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Sir Nikolai Hotel, Hamburg

Katharinenstrasse 29, Hamburg City Center, 20457 Hamburg, Germany. (show on map)

Expert reviews

Telegraph review:

“This sassy boutique hotel, discreetly located on a quiet street between Hamburg’s Altstadt and HafenCity areas, offers a distinctly contemporary and cosmopolitan vibe. Attention to detail is obvious, from the comfortable and stylish rooms to the lively lounge and handsome restaurant.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Sir Nikolai Hotel, Hamburg. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 6th in Hamburg

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What guests liked

All you need to know

Without a doubt, Sir Nikolai stands as a posh boutique hotel that flawlessly integrates a blend of eclectic and historically nuanced décor, fitting seamlessly into its noble theme.

However, the luxury it offers is far from exclusive or elitist. The aristocratic aura is all in jest, and admission to this esteemed group relies not on lineage or riches, but solely on one’s refined taste in accommodation.

Sir Nikolai houses 94 rooms varying from the compact yet opulent Boutique rooms equipped with Marshall sound systems and Dead Clean bathroom amenities, to progressively more expansive Supremes and Suites, peaking at the over 600 square foot Residence.

Consistency in smart design is evident across all spaces, comfort is prioritized, and even the minutest aspects are thoughtfully balanced, reflecting the rigorous attention to detail that characterizes premier hotels.

Its on-site Japanese-Peruvian bistro, Izakaya Asian Kitchen & Bar may seem out of place in Hamburg’s hotel landscape, but it only adds to the charm. After all, who appreciates predictability?

 

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Recent guest reviews

5.0
Julian

13 November 2024

Will definitely stay here again

Lovely hotel with an exceptionally comfortable bed.

5.0
Gail

4 November 2024

Amazing hotel

Amazing location Excellent staff Beautiful hotel

5.0
Chris

2 November 2024

Look Forward to Luxury!

The Nikolai is pure luxury decorated elegantly. High quality furnishings and thoughtful design abound. Staff are warm and informative. Breakfast was extensive, beautifully presented and fresh.

The hotel requires the offsite parking pass card to be returned to the hotel after leaving the parking facility. The city driving makes this difficult. Be sure to add extra time to your schedule to accommodate.

5.0
Filip

31 October 2024

Stylish place to stay in the centre of Hamburg, worth the price, the bathroom was especially comfy and the breakfast was

The overall style was amazing

Cant think of anything

5.0
Joanne

30 October 2024

Great salty would stay again when visiting Hamburg.

Great location to explore the city . Very clean and modern rooms . Comfy beds .

Nothing all good .

4.0
Rachel

24 October 2024

Definitely recommend this hotel!

Gorgeous boutique property very elegant room with high end bar with high end drinks inside the room and large comfy bed. Large shower. Delicious breakfast. Delicious tapa restaurant was located directly next store.

Parking was difficult as area is located downtown. We were able to park near by but had to pay the meter parking which was tedious.

5.0
Doron

21 October 2024

Amazing stay

Everything was amazing! The bed the room the design the hospitality and the service. Thank you we will be back

5.0
Paul

20 October 2024

Loved every minute will come again

Great location very spacious excellent facilities

Nothing

4.0
Andrey

17 October 2024

A jewel on the water.

Definitely, a design hotel.

Overpriced breakfast.

4.0
Tina

15 October 2024

Very good

Location of car park was quite a walk away

4.0
Ludovic

14 October 2024

Recovered

Clean, design and layout

The toilets don’t have a handle inside room 106 which is a bit annoying so you can’t properly close the door, other than that all good and wonderful place to stay at

5.0
Mark

12 October 2024

Exceptional

Had a great stay in Hamburg at the Nikolai hotel. Probably among the first time that a hotel has exceeded the expectations. Great location, very nice room and services.

Windows were not clean.

5.0
Gary

11 October 2024

Exceptional

Great location overlooking the water. Rooms full of character. Great service from the staff

4.5
Jasmina46vr

10 October 2024

Fabulous

very friendly staff, nice bar downstairs, cool interior and magnificent bathroom (we were impressed with the bathroom the most). tasteful hotel.

not bad, just a comment: i asked for twin beds (they do not have separate beds at all but supposedly do have rooms with separate mattresses) and they said it was confirmed that we would get such a room. we ended up getting a normal small double bed (extremely narrow, so if you are not close to the person you are travelling with, book 2 rooms instead). after asking at the reception, they gave us a different room (an upgrade, as far as i could tell), but the bed was the same. however, the staff did change the single huge blanket and gave us two separate blankets, which was very much appreciated! thank you!

5.0
Orinta

6 October 2024

Excellent hotel

Super comfy, excellent equipped, very good breakfast

5.0
Tamara

6 October 2024

Highly recommended hotel to stay!

Excellent location, cozy boutique style interior, amazing breakfast with a voice of means from the menu.

The fridge did sign but I received 10% discount for that.

4.5
Philip

2 October 2024

Fabulous

Awesome room and view

Mattress could be softer

4.5
Andrew

27 September 2024

Great location

Excellent location, very friendly staff. Clean and comfy rooms.

