

Hotel Description
Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I booked Loft Residence St Pauli – the name alone tells you you’re getting into Hamburg’s grittiest, most authentic neighborhood. But you know what? This place absolutely nailed it. The moment I walked in, I could tell this wasn’t your typical sanitized hotel experience. The loft-style setup feels genuinely local, like you’re crashing at a friend’s place who happens to have incredible taste and actually lives in one of Hamburg’s most electric districts.
What really struck me is how they’ve managed to capture the raw energy of St. Pauli without making you feel like you’re sleeping in the middle of a construction site. The rooms have this industrial-meets-cozy vibe – exposed beams and concrete elements, but with soft lighting and comfortable furnishings that actually make sense together. I mean, you’re literally walking distance from the Reeperbahn (and trust me, you’ll hear some of that nightlife energy), but the windows are solid enough that you can actually sleep if that’s what you’re after. Though honestly, if you’re staying in St. Pauli and going to bed early, you’re kind of missing the point.
The location is what makes this place special, though. You’re right in the sweet spot between the harbor action and the Schanzenviertel scene – I could walk to the fish market on Sunday morning (slightly hungover, admittedly), then wander over to Schulterblatt for proper coffee and vintage shopping by afternoon. The staff seemed to actually know the neighborhood too, which is rarer than you’d think. They pointed me toward this tiny bar called Zum Silbersack that I never would’ve found otherwise, and suggested hitting up Clouds for the harbor views – local knowledge that felt genuine, not scripted. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, no corporate nonsense or upselling attempts. Just “here’s your key, here’s how the neighborhood works, enjoy yourself.”
Look, this isn’t a place where you’ll find a concierge or room service – it’s a 3-star spot that knows exactly what it is and delivers on that promise completely. The perfect rating makes sense when you consider they’re not trying to be something they’re not. If you want sterile luxury, book somewhere in the city center and pay twice as much. But if you want to actually experience Hamburg’s most fascinating district from the inside out, stay here. You’ll end up with stories worth telling and probably discover parts of the city that most tourists never see. Just pack earplugs if you’re a light sleeper – the neighborhood doesn’t really quiet down until around 4 AM, and that’s part of its charm.
To book a hotel in Hamburg during the famous Hamburg DOM festival season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the city attracts maritime enthusiasts and culture lovers from around the world.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $290. Two-Bedroom Apartment with View with 2 large double beds and 1 bunk bed for Max persons: 2


Reviews
Ingo from Germany – 18 March 2025 (10/10)
Die Lage war 1a und Nachts war es auch ruhig.
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Antonipark: 450 m
- Panoptikum: 350 m
- Volksschule 1888: 300 m
- Erotic Art Museum: 400 m
- Heiligengeistfeld: 750 m
- Schauermanns Park: 400 m
- Spielplatz Zirkusweg: 600 m
- U-Boat Museum Hamburg: 750 m
- Ehem. Israelitisches Krankenhaus: 350 m
- Abenteuerspielplatz am Brunnenhof: 700 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Kiezzeria: 20 m
- Restaurant Kk Reeperbahn 115: 30 m
- Restaurant Döner Welt Getränke Welt: 20 m
Top attractions:
- Schanzenpark: 2.4 km
- Hamburg Dungeon: 2.3 km
- Old Elbe Tunnel: 1.2 km
- St. Pauli Piers: 750 m
- Dialog im Dunkeln: 3 km
- Planten un Blomen: 2.1 km
- Miniatur Wunderland: 2.3 km
- Bucerius Kunst Forum: 2.3 km
- Gustav Mahler Museum: 1.3 km
- Hamburg History Museum: 1 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Inner Alster Lake: 2.8 km
- Forest Wandsbeker Gehölz: 10 km
Public transport:
- Train Reeperbahn: 250 m
- Train Landungsbrücken: 950 m
- Metro St. Pauli underground station: 700 m
- Metro Landungsbrücken underground station: 900 m
Closest airports:
- Hamburg Airport: 8 km
- Lübeck Airport: 72 km
- Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 19 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Shared lounge/T V area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Clothes rack
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Heating
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Russian
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Luggage storage
Other for your stay:
- Linen


Rules
Pets:
- Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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:
- Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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