Your stay — Römerhof
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The Property — Römerhof
The Römerhof is a compact, family-run 3-star in Stuttgart-West, a 15-minute tram ride from the Hauptbahnhof. Its lobby feels like a cosy, wood-panelled living room with a small bar and a shelf of board games — no fuss, no pretence. It suits budget-conscious travellers or business visitors who want clean, quiet rooms and a solid breakfast without paying for a spa or a concierge. The USP is the rooftop terrace with views over the city’s hills and vineyards, where you can drink a beer after exploring the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
Chronicles of Stuttgart
Stuttgart began as a 10th-century stud farm (Stutengarten), but rapidly industrialised in the 19th century as a centre for cars and precision engineering. The city was heavily bombed in WWII and rebuilt with a mix of functional 1950s blocks and a few reconstructed historical buildings around the Schlossplatz. Today it’s Germany’s greenest large city, with vineyards climbing into the urban centre and a cultural identity that balances Swabian thrift, high-tech industry (Porsche, Mercedes, Bosch) and a lively arts scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Stuttgart guide →Best months
MayJuneSeptember
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month, driven by the Stuttgart Summer Festival and warm weather. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% above shoulder rates, and the city fills with tourists and business travellers. Book well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are ideal shoulder months: mild temperatures (10–18°C), fewer visitors, and hotel rates often drop 20–30%. You’ll still get sunny days but fewer crowds at museums and restaurants.
Weather & packing
Stuttgart’s climate is temperate but prone to sudden summer thunderstorms, especially in July. Pack a light waterproof jacket and always carry a small umbrella, even if the morning is clear.
Live City Briefing — Stuttgart
- The U-Bahn Stadtbahn line U1 is partially closed for track replacement until late July; use bus shuttles between 'Feuersee' and 'Römerhof' stops.
- New pedestrian zone on Königstrasse opened in May 2026, expanding outdoor seating for cafes — expect more foot traffic.
- Weindorf Stuttgart returns to the Schlossplatz from July 1–10, a wine festival with local vintners and live music, drawing big evening crowds.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Römerhof, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy. The rear side overlooks the quiet residential area behind the hotel.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the front of the building, as they are closest to Robert-Leicht-Straße traffic and the pavement. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor—the lift mechanism is audible in adjoining rooms.
Best views
Best view is from a room on floors 4 or 5 facing southeast—over the rooftops towards the Stuttgart city centre. You see the Fernsehturm in the distance and the green hills. Avoid rooms facing Robert-Leicht-Straße directly: the view is just a busy road and a block of flats opposite.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are the quietest. Above 5, the roof might have some HVAC hum; below 3, street noise from Robert-Leicht-Straße is more noticeable.
🔊 Noise notes
Robert-Leicht-Straße is a main road with bus stops on both sides, so morning and late-afternoon traffic is heavy. The hotel’s 3-star rating suggests basic double glazing, so front-facing rooms let in road rumble. There’s no bar or nightclub in the building, but the breakfast room is on the ground floor and gets busy from 7am – noise travels up the stairwell.
Insider tips
Parking is on the street or in a public car park a 3-minute walk away (ask reception for a resident permit). If driving, avoid parking directly outside the hotel after 8pm – it’s often full of locals dining at the bar next door. Check-in is quick, but the lift is old and slow. If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 or 3 so you can use the stairs easily. The top floor (5) is quieter but you’ll wait for the lift.
- 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 — Römerhof
Free Wi‑Fi throughout hotel; typical speed 30–50 Mbps down; a simple SSID/password login (no captive portal) – reliable for streaming and video calls.
One small lift serves all three floors (ground, first, second); no stairs‑only sections. The lift cabin fits two guests with suitcases.
Complimentary digital PressReader access (offered by a card at reception) with about 5,000 newspapers and magazines; no physical papers. The building is a modernised 1970s structure with no heritage quirks.
Check‑in 15:00–22:00 (late arrivals must call ahead; key left in safe box after 22:00); early bag‑drop available from 10:00 on day of arrival at no charge; check‑out by 11:00; late check‑out (until 14:00) costs €30, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage offered on day of arrival/departure in a locked ground‑floor room; no charge.
Step‑free entry from street via a ramp at the side door (ring bell for staff); one adapted room on the ground floor (shower seat, grab rails); lift has enough room for a wheelchair. No hearing‑loop or Braille signage.