Bathroom fan didn't work. Didn't have breakfast at the hotel as it was very expensive but there are nice cafes nearby.

4.5
Nicanor

27 September 2024

A good botique hotel in a nice location.

The room was nicely furnished. The bathroom had “his and hers” sinks with compartmentalized shower and toilet areas. The hotel was close to the city center and just across the beautiful Hamburg Port authority building.

The chef behind the food counter appeared disinterested and unhappy in his job. He’s the weakest link in that group. We asked for bacon and eggs and he dismissed us by saying that we have to tell that to the servers. A disappointment in a service organization who uses bureaucracy to avoid work.

5.0
Ang

24 September 2024

Fabulous hotel in a great location

We had a fantastic stay at the Nikolai Hotel Hamburg. The hotel is clean, well presented and in a great location. The staff are friendly and our suite was amazing, so many thoughtful little details were included. We look forward to returning.

5.0
Miriam

23 September 2024

Exceptional

The quality of the property was a real WOW! Exceeding every expectation. The room was EXCELLENT and service top class. Sometimes you do not get value for money, but this was definitely the case!

That parking was a bit difficult as it was 2 blocks away and the opening of the garage on Sunday is a bit complicated. However a staff member was so kind to walk to the garage to help us personally. Really appreciate that!

5.0
Gearoid

18 September 2024

Excellent hotel Superb hotel Excellent staff amazing food

Excellent rooms food and staff

Only there one night

5.0
Groschek

18 September 2024

Very nice location and staff, beautiful quiet and modern hotel

Nice location, very clean and modern

4.5
Maria

16 September 2024

Fabulous

Great location, very comfortable room and great design.

5.0
Amelia

16 September 2024

Great trip

Hotel was lovely and comfortable with great amenities

It was pricey

5.0
Jemma

14 September 2024

Beautiful luxury hotel with an awesome breakfast!

What’s not to like!? We booked the supreme room as I wanted a fabulous bath and it did not disappoint! The bath was awesome, the shower (which was a normal shower and rain shower option), and the overall bathroom were beautiful. We had a courtyard facing room which was great - it’s not a courtyard where people are stood outside making noise. The bed was so comfortable, there was even a chaise lounge. There was complimentary water and sweets. The minibar price list is on a QR code link. The breakfast was absolutely AMAZING! Juices, coffee, tea, beautiful meats and cheeses on the buffet as well as croissants, breads, cereal, and fruit. There was also a menu which could be ordered from (no extra cost unless you wanted extra eggs on top on the options) and that menu had pancakes, toasted muffins and eggs, and omelette options too. The staff were friendly, were kind enough to speak English with us, and we were able to leave our luggage before and after check in. The hotel was close to so much - 5 minute walk to Miniatur Wunderland, 10 minutes into the centre (Rathaus, shops, etc), but also super quiet.

Nothing not to like!

4.0
Milana

14 September 2024

Old world charm with a modern twist.

Surprisingly grand vestibule. Compact bedroom adequate for two adults. Breakfast room & veranda sited overlooking one of the many canals of Hamburg.

Little in the way of public transport options for this location, considerable walking distance to any attractions.

5.0
Margarethe

13 September 2024

Perfect stay in Hamburg

Nice and cozy rooms and great location. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a bit of confusion with the invoicing as the hotel charged us for the mini bar even though we didn‘t take anything. But they resolved it very quickly and we got the money back.

There was no price list for the mini bar in the room which was confusing. The check-in was a bit confusing as we already checked-in online but still needed to provide some information. Not sure if the online check-in is that beneficial. The toilet is quite small even though the room seems to have the space to extend the cabin a bit.

4.0
Nadiia

10 September 2024

Very good

Extremely nice staff, everything was fast, efficient and with great attitude. Location is great. The hotel has beautiful design in the common areas and in the rooms.

Bedding was not to my taste, so I didn’t manage to get a good sleep. But this is very individual preference.

4.0
Pamela

6 September 2024

Very good hotel in great location, quiet and comfortable but quite expensive

Good breakfast , great location , quiet and comfortable

I thought nearly 400 euros a night a bit on the pricey side for the facilities offered . But great location and friendly staff.

4.5
Alexandra

3 September 2024

Overall, great facililites and well worth the cost. Would stay again and recommend to others.

Beautiful room design, very accommdating,

Staff was not very friendly at check-in.

4.5
Olga

29 August 2024

Fabulous

- The location was excellent; I walked almost everywhere. - I really liked the view from the window, and the staff was incredibly helpful. - The interiors are beautifully designed and very stylish. - The lighting scenarios added a cozy atmosphere. - The bed and linens were super comfortable. - The toiletries in the bathroom were delightful.

- The refrigerator was quite noisy, which I only realized when I was trying to fall asleep. It took me a while to figure out how to turn it off. - For a hotel of this level, it would be nice to have slippers and a bathrobe provided in the room by default. - It wasn't clear that the water in the large glass bottle was a complimentary item. Perhaps a paper tag or holder would be helpful. - It was a bit tricky to figure out how to use the phone (even though it's a beautiful design). A small sticker at the bottom with the number to dial reception could be a nice touch.

