🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany
Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
📍 7, Arnulf-Klett-Platz, Stuttgart, 70173
Your stay — Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
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The Property — Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
A grand old railway hotel from 1929, next to Stuttgart’s main station. The lobby soars with original Art Deco chandeliers and marble, but the vibe is business-first: tailored suits, quick check-ins and conference badges. The USP is location: you step off the ICE train and into the lift. It suits travellers who value efficiency and a touch of pre-war glamour over boutique cosiness.
Chronicles of Stuttgart
Stuttgart began as a 10th-century stud farm for the Dukes of Württemberg, its name from Stutengarten (mare garden). The city rebuilt sharply after WWII, leaving a patchwork of post-war modernism and preserved Baroque palaces like the Altes Schloss. It’s the cradle of the automobile: Gottlieb Daimler’s workshop and the Mercedes-Benz factory sit here. Today Stuttgart is a wealthy, green city of engineers and wine slopes, with a cool techno scene under its sober surface.
Best Time to Visit
Full Stuttgart guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm long days for the Weinberge (vineyards) and beer gardens, with lower humidity than July. The city is less crowded than during summer holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak with school holidays and the open-air Jazzopen festival in July. Hotel prices jump 30–50% above shoulder rates. The Cannstatter Volksfest (late September) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer milder weather (10–16°C), fewer tourists and room rates 20% cheaper than peak. October still has the tail of wine season.
Weather & packing
Stuttgart sits in a basin, so summer heat can be stuffy, and sudden thunderstorms roll in from the Black Forest. Pack a lightweight rain shell and a thin jumper for cool evenings.
Live City Briefing — Stuttgart
- The Stuttgart 21 rail project continues: the new underground station at Hauptbahnhof is partially open, but surface-level changes mean check your platform and allow extra 10 minutes for connections.
- The Mercedes-Benz Museum introduced a new temporary exhibition on EV racing, open until late 2026.
- A new pedestrian zone on Königstraße will be fully pedestrianised by summer 2026, making the walk from the hotel to Schlossplatz even easier.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Arnulf-Klett-Platz, a busy street in the heart of Stuttgart, may experience street noise. The higher floors are likely to be farther from the street level and reduce the likelihood of disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevator) as the sound of the lift can be disturbing, especially if you're a light sleeper. Be aware that the hotel has two lifts serving all floors, so it's not a guarantee, but it's worth considering.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (3rd or 4th) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's location is in a urban area, so the views might be partially obstructed by nearby buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd or 4th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise, lift noise (if you're near the elevator), and noise from the historic lounge bar (which has a 5 cm threshold) may be noticeable in some rooms, especially those on lower floors.
Insider tips
Consider purchasing the premium Wi-Fi tier (€8.90 per 24h) for a faster internet connection, especially if you plan on working or streaming during your stay. Take advantage of the hotel's valet parking service (€29 per night) for convenience, or opt for the nearby public car park (Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof) for a more budget-friendly option (€4 per hour or €28 for 24h).
- 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 — Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 100 Mbps) available for €8.90 per 24h. Login via voucher at reception or direct using room number.
Two lifts serving all floors; no stairs-only sections (entire building accessible by lift).
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (2000+ newspapers/magazines) via hotel app; print editions of FAZ, Die Zeit, and Stuttgarter Zeitung delivered upon request. The building is a 1950s landmark with original Art Deco lobby woodwork.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at bell desk (no fee). Late check-out until 14:00 costs €80; after 14:00 charged full night.
Complimentary for arriving and departing guests at bell desk; 24/7 access.
Step-free access from street level to lobby via automatic doors; wheelchair-accessible lift (90 cm door width); one accessible room on ground floor (room 105). Some historic public areas (lounge bar) have a 5 cm threshold.