On‑site parking: 12 spaces behind the hotel, first‑come first‑served, €12 per night (no EV charging). Nearest public car park: Parkhaus City of Stuttgart (P5), 300m walk on Robert‑Leicht‑Straße – €18 for 24 hours. No valet.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.00 per person per night (city tax; 3-star rate; mandatory for private bookings – exempt if travelling on business and can provide proof)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; at check-in, a €100 incidental hold is placed on a credit or debit card (released at checkout pending no extras).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Leichenhaus/Trauerhalle (435 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Gemeindezentrum Pauluskirche (799 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Stadtkirche (943 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SchwabenGalerie — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Campuspark — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Computermuseum der Informatik — 874 m · ~11 min walk
Spielplatz In der Schranne — 312 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Bärenapotheke — 902 m · ~11 min walk
REWE To Go — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Stuttgart Universität — 938 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Geldautomat) for best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Stuttgart Airport or main train station—they charge high fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; American Express less common; cash still needed at many bakeries, small kiosks, and for some taxis.
Round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants; tip taxi drivers by rounding up to the next euro; hotel housekeeping not expected but €1–2 per night is nice.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filterkaffee (drip coffee) at a bakery or café costs around €2.50–3.00; standing at the counter is cheaper than table service.
A daily menu (Mittagstisch) at a local Kneipe or Imbiss runs €8–11; often includes soup or salad and a main.
A main course at a neighbourhood restaurant (like a Schnitzel or pasta) costs €12–18; less at a Döner or pizza place.
Döner kebabs, Currywurst with fries, and Turkish pizza (Lahmacun) from takeaway stands; look around the Rotebühlplatz area or near the S-Bahn station Feuersee.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are discount supermarkets; Rewe and Edeka are slightly pricier but also common. All have own-brand basics.
C&A and H&M at the city centre; for budget market stalls, check the weekly markets (like at Karlsplatz) for scarves, bags, or second-hand basics.
A single ticket (Einzelfahrschein) for inner zone is €3.10; day ticket (Tageskarte) for one person is €7.70 and covers unlimited bus, U-Bahn, S-Bahn until 3am next morning. From Stuttgart Airport, take S2 or S3 to Hauptbahnhof (€3.10 single, or your day ticket if you buy it at the airport).
Buy a Stuttgart CityTourCard for unlimited travel and museum discounts; fill a reusable water bottle from tap water (perfectly safe); eat Mittagstisch (lunch specials) instead of dinner for better value.
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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 Römerhof
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 395 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Bärenapotheke — 902 m · ~11 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 Römerhof?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy. The rear side overlooks the quiet residential area behind the hotel.
Which rooms should I avoid at Römerhof?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the front of the building, as they are closest to Robert-Leicht-Straße traffic and the pavement. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor—the lift mechanism is audible in adjoining rooms.
Is Römerhof noisy?
Robert-Leicht-Straße is a main road with bus stops on both sides, so morning and late-afternoon traffic is heavy. The hotel’s 3-star rating suggests basic double glazing, so front-facing rooms let in road rumble. There’s no bar or nightclub in the building, but the breakfast room is on the ground floor and gets busy from 7am – noise travels up the stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Römerhof?
Best view is from a room on floors 4 or 5 facing southeast—over the rooftops towards the Stuttgart city centre. You see the Fernsehturm in the distance and the green hills. Avoid rooms facing Robert-Leicht-Straße directly: the view is just a busy road and a block of flats opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at Römerhof?
Parking is on the street or in a public car park a 3-minute walk away (ask reception for a resident permit). If driving, avoid parking directly outside the hotel after 8pm – it’s often full of locals dining at the bar next door. Check-in is quick, but the lift is old and slow. If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 or 3 so you can use the stairs easily. The top floor (5) is quieter but you’ll wait for the lift.
What time is check-in at Römerhof?
Check-in at Römerhof is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Römerhof have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi‑Fi throughout hotel; typical speed 30–50 Mbps down; a simple SSID/password login (no captive portal) – reliable for streaming and video calls.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Römerhof?
€5.00 per person per night (city tax; 3-star rate; mandatory for private bookings – exempt if travelling on business and can provide proof)
Where can I eat cheaply near Römerhof?
A daily menu (Mittagstisch) at a local Kneipe or Imbiss runs €8–11; often includes soup or salad and a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Römerhof?
A single ticket (Einzelfahrschein) for inner zone is €3.10; day ticket (Tageskarte) for one person is €7.70 and covers unlimited bus, U-Bahn, S-Bahn until 3am next morning. From Stuttgart Airport, take S2 or S3 to Hauptbahnhof (€3.10 single, or your day ticket if you buy it at the airport).
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.