4.0
Meredith

29 August 2024

Beautiful Boutique Hotel

The location , interior design, nice boutique vibe

The bathroom design

4.5
Alon

25 August 2024

Design . Wahoo.

Design design design Nice stuff Breakfast

Very small room. No standard bath. All open with door to the room. Means shower and toilet in cubicle. Not safe for elderly people. Just a trick to save place.

4.5
Ragnar

19 August 2024

Great stay for romantic getaway. Excellent location.

The room was very beautiful, the bet extremely comfy and breakfast buffet was excellent.

The 3 spiders found at the windows behind the window curtains.

5.0
Lynda

18 August 2024

Excellent in all way

Friendly and efficient staff

5.0
Robert

18 August 2024

Nice boutique hotel in the warehouse area.

It was a quiet area in the middle of the warehouse district. Nice walk to town hall area or the piers but may be too far for someone with mobility problems.

Nothing

4.5
Johanne

17 August 2024

Fabulous

The location was perfect, close to the city center, the main station and to other train connections.

4.5
Siri

15 August 2024

Lovely place, almost perfcet

Great location, beautiful interior and friendly staff who helped us late a night move to another room incl our luggage while we were out for dinner.

Breakfast was overpriced at €26 per person per night so we didn't get that (you can get coffee and scrambled eggs with sourdough bread for €15 at a cafe 300 m away). The rooms without a view has barely any daylight. (Windows towards the inner yard)

4.5
Natasa

14 August 2024

Excellent location, cosy and elegant design.

Great location, very cosy and well designed.

Parking is bit complicated to drive to and price 25€/day.

5.0
Dallaire

12 August 2024

Great stay in lovely Hamburg

The bed size was awesome, a real queen size and not those small twin bed that we see too often in Europe. The location is perfect, walking distance to anything that there is to see and 10 minutes walk to subway station. Helpful and friendly staff.

Not much. Maybe the fact that the breakfast seemed a bit expensive. There should be a la carte option for those that don't eat that much, maybe there was... And there should be some food offer at night to really take advantage of the nice hotel bar.

4.5
Alo

8 August 2024

Great staff, great room but no parking on site

Room was great, location to the train museum great, the river view was very nice, and we were able to walk to both the train museum and the downtown dinner area. The front desk reception was very good when we checked in too. The hotel was well worth the price and was very comfortable.

While booking this hotel the site said there was parking. the parking is not at the hotel but a few blocks away and not easy to get to by driving from the front door of the hotel. Although a bit of a challenge, the garage was closer by walking than driving and was mostly an inconvenience to me. However, the comments above in "what did you like" did outweigh this issue a bit. Had to bring luggage up a few steps to get to the front door and then a staircase to the front desk, not good when tired or a lot of luggage. (elevator was available but still up steps from the curbside) Parking out front to offload in a car nearly impossible. We had to park illegally to offload and when leaving the next day (the hotel staff were great and the parking was explained to me by phone just prior to our arrival, but at a time too late to make changes) Also the parking is certainly not the fault of the staff. Do not bring a car to this place if you can avoid it. The immediate surrounding area from the front door of the hotel offers nothing to look at, visit or even relax in. Walking at night to and from the museum was easy, and close, but a little sketch. Nothing happened at all, but uneasy feeling walking the narrow back streets to the hotel entrance at night.

4.5
Jan

7 August 2024

Very good location , well kept place , stylish in a opulent way.

Parking, but ok. It’s excellently located. And the car park is 10 min away I

4.5
Veronika

5 August 2024

Fabulous

Stylish and clean property with great location.

There are no slippers and bathrobes in the room.

4.5
Oliver

4 August 2024

nice equipped and well located hotel . would book again

nice equipped and well located hotel . would book again, very friendly breakfast staff

had the cheapest category of rooms - was very small

5.0
Marcel

3 August 2024

Exceptional

Spiders

5.0
Johnny

30 July 2024

Beautiful hotel - the staff are amazing

Immaculate, inviting rooms with a luxe feel. We had a sick child on the third day and the staff went out of their way to help us.

No food available. There is a beautiful underused dining room only open for breakfast, and a boring bar for night time. Some ambient music in this area, and the lobby would be nice too.

4.5
Victoria

29 July 2024

Relaxing birthday weekend

Spacious bedrooms and bathroom, huge bathtub, nice decor and very clean. Good location, the harbour and some nice cafes nearby and very quiet at night.

5.0
Ekaterina

29 July 2024

Exceptional

Perfect location and one of the most comfortable and luxury rooms seen in Europe. Higly modern, with delicious breakfas and minibar with huge luxury assortment. Walking distance to the shopping centers and museums. Hughly recomended for your stay in Hamburg 💓

5.0
Katherine

26 July 2024

Great stay!

Great location! Friendly reception. Spacious clean rooms.

Nothing.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Packed lunches
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • - Fax/photocopying

Parking

  • - Parking garage

Miscellaneous

  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
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