Scandic Hamburg Emporio Hotel Shuttles

A modern inner-city choice that knows the impact of style, the Scandic Hamburg Emporio offers upscale living at a fraction of surrounding rates. Simple rooms include fun rugs and living areas, while suites add boutique flairs and high ceilings for a bit more grandiosity. On-site amenities also throw in free Wi-Fi, a couple of heated saunas and a gym, with extra luxuries inviting guests through Scandinavian eats and 24-hour convenience store. Shuttle rides to Hamburg Airport are not included in the booking, but nearby access to two U-Bahn Stations make transfers mostly easy. Avoid abiding by a public schedule by reserving a personal ride instead, choosing between relaxed private vehicle rentals that include modest sedans and massive chartered buses, or avoid heavy traffic with meet-and-greet services such as quick taxis and luxury limousines.

A good way to get to know the neighborhood is by starting with a walk through the nearby green space of Kleine Wallanlagen (Small Ramparts), a lush historic grounds filled with open-air lawns, plazas and old canals perfect for waking up to a bright day. A greenbelt moves through the park toward other nearby landmarks such as the Tropical Greenhouses of The Botanical Garden as well as Planten un Blomen fountain shows famously held across a flower-lined lake. Those also seeking evening entertainment will find no shortage with various theater stages and casinos lining the nearby Dammtorstraße, not to mention popular upscale restaurants ranging from the late-night diner ambiance of ALEX Hamburg to swanky German eats at Hofbräu. For something perfectly quiet, explore the south side’s Hamburg Hafen, instead finding vast pedestrian tunnels and breeze port-side promenades complimented by distant views of the skyline.