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Empire Riverside Hotel

Pet-friendly hotel with a full-service spa connected to the convention center in Hamburg

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Breakfast and dinner served
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Steam room
Front of property
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

Riverside Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Upside Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Single Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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

Riverside Single room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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

Riverview Single Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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

Riverview Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Juniorsuite Riverside Single Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Juniorsuite Riverside Double Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hamburg

Located in Hamburg-Mitte, Empire Riverside Hotel is adjacent to St. Pauli Piers and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Fish Market. This 327-room hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like a full-service spa and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to the convention center in central Hamburg and also close to Reeperbahn and Miniatur Wunderland.

What's nearby

  • St. Pauli Piers - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reeperbahn - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fish Market - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Elbe Philharmonic Hall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Miniatur Wunderland - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪StrandPauli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪20up - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Störtebeker Fischrestaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hamburg del mar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Komet - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Empire Riverside Hotel

Pet-friendly hotel with a full-service spa connected to the convention center in Hamburg
Guests staying at Empire Riverside Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is offered for EUR 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 48-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other standard amenities include minibars, free newspapers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 25 per night)
  • 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
  • Elevator (38 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (41 inches 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 organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 28 for adults and 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Empire Riverside
Empire Riverside Hamburg
Empire Riverside Hotel
Empire Riverside Hotel Hamburg
Hotel Empire Riverside
Empire Riverside Hotel Hotel
Empire Riverside Hotel Hamburg
Empire Riverside Hotel Hotel Hamburg

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Empire Riverside Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Hamburg-Mitte, just steps from St. Pauli Piers and Reeperbahn, and within a short walk of Fish Market. You'll also find Elbe Philharmonic Hall and Miniatur Wunderland within a short drive.

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

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Riverside Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from $201.73, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 25 per night. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa available at Empire Riverside Hotel?

Riverstyle is the name of the hotel's full-service spa available for guests to enjoy.

Does Empire Riverside Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Empire Riverside Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Empire Riverside Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Empire Riverside Hotel?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Empire Riverside Hotel?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Empire Riverside Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Empire Riverside Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Waterkant Restaurant.

Will Empire Riverside Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Empire Riverside Hotel for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Empire Riverside Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Empire Riverside Hotel?

The closest major airport to Empire Riverside Hotel is Hamburg Airport (HAM), which is 12.5 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Empire Riverside Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Empire Riverside Hotel.

Reviews

Empire Riverside Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sjoukje

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled 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

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Nice bar and basic rooms.

Staying there for two nights was fine. The location is great, but the room is very basic and needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orlena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel. Love the location and views. Was it worth 470. Per night? Not really. No complimentary anything with that at all and it was my birthday. Oh well. Still a lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
WiFi is most unuseable - lost work opportunities because so bad and slow
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Construction was going on above our room for two hours after we arrived, exceptionally loud. The room was exceedingly hot and the air conditioner also was quite noisy. Staff provided us with a room fan during the night. The view was amazing, but we had to keep the curtains closed in the morning due to the sun shining into the hot room. The breakfast buffet was superb, and we also enjoyed our dinner in the hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

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