The Westin Hotel, Hamburg
The Westin Hamburg occupies a spectacular position within the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg’s most iconic modern landmark. Designed by the renowned Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron, the building rises from the historic Kaispeicher A, a 1960s red-brick warehouse once used for cocoa and coffee. This fusion of old-world industrial storage and a shimmering, wave-like glass superstructure creates a striking visual contrast that defines the city’s waterfront.
The hotel itself is a masterclass in modern design, with interiors curated by Tassilo Bost. The rooms are designed with a purist aesthetic, focusing on themes of sand, air, and water to complement the harbour views. One of the standout features is the 20-meter indoor pool located in the expansive 1,300-square-meter spa, which provides a serene escape high above the bustling river.
Architecturally, the Elbphilharmonie is a feat of engineering; the concert hall at its core is acoustically “decoupled” from the rest of the building on steel springs to eliminate vibrations. Guests staying at the hotel enjoy direct access to the public Plaza—a viewing platform at a height of 37 meters that offers 360-degree panoramic views of the entire port.
Location-wise, the hotel is perfectly placed in HafenCity. It is just a short walk from the historic Speicherstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its red-brick warehouses and canals. Other nearby attractions include the interactive Miniatur Wunderland and the classic St. Michaelis Church, making it a dream spot for those wanting to explore Hamburg’s rich maritime history.
Expert reviews
“The Westin Hamburg opened in 2016 and occupies 19 floors of the Elbphilharmonie, offering breathtaking views over the Hafencity and Elbe through the floor-to-ceiling glass bubble windows that ripple across the facade. The decor subtly echoes the wavy design of the building, from the lampshades to the wallpaper.”
Shortlisted in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Hamburg, Germany.
“The Westin Hamburg, set inside the upper section of the Elbphilharmonie, offers the usual upscale comforts associated with the brand as well as some additional cultural appeal. A location close to the HafenCity and Speicherstadt is convenient, and the hotel offers a decent restaurant and spa too.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
24 October 2025
Loved the view
Breakfast very overpriced. We just had a coffee and a bite of fruit for 74 euros!!
No mere coffee option- extortion
20 October 2025
Great location, rooms with a stunning view, great SPA and pool. Great for families!
Great location, rooms with a stunning view, great SPA and pool. Great for families!
The pool only had tiny windows, while the SPA area had floor to ceiling windows.
14 October 2025
I had high expectations and wasn’t disappointed. Stunning!
Stunning views. Amazing room, so well designed. Most comfortable bed and the best pillows ever.
We attended a concert at The Elbphilharmonie and it was perfect! Great gym and pool (for a hotel) as well.
12 October 2025
Pleasantly memorable stay in world-renowned landmark
Excellent location, magnificent architecture, clean rooms, pleasant, professional and accommodating staff, pleasant and reasonably priced restaurant, good selection of amenities. Lenient time-frame for both breakfast and checkout.
Price is on the high end, but that is to be expected. One of the access cards initially did not work in elevator but was fixed by staff within minutes.
8 October 2025
Loved the view, the convenience and very friendly reception staff.
The perfect place to stay is visiting Hamburg for a concert at the Elbphilharmonie. Convenient parking and access to the concert hall.
I don’t enjoy busy breakfast buffets which seem overpriced and an underwhelming experience to start the day.
28 September 2025
Great design hotel with friendly and helpful staff
Location, friendly and helpful staff, nice view and very comfortable and big size bed
Contemporary interior starts to get a bit dated, specifically in the bathroom , size of the room could be bigger
21 September 2025
We loved it
Proximity to concert hall
Room standard
View of city
Disappointed that we couldn’t eat at the restaurant (Fang und Feld).
Perhaps guests could be told of its popularity in advance, or on arrival
4 September 2025
Probably best place to stay in Hamburg, we enjoyed every minute.
Very nice Hotel. Perfect location for a vacation as well as concert visit.
Very professional and friendly staff.
We had a medical emergency during our stay and the hotel management was a great help.
1 September 2025
Great location to explore Hamburg
Location, fantastic views, great spacious room
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28 August 2025
Good quality and great experience
Great location and lovely hotel for our family. Staff were super.
Atrium rooms are exactly that. No idea what weather was like outside!
22 August 2025
A comfortable stay with a good view
Great location with amazing city and river views. Easy access to the viewing platform. Would be great if we book show there next time. Close to the newly opened Westfield Mall.
