SIDE Design Hotel Hamburg

The hotel is very nice, almost at the center of Hamburg. The room was big, clean, modern and quiet. It was a pleasant stay.

We chose the hotel specifically for its location - it is opposite the State Opera House which was the purpose of our visit, and there are several eateries nearby for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hamburg's public transport system is excellent and the hotel is very well situated for the U stations (Gansemarkt and Stephansplatz literally a couple of minutes walk). My German is poor but the staff made light of my linguistic inadequacies (as did most of Hamburg to be fair!)

Not really a matter of 'like' or 'dislike' since we chose to eat breakfast elsewhere - but 30 euros does seem expensive however good the choice might be.

The gym and swimming pool were small but nice and quiet. Nice wide bath. Restaurant and bar area were pricey but gorgeous with excellent food and drinks, great atmosphere and the staff were lovely and attentive.

The lounge area on 8th floor was not very atmospheric. We took our drinks up there but went back down to the bar very quickly. Very bright lighting and not much happening. No bar.