3 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.

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.