Hemingway's Hostel

Hemingway's Hostel is at Fahrtgasse 1, 69117 Heidelberg, in the Altstadt of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The Fahrtgasse lies close to the Neckar and the Alte Brücke, in the middle of the historic quarter's nightlife and sightseeing area. Typical rates are listed at EUR 25-70 per night (~$29-81), depending on season, events and room type. The Altstadt (Old Town) is Heidelberg's historic core on the south bank of the Neckar, overlooked by the ruins of Heidelberg Castle on the slope of the Königstuhl. Its main axis, the pedestrianised Hauptstraße, runs roughly 1.6 kilometres between Bismarckplatz and the Karlstor, lined with shops, cafés and student taverns, and passes the Marktplatz and the Church of the Holy Spirit (Heiliggeistkirche). The Alte Brücke, the Student Prison and the Kornmarkt funicular station for the castle are all within walking distance, which makes the district the traditional base for first-time visitors to Baden-Württemberg's best-known university town. As a hostel, the property is aimed at backpackers, students and budget travellers, offering dormitory beds and private rooms, Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen or common area and luggage storage. The shared spaces make it easy to meet other travellers and to prepare simple meals, and the Old Town has many inexpensive bakeries, kebab shops and taverns within a few minutes' walk. The atmosphere is informal and sociable, and the property suits solo travellers, groups and visitors on a tight budget who value location over privacy. Spa, pool and fitness facilities are not offered. The listed website is the hostel's own page, and guests should check current dormitory sizes and prices there. Nearby sights include the Heidelberg Castle gardens and the Great Vat, the Karlsplatz and the Neckar promenade, and the walk to the Philosophenweg across the Alte Brücke takes about twenty minutes. Visitors arriving by car should note that the Old Town is largely traffic-restricted and public car parks at the edge of the centre are the practical option.