Luxury hotels in Hamburg

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Hamburg. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This 5-star hotel is located on the Alster Lake in the heart of Hamburg. The Fairmont Hamburg offers gourmet cuisine, free WiFi and a luxury spa and fitness club. The spacious rooms of the Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten feature rich décor. All rooms include an espresso machine, flat-screen TV, DVD player and free films. A buffet breakfast and afternoon cakes are served in the Biedermeier-style Café Condi. Guests can dine in the elegant Haerlin restaurant, which has 2 Michelin stars. Japanese Cuisine with South American specialities can be enjoyed in the design restaurant Nikkei Nine. The Vier Jahreszeiten Hamburg has a selection of bars, including a beautiful lakeside terrace along the Alster Lake. The Hamburg Fairmont is 500 metres from Gänsemarkt Underground Station. The elegant Jungfernstieg shopping street, the Staatsoper Opera and Hamburg’s CCH Exhibition Centre are all within a 10-minute walk. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 352 EUR.

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• 2 The Fontenay Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. The Fontenay is a 5-star hotel situated on the shore of the Alster Lake in Hamburg, within walking distance of the famous shopping area at Jungfernstieg. The city resort offers a 1,000 m² rooftop spa with an indoor/outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy meals at the Lakeside gourmet restaurant with views over the Alster Lake as well as at the Parkview all-day-dining restaurant. The innovative Fontenay Bar offers a 320° panoramic view. In-room-dining is available 24 hours a day. Every room at this hotel is air-conditioned and features free WiFi as well as floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful views of the surroundings. Some rooms feature stunning lake views. Some rooms and suites offer a private furnished balcony, a walk-in wardrobe and a seating area. The Elbphilharmonie concert hall is 3.5 km from the property. Hamburg Airport is 8 km away. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 310 EUR.

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• 3 GRAND ELYSEE Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This 5-star hotel in Hamburg's Rotherbaum district offers free high-speed WiFi, 3 Restaurants, 2 bars, 1 Cafe and a luxurious spa with indoor swimming pool. The Alster Lake and Jungfernstieg shopping district are less than a 15-minute walk away. The bright and spacious rooms at Grand Elysée are elegantly furnished. All rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV, satellite sports channels, an entertainment system and a modern bathroom. Guests enjoy a spacious wellness area in the 1000 m² Elyseum Wellness & Spa with an indoor pool, saunas, one hot tube and gym. The Grand Elysée Hamburg offers European specialities in Theo's, Piazza Romana and the Brasserie Flum. Drinks and snacks are also served in the Boulevard Café, Oyster Bar and the Bourbon Street Bar, where live jazz is also played. Hamburg’s CCH Congress Centre and the Dammtor Train Station are 400 metres from the Grand Elysée Hamburg. Grand Elysée Hamburg offers a Boutique called Stilhouse Blocker with exclusive fashion. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 200 EUR.

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• 4 Fraser Suites Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Hamburg. Ideally set in Hamburg, Fraser Suites Hamburg features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna. The property is allergy-free and is situated 600 metres from Miniatur Wunderland. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. The rooms are fitted with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms also boast a kitchenette fitted with a fridge. At Fraser Suites Hamburg every room includes bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or vegetarian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, French and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. With staff speaking Arabic, German, English and French, advice is available at the reception. Popular points of interest near Fraser Suites Hamburg include St. Michael's Church, Town Hall Hamburg and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport, 9 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 176 EUR.

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• 5 Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This 5-star hotel on the River Elbe offers elegant rooms with free WiFi, an impressive restaurant and a spa. Hamburg’s city centre is 20 minutes away by bus. The Hotel Louis C. Jacob is over 200 years old. All rooms and suites include wooden flooring, hand-made rugs, walk-in wardrobes and a Nespresso coffee machine. Some rooms offer great views of the River Elbe. Jacobs Restaurant provides modern cuisine with French influences and a large wine cellar. The restaurant features crystal chandeliers, wall paintings and stucco ceilings. Diners can enjoy views of the linden terrace and the River Elbe. Rental bicycles are available. Hochkamp S-Bahn Station, Jenisch Park and Hirsch Park are all about 15 minutes away on foot. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 174 EUR.

