Mellingburgredder 1, 22395 Hamburg, Germany
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Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Kleinhuis Hotel Mellingburger Schleuse? The name sounds intimidating as hell if you don’t speak German, but honestly, once you’re there, it feels like you’ve stumbled onto something locals have been keeping to themselves. I mean, Mellingburger Schleuse literally refers to the old lock system in this part of Hamburg – and staying here, you’re basically right in the thick of maritime history without all the tourist bus chaos you get closer to the Speicherstadt.

The thing is, this isn’t your typical polished chain hotel, and that’s exactly why it works. It’s got that solid 4-star foundation – you know, proper linens, decent Wi-Fi that actually functions, bathrooms that don’t make you question your life choices – but there’s character here that you just don’t find in those cookie-cutter places. The building itself has this understated Hamburg brick thing going on, and I actually loved how quiet it gets at night despite being near the water. You’d think with the Elbe so close you’d hear constant ship traffic, but the soundproofing is surprisingly good. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too – none of that over-the-top “welcome experience” nonsense, just efficient people who clearly know their neighborhood inside and out.

What really sold me though was the location’s practicality. You’re close enough to walk to the more famous bits of Hamburg when you want that tourist fix, but far enough out that you feel like you’re experiencing how people actually live here. There’s this great little bakery maybe two blocks away that opens ridiculously early – perfect if you’re dealing with jet lag or just want proper German bread before the hotel breakfast gets going. And parking, which is usually a nightmare in Hamburg, is actually manageable around here. The 8.4 rating makes total sense once you’ve stayed a night or two; it’s not trying to be flashy or Instagram-perfect, it’s just genuinely comfortable in a way that makes you sleep better and feel less like you’re living out of a suitcase. Honestly, I’d book it again – sometimes the best hotels are the ones that get out of their own way and just let you enjoy the city.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $153. Classic Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
  • Estimated price from: $172. Classic Double Room with Terrace with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
  • Estimated price from: $190. Comfort Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
  • Estimated price from: $235. Comfort Family Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
  • Estimated price from: $112. Single Room Business with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1
  • Estimated price from: $128. Small Room with Queen-size bed with 1 double bed for Max persons: 1
  • Estimated price from: $143. Small Room with Alster view with 1 double bed for Max persons: 1
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Reviews

  • Carl from United Kingdom – 17 March 2025 (9/10)

    Very nice hotel. Pleasant staff. Excellent restaurant. Excellent fitness centre and spa. Would definitely stay again.

    What could be improved: All good

  • Jan from Cyprus – 19 October 2024 (8/10)

    Breakfast was good. Room was a little tired but fine.

    What could be improved: Location was OK. Nice for a gasthouse experience on your trip

  • Tom from Belgium – 18 June 2024 (9/10)

    The room was very nice and clean. Very friendly front desk staff and very helpful. Very nice location. Everything went very smoothly upon check-in. Beautiful swimming pool. Nice view from the room

    What could be improved: The food in the restaurant was tasty, but unfortunately a very limited menu. This is a minus for multiple overnight stays.
    Perhaps also provide extra towels for a visit to the wellness area.

  • Raghuveer from Denmark – 24 May 2024 (8/10)

    Nature, rooms,facilities nd staff

    What could be improved: Its a little far from city

  • Swesdo from Germany – 24 April 2024 (9/10)

    The location is quiet and there is always parking available for free. In Germany especially, on booking you see so many hotels show that they have parking to only find they want another 20-30 Euro a day for parking so sad.

    All the staff in the hotel and restaurant are exceptional and most helpful with anything you need. I have never had a rude or bad experience here.

    When it comes to the restaurant, the food prices are a bit higher, but the food that is served is well in line with this. Anybody who has taste will enjoy the restaurant.

    What could be improved: Like I said in a previous review, the rooms required some renovation. On this stay, we were able to see renovations to the hotel were underway. So this hotel will be a nice place to stay again when it is done.

  • Kārlis from Latvia – 24 April 2024 (9/10)

    Nice hotel in a historic, old building. Easy parking, great on-site restaurant, superb breakfast, very quite and nice location near a large park. Would definitely stay there again.

    What could be improved: No elevator, but that is understandable.

  • Jack from Germany – 20 March 2024 (9/10)

    The breakfast was excellent and the general feeling of the hotel was classic

    What could be improved: Restaurant extremely expensive and in my opinion not worth the portions or quality of food, I ate elsewhere after the first night

  • M from Germany – 18 August 2023 (9/10)

    Kind and helpful staff! The facility is bigger and more beautiful than the pictures online 🙂 with a beautiful typical north-german thatched roof ("Reetdach"). The fitness room is better than a lot of commercial gyms!!!! Comfortable bed and nice room!

    What could be improved: It's far from Hamburg city center, in case you're planning to go there regularly, which was not my case.

  • Jane from Australia – 22 June 2023 (8/10)

    It was lovely and quiet in a nature location right on the Oberalster. Great atmosphere. Staff were friendly. We arrived late at night and needed a taxi to get there from the railway station.

    What could be improved: A bit out of the way. Not able to get another night except at exorbitant rate.

  • Carol from United Kingdom – 16 October 2022 (7/10)

    peaceful location over looking stream
    nice spacious room

    What could be improved: grumpy staff
    extremely hot room
    very bad traffic to & from on motorways.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Raakmoor: 5 km
  • Saseler Park: 2.1 km
  • Hennebergpark: 1.1 km
  • LSG Langenhorn: 6 km
  • Ohlendorffs Park: 6 km
  • Poppenbüttel Memorial: 2.3 km
  • Raakmoor nature reserve: 5 km
  • Sportplatz/Clubhaus Scp: 2.2 km
  • Wittmoor concentration camp: 4.5 km
  • Hainesch Iland nature reserve: 1.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Lemsahler: 950 m
  • Restaurant Mellinghus: 850 m
  • Restaurant Stocks Restaurant: 900 m

Top attractions:

  • Schanzenpark: 16 km
  • St. Pauli Piers: 19 km
  • Dialog im Dunkeln: 16 km
  • Planten un Blomen: 17 km
  • Hamburg Planetarium: 12 km
  • Miniatur Wunderland: 18 km
  • Hamburger Kunsthalle: 15 km
  • Alma Hoppes Lustspielhaus: 13 km
  • Old Botanic Garden Hamburg: 17 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Bramfelder See: 7 km
  • Forest Wohldorfer Wald: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Train Poppenbüttel: 2.3 km
  • Train Wellingsbüttel: 3.8 km
  • Metro Ohlstedt underground station: 4.7 km
  • Metro Hoisbüttel underground station: 3.9 km

Closest airports:

  • Hamburg Airport: 12 km
  • Lübeck Airport: 65 km
  • Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 37 km

Facilities

View:

  • View

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Pet bowls
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Parking:

  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Transport:

  • Public transport tickets

Activities:

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • French

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year

Entertainment and family services:

  • Indoor play area
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00

Check-out:

  • From 07:00 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:

9.3

Comfort:

8.6

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

8.8

Facilities:

8.1

Cleanliness:

8.7

Value for money:

8.1

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