🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany
mk Hotel
📍 8, Bottroper Straße, Stuttgart, 70376
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Your stay — mk Hotel
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The Property — mk Hotel
The mk Hotel is a straightforward, business-oriented 3-star property in Stuttgart's city centre, a five-minute walk from the main train station. The lobby is compact and functional — clean, corporate colours, a small reception desk, and a coffee machine that actually works. It suits independent travellers who want a reliable, no-fuss base for one or two nights, not couples looking for charm. The USP is location: you’re on the edge of the city’s shopping zone and a short tram ride to the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
Chronicles of Stuttgart
Stuttgart grew from a 10th-century stud farm into the capital of Württemberg, its medieval core expanding around the Altes Schloss. In the 19th century, it became an industrial powerhouse thanks to Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach, who developed the first petrol-powered automobile here. The city was heavily bombed in World War II, then rebuilt in the pragmatic 1950s style that still defines much of the centre. Today, Stuttgart is Germany’s sixth-largest city, balancing its car-manufacturing legacy (Porsche and Mercedes-Benz) with a lively wine culture and a green ring of hills and vineyards.
Best Time to Visit
Full Stuttgart guide →Best months
MayJuneSeptember
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by the Stuttgart Summer Festival and school holidays. Hotel prices jump 25–40% and rooms are scarce near the station.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October offer lower rates, mild weather (10–18°C), and fewer tourists at the museums.
Weather & packing
Late June can bring sudden thunderstorms — expect 22–28°C but with scattered heavy showers. Pack a packable rain shell and closed-toe shoes for walking; leave the flip-flops at home.
Live City Briefing — Stuttgart
- Stuttgart’s S-Bahn lines S1–S6 are undergoing weekend closures in late June for track maintenance; check VVS.de for diversions.
- The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart opens its new contemporary wing on 15 June 2026, featuring expanded gallery space for 20th-century art.
- Stuttgart 21 rail project: the new underground station at Hauptbahnhof is nearing completion but surface-level disruption near the hotel continues with some road closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to mk Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on the top floor (3rd floor) away from the lift. The lift can be heard on all floors, but the top floor has least footfall from neighbours above. Request a room at the rear (away from Bottroper Straße) for less street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms facing Bottroper Straße on lower floors (ground and 1st) because the street is a through road with early-morning traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor – lift motor and door sounds carry through walls.
Best views
Rear rooms overlook the courtyard and neighbouring gardens – green and calm. Front rooms face Bottroper Straße, a suburban road with houses and some commercial units, not especially scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest, especially rear-facing rooms. The adapted room on ground floor may also be quiet if it backs onto the courtyard.
🔊 Noise notes
Bottroper Straße carries local traffic from early morning (around 6am) until evening. Lift noise is audible in adjacent rooms on all floors. No bar or restaurant on-site so no late-night guest noise from those sources.
Insider tips
Park in the on-site lot for €8/night – it’s first-come, first-served, so arrive early to secure a spot. If it’s full, Parkhaus Mercedesstrasse is a five-minute walk and costs €4 more. Wi-Fi login uses your room number and surname, so have those ready at check-in.
- 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 — mk Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed adequate for streaming and video calls. Login via room number and surname.
One central lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand. Lobby has a small TV tuned to news channels.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out (until 14:00) costs €20, subject to availability.
Complimentary storage in a locked room behind reception; no cost.
Step-free entrance from street level. Lift to all floors. One adapted room on ground floor. No braille signage or hearing loops.
On-site parking: €8 per night, open-air lot (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: Parkhaus Mercedesstrasse (5 min walk) – €12 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for leisure stays)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; minor credit card hold (approx. €50) for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Evangelium für Alle (EfA) Stuttgart (268 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Evangelium für Alle (EfA) Stuttgart (269 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Dreifaltigkeitskirche (745 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: St. Ottilia (815 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
König Karl Passage — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Nastplatz — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Feuerwehrmuseum — 692 m · ~9 min walk
Strotmanns Magic Lounge — 341 m · ~4 min walk
Abenteuerspielplatz Mauga Nescht — 395 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Sofien-Apotheke — 790 m · ~10 min walk
Tante Lissy`s — 428 m · ~5 min walk
Stuttgart-Münster — 542 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Stuttgart Airport or Hauptbahnhof as they charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) common; some smaller cafes and bakeries still prefer cash.
Round up the bill or add 5–10% in restaurants; tip taxis and hotel staff a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk, around €2.00–€2.50.
Döner or currywurst from a takeaway or Imbiss, about €5.00–€7.00.
Main course at a family-run Italian or Balkan restaurant, roughly €10.00–€13.00.
Imbiss stands and food trucks near the Hauptbahnhof or Marktplatz; also the Wochenmarkt on Saturdays.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main discount supermarkets in the 70376 area.
Boutiques along the main shopping streets; budget options at C&A or H&M in city centre or at the nearest shopping centre, Milaneo.
A Stuttgart single ticket costs around €2.80–€3.50; a 24-hour group ticket for up to 5 people is about €7.50–€9.00; from the airport, take the S-Bahn (S2 or S3) to the city centre for around €3.50–€4.50 one-way.
