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The Fontenay

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

The Fontenay

  • 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 BandB

  • 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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The Best Hotels in Rotherbaum

Hadley's B&B
Hadley's B&B

Hamburg

A boutique BnB well located for accessing Hamburg. Individually styled rooms all feature parquet flooring, modern art and sitting rooms, but note, shared bathrooms. The best have a small wooden staircase leading to a mezzanine sleeping space. The cafe serves an indulgent breakfast. A homely stay.

  • Local exploring - A homely base, well located next to the underground giving one easy access to the city.
  • Great walks - Wander through the nearby Sternschanzenpark and admire the pretty Water Tower.
  • Full of character
  • Boutique
from $81 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Fontenay
The Fontenay

Hamburg (Rotherbaum)

A stunning contemporary hotel overlooking Lake Alster. Architecturally beautiful exteriors and interiors set the scene at this luxury property with its subtle colour schemes, and stunning views from private balconies. Michelin starred dining and a top notch spa complete the picture. Superb!

  • Foodies - Foodies will love the exceptional two Michelin starred Lakeside restaurant with its sensational food and epic views
  • Local exploring - Beautifully located overlooking Lake Alster, yet just a short 15 minute stroll from the historic centre of Hamburg
  • Spa breaks - The Fontenay Spa is made for relaxation with sauna, treatment rooms, indoor/outdoor pool and roof terrace solarium
  • Views - Many of the rooms have balconies with superb views over Lake Alster
from $337 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Edmund Wise

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