Fritz im Pyjama

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Fritz im Pyjama? The name had me expecting some kind of quirky gimmick hotel, but it’s actually just a really solid, unpretentious place that doesn’t try too hard. I mean, sure, there are little pajama-themed touches here and there – some cute artwork in the hallways and the staff wearing these comfortable-looking uniform shirts – but it’s not overdone to the point where you feel like you’re sleeping in a theme park.

The rooms are exactly what you’d want from a good 3-star spot. Clean, comfortable beds that actually let you sleep in (the blackout curtains work, thank god), and the Wi-Fi doesn’t cut out every five minutes like some places I’ve stayed. Honestly, the bathroom situation impressed me more than expected – decent water pressure and those little details that show someone actually thought about what guests need, like enough counter space for your toiletries and hooks that don’t fall off the wall when you hang something on them. The whole place has this lived-in feel without being worn down, if that makes sense. You can tell people actually care about maintaining it properly.

What really won me over though was how genuinely relaxed the atmosphere is. Check-in was smooth – no weird upselling or confusing explanations about amenities you’ll never use. The lobby area has this comfortable buzz during the day where you can actually sit and plan your day without feeling like you’re in someone’s way. I ended up chatting with other guests pretty naturally, which doesn’t always happen. The location works well too; you’re not stuck in some touristy bubble, but you’re not stranded either. Easy enough to get around without needing to plan every move like a military operation. Parking wasn’t a nightmare, which honestly these days feels like winning the lottery. The 8.1 rating makes perfect sense to me – it’s the kind of place that just gets the basics right and then adds enough personality to make you remember it fondly. Nothing fancy, but you leave feeling like you got good value and would definitely book again if you’re back in the area.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $183. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $260. Classic Quadruple Room with 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Rachel from Germany – 14 March 2025 (9/10)

  Location is perfect!
  Super clean!
  
  What could be improved: The mattress felt a bit worn out.

• Sonia from Italy – 27 December 2024 (9/10)

  Great location, very close to the subway and bus station. Large and comfortable room. Very friendly and helpful staff.Coffee and tea available in the room were my salvation, considering I was leaving early to attend a conference. Kind and helpful staff!!!
  
  What could be improved: In the bathroom there is a bathtub, a little uncomfortable. The room was cold on arrival, but it was enough to turn on the heater to have a nice warmth

• Anna from Finland – 9 September 2024 (8/10)

  The rooms in the hotel seems to be all different. We had the one with mezzanine. It was a very warm day but the temperature in the room was very ok. Also very quiet at night because the windows were facing an inner courtyard. Nicely decorated room and hotel overall. Very kind and helpful staff, swift reply to different questions before our stay. I also really liked the surroundings.
  
  What could be improved: The beds – both the one downstairs and the ones on the mezzanine – were too hard for our taste. Hotel a bit expensive.

• Blumarinestar from Germany – 11 August 2024 (9/10)

  The location is perfect, in the heart of lively Sternschanze, plenty of cafés and restaurants, 2min from the S-Bahn/U-Bahn Station. Very elegant, cozy style. Our was very clean, spacious, quiet (window on the backyard). Dog-friendly. Staff very friendly and always ready to assist. Highly recommended!
  
  What could be improved: The squeaky doors and the bed could be better mantained.

• Ceren from Italy – 20 July 2024 (9/10)

  Amazing location, the best area in Hamburg! It was not loud in the 3 nights we stayed. Everything was very comfortable!

• Ivan from Mexico – 25 May 2024 (8/10)

  We liked the ease of check in, size of the room was very decent, the hotel has an art deco vibe which is really cool and near to amazing cafes and bars w/o the bustling from St pauli.
  
  What could be improved: In of of the corridors there was a cigarette smell, but apart from that all was good.

• Eva from Canada – 14 March 2024 (9/10)

  The location is great and the price, for Hamburg, is pretty reasonable. It has a nice vibe.
  
  What could be improved: When we lost our key (that part is on us) it took 3h and two trips to another location to get the correct replacement, and then at the checkout we got charged 50 euros for it. They said they normally charge 90. It was a basic key with a generic label that we could have copied on the corner for €5. So guess the lesson is, if you lose one, copy your replacement before checkout?

• Jan from United Kingdom – 8 December 2023 (8/10)

  Lovely balcony, clean and spacious
  
  What could be improved: I could smell cigarette smoke most nights, Road works out the front and the doorway was quite dirty

• Jana from Germany – 28 August 2023 (8/10)

  Fritz in Pyjama shows how boutique hotels can be accessible. It's a low budget stay with some extra perks. The focus in detail, from the naming of the rooms, until the toiletries they use, all is very thought through. Very friendly staff who goes above and beyond, and I appreciated a kettle in the room.
  
  What could be improved: The hotel can get stuffy in summer. The check-in is very late, and there's almost no space at the reception in case you'd like to leave your luggage, so bear this in mind. The check-in as at 4pm, and the reception closes at 5pm, which pretty much doesn't leave you much choice, and your flexibility is limited.
  The vicinity of S-Bahn line makes it a little noisier, but they provide you with ear plugs, which definitely helps.

• Kristyna from Czech Republic – 1 August 2023 (8/10)

  Great location. Very clean room. Comfortable beds. Nice view to the school yard.

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