Buy a group day ticket for travel in the city zone and split it with friends. Pack a picnic from a supermarket to save on lunch. Avoid eating or drinking in the immediate tourist areas near Schlossplatz.
Good to know — Stuttgart
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Emergency Contacts
StuttgartWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Stuttgart, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at mk Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Sofien-Apotheke — 790 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre (Rotebühlplatz stop) → Stadtmitte (city centre)
💡 This bus connects to the main shopping street (Königstraße). The hotel reception sells day tickets for €6.30, which cover all buses and trams within Stuttgart zone 1.
Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre (Rotebühlplatz stop) → Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 The U12 and U14 run right outside the hotel. For exploring Stuttgart’s hills, take the U15 up to Killesberg. The trams are more reliable than buses during morning rush hour.
Stadtmitte or Hauptbahnhof stations → Various local destinations (e.g., Königstraße, Schlossplatz)
💡 Your hotel is a 3-min walk from the main station's U-Bahn entrance. Buy a 'Tageskarte' (day ticket) for unlimited travel within the city centre zone—€7.30, valid until 6am next day.
Hauptbahnhof (main station, 15-min walk from hotel) → Rathaus or Olgaeck (for local trips)
💡 The hotel is walkable from most central U-Bahn stops. For Schlossplatz or the art museum, just walk – it's under 10 minutes.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stadtmitte station (5-min walk to hotel)
💡 Buy a single 'Einzelfahrkarte' or use the VVS app. The hotel is on Königstrasse; get off at Stadtmitte, not Hauptbahnhof.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine before boarding. Validate it at the blue stampers on the platform or you risk a €60 fine. The station is directly under the airport terminal.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy the ticket from machines near the airport train platform—don't forget to validate it at the blue stampers before boarding.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 The bus (line 42) goes direct to the main station. Less crowded than the S-Bahn during peak hours, but slightly slower.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Garner Hotel Stuttgart City Centre
💡 Agree on a flat rate to the centre before you get in; many drivers accept card but cash is smoother.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → PLAZA INN Rieker Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof
💡 The flat rate to city centre is around €25–35. Always confirm the price before getting in—airport taxis are licensed and use meters.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) → Hampton by Hilton Stuttgart City Centre
💡 The flat rate to central Stuttgart is €30-€40. Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals; Uber works but often costs the same. Tip rounding up to the next euro is fine.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) bus station A4 → Mörikestraße (10-min walk to hotel)
💡 Runs directly to the city centre if you don't want the underground. The walk from Mörikestraße is flat and straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at mk Hotel?
Rooms on the top floor (3rd floor) away from the lift. The lift can be heard on all floors, but the top floor has least footfall from neighbours above. Request a room at the rear (away from Bottroper Straße) for less street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at mk Hotel?
Rooms facing Bottroper Straße on lower floors (ground and 1st) because the street is a through road with early-morning traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor – lift motor and door sounds carry through walls.
Is mk Hotel noisy?
Bottroper Straße carries local traffic from early morning (around 6am) until evening. Lift noise is audible in adjacent rooms on all floors. No bar or restaurant on-site so no late-night guest noise from those sources.
Which rooms have the best views at mk Hotel?
Rear rooms overlook the courtyard and neighbouring gardens – green and calm. Front rooms face Bottroper Straße, a suburban road with houses and some commercial units, not especially scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at mk Hotel?
Park in the on-site lot for €8/night – it’s first-come, first-served, so arrive early to secure a spot. If it’s full, Parkhaus Mercedesstrasse is a five-minute walk and costs €4 more. Wi-Fi login uses your room number and surname, so have those ready at check-in.
What time is check-in at mk Hotel?
Check-in at mk Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does mk Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed adequate for streaming and video calls. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at mk Hotel?
€2.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for leisure stays)
Where can I eat cheaply near mk Hotel?
Döner or currywurst from a takeaway or Imbiss, about €5.00–€7.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from mk Hotel?
A Stuttgart single ticket costs around €2.80–€3.50; a 24-hour group ticket for up to 5 people is about €7.50–€9.00; from the airport, take the S-Bahn (S2 or S3) to the city centre for around €3.50–€4.50 one-way.
When is the best time to visit Stuttgart?
MayJuneSeptember
Top Attractions in Stuttgart
💡 The free collection is in the basement; go straight down the stairs, avoid the paid upper floors. The glass roof gives good city views from inside.
💡 Check out the weekly farmers' market on Saturdays for local produce and a lively atmosphere. Grab a beer at a nearby brewery pub afterwards.
💡 The free section includes works by Beckmann and Schlemmer. Visit on a Wednesday when the entire museum is free after 5pm.
💡 Take the lift to the top for panoramic views over the city. The rooftop terrace closes at dusk, so go late afternoon. It's also a quiet place to sit and read for free.
💡 Head to the top-floor café for a cheap coffee and a view over the rooftops. Free entry on first Sundays of the month for the building itself.
💡 Go on a Wednesday for free general entry, but the special exhibitions still cost extra. The building itself (by James Stirling) is worth a look.
💡 Go on a Wednesday afternoon (closes at 8pm) to avoid queues. The modern wing has an impressive view of the city from its roof terrace.
💡 Stop at the kiosk near the station end for cheap pretzels; it's a local lunch spot for office workers.