When we arrived at the room, the sheets were a bit ruffled, not as neatly laid out as our previous hotels. On the toilet seat, there seems to be residual stains /marks of cleaning products. I had carefully wiped down the toilet seat with disinfectant before we used it. I bought some new chocolates and stored them in the fridge but only realised that I forgot about them after we checked out. When my husband returned to the hotel and asked about the items in the fridge, the hotel said nothing was found in the fridge.
30 July 2025
Nice building. Hotel services were average.
Long wait at reception
No tea on room.
24 July 2025
Very special short stay in Hamburg
Stunning location, very comfortable
6 July 2025
Room was really comfortable and quiet and the view from the window was amazing!
Location
ATM exchange rate in the lobby was crazy (extra $35 to withdraw euro) and bar prices were a bit high.
15 June 2025
Excellent place to stay if you are visiting the Elbphilharmonie
We loved the location and the comfort
We liked everything
9 June 2025
Great 2 night stay to explore the city and what a show
Great location if attending a concert at the Elbphilamonie with wonderful quick meal and drink before the concert. Hotel is also well located to explore Hamburg Port with a train station near by to get you into the centre of town.
Location, Bar, Bed.
3 June 2025
Beautiful hotel, shame about the extortionate breakfast prices!
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the rooms are very spacious.
We had the inner atrium view room, it was disappointing as we were unaware that we would have zero view of the outside world. Difficult to know what the weather was like.
The pillows were extremely uncomfortable, even my children complained they were flat!
Considering the cost of the room per night you’d expect breakfast to be included but we had a bill for breakfast, £111 each day! Extortionate considering we were 2 adults and 2 young children (children simply having a small bowl of yoghurt and granola). After experiencing breakfast twice at the hotel we decided to explore the restaurants on the harbour and we were extremely happy with the breakfasts on offer. Would highly recommend.
4 May 2025
A weekend in Paradise!
The location, adjacent to the Elbephilharmonie and with glorious views of the city and the Elbe
Nothing!
4 April 2025
World class comfort & wonderful views, swimming pool excellent, bar snacks healthy and delicious and good value
Comfortable beds & room, stylish, fabulous views, superb pool, small window area opening for fresh air within the vast wall to ceiling windows (ie not a completely sealed in environment). Closeness to Elbphilarmonie and the highlights of Hamburg.
21 March 2025
Gem of Hamburg
This is a great hotel in a good location. Very closed to metro station
When we arrived, the hotel's concierge, Mr. Franky, greeted us and helped us with whatever we needed. Mr. Franky made us feel very comfortable and friendly.
We were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary, and Ms. Jackeline upgraded our room at a special price.
The welcome was really sweet from her as was the cake that was waiting for us as a gift in our room.
Very nice interior pool , nice bar and very good breakfast !
Need to say that we are excited for both Westin Hamburg and Hamburg city . for sure , we will be back ❤
15 March 2025
Great location and magnificient building
Location, building architecture view from the room
5 March 2025
A unique hotel for a special treat.
Great view from room over the harbour, & a beautiful building.
The Blick bar was very friendly, food was excellent if quite pricey.
The breakfast was good, but expensive.
27 February 2025
Fantastic view and style
Fantastic view and style. Perfect for attending concert.
13 February 2025
Spectacular views, amazing architecture...
Amazing location! Rooms with the view are spectacular! Fantastic designs all through the hotel.If you're going to a concert in Elphie, it's a dream. You park you car in the underground carpark €35 for hotel guests. Lift to the hotel and then you are indoors for your room, all facilities, including concert halls. Perfect!
We were charged €100 DEPOSIT. I find it outrageous, especially in the light of the fact that hotel has access to my credit card, anyway! It was returned after few days. Not an elegant practice for a 5☆hotel.
16 December 2024
Looking for something extraodinary? Westin Hamburg is the answer.
An overnight stay at The Westin Hamburg is an experience unlike any other, offering accommodation within the unique and awe-inspiring atmosphere of the Elbphilharmonie. There truly is no hotel quite like it.
The staff are professional, attentive, and kind. The breathtaking window views showcase the full panorama of Hamburg. Staying in the iconic building of one of the world’s most stunning concert halls is unforgettable and a highlight in itself.
It is definitely not cheap, but the experience is worth every penny. We highly recommend this extraordinary hotel for anyone seeking a blend of luxury, culture, and unparalleled charm.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Paid WiFi
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa & wellness centre
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Foot bath
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Face masks for guests available

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3 November 2025
Everything was perfect and we can highly recommend staying at this hotel.