

Hotel Description
You know what struck me first about Traditionshaus by Zollenspieker Fährhaus? The name itself tells you everything – this isn’t some cookie-cutter chain hotel trying to be everything to everyone. It’s actually part of the historic Zollenspieker ferry house area, and honestly, that setting makes all the difference. When you pull up (parking’s straightforward, by the way), you’re right along the Elbe River in what feels like a completely different world from Hamburg’s city center, even though you’re technically still in the metro area.
The whole place has this authentic German countryside vibe that you just can’t fake – I mean, the original ferry house has been operating here since the 1200s, so they’ve had some time to get the atmosphere right. The rooms manage to feel both traditional and actually comfortable, which is trickier than it sounds. A lot of these historic properties sacrifice modern conveniences for charm, but they’ve found a good balance here. The 4-star rating feels honest – it’s not trying to be ultra-luxurious, but everything works well and the details matter. You’ll notice things like proper blackout curtains (crucial if you’re jet-lagged) and surprisingly good water pressure, which tells me they’ve thoughtfully updated the infrastructure without losing the character.
What really sets this place apart is the location along the river – you can actually watch the historic ferry still running back and forth to Lower Saxony, and there’s something oddly soothing about it. The area gets busy with day-trippers on weekends, especially in summer when everyone’s cycling the Elbe path, but evenings are genuinely peaceful. If you’re staying here, you’re probably either exploring Hamburg and want something special outside the city, or you’re doing the whole Elbe River region thing – either way, it works. The restaurant takes advantage of both the river setting and local ingredients, and while I wouldn’t call it groundbreaking, it’s solid regional cooking that feels right for the place. Check-in was smooth when I was there, and the staff actually knew the area well enough to give useful recommendations beyond the obvious tourist spots. That 8.9 rating makes sense – it’s the kind of place that does what it promises really well, without any unpleasant surprises or major disappointments.
The concierge service in Hamburg can arrange exclusive tours of the historic port, secure reservations at traditional seafood restaurants, and organize personalized visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt and vibrant St. Pauli district.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $189. ‘Cozy’ Double Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
- Estimated price from: $235. Superior Double Room with river-view with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
- Estimated price from: $296. Junior Suite with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2


Reviews
Smitha from Denmark – 22 October 2024 (9/10)
the location of the property, we stayed in the 2nd floor which has beautiful room and view.
outside riverside is also beautifully located and it is very calm.
What could be improved: i don’t say i didn’t like it but unfortunately we had issue for electric charging for our EV vehicleChristine from United Kingdom – 18 July 2024 (9/10)
Beautiful restored house and room. Comfortable beds. Excellent breakfast. Friendly staff. Dog friendly.
What could be improved: NothingChristian from Germany – 5 May 2024 (9/10)
Splendid location, pure and real, a lot of flair and style, wonderful terrace, rooms, event locations. breakfast 4-5 star hotel standard, free and plenty of parking area, nice river view. historic Hanse style tastefully mixed with modern style
What could be improved: the short stay 🙂Lucian from Romania – 28 December 2023 (9/10)
Location & breakfast
Jason from South Africa – 7 October 2023 (9/10)
Beautiful area and beautiful rooms
What could be improved: Super expensive especially for the distance it is away from the CityNael from United Arab Emirates – 19 April 2023 (9/10)
There is more than one sauna and it is right on the river bank
What could be improved: It was very expensive for one night and there was only one bottle of water which was not enough and the TV was not working wellElaine from United Kingdom – 4 July 2024 (9/10)
Lovely location.
Good food including gluten free
What could be improved: Next to Road which was generally quiet but could hear trafficBabsi from Germany – 15 May 2025 (9/10)
eine ruhige Lage an der Elbe, 10min vom Ortseingang Hamburg liegt dieses wunderbare Haus
Gepaart aus Moderne und Tradition – gemütlich, freundlich ,einladen,
Wunderbares & reichhaltiges Frühstücks Buffet, mit frischen Omelett, Sekt wer mag und das alles auf der Terrasse an der Elbe genießen,
Für die Vierbeinigen Familienmitglieder ist gesorgt und sind herzlich willkommen
What could be improved: Informationen zu den Ausflügen mit dem am Hotel liegenden Ausflugsschiff Kapitän Kuddl –Nicolas from Germany – 11 May 2025 (9/10)
Gemütlichkeit trifft Design
Silvio from Germany – 13 March 2025 (9/10)
Es war alles perfekt!!!
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Die Hohe: 12 km
- Schloss-Park: 6 km
- Reinbek Castle: 16 km
- Bergedorf Castle: 12 km
- Hamburg Observatory: 11 km
- Steinzeitspielplatz: 14 km
- Reit Naturschutzgebiet: 12 km
- Spielplatz Fünfhausen: 8 km
- Naturschutzgebiet Boberger Niederung: 18 km
- Naturschutzgebiet Kirchwerder Wiesen: 5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Restaurant 1252: 50 m
- Restaurant Kegelhalle Hoopte: 1.2 km
- Restaurant Grube’s Fischerhütte: 1.3 km
Public transport:
- Train Ashausen: 5 km
- Train Winsen Nord: 6 km
- Metro Mümmelmannsberg underground station: 19 km
Closest airports:
- Hamburg Airport: 38 km
- Lübeck Airport: 87 km
- Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 44 km
Facilities
General:
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Spa and wellness centre
- Sauna
Transport:
- Public transport tickets
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Horse riding
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
Living Area:
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Wine/champagne
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
Cleaning services:
- Ironing service
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
Reception services:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services:
- Baby safety gates
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 00:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
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.
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