weekends.
Budget shoulder season
May and early October: mild weather (15–20°C), lower hotel rates, fewer tourists, autumn foliage in the surrounding Rothaar mountains.
Weather & packing
Siegen sits in a valley with higher-than-average rainfall for Germany, even in summer. Pack a light waterproof jacket and an extra layer for cool evenings – the city’s elevation means sudden temperature drops after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Siegen
- Siegen’s city centre pedestrian zone has been partly closed for re-paving since March 2025; expect diversions on the Hindenburgplatz approach until September 2026.
- The Siegerlandhalle exhibition centre is undergoing a major renovation, shifting some summer trade fairs to the Siegerlandhalle-Nord temporary hall.
- From June 2026, the Siegen Hauptbahnhof will have reduced bus services on Sundays due to driver shortages – check local timetables for connections to the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zum Storch, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor, specifically the adapted room with a roll-in shower, as it's likely to be the quietest and most accessible
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) as you'll have to rely on the single lift, which may cause delays and be noisy during peak hours
Best views
No specific view options mentioned, but rooms on the ground floor may have a view of the surrounding streets
Quietest floors
Ground floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise may be a concern due to the hotel's location on Eiserfelder Straße, which is a relatively busy road
Insider tips
Arrive early to secure a parking spot in the on-site garage, as it's first-come-first-served Be prepared for a short walk to the public car park 'Parkhaus Sieg' if the on-site garage is full, and consider the hourly rate of €1.50 compared to the €10 nightly fee
- 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 — Zum Storch
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps down, no login – just select network and accept terms.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspaper via tablet at breakfast (Westfalenpost, Siegener Zeitung); no print papers. Building is a modern rebuild on a medieval site – no heritage quirks inside.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 08:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 €15 until 14:00.
Free storage behind reception desk during your stay; no charge.
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; one adapted room on ground floor with roll-in shower. Some corridor widths are 80 cm.
On-site garage €10/night, 12 spaces, first-come-first-served. Public car park 'Parkhaus Sieg' 150 metres away, €1.50/hour or €9/overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax €3.50 per person per night, waived for business travellers on proof of work trip.
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit for standard bookings; a €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Liborius (139 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Evangelische Kirche Niederschelden (444 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Matthias (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Evangelische Kirche Gosenbach (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 247 m · ~3 min walk
Glückauf-Apotheke — 181 m · ~2 min walk
Pinoyfood — 134 m · ~2 min walk
Niederschelden Nord — 110 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Sparkasse, Deutsche Bank) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist offices — they charge steep fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard contactless widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and transport; some small bakeries or market stalls still prefer cash (€20 notes max).
Round up in restaurants (e.g., €13.50 → €15); taxi drivers get 5-10%; hotel housekeeping around €1-2 per night — tips are appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing coffee at a bakery counter — €1.50–2.00 for a filter coffee or espresso.
A bread roll with sausage or cheese from a bakery — €3.50–5.00.
Main course at a traditional Gasthaus — e.g., schnitzel with fries — around €10–14.
Siegen's city market (Hübbelbummler area) on Saturday mornings has cheap bratwurst and crepes; otherwise look for Döner kebab shops near the train station.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main budget supermarkets in Siegen.
C&A and H&M in the Sieg-Center; second-hand shops (e.g., Caritas) near the city centre offer cheap basics.
Day ticket for bus/tram within Siegen city zone — €5.20 (adult). From Cologne/Bonn airport take the FlixBus to Siegen main station (€12–18 one-way); avoid taxis.
Buy a 'MeinTicket' if staying over 3 days for unlimited local travel. Eat lunch at a bakery or market stand instead of a sit-down restaurant. Fill a reusable bottle at public fountains in the city centre.
Good to know — Siegen
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Siegen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Zum Storch
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 247 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Glückauf-Apotheke — 181 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Frankfurt Airport (FRA) bus station (Terminal 1) → Siegen ZOB (central bus station)
💡 Book online at least a day ahead for €10 seats. Gets you to ZOB, then it's a 10-minute uphill walk to the hotel – or take bus C111 one stop.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Zum Alten Bahnhof hotel
💡 Book through Taxi Siegen for a fixed price, not meter. Avoid peak hours (6-9am, 4-7pm) when traffic on A3 can add 30 minutes.
Siegen Hbf → Zum Alten Bahnhof hotel (Haltestelle Bahnhofstraße)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver (exact change or card). Line R27 or C111 – both drop outside the hotel. After 23:30, it's a 15-minute walk uphill.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) long-distance station → Siegen Hbf
💡 Cheaper with a Quer-durchs-Land ticket if you're making multiple trips that day (€44 for one person). From Siegen Hbf, take bus R27 or walk 15 minutes to the hotel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Zum Storch?
Request a room on the ground floor, specifically the adapted room with a roll-in shower, as it's likely to be the quietest and most accessible
Which rooms should I avoid at Zum Storch?
Avoid rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) as you'll have to rely on the single lift, which may cause delays and be noisy during peak hours
Is Zum Storch noisy?
Street noise may be a concern due to the hotel's location on Eiserfelder Straße, which is a relatively busy road
Which rooms have the best views at Zum Storch?
No specific view options mentioned, but rooms on the ground floor may have a view of the surrounding streets
What are insider tips for staying at Zum Storch?
Arrive early to secure a parking spot in the on-site garage, as it's first-come-first-served Be prepared for a short walk to the public car park 'Parkhaus Sieg' if the on-site garage is full, and consider the hourly rate of €1.50 compared to the €10 nightly fee
What time is check-in at Zum Storch?
Check-in at Zum Storch is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zum Storch have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps down, no login – just select network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zum Storch?
City tax €3.50 per person per night, waived for business travellers on proof of work trip.
Where can I eat cheaply near Zum Storch?
A bread roll with sausage or cheese from a bakery — €3.50–5.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zum Storch?
Day ticket for bus/tram within Siegen city zone — €5.20 (adult). From Cologne/Bonn airport take the FlixBus to Siegen main station (€12–18 one-way); avoid taxis.
When is the best time to visit Siegen?
June and September: warm days (20–25°C), low rainfall, and the city less crowded than in July–August holiday season.
Top Attractions in Siegen
💡 The Wednesday and Saturday morning market (until 1pm) has local cheese and cured meats. Grab a Bretzel from the bakery on the corner.
💡 Look for the carved choir stalls from 1480. Quietest before 11am.
💡 Walk up through the old town via the Treppenstraße steps for a gradual climb and cobbled streets.
💡 Best in late spring for rhododendrons. Take the bus (line C101) to Forsthaus stop to avoid the steep climb.
💡 Entry is free on the first Sunday of each month. Allow 1–2 hours.