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Empire Riverside Hotel

Luxury hotel connected to the convention centre in Hamburg with a full-service spa

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

Explore the area

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Bernhard-Nocht-Strasse 97, Hamburg, HH, 20359
  • Place, St. Pauli Piers
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Reeperbahn
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Fish Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamburg (HAM)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Riverside Double Room

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Riverside Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Room (Upside)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Single Room

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Riverside Single room

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Riverside Single room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Upside Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Single Room

  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Suite, Harbour View

  • Harbour view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Suite, Harbour View

  • Harbour view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Hamburg

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Empire Riverside Hotel, and within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like St. Pauli Piers and Reeperbahn. Highlights at this luxury hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering at Riverstyle can include access to the sauna and steam room. The restaurant, Waterkant Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Skyline Bar "20 up" is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to bike hire. 3283 square feet (305 square metres) of event facilities include 9 meeting rooms and conference space. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Hamburg-Mitte hotel include Miniatur Wunderland and Elbe Philharmonic Hall.

What's nearby

  • St. Pauli Piers - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Operettenhaus - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Reeperbahn - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fish Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millerntor Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Landungsbrücken Station - 6 min walk
  • Michaeliskirche Hamburg Station - 14 min walk
  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪20up - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪StrandPauli - ‬3 min walk
  • Zur scharfen Ecke
  • ‪Störtebeker Fischrestaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mothers Fine Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Empire Riverside Hotel

Luxury hotel connected to the convention centre in Hamburg with a full-service spa
Empire Riverside Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3283 square feet (305 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Empire Riverside Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Hamburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 327 guestrooms or units
  • 20 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3283 sq ft of conference space
  • 305 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Empire Riverside Hotel offers 327 accommodations with minibars and a safe. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Hamburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Riverstyle. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; EUR 28 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • DAVIDS
  • Skyline Bar "20 up"
  • Waterkant Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3,283 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (97 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (104 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 20 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 28 for adults and from EUR 14 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 25 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Empire Riverside Hamburg
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Yep, Empire Riverside Hotel has a covered self car park for EUR 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Riverside Hotel?

As of 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Riverside Hotel on 5 Mar 2026 start from NZ$348.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Empire Riverside Hotel?

The closest beach to Empire Riverside Hotel is Övelgönne (3.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Yep, Riverstyle is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna.

Is Empire Riverside Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Empire Riverside Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Empire Riverside Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is offered on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Empire Riverside Hotel?

No, Empire Riverside Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Empire Riverside Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Empire Riverside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mamatha

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice in the shared spaces, so bars and restaurant etc. Room was nice and large, although bed was very hard and pillows were very soft. Air con was a waste of time as did not really work and room was extremely hot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sjoukje

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent room size comfortable bed & great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

margherita, guildford

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room with stunning views of the river. Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Empire Riverside Hotel was a great option for a first time visit to Hamburg! Located in St Pauli between the Reeperbahn and the St Pauli Piers, you had walking access to not only St Pauli itself, but also Altona, Neustadt, and the City Centre, all within roughly 20-30 minutes. Having easy access to the Piers, made it easy to see the area by water, on either a local city cruise or a river cruise of the Elbe. St Pauli is also full of shops and restaurants, which means you have easy access to food. And, the hotel itself was great, offering amazing views of the surrounding area. The staff were great and able to accommodate any issues that came up. Highly recommend staying at the Empire if you’re visiting Hamburg or St Pauli.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is located near the port however directly behind the hotel is the St Pauli area which is what we would consider the red light area. A lot of strip shows and appeared to be girls working on the side street. Probably not a family area. In saying that it was close to the Beatles walking tours and close walking distance down to pier and back into the city centre. The hotel was good expensive for what we got and the air conditioning not working so room was 26 degrees and it was only 28 degrees outside so was not comfortable coming in from the heat. We did eventually get moved to another room which the air conditioning was set to 23 degrees so better. The cocktail bar on 20th floor had a nice view over the port at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nils

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fergal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

Nice modern hotel in good location for exploting the city. Rooms are modern and very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Staff was very friendly. Needed an early check-in and wad able to get it for an additional cost (worth it). View and the room was great! Only thing that was tough to figure out was the AC unit. Location of the hotel was great. Once of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed at and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Niki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The architecture of the building is very beautiful, the room itself is small considering the price of stay. You are only paying for the view from your room and some freebies provided. For a 4 star hotel, the service I experienced was poor. I requested room service and was promised that they would arrive at a specified time, however they did not arrive. The toilet in my room was clogged and I was not able to use this during my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotels with wonderful rooms and all the basic amenities. Would recommend staying as long as you like exercise because the key cards demagnetize if you look at them wrong — they must be praised and cajoled and need never be near anything that lets off the slightest electronic signal or you’ll be back downstairs to rekey the card yet again — 3 night stay and I think I had to do it about 8 times this trip. Staff is wonderful and lovely and the sushi is divine
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a lovely option near the river. There are loads of dining and drinking options nearby. The room was lovely and the view, amazing! We didn't opt for breakfast but the sushi made to order was outstanding!!! The roof top bar on level 20 is wonderful for an evening cocktail and hotel guests are given a priority are.

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was close
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Avoid

Upgraded to a premium room with king size bed……what we got was 2 single beds pushed together and 2 single duvets! On the 19th floor with great views…until the nightclub on the 20th floor kicks In until 1am every night. Prices on drinks lists were different to the bill, so check all your receipts before you pay! Espresso martinis advertised at €11 and charged at €12. Restaurants closed on Saturday and Sunday nights to residents. Stay at a lot of hotels and this was not one of the worst but wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great modern hotel next to university and nightlife
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022