The Hotel SIDE Hamburg is a 5-star hotel of contemporary design on Drehbahn, in Neustadt, right in the centre. It has a spa with a pool and a rooftop terrace, and it puts you a short walk from the Alster and the exhibition grounds.
Location and getting around
The Binnenalster lake, Dammtor station and the Messe Hamburg exhibition grounds are all about a 10-minute walk away. The Rathaus (town hall) and St Michael’s Church (the Michel) are about 15 minutes on foot.
According to the hotel, the main station is two U-Bahn stops away.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms use an eco-friendly climate control system and have a flat-screen TV with Sky channels. The suites mix classic and modern styles, with fine wooden furniture. There is free wifi throughout the building.
Breakfast is an international buffet. In the evening, the [m]eatery restaurant focuses on grilled meats and the Botanist Bar mixes cocktails. The spa has a pool and the rooftop terrace has views over Hamburg.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you are visiting the trade fair and want to walk there without staying right at the grounds.
- Ideal if you like interior design and want a modern hotel.
- Handy if you want a swim at the end of the day and to get around the centre on foot.
Good to know
You can check in from 15:00 and must check out before 12:00. At reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. If you are looking for more 5-star hotels in the centre, see the category page.