Famous for its waterways, classic brick buildings, and extraordinary cultural offerings, Hamburg is an incredibly rewarding destination in northern Germany . Stay at one of our hotels in Hamburg and explore the city from modern accommodations in central locations. .
Why stay with NH Hotel Group in Hamburg?
NH Hotel Group has many modern hotels in this lovely German city, with amenities including free WiFi and air conditioning. What’s more, our hotels have prime locations in Hamburg, very close to all the most important places of interest around the city.
Most centrally located is the NH Collection Hamburg City, which is very close to the most bohemian quarter of the city, the Schanzenviertel, the Hamburg Cathedral, and the Hamburg State Opera (Hamburgische Staatsoper). It is also –just a few meters from the famous St Pauli Messehallen, convention center.
The NH Hamburg Altona, is one of the best hotels in Hamburg with a spa: perfect for maximum relaxation and some pampering after a hectic day. It is located right in the city center so you can enjoy the comfort of reaching the city's main points of interest in a few minutes.
Meanwhile, the NH Hamburg Mitte hotel is close to the exhibition center and near shopping areas such as Jungfernstieg, Mönckebergstrasse or Schanzenviertel, , an avenue full of bars, stores, and restaurants.
The NH Hamburg Horner Rennbahn is located right next to the Derby Racecourse, offering stunning sunset and sunrise views over the racetrack. Additionally, the hotel features a gym and a sauna.
How’s the weather in Hamburg?
The weather in Hamburg is generally warm and mild, however, it varies throughout the year. Visit in June to mid-September to experience the city’s warm season , where the average daily high temperatures remain above 19ºC.
Winters, when countless visitors flock to Hamburg to experience such attractions as its Christmas parades and ice-skating, can get chilly. The coldest month in Hamburg is typically January when the average daily high and low temperatures are around 4ºC and -1ºC.
What to see in Hamburg?
Not only a key part of the city’s trading history, the Port of Hamburg (or Hamburger Hafen) remains lively to this very day. Boat tours are available, and you can also take the beautiful pedestrian trail to the 19th century Warehouse District, an UNESCO World Heritage Site which still displays the tall brick buildings where the most important trading goods were stored
The Hamburg Town Hall (Rathaus), built between 1886 and 1897, is one of Hamburg’s most remarkable landmarks. The impressive building stands at 112 meters tall and displays a marvelous Neo-Renaissance architectural style. Guided tours are available, which take visitors through the building’s opulent interior
There are not many museums like the Miniatur Wunderland: it has the largest model railway exhibit in the world. It covers 2,300 square meters, with miniature representations that include airports and areas in the USA and Scandinavia (among others). It’s truly a must-visit, especially if you’re visiting Hamburg with your kids.
The Hamburg Kunsthalle is a magnificent art museum, consisting of three connected buildings. It spans numerous eras with a modern art collection as well as an Old Masters Collection that goes as far back as the 14th century.
Don't forget to visit the large artificial lakes formed on the Alster River: the Aussenalster (Outer Alster) and the Binnenalster (Inner Alster). You can tour them by boat and they are surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops.
For lovely outdoor green spaces, visit the Planten un Blomen urban park. It contains the a botanical garden with tropical greenhouses and serves as a venue for many art performances. It’s a wonderful spot to relax in the open.
What to eat in Hamburg?
Due to Hamburg’s history as an often-visited port town, its culinary tradition grew to be very varied and features a wide range of ingredients. This results in diverse dishes ranging from labskaus, a traditional sailor meal with corned beef and beets among other ingredients, to grünkohl, stewed kale typically accompanied with sausages or smoked pork, and fischbrötchen, a simple yet appealing fish (typically pickled herring) sandwich.
Among the restaurants in Hamburg where you can try traditional German food at its finest you can find Anno 1905, which also stands out for its 19th century decorations, and Brodersen Restaurant, known for its labskaus. Be you sure to end at least one of your meals by trying Hamburg’s signature dessert: the rote grütze, which consists of berries or cherries served with custard.
How to arrive in Hamburg?
Hamburg has long been a major tourist destination and arriving in the city is a simple affair. For international flights, the city’s serviced by the Hamburg Airport (HAM), located around 8 kilometers from the city center. You can easily reach the city center from the airport by bus, train, or taxi—or by driving, reaching the Federal Motorway A7.
You can also arrive in Hamburg by car, since the city is connected with several motorways, by train at one of Hamburg’s four long distance train stations, or by buses, which connect Hamburg to the most important cities in Germany.
How to get around Hamburg?
Thanks, in part, to a fantastic public transport system that offers multiple options, getting around in Hamburg is a breeze. The Hamburg Public Transport Association will conveniently take you to all the important destinations in Hamburg thanks to its combination of buses, trains, and harbor ferries.
Cycling is another popular transport method in Hamburg. It allows you to reach the city’s major places of interest and enjoy the beautiful sights while doing so. There are even multiple guided bike tours that you can take, to help you in discovering Hamburg.
Driving offers visitors the most flexibility when exploring Hamburg and multiple car rental services are available in the city. On-street parking is readily available either for free or on metered spaces. Several car parks are also located throughout Hamburg.
Our NH Hotels in Hamburg offer you a wide range of accommodations, with the best service and first-class attention. We guarantee you a unique and enjoyable stay!
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