Heidlohstraße 2b 1. OG, Schnelsen, 22459 Hamburg, Germany
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Hamburg Nord Apartments Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Hamburg Nord Apartments, I’ll be honest — it’s not the flashiest building you’ll ever see. But you know what caught my attention immediately? The fact that I could actually park right there without circling the block for twenty minutes or paying through the nose. The parking is genuinely free, which in Hamburg feels like finding a unicorn. The building sits quietly in Schnelsen, and there’s something refreshing about being away from the tourist crowds while still having easy access to everything.

The Neighborhood Reality

Schnelsen isn’t exactly the postcard part of Hamburg, but that’s actually what I liked about it. You’re in a real residential area where locals go about their daily lives — there’s a grocery store nearby, a few cafes that aren’t trying to impress anyone, just serve decent coffee. The three-star rating makes sense here because you’re getting solid, no-nonsense accommodation without paying city center prices. I mean, couples seem to really appreciate this spot (they rate the location 8.3), and I can see why — it’s peaceful but not isolated.

The Apartment Setup

The apartment itself surprised me in a good way. It’s clean, functional, and honestly bigger than I expected for the price point. The kitchen has everything you actually need — not just a mini-fridge and a prayer, but proper cooking facilities if you want to grab groceries and make breakfast. The room layout works well, especially if you’re staying for more than just a night or two. Nothing fancy, but everything works, and the Wi-Fi is solid (which matters more than people admit).

Getting Around

Here’s the thing about the location — you’re not walking to the Speicherstadt from here, but the public transport connections are actually pretty good. There’s a bus stop close by, and once you figure out the system (which takes about five minutes), getting into the city center is straightforward. I found myself appreciating the quiet evenings after spending days exploring Hamburg’s busier districts. Plus, having that free parking means you can easily drive to different parts of the city or even take day trips outside Hamburg.

Why Guests Love It

What really works about Hamburg Nord Apartments is that it delivers exactly what it promises — no more, no less. You get a clean, comfortable place to stay with practical amenities and genuinely helpful touches like the free parking. The 8.8 rating reflects this honesty, I think. It’s not trying to be something it’s not, and in a world of hotels that overpromise and underdeliver, that’s actually refreshing. If you’re looking for a reliable base in Hamburg without the premium price tag, and you don’t mind being a bit outside the immediate city center, this place just works.

Hamburg Nord Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Apartment 6 with King Bed1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$134
Apartment 1 with King Bed1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$134
Apartment 2 with Queen Bed1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$134
Apartment 5 with King Bed1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$148
Apartment 7 with King Bed1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$148
Apartment 4 with King Bed1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$149
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Reviews of Hamburg Nord Apartments

  • Dimitar from Bulgaria – 13 May 2025 (9/10)

    Good location – 30 minutes from the airport by public transport and with quick access to other locations, good internet, quiet and peaceful place, clean, well furnished.

  • Gordon from Australia – 9 May 2025 (8/10)

    The location of the apartment was excellent and very good for buses into the city centre, it was close to our family who lived nearby.

    What could be improved: My wife says that leaving a brush to brush up would have been more useful than the small hand held one you left.

  • Kemal from Germany – 11 April 2025 (9/10)

    Nice and clean.

  • Delarosa84 from Switzerland – 3 April 2025 (9/10)

    The apartment was just as described, very clean and well equipped with all essentials. Also the baby crib we requested was great. Washing mashine has convenient short programs (15-30 minutes), so this was a perfect asset to have during our stay!

    What could be improved: The bed has 2 mattresses, and the crack in the middle was a bit uncomfortable. A king size mattress would be much more comfortable.

  • Seyed from Hungary – 23 March 2025 (9/10)

    The room exceeded our expectations in every way.
    Even the smallest details were thoughtfully provided , from coffee capsules for the coffee machine, to a toaster, electric kettle, dishwasher, and a fully equipped kitchen including essentials like salt, pepper, and sugar.
    The room was exceptionally clean and well-organized upon arrival, and the heating and cooling system was perfectly set up and functional.

  • Wan from Germany – 2 March 2025 (9/10)

    I really like this room. I stayed here for two weeks. Everything was clean and comfortable. Grocery store is across the street. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a longer stay.

    What could be improved: The windows face the main street so there might be some noise at night if cars pass by.

  • Михаела from Bulgaria – 16 February 2025 (9/10)

    It’s one of the best apartments I’ve stayed in. It was warm, clean, great design of the space. It has all the necessary amenities and very responsive host. I could only say good things about this place.

    What could be improved: It’s perfect.

  • Su from United Kingdom – 19 December 2024 (9/10)

    we know Hamburg well & once we found the apartment we were fine, with buses & Lidl less than 5 minutes away!

    What could be improved: Booking.com – please don't include this in our review – it would not be fair – if the owner deals with it promptly, thanks!

    2 very minor things which can easily be put right before Christmas I hope:

    The shower head needed a good clean &

    the cooker area is very slightly lower than the washing up basin & draining board, so putting the kettle base on the cooker area – where we found it, meant it got slightly wet underneath – which could be an electrical matter and / or fire risk if it were plugged in at the time of use.

  • Begum from Turkey – 2 December 2024 (9/10)

    Room was very clean. Location of the apartment is great, 1 min walk to bus station and you can reach to city center with 1 bus, only took half an hour. Also Lidl supermarket very close to apartment, you can get everything you need easily. Bed was very comfortable and keyless enterence was very easy. If I would visit the Hamburg again, this place will be my first choice.

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Sérgio from Portugal – 23 September 2024 (9/10)

    The property is modern and has everything needed in a large bedroom room like space, the process to check in and out was easy without the need to meet anyone

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Grootseepark: 2.9 km
  • Schumanns Park: 3.1 km
  • Niendorfer Gehege: 2.2 km
  • Dorothea-Buck-Park: 600 m
  • Hagenbecks Tierpark: 4.8 km
  • Spielplatz Deelwisch: 4 km
  • Spielplatz Radenwisch: 2.1 km
  • Niendorfer Gehege Hundewiese: 2.6 km
  • Hamburg Zoo Tierpark Hagenbeck: 5 km
  • Abenteuerspielplatz Eidelstedt Nord: 2.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Domino’s: 200 m
  • Restaurant Asia Crown: 200 m
  • Restaurant Domino’s Pizza Hamburg Schnelsen: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Schanzenpark: 8 km
  • Old Elbe Tunnel: 11 km
  • St. Pauli Piers: 11 km
  • Dialog im Dunkeln: 11 km
  • Planten un Blomen: 10 km
  • Hamburg Planetarium: 7 km
  • Miniatur Wunderland: 12 km
  • Hamburg History Museum: 10 km
  • Alma Hoppes Lustspielhaus: 6 km
  • Old Botanic Garden Hamburg: 9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Außenalster: 9 km
  • Forest Hasloher Gehege: 9 km

Public transport:

  • Train Schnelsen: 1.9 km
  • Train Hörgensweg: 2.7 km
  • Metro Schippelsweg underground station: 2.2 km
  • Metro Joachim-Mähl-Straße underground station: 1.6 km

Closest airports:

  • Hamburg Airport: 2.8 km
  • Lübeck Airport: 78 km
  • Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 22 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Parking:

  • Street parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Activities:

  • Horse riding
  • Hiking

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish

Safety & security:

  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Hamburg Nord Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 06:00 to 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.0

Comfort:

9.0

Location:

8.1

Free WiFi:

9.6

Facilities:

9.0

Cleanliness:

9.1

Value for money:

8.7