
Rotherbaum makes for a relaxing, easy-going weekend city-break. It's a quiet corner of Hamburg, with the benefit of being right beside Lake Alster. The scenery is tranquil and magnificent. Plus, there are some charming cafes and restaurants strung along the water front. Some advice from our Guru: book a boat ride as the sun sets — it's truly magical. Take a stroll to Planten un Blomen park and enjoy the fragrance of the botanical gardens, or amble the other way to the historic centre of Hamburg — the Altstadt is only a 15 minute stroll away! The best hotels in Rotherbaum cater to this gentle pace of life, ranging from all-out luxury hotels with infinity pools overlooking the lake, to homely boutique B&Bs in peaceful surroundings.
For five star luxury

- If you're looking for five star luxury overlooking Lake Alster, The Fontenay is the one to book. The beautifully designed rooms spill out to private balconies, there are two superb restaurants (including the Michelin-starred Lakeside Restaurant, with its fab lake views), but for many the icing on the cake is the spacious, pampering rooftop spa, with its stunning indoor/outdoor infinity pool and incredible views.
A charming B&B

- Hadley's B&B is on the homelier end of the spectrum, a lovely boutique B&B set in an old hospital with a great cafe. Though it's in a quiet district, it's only a short walk from the buzz of St. Pauli and the Reeperbahn, and there's a metro station nearby, making sightseeing very easy (the hearty breakfasts help too!). Low key and totally charming.
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