"The garden and the library are particularly nice, but the room was also stylish and comfortable."
Simona from Switzerland
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"Hence there is a well stocked library of these signed books, from which you can borrow to read from."
ghanbg from Germany
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"The hotel has two sites, the main building and an apartment building which is only seconds away."
Satoshi
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Rooms with literary flair
Hotel Wedina An Der Alster offers 57 rooms across four color-coded buildings, each themed around literature and architecture. Options range from compact budget rooms (starting at 9 sqm) to spacious apartments (up to 40 sqm). Many feature garden views through floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, or direct garden access. The Blue House contains 14 author-inspired rooms with exposed concrete and modern design, while the Harry Rowohlt room (33 sqm) includes event space with daylight and garden access. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, parquet floors, and free Wi-Fi; apartments add kitchenettes (€35/stay).
Books and breakfast
ZeitBar in the Red House serves a breakfast buffet (€19.50) with regional products, homemade bread, and lactose-free/vegan options from 6:30-11:00 AM. The same space transforms into a bar from noon-10:00 PM, offering small homemade dishes and drinks. Over 300 autographed books by authors like Henning Mankell fill the in-house library, borrowable from reception. A painting/reading corner in the Red House caters to children.
Garden and events
Behind the Red House, a quiet garden with seating is open 8:00 AM-10:00 PM. Three flexible event spaces (19-112 sqm) host readings, meetings, or weddings, some with garden access. The hotel partners with Hamburg's Literaturhaus and Elbphilharmonie, offering cultural event tickets. Weekly activities include author readings in the library.
St. Georg hub
Located in Hamburg's St. Georg district, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Hauptbahnhof (central station) and 1.5 km from landmarks like the Kunsthalle museum and Speicherstadt warehouses. The area is known for design shops, cafes like The Coffee Bean, and LGBTQ+ venues. Parking costs €19.50/day in the garage or backyard.
Practical services
Reception in the Red House operates 6:00 AM-10:30 PM. Pillow options (spelt, wool) and blankets (wool, thin comforter) are available on request. Pets stay free in junior suites/apartments. Children under 12 sleep free in parents' rooms; cribs are provided. Free Wedina-branded water is supplied in rooms, with other drinks at ZeitBar.
Must-do experiences
Stroll around the Alster lakes for lovely views and fresh air.
Savor a Franzbrötchen pastry at Café Paris, a local favorite.
Visit the historic warehouse district, Speicherstadt, for stunning architecture.
Explore the small, vibrant Fish Market on Sunday mornings for fresh seafood.
Don't miss the Kunsthalle Hamburg for incredible art exhibitions.
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Junior Suite
2 persons
40 m²
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
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2 persons
17 m²
1 Single bed
Shower
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Superior Double Room Garden View
2 persons
20 m²
1 King-size bed
Heating
Balcony
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Classic Double Room Garden View
2 persons
19 m²
1 King-size bed
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