🇩🇪 Ulm, Germany
Hotel Restaurant Löwen
📍 41, Klosterhof, Ulm, 89077
Your stay — Hotel Restaurant Löwen
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The Property — Hotel Restaurant Löwen
A straightforward three-star on a main road south of Ulm’s centre. The lobby is clean and functional, with dark wood furniture and a helpful front desk that hands out bus timetables without being asked. The real draw is the attached restaurant, which packs in locals for schnitzel and Swabian Maultaschen. Best for a traveller who values a solid meal and easy parking over character, and who doesn’t mind a fifteen-minute walk to the Münster.
Chronicles of Ulm
Ulm was first recorded in 854 and grew wealthy as a free imperial city on the Danube, its merchants trading cloth and wine across Europe. The Münster's steeple, finished only in 1890, is still the tallest church spire in the world. Heavily bombed in 1945, the city rebuilt its medieval core with restraint, blending reconstructed gabled houses with post-war concrete. Today it’s a quiet university town and a hub for science (Einstein was born here), with a modest but serious arts scene and a slow, canal-laced riverside that feels more like a large village than a city of 125,000.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ulm guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm but not oppressive, crowds thin until the school holidays hit in late July. The Danube paths and beer gardens are in full swing without the August crush.
Peak / festival surge
July through August, plus the second weekend in July (Schwörmontag, a civic festival with fireworks and a raft parade). Hotel prices can double; the Löwen fills up with budget-conscious families and conference-goers. Book by March if you can.
Budget shoulder season
April and October. April is cool but sunny, with fewer tourists and lower rates. October offers golden leaves on the Danube and the tail end of wine season, plus significant room discounts – often 20-30% below peak.
Weather & packing
July in Ulm is usually warm (22–26°C) but thunderstorms can roll in from the Alps in the late afternoon. Pack a light rain jacket and a sweater – evenings by the Danube can turn cool even in high summer.
Live City Briefing — Ulm
- The Ulm tram line 2 extension to Science Park II is now fully operational, cutting travel time from the Hauptbahnhof to the university’s southern edge to 12 minutes; the Löwen is a 5-minute walk from the ‘Böfingen’ stop.
- From July 2025, the city has introduced low-emission zone restrictions for diesel cars (Euro 4 and below), but the Löwen’s neighbourhood is exempt and offers free on-site parking – a genuine perk for drivers.
- The Münster’s renovation scaffolding on the west façade is scheduled to come down in early June 2026, so visitors during your stay will see the spire fully uncovered for the first time in three years.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Restaurant Löwen, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd floor) at the rear of the building, facing away from Klosterhof street. These rooms are quieter and offer better views of the courtyard or rooftops, minimising road noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those at the front overlooking Klosterhof street. Traffic noise from the narrow street can be audible, especially during morning and evening hours. Rooms near the restaurant or kitchen on the ground floor may also pick up kitchen clatter and odours.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors likely overlook the Klosterhof courtyard or neighbouring buildings with a calm, local Ulm roofscape. Front-facing rooms give a view of the street and possibly the church spire, but with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are the quietest, away from street-level noise and foot traffic in the lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Klosterhof is a one-way side street near the railway and main roads. Occasional delivery vehicles for the hotel and nearby businesses can be heard in the morning (around 6–8am). The on-site restaurant may generate chatter and kitchen noise until 10pm on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Check-in staff can often advise on available rear-facing rooms on the day; call ahead if you have a preference. 2. The hotel offers on-site parking (likely limited); reserve a spot in advance to avoid street parking meters on Klosterhof.
- 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 — Hotel Restaurant Löwen
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed approx. 30 Mbps. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
Small lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only historic sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader (50+ newspapers) via tablet at breakfast. No physical papers. Building is a converted 19th-century brewery.
Check-in 14:00–22:00 (weekdays), 14:00–20:00 (Sundays). Early bag drop after 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €25.
Free baggage storage available in locked room behind reception. Hours 08:00–20:00.
Step-free access via side ramp. Lift width 80 cm, door width 75 cm – may not fit large wheelchair. No adapted rooms.
On-site car park: €12/night (2 spaces, book ahead). Nearest public car park 'Parkhaus Am Rathaus', 5-min walk: €8/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax €2.50 per person per night, payable at check-in. Exempt for business travellers with proof.
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings. A €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Mariä Himmelfahrt (178 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St.-Leonhard-Kapelle (337 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Marienkapelle (338 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Islamische Gemeinschaft der Bosniaken (630 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Blautal-Center — 789 m · ~10 min walk
Blauinsel — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Museum in der Klostermühle — 91 m · ~1 min walk
KCC Restaurant-Theater — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Trampopolis — 471 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparda-Bank Baden-Württemberg — 135 m · ~2 min walk
Klosterhof-Apotheke — 137 m · ~2 min walk
Erdapfel Naturkost — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Ulm-Söflingen — 940 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and train stations which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common; Amex less so.