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• 6 Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Centrally located in Hamburg’s Fleetinsel area, this 5-star hotel is a 5-minute walk from Lake Alster. The Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg’s air-conditioned rooms provide scenic views of the city or canal. Each includes cable TV, a work desk and a spacious bathroom with bathrobes. WiFi is available in all areas. In the Restaurant Saal, guests can enjoy light, tempting meals and plenty of genuine Hamburg atmosphere. . Sights near the Steigenberger Hamburg include the St. Michel Church and Hamburg Harbour, both just a 10-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 209 EUR.

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• 7 Hotel Atlantic Hamburg, Autograph Collection Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the Außenalster Lake, this classic in 2020 renovated hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a spa with indoor pool, a private cinema, restaurants and a bar. Hamburg Central Station is 1640 feet away. Behind its grand façade, the Hotel Atlantic Hamburg, Autograph Collection provides spacious rooms and suites with flat-screen TV and marble bathroom. Each floor is inspired by a different color. All rooms were renovated in 2012. On site is also the Energy Clinic spa, which features an exclusive treatment rooms and a gym overlooking the Außenalster Lake. The PrivateMax cinema for up to 12 people is another highlight at the Atlantic. Traditional Hamburg dishes and seasonal specialties are served in the Atlantic restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 224 EUR.

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• 8 The Westin Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Offering views of the river and the city, The Westin Hamburg is located in the building of the Elbphilharmonie, in the HafenCity district in Hamburg. The property features a spa and wellness area, a restaurant and bar as well as modern event & banquet facilities. The Westin Hamburg features free WiFi throughout the property for Marriott Bonvoy Members. Certain units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is also available. Guests at The Westin Hamburg can enjoy a buffet breakfast at the Fang & Feld Restaurant. HafenCity Hamburg is 900 metres from The Westin Hamburg, while St. Michaelis Church is 1 km away. Hamburg's Congress Center (CCH) is about 22 minutes away by public transport. The famous Speicherstadt with the Miniature Wonderland, Hamburg Dungeons, Landungsbrücken and the famous Musical Halls can all be reached in less than 20 minutes. The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport, 10 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 261 EUR.

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• 9 SIDE Design Hotel Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This design hotel features spacious accommodation, a spa with pool, and a rooftop terrace overlooking Hamburg. It is just 2 underground stops from Hamburg Central Station and includes free WiFi. Completely renovated in 2018, rooms at the 5-star SIDE hotel feature an eco-friendly heating/cooling system. The suites offer a classic, modern design with wooden furnishings. A flat-screen satellite TV with sky channels and a bathroom are also included. An international breakfast buffet is served daily. Quality cocktails and steak meals are served in the exclusive [m]eatery bar + restaurant which were renovated in the first quarter of 2018. The SIDE Spa includes a gym, sauna and hot tub. Massages and beauty treatments can be booked. Guests can also relax in the Sky Lounge on the 8th floor, which features a minimalist design. SIDE is located in Hamburg’s Neustadt district, a 3-minute walk from the Hamburg State Opera and Gänsemarkt Underground Station. Public garage is available at the SIDE. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 187 EUR.

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• 10 Privathotel Lindtner Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Featuring good connections to the city centre of Hamburg, the 5-star Privathotel Lindtner in the Heimfeld district of Hamburg offers individually designed rooms and suites. Free WiFi and free on-site parking are included. In addition to the sauna and the steam bath, the Lindtner Medical & Spa Beauty offers a variety of high-quality wellness and beauty treatments as well as medical therapies. The Lilium Restaurant offers fresh, imaginative cuisine while the Diele restaurant offers northern German specialities. Guests can also enjoy the on-site garden and terrace. A bottle of mineral water is complimentary on arrival. Privathotel Lindtner Hamburg is a certified green hotel. At the hotel, there is a Tesla charging station for electric vehicles. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 192 EUR.

