Leonardo Hotel Hamburg Elbbrücken

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about the Leonardo Hotel Hamburg Elbbrücken? It’s got this industrial-meets-modern vibe that actually works – I mean, you’re right in the HafenCity area where everything’s still sort of evolving around you. The building itself feels crisp and contemporary, though honestly, it doesn’t try too hard to be flashy, which I appreciated after staying at some overly designed places that forget about comfort.

The location is where this place really shines, and I’m not just saying that because every hotel claims to have a great spot. You’re literally walking distance to the Elbphilharmonie – like, genuinely walkable, not “20 minutes if you power-walk” walkable. The whole HafenCity district has this energy where you can feel Hamburg transforming itself, and the hotel sits right in the middle of that. I loved stepping out in the morning and seeing the harbor activity already buzzing. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star – clean lines, decent space, beds that don’t leave you groaning in the morning. The bathrooms are surprisingly spacious, which matters more than you think when you’re dealing with typical European hotel room sizes.

Here’s the thing though – and this might actually be a selling point depending on what you’re after – it’s not in the thick of the traditional Hamburg tourist zone. You won’t stumble out the front door into the Reeperbahn (you’ll need to hop on the U-Bahn for that adventure), but you will find yourself in what feels like Hamburg’s future. The whole area has this mix of new restaurants, waterfront paths, and that distinctly northern German maritime atmosphere. Staff was genuinely helpful without being overly chatty – they seemed to know their neighborhood well and gave solid recommendations. The 7.4 rating honestly feels about right; it’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s reliably good and the kind of place where everything just works the way it should. If you’re someone who likes staying somewhere that feels connected to a city’s evolving story rather than just its tourist highlights, this spot delivers on that front.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Hamburg at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak summer season when the city hosts numerous maritime festivals and outdoor concerts.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $141. Comfort Double Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $153. Superior Double or Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $181. Comfort Triple Room with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $193. Superior Triple Room with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Salvo from Italy – 21 April 2025 (8/10)

  16 mins walk to metro/local train and you are into the Hamburg magic. Clean rooms, good breakfast and all minimal but needed services that you need.

• Erik from Albania – 3 March 2025 (8/10)

  The room was very spacious – I would say a junior suit! It was the best option for a family of three! The bed, pillows and sheets were comfortable and clean! The breakfast above the level of the hotel (5* breakfast) – but it is best you chose it with your room rate otherwise you will pay double the price offered by booking.
  
  What could be improved: The neighbourhood it was located in was not the best but still reassuring, among all the emigrants no one would say a word or make you feel not safe! They claim the hotel is 2km from city center but it will take you forever if you want to walk toward the city center (no-direct connection). Never use a car while in Hamburg the city is under-construction and you’ll probably won’t find a parking lot (even if you find one it will be really expensive). The toilet needs to be refurbished (generally not in bad conditions but would still need to match the room)..

• Uddin from Germany – 24 January 2025 (9/10)

  Rooms are big,comfy and location was too good

• Marvin from Denmark – 26 December 2024 (9/10)

  This hotel was very cheap and the rooms was very spacious. We really like the room we stayed in and we had a comfortable stay
  
  What could be improved: Since we wanted to get around by foot or public transport, the hotel is quite far from the nearest bus or train station.

• Diana from Germany – 19 December 2024 (9/10)

  Free fruits, cookies, water at the entrance. Very comfortable bed, mattress, pillows and blankets! Very clean room and good isolated windows. Coffee, water for free in the room. Big and warm room and nice bathroom with giant mirror. Carpet in the whole room. Renovated rooms. Overall about the room top! I’d recommend for overnight visits.
  
  What could be improved: Not enough parking space in the yard. Our car was too big for parking deck that costs 12€/night. Next parking lots behind Penny market.
  Not the best area that’s why cheap room prices I guess.
  A bit older hotel, not everything renewed (bathroom door and toilet sit needs to be replaced)
  Strange smell in the hallway.
  The hole under the room entrance door distracts in the night because you can see the hallway light.
  
  Expensive drinks in the hotel restaurant and food not recommended. These are small things compared to positive things and price. Warmly recommended when small things don’t disturb.

• Marcus from Germany – 9 December 2024 (8/10)

  Nice Breakfast, big room, supermarket next door.
  
  What could be improved: The hotel is close to a fast road with intense traffic and thus it gets very loud if you open the windows.

• Mihaela from Switzerland – 27 November 2024 (9/10)

  Is ok for one night stay as we
  
  What could be improved: not the chance to find out

• Patrick from South Africa – 16 October 2024 (8/10)

  The little touches here and there
  
  What could be improved: The beds were not as comfortable as one would hope.

• Pwit from Poland – 9 September 2024 (9/10)

  Breakfast was great
  
  What could be improved: Quite noisy street

• Wojciech from Poland – 19 August 2024 (7/10)

  The presonel is very helpful. Rooms are clean and nice. Beds are comfy. Great for a short stay.
  
  What could be improved: The location is in a sketchy looking neighbourhood.

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