The Fontenay — Hamburg, Germany
The Fontenay is an independent, modern five-star luxury hotel on Hamburg’s Outer Alster in Hamburg, Germany.
Address: Fontenay 10, Hamburg. Property ID: 1105832.
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| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $1,083 | $1,349 on Booking.com | $266 less (20%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
Prices change daily; the Select link opens The Fontenay with those dates and guests and shows the current rooms.
Axel private rates
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Total price: $1,250 USD
2026-11-15 to 2026-11-18 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-04 | $479 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,117 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-05 | $638 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,248 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $610 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,220 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $610 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,047 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $437 for 1 night · 2 nights $872 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $435 for 1 night · 2 nights $870 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $435 for 1 night · 2 nights $870 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $435 for 1 night · 2 nights $870 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $435 for 1 night · 2 nights $957 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $522 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,021 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $499 for 1 night · 2 nights $907 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $408 for 1 night · 2 nights $835 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $427 for 1 night · 2 nights $842 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $415 for 1 night · 2 nights $824 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $409 for 1 night · 2 nights $859 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $450 for 1 night · 2 nights $930 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $480 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,002 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $522 for 1 night · 2 nights $947 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $425 for 1 night · 2 nights $823 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $398 for 1 night · 2 nights $836 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $438 for 1 night · 2 nights $872 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $434 for 1 night · 2 nights $859 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $425 for 1 night · 2 nights $979 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $554 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,087 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $533 for 1 night · 2 nights $964 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $431 for 1 night · 2 nights $829 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $398 for 1 night · 2 nights $838 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $440 for 1 night · 2 nights $874 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $434 for 1 night · 2 nights $831 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $397 for 1 night · 2 nights $952 · up to 14 nights priced |
#1 of 2 hotels in Rotherbaum – Dammtor & Alsterufer by Axel's take. Rotherbaum – Dammtor & Alsterufer is #5 of 5 places to stay in Hamburg. The best hotels in Rotherbaum – Dammtor & Alsterufer, ranked · Where to stay in Hamburg
Axel's take: 9.1/10
Lakeside luxury that largely earns its place at the top an independent, modern five-star luxury hotel on Hamburg’s Outer Alster, scored for what it is.
The Fontenay is an independent five-star luxury hotel with a resort-like setting on the Outer Alster. It’s a strong pick for travelers who want Hamburg with breathing room: contemporary architecture, light-filled rooms and a rooftop indoor-outdoor pool. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the professional staff, comfortable rooms and breakfast. The overall picture is of a hotel that mostly delivers on demanding luxury expectations.
Choose your room carefully: entry-level Classic rooms are smaller, balconies start with Deluxe, and lake views aren’t universal. Service occasionally falls short, with recent complaints about check-in handling alongside much stronger praise. The lakeside setting also means a walk or ride to the busiest central streets. We’d skip it if immediate sightseeing access matters more than space, spa time and quiet surroundings.
Best for: couples on a luxury city break; spa-focused travelers; design lovers who prefer a quieter base
Watch out for: lake views require careful room selection; occasional check-in and service lapses; less immediate access to central sights
Location: Leafy Outer Alster setting, with a lakeside walk into the center rather than sights immediately outside.
Rooms: Classic rooms measure 28 m²; balconies start with Deluxe, and not every room overlooks the lake.
Cleanliness: Overwhelmingly strong ratings and frequent praise; isolated maintenance complaints do not establish a wider pattern.
Service: Usually professional and attentive, though recent reviews include occasional reception and communication failures.
Amenities: Rooftop indoor-outdoor pool, sauna, steam bath, compact gym, restaurants and panoramic bar.
Fees and surprises: Spa access and selected minibar items are included; parking costs extra. An August 2026 guest reported neighboring building noise—ask about current conditions.
Axel's opinion of The Fontenay, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About The Fontenay
- Property type: Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
- Fontenay 10, Hamburg
- Amenities: Indoor pool, Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Babysitting, Activities for kids, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Sauna, Spa, Self parking (extra charge), Valet parking (free), EV charger, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Full-service laundry, Accessible parking, Accessible elevator, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Kitchen in some rooms, Business center, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Hamburg
Room types
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Source: ETG room descriptions.
Fontenay Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Fontenay Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Fontenay Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Fontenay Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Fontenay Premier Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Fontenay Premier Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Premier Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Premier Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Fontenay Premier Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Fontenay Premier Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Premier Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Premier Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Fontenay Deluxe Alster Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Fontenay Deluxe Alster Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Deluxe Alster Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Fontenay Classic Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Fontenay Classic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Classic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Classic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Fontenay Classic Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Fontenay Classic Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Fontenay Classic Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Fontenay Classic Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Premier Suite
Executive Suite
- Room features: Fridge
- Executive Suite — room photo 1
- Executive Suite — room photo 2
- Executive Suite — room photo 3
Panorama Suite
Europa Suite
Park Suite
Senator Suite
Alster Suite
Fontenay Suite
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