🇩🇪 Weimar, Germany
Apartments Röhrstraße
📍 20, Röhrstraße, Weimar, 99423
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Your stay — Apartments Röhrstraße
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The Property — Apartments Röhrstraße
A smart, budget-friendly base in a tidy red-brick apartment block in Weimar’s quiet south side. The lobby is small and functional, with a friendly front desk and a lift up to three-star rooms that favour cleanliness over character. The real asset is the location: a 15-minute walk from the city centre and the Hauptbahnhof, making it ideal for independent travellers or couples who want a no-fuss, lock-up-and-go stay. It suits someone who’ll spend the day out—visiting museums, walking the parks—and just needs a decent bed and a small kitchenette for breakfast.
Chronicles of Weimar
Weimar was first documented in 899 and grew as a residential seat of the Saxon dukes. Its 18th- and 19th-century court nurtured Goethe, Schiller, Liszt and the Bauhaus school, which gave the city a layered architectural heritage of Rococo palaces, Classical squares and modern concrete. After a brief spell as the capital of the first German republic—the Weimar Republic—the city suffered bombing in 1945 and was rebuilt in the GDR era. Today it is a UNESCO-listed cultural hub, balancing its classical legacy with a lively student vibe and museums dedicated to both literature and the 20th-century’s darkest chapters.
Best Time to Visit
Full Weimar guide →Best months
May, June, September: long daylight, mild temperatures (18–24 °C), gardens in bloom, and fewer tourists than July or August.
Peak / festival surge
July: the Weimarer Kunstfest runs from mid-August, but July sees peak summer holiday crowds. Hotel prices rise 20–30 % above baseline. The annual Krämerbrücke Festival (mid-July) in nearby Erfurt also pulls day-trippers.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: lower rates by 15–25 %, still good weather (10–18 °C), fewer queues at the Goethe House and Buchenwald Memorial.
Weather & packing
July afternoons can suddenly drop 10 °C with a cold front sweeping off the Thuringian Forest. Always pack a mid-layer jacket or cardigan and a packable waterproof shell.
Live City Briefing — Weimar
- Weimar’s main pedestrian zone, Schillerstraße, is closed for resurfacing until late 2026; detours via Herderplatz add 5 minutes to walks to the Goethe-Nationalmuseum.
- The Klassik Stiftung Weimar has introduced timed entry tickets for the Haus am Horn and the Bauhaus Museum; book at least a week ahead to avoid hour-long queues.
- Summer 2026 sees the return of the Weimarer Zwiebelmarkt (Onion Market) on 10–12 October; not immediate, but advance accommodation will tighten from September.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apartments Röhrstraße, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a rear-facing room on the first or second floor. These overlook the inner courtyard rather than Röhrstraße, reducing street noise while still being low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Röhrstraße; these suffer from direct street-level traffic noise and limited privacy from passersby. Also avoid top-floor rooms if you have heavy luggage—the building's lift may not reach the highest floor, requiring a stair climb.
Best views
Rooms at the back offer a view of the inner courtyard or neighbouring gardens—peaceful and green. Front rooms look onto Röhrstraße (a residential street, but still with regular traffic and parked cars).
Quietest floors
First and second floors (rear-facing) are the quietest. The courtyard buffers sound, and traffic rumble from Röhrstraße is largely blocked by the building's structure.
🔊 Noise notes
Röhrstraße is a standard city street in central Weimar. Noise peaks in the morning (7-9am) and early evening (5-7pm) with local traffic. Bin collection is typically early on weekdays; the rear courtyard is far quieter. The lift may clunk when in use—avoid rooms next to the shaft if you're a light sleeper.
Insider tips
Parking: On-street parking is limited and metered. Ask reception for the nearest public garage (e.g., at Goetheplatz, a 5-minute walk) to avoid fines. Check-in: The reception isn't 24-hour. If arriving late, call ahead to arrange a key code or late check-in—this is common for 3-star aparthotels in Weimar.
