HOLIDAY INN - THE NIU, YEN HAMBURG CITY BY IHG, Hamburg

The hotel offers double and single rooms with private bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower. All rooms have air conditioning, a safe, a TV with cable channels, and carpeted floors. Rooms are kept clean and are well soundproofed, but they are notably small: there is no wardrobe, chest of drawers, or luggage rack, so you will likely live out of your suitcase. The work desk is very narrow (about 23 cm), making laptop work inconvenient. No in-room kettle, minibar, or bottled water is provided; hot water is available from the bar on request. For light sleepers, street-facing rooms can be noisy, so a courtyard-facing room is advisable. Wheelchair-accessible rooms are available and are significantly more spacious.

The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast (€21 per person) with continental, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The breakfast selection is generally adequate but can be limited in variety: egg dishes are simple and hot items like bacon or sausages are not always available. Refill speed can be slow during busy periods, so arriving earlier (by 8:00) is recommended. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers international and European dishes with vegetarian and vegan choices. A snack bar and a bar with a lounge area are also on-site. Nearby restaurants within a short walk include Italian (Ristorante Alitalia), Asian (Jawa), and Greek (El Greco) options for those who prefer to eat out.

Wellness and leisure options are limited to a shared lounge/TV area and board games/puzzles available at the reception. Bicycle rental is offered for an additional charge, and cycling is possible in the surrounding area. Live sport events are broadcast free of charge in the common areas.

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and free luggage storage. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Business services include fax/photocopying for a fee. On-site private parking costs €25 per night; reservation is not possible and spaces are limited. Parking for oversize vehicles is not available in the garage. A paid electric vehicle charging station is on-site. Pets (dogs only) are permitted on request at €15 per night. The property is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking, a lift, and adapted bathrooms. Safety features include key card access, smoke alarms, and a safety deposit box. Housekeeping is daily; a free drink at the bar is offered if you skip room cleaning, though this promotion may not always be honoured.