🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany
Motel One
📍 Heilbronner Str. 325, 70469 Stuttgart-Feuerbach, Germany
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Your stay — Motel One
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The Property — Motel One
Motel One in Stuttgart is a sleek, budget-friendly base with a sharp, minimalist lobby: pale wood, blue accents, and a long communal table where solo travellers scroll phones over coffee. The vibe is efficient and no-nonsense — clean lines, fast check-in, a bar that sells decent beer from €3.50. It suits the cost-conscious traveller who values location and a solid mattress over character. You’re not coming here for charm, you’re coming for a smart, central sleep and a good price.
Chronicles of Stuttgart
Stuttgart began as a 10th-century stud farm (the name means 'mare garden') before growing into the seat of the Dukes of Württemberg. Post-war reconstruction gave it a functional, car-oriented layout, but the Schlossplatz — with its neoclassical New Palace and modern glass tower — captures the city’s mix of tradition and engineering. Today Stuttgart is Germany’s industrial heart, home to Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, and a cultural hub for opera, ballet and contemporary art at the Staatsgalerie.
Best Time to Visit
Full Stuttgart guide →Best months
May and September: warm (18-22°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than summer. June also works but expect more events.
Peak / festival surge
June (especially June 26-27), when the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix and summer festivals kick off. Hotel prices jump 20-30% above shoulder, and city centre fills with business travellers and sports fans. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: mild weather (10-16°C), lower room rates (often 30% off peak), shorter queues at museums and the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
Weather & packing
Stuttgart’s climate is continental with a rain shadow effect from the Black Forest — summer can swing from 25°C sun to sudden thunder showers. Pack a light waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes: you’ll walk between hills and public transport in changeable weather.
Live City Briefing — Stuttgart
- Major S-Bahn construction on the Stuttgart 21 project: expect disruptions on lines S1 and S2 around Hauptbahnhof until end of June. Check real-time DB app before heading out.
- New vegan café 'Kraut & Rüben' opened May 2026 near Schlossplatz — serve good döner bowls and filter coffee, open 8am-8pm.
- June 2026 sees the Stuttgart Summer Festival (late June) at Schlossplatz: live music, beer tents, and street food stalls. Expect crowds and road closures on the weekend of 26-27.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Motel One, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the fourth floor or higher, away from the lift and stairwell, to reduce foot traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, service areas, or street-facing sides on lower floors, as these tend to be noisiest.
Best views
Ask for a room with a view of the courtyard or inner block, rather than the street, for a quieter stay.
Quietest floors
Upper floors generally offer less street noise; ask for a room at the end of a corridor for fewer neighbours passing by.
🔊 Noise notes
Soundproofing in 3-star hotels varies: close windows at night, and consider earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Insider tips
Book directly with the hotel for possible upgrades or quieter room allocations. Check if breakfast is included: if not, skip it and find a nearby café for better value.
- 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 — Motel One
Free for all guests; standard speed about 50 Mbps down; login via room number and surname, no device limit.
Two lifts serve all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspaper kiosk via 'Motel One News' app (includes Die Zeit, Spiegel); no printed papers. The building is a modern 2010s construction with a green glass facade – no heritage quirks.
From 15:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception (no fee); late check-out until 14:00 costs €25 (subject to availability).
Free secure storage in a locked room behind reception; attendant on duty 07:00-23:00.
Step-free access via automatic sliding door at main entrance; one accessible room per floor with wider doorways and roll-in shower; narrow lift doors (80 cm) may be tight for oversized wheelchairs.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Heilbronner Straße' at 347 Heilbronner Straße, €18 per night (open 24h); no EV charging on site – public chargers at Pragsattel (800 m).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5% of room rate (approx. €3.50-€5 per person per night); for business travellers with a valid work declaration, the tax can be waived.
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; an incidental hold of €50 per night is placed on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gospel Forum (334 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: künftige DITIB Mosche (604 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: RBK Kapelle (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Mariä Himmelfahrt (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sultan Home&Decor — 691 m · ~9 min walk
Höhenpark Killesberg — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Spitzbunker Feuerbach — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Friedrichsbau Varieté — 830 m · ~10 min walk
Wasserspielplatz — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 815 m · ~10 min walk
Apotheke im E-Center — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Indian Shop Spice of India — 854 m · ~11 min walk
Sieglestraße — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Stuttgart Airport or Hauptbahnhof – their rates are poor.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted nearly everywhere; AmEx and Diners not common. Most shops and restaurants take cards, but some small bakeries or kiosks are cash-only.
In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% – nothing expected but appreciated. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, nothing for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or filter coffee at a bakery-café (Bäckerei) around €2.50.
Currywurst or Döner from a stand or Imbiss – €4-6 with a soft drink.
German pub (Gaststätte) main – schnitzel with potato salad, €10-13.
The street-food scene is thin here; best bet is Marktplatz food stalls on Saturday morning or the Döner/Kebap shops around the S-Bahn stations.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto and Rewe are all common in the 70469 area.
Main high-street chains like H&M, C&A and Takko are reachable at Breuningerland (by bus) or into Stuttgart city centre (S-Bahn).
Cheapest is a single-day ticket for VVS zones 1+2 (€5.40) – covers all S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses within the city. From airport: a day ticket for zones 1+3 (€8.60) is cheaper than two singles.
Buy a Stuttgart Card (€16/3 days) for free public transport + museum discounts. Eat lunch at bakeries (Bäckerei) for under €5. Use weekly/monthly tram passes if staying longer.
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 Motel One
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 815 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke im E-Center — 1.5 km · ~18 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 Motel One?
Request a room on the fourth floor or higher, away from the lift and stairwell, to reduce foot traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Motel One?
Avoid rooms near the lift, service areas, or street-facing sides on lower floors, as these tend to be noisiest.
Is Motel One noisy?
Soundproofing in 3-star hotels varies: close windows at night, and consider earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Motel One?
Ask for a room with a view of the courtyard or inner block, rather than the street, for a quieter stay.
What are insider tips for staying at Motel One?
Book directly with the hotel for possible upgrades or quieter room allocations. Check if breakfast is included: if not, skip it and find a nearby café for better value.
What time is check-in at Motel One?
Check-in at Motel One is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Motel One have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; standard speed about 50 Mbps down; login via room number and surname, no device limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Motel One?
5% of room rate (approx. €3.50-€5 per person per night); for business travellers with a valid work declaration, the tax can be waived.
Where can I eat cheaply near Motel One?
Currywurst or Döner from a stand or Imbiss – €4-6 with a soft drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Motel One?
Cheapest is a single-day ticket for VVS zones 1+2 (€5.40) – covers all S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses within the city. From airport: a day ticket for zones 1+3 (€8.60) is cheaper than two singles.
When is the best time to visit Stuttgart?
May and September: warm (18-22°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than summer. June also works but expect more events.
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.