- 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 — Apartments Röhrstraße
Free Wi-Fi throughout, password provided at check-in; typical speed 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload; no login or registration required
No lift; the building is a 19th-century townhouse with stairs only (three floors; ground floor apartment accessible via two shallow steps)
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand; guests can borrow tourism magazines from the lobby bookshelf; the building’s original 1890s stairwell and stucco ceiling are listed heritage features
Check-in from 15:00 to 20:00; early bag drop from 12:00 at reception (no cost); late check-out until 12:00 costs €25, after 12:00 charged as half a night rate
Free luggage storage in a locked room at reception during your stay or on departure day until 18:00
No step-free entrance — two steps at the main door; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; ground floor apartment available but not fully accessible (narrow doorways, no grab rails)
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 'Parkhaus Am Theaterplatz' at 8 Theaterplatz, 5-minute walk, €12 per 24 hours (pay on exit); no EV charging on site or nearby public charger within 1 km
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €8.00 per person per night (city tax, mandatory for all guests aged 16+; reduced to €0.00 for business travellers on proof of business trip)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in for apartments, returned on checkout if no extra charges
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Evangelisches Gemeindezentrum Paul Schneider (670 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (714 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Freie evangelische Gemeinde Weimar (860 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: FeG Weimar (860 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Goethekaufhaus — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Asbach-Grünzug — 263 m · ~3 min walk
Bauhaus-Museum Weimar — 704 m · ~9 min walk
Stellwerk Junges Theater — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Spielplatz Falkstraße — 269 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 717 m · ~9 min walk
Nord-Apotheke — 696 m · ~9 min walk
Spar Express — 836 m · ~10 min walk
Weimar West — 587 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist areas, which take high commissions.
Contactless debit/credit cards widely accepted; smaller shops and stalls may expect cash. Mobile pay common in supermarkets and chain stores.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotels: small change for porters/housekeeping (€1–2).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Americano from a bakery kiosk: about €1.50–2.
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
Pizza or pasta at a casual Italian trattoria: €8–12 for a main.
Near the market square and along the pedestrian zone you'll find bratwurst stalls, Döner shops, and Asian noodle stands.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are the main budget supermarkets in the area.
C&A and H&M on the main shopping streets; second-hand shops around the Altstadt offer cheap finds.
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
Buy a Weimar Card for discounted museum entry and free public transport. Eat lunch at a bakery (Mittagstisch specials under €5). Shop for produce at the weekly farmers' market rather than the Rewe.
Good to know — Weimar
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WeimarWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Weimar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apartments Röhrstraße
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 717 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Nord-Apotheke — 696 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Weimar Hbf → Höhe 304 (Buchenwald stop)
💡 Trams run less frequently on Sundays — use 'WeimarMobil' app for live departures. Validate ticket on board or fine is 60 EUR.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Höhe 304 hotel
💡 Book via +49 3643 500100 for fixed price to avoid meter surprises. Cash only with some drivers.
Erfurt Hbf (via bus from airport) → Weimar Hbf
💡 Buy a 'Deutschlandticket' for unlimited local travel. From Weimar station, take bus line 1 to 'Buchenwald Memorial' stop, then walk 5 min.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hbf / Höhe 304
💡 Bus line 105 stops at Goetheplatz, a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel. Check schedule online — it’s often late.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy your ticket at the DB machine at the airport station—cash only sometimes. The ride is direct, no change needed.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sparpreis ticket online in advance for €12–18. If arriving at Leipzig airport, take the S-Bahn (€3) to Leipzig Hbf, then change to ICE. Avoid Frankfurt Airport – it adds 3 hours of travel.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Residenz (stop: Goetheplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform—coins only, no cards. Validate it before boarding. Trams run reliably and drop you right near the hotel.
