Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall Hotel 5 stars

First time at Sofitel we were really dissatisfied to breakfast buffet. Sure I understand the challenges Covid has caused and actions all hotels must do to survive but still, a five star rated hotel should have good quality and selection of breakfast dishes.

Fast check in and out, Felt very safe during stay in the hotel.

very good, good sanitary adaptation with hydro alcoholic gel available at many locations, very nice to have a buffet breakfast

Normally I prefer smaller boutique hotels but my assistent booked this one for me. The staff at the reception was extremely friendly and nice - always good to have a quick chat on how things are going rather than just a quick check-in/check-out

In uncertain times as this : the warm and welcoming feeling by staff was most needed. I would like to name one member of staff specifically who went beyond the expectations; Mr Scherping ; a gentleman with golden customer service standards.

The rooms are really nice and the location of the hotel is perfect to get around in Hamburg. Unfortunately the SPA was closed. This was one of the main reasons we choose this hotel. We where told that it was on their website but I did not see that when I booked. Maybe they should make it more clear......

Since many years our preferred hotel in Hamburg. In the heart of Hamburg with nice Restaurants and shops around. Very good service and rooms. Especially with the Fleet view ones.The quality of breakfast very good as well.

Went for Christmas markets. Ideal location to walk to most parts of central Hamburg. Got a free upgrade and bottle of champagne. Excellent breakfast. Remember to ask for eggs benedict, that are cooked to order. Great reception staff that are willing to assist, as is the concierge. Highly recommended. Expensive, but worth it. Just remember the shops are closed on Sunday, so have a plan B.

Generally, I love staying with Sofitel, but the experience is often inconsistent and its a hit & miss. Hamburg was a definite miss. Here's why. ROOMS Nice, spacious and pleasant, but housekeeping was abysmal. After returning back to our rooms the next day we found not emptied trash, empty water bottles not collected. Later on we realized housekeeping forgot to leave towels as well. After several of attempts to call them, there was no answer. Finally was able to get them through the front desk. BAR I am appalled the bar was called Seven Heads and there were heads of Buddha displayed on the shelves. It is highly disrespectful (consider a decapitated Buddha) and is a crime in some places in Asia (e.g. Thailand). As an international brand, I'd expect the hotel management to be aware of such sensitive cross-cultural issues. Think about what Berlin locals thing about unaware tourists, climbing on the memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe to take selfies. Buddha heads in a bar are equally bad! STAFF Friendly and welcoming, but very understaffed. Take the bar crew as an example. Both were wonderful and pleasant, but we saw them once, after we sat down. We got our first order, but never managed to get a reorder, simply because they were too busy hopping from table to table, unable to provide a great service. BREAKFAST Really disappointing selection. We went to the Hotel Tortue the second morning and it was absolutely amazing - food and service wise (for the same price). For the record, hard boiled eggs on a toast is not Eggs Benedict.

Very nice hotel and fantastich restaurants. There are something that cut be better in the room Ex. Much noise from the A/C and no shampoo and so in the bathroom. Very friendly staff. We will come again.

VERY Unfriendly reception at check in and poor know how at the lobby desk. The lady at the reception did not understand my booking code but I booked the room via the official Accor homepage! The top management was not around and the people in charge could not handle the hotel guests in an appropriate manner.

Nice hotel with a good location in the center of Hamburg. Easy to walk around the city. Really good breakfast. The room, bar and spa are nice as well. Staff is very helpful. We will come back to this hotel again.

Super location - great atmosphere In the bar - excellent breakfast - we really enjoyed this hotel. The spa was also very fine. The staff parked our car when we arrived - that was a great help. . It was second time, and er will come back for shure.

Hotel ideally located in the center of Hamburg with good parking facilities. The staff is professional and friendly. Rooms are clean and spacy and breakfast is excellent. Beds are too hard though, so if you're sensitive as we are and want to have a good nights sleep it could be difficult.

This was my first Sofitel experience and I found the experience fell below my expectation. The room was nice with a view over the canal. The housekeeping was average and the bathroom had only a small shower cubicle. However, the food at breakfast and dinner was of a quality expected and service was very professional. Good location for shopping and some attractions.