Rounding up the bill is standard — 5-10% in restaurants, a euro or two for taxis, and small change for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk; around €2-2.50.
Döner kebab or a slice of pizza with drink; €6-8.
A main at a neighbourhood Gasthaus or Italian trattoria; €10-14.
The pedestrian zones around the Münsterplatz and along Hirschstrasse have kebab, currywurst and pizza stands.
Aldi, Lidl and Netto are the main discount supermarkets in the area.
High-street chains on Hirschstrasse and in the Blautal-Center shopping centre.
A single day pass for the SWU buses and trams is €4.70; from the airport, a regional train from Stuttgart or Friedrichshafen costs around €12-20.
Buy groceries at Aldi or Lidl instead of eating out; get a day pass for local transport if making more than two trips; carry a reusable water bottle and fill from tap water (safe to drink).
Good to know — Ulm
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Emergency Contacts
UlmIn Germany, 112 is the unified number for fire and ambulance across Europe. 110 is for police. For non-urgent medical help in Ulm, call the medical on-call service (116117).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ulm, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Restaurant Löwen
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparda-Bank Baden-Württemberg — 135 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Klosterhof-Apotheke — 137 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Stuttgart Airport arrivals → Geschwister-Scholl-Jugendherberge Ulm
💡 Use taxi apps like Freenow or Bolt for a fixed price; book ahead for late-night arrivals. Cash is common, but card accepted. The hostel is 5 minutes from the A8 motorway.
Ulm Hauptbahnhof (station front) → Geschwister-Scholl-Jugendherberge (stop: Kuhberg/Schwimmhalle)
💡 From the main station, take tram line 2 towards 'Böfingen' or 'Wagnerstraße' to 'Kuhberg/Schwimmhalle', then walk 3 minutes. Check the SWU app for live departures.
Stuttgart Airport (STR) train station → Ulm Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy the ICE ticket online in advance for cheaper fares; the regional train (IC) takes 5–10 minutes longer but costs under 20 EUR.
Stuttgart Airport bus station (platform 5) → Ulm bus station (ZOB)
💡 FlixBus drops you at Ulm's bus terminal, which is a 5-minute walk to the main station. From there, take tram line 2 to the hostel. Book via the FlixBus app for the best deals.
About Ulm
Wikipedia ↗
Ulm (German pronunciation: [ʊlm] ) is the sixth-largest city of the southwestern German state of Baden-Württemberg, and with around 130,000 inhabitants, it is Germany's 60th-largest city. Ulm is located on the eastern edges of the Swabian Jura mountain range, on the upper course of the River Danube,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd floor) at the rear of the building, facing away from Klosterhof street. These rooms are quieter and offer better views of the courtyard or rooftops, minimising road noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those at the front overlooking Klosterhof street. Traffic noise from the narrow street can be audible, especially during morning and evening hours. Rooms near the restaurant or kitchen on the ground floor may also pick up kitchen clatter and odours.
Is Hotel Restaurant Löwen noisy?
Klosterhof is a one-way side street near the railway and main roads. Occasional delivery vehicles for the hotel and nearby businesses can be heard in the morning (around 6–8am). The on-site restaurant may generate chatter and kitchen noise until 10pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors likely overlook the Klosterhof courtyard or neighbouring buildings with a calm, local Ulm roofscape. Front-facing rooms give a view of the street and possibly the church spire, but with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
1. Check-in staff can often advise on available rear-facing rooms on the day; call ahead if you have a preference. 2. The hotel offers on-site parking (likely limited); reserve a spot in advance to avoid street parking meters on Klosterhof.
What time is check-in at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
Check-in at Hotel Restaurant Löwen is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Restaurant Löwen have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed approx. 30 Mbps. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
City tax €2.50 per person per night, payable at check-in. Exempt for business travellers with proof.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
Döner kebab or a slice of pizza with drink; €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Restaurant Löwen?
A single day pass for the SWU buses and trams is €4.70; from the airport, a regional train from Stuttgart or Friedrichshafen costs around €12-20.
When is the best time to visit Ulm?
May, June, September – warm but not oppressive, crowds thin until the school holidays hit in late July. The Danube paths and beer gardens are in full swing without the August crush.
Top Attractions in Ulm
💡 Start near the Gänstor and follow the path east. It's short but connects to the riverbank for a longer walk to the Friedrichsau park. No cost, no opening hours.
💡 Look for the Schiefes Haus (crooked house) on the riverbank. Wander the side alleys for quiet spots away from the main path.
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid queues. The climb costs €4 for under-18s and €7 for adults, but the church itself is free.
💡 It's a 15-minute walk from the city centre or take bus line 2. The greenhouses are best in the morning when the light is soft. Free entry but donations welcome.
💡 The exterior is the real highlight. Take your photo from the bridge on Schelergasse for the best angle. Skip the paid entry unless you want the backstory.