5 Best Hotels in St. Georg, Hamburg

A laid-back oasis in the bustling neighborhood of St. Georg, the Wedina's red, blue, green, pink, and yellow houses have themes that include "Tuscany" and "Literature." It's renowned for the famous authors who have stayed here while giving readings at the nearby Literaturhaus. The red house has a small library of books signed by the hotel's literary guests, while the green "architecture" house is distinguished by smooth concrete and natural wood and looks out onto a peaceful "Swiss Zen" garden.

At the end of a strip of funky cafés and bars that stretches down from the central station, the George, with its groovy New British styling and renowned gin and whisky bar, fits right in. Champagnes, grays, and browns mix throughout guest rooms, and large arty photographs add life throughout the hotel. In the small lobby, wingback chairs and textured wallpaper, both covered in shades of black, are illuminated by soft lighting. The hotel has a rooftop bar with views of the Alster and the setting sun.

There are few hotels in Germany more sumptuous than this gracious Edwardian palace facing the Aussenalster, which draws both celebrities and the not-so-famous searching for a luxe retreat. Built in 1909 for first-class passengers about to travel across the Atlantic, the hotel still exudes class. Tasteful desert hues mingle with deep-color furnishings in guest rooms, and Murano crystal chandeliers light belle époque interiors. The marble-covered bathrooms have heated floors.

This luxury hotel along the Alster oozes beauty inside and out, with contemporary art on view throughout—including the elevator. The sleek but unassuming facade and ultramodern interior might border on cold, but the outstanding spa and wellness area (complete with an indoor lap pool) and the impeccable service make you feel quickly at ease. Staff are the perfect blend of helpful and friendly. The hotel offers guests complimentary entry to the nearby Deichtorhallen art galleries and, in warm weather, a free ferry takes you across the Aussenalster to Jungfernstieg.

Opposite the main train station, the completely renovated Reichshof blends the so-called Golden Twenties with present-day elements. Built in 1910 and designed in Art Deco style with high ceilings, stone columns in the lobby, and luxurious furnishings, the rooms cover all modern amenities, and chic Bar 1910 offers a wide whiskey, gin, spirits, and cocktail menu.