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Empire Riverside HotelvsSofitel Hamburg Alter Wall
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Empire Riverside Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall. Empire Riverside Hotel comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers including Rough Guide, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Empire Riverside Hotel
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Bernhard-Nocht-Strasse 97, 20359 Hamburg
From $144/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Famous architect David Ch ipperfield designed this contemporary hotel close to the St Pauli pontoon bridges."
"Sparing splashes of colour brighten its restaurant, bars and 327 streamlined rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, most with harbour views." Full review
"A spectacular copperclad towerblock that rose over a former brewery (much to locals’ chagrin) in 2008, this is all about the astonishing views over the port available from its rooms."
"The location near the Reeperbahn and the harbor, the clever use of space and light, and a cool bar that attracts thousands every weekend make the Empire a favorite." Full review
8.0
"Offers a great location between the HafenCity and downtown Hamburg, an elegant restaurant and lounge, plus a small spa area and top-floor bar with sweeping views of the city." Full review
"Sparing splashes of colour brighten the restaurant, bars and 327 streamlined rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, most with harbour views" Full review
"The rooms are intended for business and leisure travelers alike, and they’re smart and contemporary...nothing flashy, nothing edgy, just simple clean lines and well-framed views of the river" Full review
Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Alter Wall 40, 20457 Hamburg
From $166/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The bright, modern style is both minimalist and luxurious."
"For both the business traveler and the vacationer, it is a good choice for supreme comfort." Full review
"Behind the facade of a centrally located, former Deutsche Post building hides the sleek décor and famously comfortable beds of one of the city's finest business hotels." Full review
9.0
"One of Hamburg’s most dependable luxury hotels, the Sofitel Alter Wall offers a comprehensive experience, a surprisingly contemporary interior and high-standard designer rooms." Full review