Hotel du Nord Alster – auf der Uhlenhorst – SELF CHECK-IN

Hotel Description

So I stumbled across Hotel du Nord Alster while looking for something in the Uhlenhorst area – honestly, I wasn’t even sure what to expect from a place with “self check-in” right there in the name. But you know what? It actually turned out to be one of those pleasant surprises that makes you feel like you discovered something special.

First off, Uhlenhorst is this lovely residential district that most tourists completely miss, which is honestly their loss. You’re right on the Alster – and I mean actually close, not that “near the water” nonsense some hotels claim when they’re a twenty-minute walk away. The whole area has this quiet, almost village-like feel despite being so close to Hamburg’s center, and the hotel fits right into that vibe. It’s got this understated elegance that feels genuinely Hamburg rather than trying too hard to impress. The self check-in thing was weird at first (I mean, where’s the person to ask about restaurant recommendations?), but it’s actually pretty smooth once you get the hang of it, and honestly, after a long travel day, sometimes you just want to get to your room without making small talk.

The rooms themselves – well, they nail that sweet spot between modern comfort and not feeling like every other chain hotel room you’ve ever been in. There’s attention to detail here that you don’t always get at four-star places, little touches that suggest someone actually thought about what travelers need rather than just checking boxes. The soundproofing is solid too, which matters more than you’d think in a city like Hamburg. I stayed during one of those weekend periods when the whole city seems to be out celebrating something, and I could barely hear it. The 8.7 rating makes sense when you experience it – it’s not flashy enough to be a 9, but there’s really nothing to complain about either. What really got me was how the place manages to feel both efficient and welcoming, which is trickier than it sounds. You’re in this quiet, tree-lined part of the city where locals actually live and work, but you can still easily get anywhere you want to go. And there’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that doesn’t feel like it’s performing “Hamburg hotel experience” for tourists – it just is what it is, and what it is happens to be pretty great.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $168. Comfort Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $179. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $266. Junior Suite with Balcony with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $288. Deluxe Junior Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $311. Suite with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Torbjörn from United Kingdom – 14 March 2025 (9/10)

  Really nice rooms. Good location. Breakfast was one of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve ever had.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. A great hotel.

• Sven from New Zealand – 11 March 2025 (9/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: Small bathroom for longer stays

• Selwyn from United Kingdom – 10 February 2025 (9/10)

  The location was excellent. A bus stop within 20 metres. Fabulous cafes & restaurants & bars all easy to walk to. We didn’t breakfast at the hotel but noted most guests did. The bedroom was spotless, very quiet and the bed was very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Everything exceeded our expectation

• Am from United States – 4 January 2025 (8/10)

  Nice location with a couple of restaurants right next door. The bathroom was spotless and had a bath. Large balcony on top floor, although note that it is open, so if it rains, it gets wet.
  
  What could be improved: Could use a bit of dusting in the vents and air conditioner. Carpet had some staining in entryway.

• Hikari from Austria – 19 December 2024 (9/10)

  Everything was very nice! 🙂 very good location and very nice staff!
  
  What could be improved: Water ran off from the shower windows

• Dominique from Germany – 18 December 2024 (9/10)

  Lovely Location and cozy rooms! Best and varied breakfast! Staff were lovely!

• Maurice from Germany – 17 November 2024 (9/10)

  Very kind staff and clean rooms. Seamless check-in/out. Very quite neighborhood but still a lot of restaurants, cafes and bars around. <10 minutes by car, from the central station.

• Ana from North Macedonia – 21 October 2024 (9/10)

  Very cozy small hotel with nice balcony and the view from the rooms. I’d visit again this hotel since felt so nice. There is a parking in front of the hotel, more like street parking, the area was like small district with cute houses.

• Annie from United Kingdom – 28 July 2024 (8/10)

  The hotel is in a lovely area just a short walk from the waterside. It was clean and comfortable.

• Angela from Germany – 22 July 2024 (8/10)

  Breakfast
  
  What could be improved: View from window

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