Valet parking at hotel garage: €29 per night (24h access). Nearest public car park: Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof (Arnulf-Klett-Platz 9), €4 per hour or €28 for 24h. No EV charging on-site; public chargers 200 m away at the Hauptbahnhof south entrance (two Type 2 plugs).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4.00 per person per night (mandatory, includes accommodation and tourism tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full stay prepayment required for non-cancellable rates; for flexible rates, a €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Domkirche St. Eberhard (365 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Schloßkirche (778 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Stiftskirche (798 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Celebrate Life Church (815 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gloria Passage — 304 m · ~4 min walk
Oberer Schlossgarten — 467 m · ~6 min walk
Wechselraum — 189 m · ~2 min walk
Komödie im Marquardt — 348 m · ~4 min walk
Spielplatz Kriegsbergturm — 963 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet — 185 m · ~2 min walk
Bahnhof-Apotheke — 239 m · ~3 min walk
Yorma's — 298 m · ~4 min walk
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (tief) — 165 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs (Sparkasse, Volksbank) for fair rates; avoid airport and train station exchange bureaux.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets.
Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants; no obligation in taxis (round up to nearest euro) or for hotel staff (small change appreciated but not expected).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or kiosk for about €2–3.
A salad or sandwich from a bakery like Backwerk or a German Bäcker, around €4–6.
Pizza or a Döner kebab from a takeaway — main dish around €5–8.
Around Königstraße and Rotebühlplatz you'll find kebab, currywurst, and sandwich stalls; the Marktplatz has occasional food markets.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Penny — all common within walking distance in 70173.
Affordable high-street chains like H&M, C&A, Zara on/around Königstraße; no dedicated market street for budget clothes.
A single VVS ticket for inner zone €2.80; day ticket (24h, 1 person) €7.00; from airport take S-Bahn S2/S3 to Hauptbahnhof (€3.60 single). Cheapest: walk or rent a StadtRAD bike (€1 per 30 min).
Bring a reusable water bottle — tap water is safe and free. Shop at supermarkets like Lidl or Aldi for packed lunches and drinks. Use the Stuttgart Card for free public transport and museum discounts if staying more than a day.
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 Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 185 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Bahnhof-Apotheke — 239 m · ~3 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.
About Stuttgart
Wikipedia ↗
Stuttgart (; German: [ˈʃtʊtɡaʁt] ; Swabian: Schduagert [ˈʃd̥ua̯ɡ̊ɛʕd̥]; Alemannic: Stuttgart; names in other languages) is the capital and largest city of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. It is located on the Neckar river in a fertile valley known as the Stuttgarter Kessel (Stuttgart Cauldron)...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Arnulf-Klett-Platz, a busy street in the heart of Stuttgart, may experience street noise. The higher floors are likely to be farther from the street level and reduce the likelihood of disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevator) as the sound of the lift can be disturbing, especially if you're a light sleeper. Be aware that the hotel has two lifts serving all floors, so it's not a guarantee, but it's worth considering.
Is Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin noisy?
Street noise, lift noise (if you're near the elevator), and noise from the historic lounge bar (which has a 5 cm threshold) may be noticeable in some rooms, especially those on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
Rooms on the higher floors (3rd or 4th) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the hotel's location is in a urban area, so the views might be partially obstructed by nearby buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
Consider purchasing the premium Wi-Fi tier (€8.90 per 24h) for a faster internet connection, especially if you plan on working or streaming during your stay. Take advantage of the hotel's valet parking service (€29 per night) for convenience, or opt for the nearby public car park (Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof) for a more budget-friendly option (€4 per hour or €28 for 24h).
What time is check-in at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
Check-in at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 100 Mbps) available for €8.90 per 24h. Login via voucher at reception or direct using room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
€4.00 per person per night (mandatory, includes accommodation and tourism tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
A salad or sandwich from a bakery like Backwerk or a German Bäcker, around €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin?
A single VVS ticket for inner zone €2.80; day ticket (24h, 1 person) €7.00; from airport take S-Bahn S2/S3 to Hauptbahnhof (€3.60 single). Cheapest: walk or rent a StadtRAD bike (€1 per 30 min).
When is the best time to visit Stuttgart?
May, June and September: warm long days for the Weinberge (vineyards) and beer gardens, with lower humidity than July. The city is less crowded than during summer holidays.
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.