Hamburger Berg 35, St. Pauli, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
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Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place? I was expecting some generic business hotel when I heard “Residence Reeperbahn,” but honestly, it’s got way more character than that suggests. The location is actually brilliant if you want to experience Hamburg properly – you’re right in the thick of things on the Reeperbahn (yeah, that infamous entertainment district), but the Schanze part of the name isn’t just marketing speak. You’re genuinely positioned between St. Pauli’s nightlife chaos and the Schanzenviertel’s hip, artsy vibe.

The thing is, this isn’t your typical 3-star setup. The rooms feel more like proper apartments than hotel boxes, which makes sense given the “Residence” name. I mean, you’ve got actual kitchen facilities that work – not those tiny fridges and sad coffee makers you usually get. The furnishing is sort of minimalist-modern, nothing fancy but everything functions well. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being smack in the middle of everything. You’d think being on the Reeperbahn would mean constant street noise, but they’ve clearly thought about soundproofing. Well, mostly – Friday and Saturday nights you’ll definitely hear some action, but that’s just Hamburg for you.

Here’s what sold me on the place: the staff actually knows the neighborhood. When I asked about getting to the Elbphilharmonie, the guy at reception didn’t just point me toward the U-Bahn – he mentioned which exit to take and warned me about construction on Bernhard-Nocht-Straße that was adding ten minutes to the walk. Those little details matter when you’re trying to navigate a city. The whole area comes alive differently depending on when you’re there. Mornings are surprisingly peaceful (everyone’s sleeping off the night before), afternoons buzz with people heading to the Karolinenviertel for coffee, and evenings… well, you know what happens on the Reeperbahn after dark. But honestly, even if clubbing isn’t your thing, being this close to Sternschanze means you’re walking distance from some of Hamburg’s best independent shops and that amazing Saturday market on Wilhelmsplatz. Check-in was smooth, parking is tricky like anywhere in this part of town (street parking only, basically), and that 8.7 rating makes total sense – it’s the kind of place that does what it promises without trying to be something it’s not.

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.

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Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site

Building characteristics:

  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Baby safety gates
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00
  • 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 enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

8.4

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.0

Cleanliness:

8.2

Value for money:

8.2

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