Location
The hotel is located right on the banks of the River Elbe in Hamburg's Finkenwerder district and offers a stunning view of the harbour and of the suburbs of the city which lie along the Elbe. The hotel has its own pier from which guests can easily take the ferry to Teufelsbrück or St Pauli Landungsbrücken in the city centre (a 45-minute journey). The hotel is also within easy reach of the centre of Hamburg by bus and underground train (Nordmeerstrasse station is 2 km) and the A7 motorway is only a few kilometres away. The neighbouring fruit-growing area Altes Land is the biggest such area in Europe and only a stone's throw away from the hotel.
Facilities
The hotel has 5 junior suites, 5 suites, 10 single rooms and 160 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a queen-size bed. For a fee, extra beds or children's beds can be provided for little travellers. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A kitchenette with a mini fridge is also provided. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include cycling/mountain biking, tennis, a gym, aerobics, a spa and a sauna or, for a fee, massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.