general: This luxury hotel is situated directly beside the upper Alsterriver and within 500 m of links to the public transport network. Built in 1909 this hotel features many facilities including a bar, a theatre hall and 3 restaurants. Car park and a garage are available to those arriving by car. The hotel, which the people of Hamburg call affectionately the White Castle on the Alster, is more than a hotel. Here, travelers from all over the world enjoy everything that goes to make a perfect stay in Hamburg.The elegant, luxurious rooms come with an en suite bathroom. All of them are well-equipped as standard.Further leisure options include an indoor pool, a sauna and a solarium.Additionally a massage service, special spa treatments and an in-house gym are available.The breakfast buffet in the Alster Salon with direct view to the lake Alster is supposed to be the city's best breakfast.