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• 11 Hamburg Marriott Hotel Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This hotel offers traditional a grill restaurant and direct access to the exclusive Gänsemarkt shopping area. The Binnenalster lake is a 3-minute walk away. The Hamburg Marriott Hotel has air-conditioned, spacious rooms and suites that have recently been renovated. Wired and WiFi internet access are available for free. Guests can also enjoy an indoor pool, a sauna and a fitness center. The Cast Iron Grill restaurant serves popular and traditional dishes prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients. The Piano Bar offers live music and varied cake buffets every afternoon. The Gänsemarkt U-Bahn (underground) station is just a 3-minute walk from the Hamburg Marriott. It connects you to Hamburg Central Station in 5 minutes. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 179 EUR.

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• 12 Hyperion Hotel Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Hyperion Hotel Hamburg is located 800 metres from Speicherstadt. Guests can enjoy the BAR 11 on the eleventh floor and the on-site Gaumenfreund restaurant. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and paid parking is available. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV and include a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk at the property and can enjoy the bar which has a view over the city. The spa area includes a Kneipp footbath, a sauna and a whirlpool tub. Mönckebergstraße is 1 km from Hyperion Hotel Hamburg, while HafenCity Hamburg is 1.2 km away. Hamburg Airport is less than 10 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 115 EUR.

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• 13 Renaissance Hamburg Hotel Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. This elegant hotel lies in the centre of Hamburg, a 5-minute walk from the Alster Lake and Hamburg Town Hall. It has a historic façade, large rooms, and regional cuisine. The air-conditioned rooms at the Renaissance Hamburg Hotel include satellite TV and free newspapers on weekdays. Modern design with local Hanseatic touches, rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and free WiFi. The BRICKS Restaurant offers a selection of local and international dishes in the charm of the historic publishing house. The best, freshest quality, local and sustainable products are waiting for you. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with us in Hamburg. Guests can enjoy snacks and drinks in the Bricks Lounge, where musical entertainment is offered each Thursday, featuring local artists and DJs. Renaissance Hamburg features a fitness centre. Guests also enjoy free use of the gym, pool and sauna at the nearby Hamburg Marriott. Jungfernstieg Station is a 5-minute walk from the Renaissance. This provides direct links to Hamburg Central Station and the lively Reeperbahn street. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 161 EUR.

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• 14 Le Méridien Hamburg Hamburg, Germany

  

  Hotel. Le Méridien Hamburg is a design hotel located in the city centre directly on the Alster Lake with spectacular views. Guests can enjoy the Heritage Restaurant and Bar on the 9th floor, free usage of the health club with a fitness centre and pool as well as free WiFi access throughout the property. Rooms at Le Méridien Hamburg feature modern ambience with either wooden or carpet flooring, elegant bathrooms with bathtub or shower, a flat-screen TV, air-conditioning as well as hot drinks facilities. Guests have free access to various online newspaper and magazines. An international breakfast buffet at the Heritage Restaurant and Bar is available each morning. The restaurant offers stunning panoramic views of the Alster Lake and Hamburg city centre. Guests can also choose to dine at the restaurant, which specialises in a modern fusion of Asian and French cuisine and dry aged steaks out of the 800°C Southbend oven. Due to high demand, the Le Méridien Hamburg recommends booking in advance. The Spa area offers pure relaxation on 450 m². It features a heated indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center and a steam bath. Other hotel facilities include a modern lobby with a working area and a day bar. The Hamburg Main Station is a 10-minute walk away from the hotel. A diverse selection of shops, museums, and restaurants are all just within a 10-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 161 EUR.

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• 15 OBERDECK Studio Apartments - Adults only Hamburg, Germany

  

  Aparthotel. Situated in Hamburg, 300 metres from Hamburg-Altona Train Station and 2.4 km from Port of Hamburg, OBERDECK Studio Apartments - Adults only features accommodation with free WiFi and a terrace. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dining table, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge, a dishwasher and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. St. Pauli Piers is 2.6 km from the aparthotel, while Millerntor Stadium is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport, 9 km from OBERDECK Studio Apartments - Adults only. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!