Erbenhof Hotel (stop: Goetheplatz) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Walk 3 mins from the hotel to Goetheplatz tram stop. Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform – coins only, unless you use the VMT app. Day tickets (€5.50) include buses and trams and are often cheaper for two trips.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Markt)
💡 Get off at Markt, not Goetheplatz. Exit the station, cross the forecourt, and the bus stop is on your left. Cash only on board—exact change helps.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Theaterplatz)
💡 Tram 2 is faster than bus 1 if your pension is near Theaterplatz—just walk two minutes south. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard, or you’ll risk a fine.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Hotel Residenz, Weimar
💡 Book at least a day ahead with a fixed-price company like Taxi Weimar or Airporttransfer-Thueringen; avoid the rank drivers who charge up to 20% more. It's a long drive but the only door-to-door option.
Frankfurt Airport → Weimar central bus stop (Goetheplatz)
💡 Cheapest option but bumpy and often late. Reserve seats early via the FlixBus app. The bus stop at Goetheplatz is a 10-minute walk to Hotel Residenz.
About Weimar
Wikipedia ↗
The Weimar Republic was a historical period of the German state from 9 November 1918 to 23 March 1933, during which it was a constitutional republic for the first time in history. The state was officially named the German Reich, but was more commonly referred to, and unofficially proclaimed itself, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apartments Röhrstraße?
Request a rear-facing room on the first or second floor. These overlook the inner courtyard rather than Röhrstraße, reducing street noise while still being low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apartments Röhrstraße?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Röhrstraße; these suffer from direct street-level traffic noise and limited privacy from passersby. Also avoid top-floor rooms if you have heavy luggage—the building's lift may not reach the highest floor, requiring a stair climb.
Is Apartments Röhrstraße noisy?
Röhrstraße is a standard city street in central Weimar. Noise peaks in the morning (7-9am) and early evening (5-7pm) with local traffic. Bin collection is typically early on weekdays; the rear courtyard is far quieter. The lift may clunk when in use—avoid rooms next to the shaft if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Apartments Röhrstraße?
Rooms at the back offer a view of the inner courtyard or neighbouring gardens—peaceful and green. Front rooms look onto Röhrstraße (a residential street, but still with regular traffic and parked cars).
What are insider tips for staying at Apartments Röhrstraße?
Parking: On-street parking is limited and metered. Ask reception for the nearest public garage (e.g., at Goetheplatz, a 5-minute walk) to avoid fines. Check-in: The reception isn't 24-hour. If arriving late, call ahead to arrange a key code or late check-in—this is common for 3-star aparthotels in Weimar.
What time is check-in at Apartments Röhrstraße?
Check-in at Apartments Röhrstraße is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apartments Röhrstraße have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, password provided at check-in; typical speed 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload; no login or registration required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apartments Röhrstraße?
€8.00 per person per night (city tax, mandatory for all guests aged 16+; reduced to €0.00 for business travellers on proof of business trip)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apartments Röhrstraße?
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apartments Röhrstraße?
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
When is the best time to visit Weimar?
May, June, September: long daylight, mild temperatures (18–24 °C), gardens in bloom, and fewer tourists than July or August.
Top Attractions in Weimar
💡 Check the notices board for free lunchtime organ recitals (usually Thursdays at 12:15). The crypt is open during services but locked otherwise; ask the verger for a quick peek.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often Saturday afternoons at 15:00. Sit in the front pews left of the altar for the best acoustics.
💡 Enter via the Frauenplan gate to start at Goethe’s Garden House (free entry to the garden, but house interior costs €8). The best picnic spot is by the Ilm weir near the Roman House.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often on Saturday afternoons. The crypt costs €2 but skip it unless you're a Herder fan.
💡 Tours in English run at 2pm on Saturdays; book at the tourist office the day before. No bag checks so bring small bags only.
💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and the best light on the classical buildings.
💡 Walk uphill behind Goethe's garden house for a view over the whole park. Take a picnic—there are benches by the river near the Schillerbogen bridge.
💡 Check for free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons. The church is quieter mid-morning.