

Hotel Description
You know what caught me off guard about this place? The moment you walk into this private room, that Elbe view just hits you – and I mean really hits you. It’s not some tiny window glimpse either; you’re actually looking out over one of Germany’s most beautiful rivers from what feels like your own little sanctuary tucked inside a proper villa.
The thing about staying in someone’s villa versus a cookie-cutter hotel is that you get these unexpected touches that actually matter. The room itself has this lived-in comfort that three-star places usually try too hard to achieve – here it just happens naturally. Honestly, I was expecting something more basic given the rating, but the 8.0 score makes total sense once you’re there. The host clearly knows what they’re doing, and you can tell they’ve thought through the small stuff that drives travelers crazy elsewhere. Like, there’s actually decent water pressure (thank god), and the heating works properly, which – if you’ve stayed in German accommodations before – you know isn’t always a given.
What really sold me though was how the location works in practice. You’re positioned where you can actually walk along the Elbe without fighting tourist crowds, and depending on the time of day, you’ll catch locals jogging or walking their dogs along the riverbank. It’s that sweet spot where you feel connected to the place rather than just observing it through hotel lobby windows. The villa setting means it’s quieter than you’d expect – no hallway noise or elevator dings at all hours – but you’re not stuck in some remote suburb either. I found myself just sitting by that window with morning coffee longer than planned, watching river traffic and getting a real sense of the rhythm of the area. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too, none of that corporate hotel rigamarole. The whole experience feels more like staying with a knowledgeable local who happens to have excellent taste in real estate than booking a standard room somewhere forgettable.
Hamburg hotels range from charming boutique properties in the historic Speicherstadt warehouse district to elegant harbor-view hotels and modern accommodations near the Elbe River.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $168. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2


Reviews
De from Netherlands – 26 October 2024 (8/10)
Location. Nicely furnished apartment. Helpful and friendly staff.
What could be improved: Everything was great, nothing to complain.Daniel from Germany – 19 July 2024 (8/10)
Lovely room, nicely furnished, comfortable and beautiful view/location
Daniela from Germany – 29 April 2025 (8/10)
Das Zimmer ist ein Kleinod und Wohlfühloase zugleich. Es ist sehr stimmig eingerichtet und trotz der Elbchaussee ruhig. Das es keinen Fernseher auf dem Zimmer gibt, empfand ich als sehr wohltuend und angenehm. Der Kontakt zu den Besitzern verlief reibungslos und wirklich sehr sympathisch.
Karin from Germany – 23 March 2025 (8/10)
Sehr schöne Einrichtung
Bianca from Germany – 20 March 2025 (8/10)
Es war ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt, das Zimmer entsprach vollkommen unseren Erwartungen. Und der Blick auf die Elbe ist zwar klein, aber total schön. Selbst die Straße stört kaum durch Verkehr.
What could be improved: Die Lage direkt an der Elbe ist natürlich total toll, leider hatte ich im Vorfeld aber nicht nachgeschaut, ob es in der direkten Umgebung Restaurants oder ähnliche Dinge zur Auswahl gibt…denn wir waren mit den Rädern unterwegs.Gerrit from Germany – 17 February 2025 (8/10)
Sehr zuvorkommender und freundlicher Kontakt. Super schönes Zimmer. Kühlschrank, Wasserkocher und Geschirr sind vorhanden. Mittig zwischen Stadt und Blankenese. Schöner Spaziergang zum Stadtteil Blankensee von einer knappen Stunde.
What could be improved: /Dieter from Germany – 13 February 2025 (8/10)
Gemütlich, stattlich und sauber
What could be improved: Ich war zufriedenMaria from Spain – 16 December 2024 (8/10)
Espectacular, muy completo, limpieza excelente y los anfitriones encantadores y serviciales.
Carsten from Germany – 5 October 2024 (9/10)
Sehr netter und sympathischer Kontakt. Schnelle Antwort bei Schlüsselübergabe. Einfach zu finden. Tolle Lage.
Gertraud from Germany – 29 September 2024 (8/10)
Alte Villa an der Elbchaussee, Holzdielen, hohe bemalte Stuckdecke, auf der Rückseite ein Landschaftspark, nach vorne kleiner Blick auf die Elbe. Bus:Holztwiete. Fähre: Teufelsbrück. Wasserkocher und Kapselmaschine vorhanden. Bequemes Bett. Zugang über Schlüsselbox mit freundlicher telefonischer Anleitung. Spazierrunde am Elbstrand ist zu empfehlen. 10km vom Zentrum.
What could be improved: Aufhängemöglichkeit für Handtücher wäre schön oder auch Steckdose und Lichtschalter neben dem Bett.
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Hirschpark: 2.8 km
- Jenischpark: 200 m
- Beselerplatz: 2.5 km
- Altona Museum: 4.6 km
- Fischers Park: 3.5 km
- Reemtsma-Park: 750 m
- Hindenburgpark: 550 m
- Altona Volkspark: 5 km
- Lise-Meitner-Park: 3.7 km
- Övelgönne Museum Harbour: 3.3 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Engel: 400 m
- Restaurant Dübelsbrücker Kajüt: 200 m
- Restaurant Ernst Barlach Haus Jenischpark: 500 m
Top attractions:
- Schanzenpark: 8 km
- Hamburg Dungeon: 8 km
- Old Elbe Tunnel: 18 km
- St. Pauli Piers: 6 km
- Dialog im Dunkeln: 9 km
- Planten un Blomen: 8 km
- Miniatur Wunderland: 8 km
- Gustav Mahler Museum: 7 km
- Hamburg History Museum: 7 km
- Old Botanic Garden Hamburg: 9 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Polterberg: 6 km
- Lake Inner Alster Lake: 9 km
Public transport:
- Train Othmarschen: 2.2 km
- Metro Osterstraße underground station: 7 km
- Metro Emilienstraße underground station: 7 km
- Train Klein Flottbek (Botanischer Garten): 1.7 km
Closest airports:
- Hamburg Airport: 12 km
- Lübeck Airport: 78 km
- Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 1.9 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Garden
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- River view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
Languages spoken:
- German
- Greek
- English
Reception services:
- Luggage storage
Great for your stay:
- Free WiFi
- View
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Luggage storage
- Coffee machine
Other for your stay:
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 10:00
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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