A striking design hotel near the Gänsemarkt shopping district, featuring interiors by Matteo Thun and Jordan Mozer including a glass-walled library bar. Rooms favor bold contemporary design over traditional Hamburg elegance.
SIDE Design Hotel sits on Drehbahn in Neustadt, a short walk from the Gänsemarkt shopping district and the Staatsoper opera house, in the heart of central Hamburg. The building is a striking piece of contemporary architecture with interiors created by designers Matteo Thun and Jordan Mozer, most notably a five-storey glass-walled library that also functions as the hotel bar, giving the property a distinctly design-forward identity compared with Hamburg's more traditional grand hotels. Room categories run from compact Small Rooms through Comfort and Deluxe Rooms to the Penthouse Suite, all favouring bold colour and material choices over classic elegance. The on-site restaurant serves contemporary German and international dishes, and the library bar is a destination in its own right for evening drinks. Wellness facilities include a spa and fitness centre on the upper floors, offering views over the surrounding rooftops. Service is attentive and geared toward design-conscious leisure travellers and business guests attending events at the nearby Staatsoper or in the Gänsemarkt business district, with a concierge desk able to arrange opera tickets and reservations at Neustadt restaurants.
| Price | $$$ |
|---|---|
| Address | Drehbahn 49, 20354 Hamburg |
Room types
- Small Room
- Comfort Room
- Deluxe Room
- Penthouse Suite
Amenities
- spa
- library bar
- restaurant
- fitness centre
- concierge
- design interiors
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Location
Drehbahn 49, 20354 Hamburg
53.5578, 9.9878 View on map
Highlights
- Five-storey glass-walled library serving as the hotel bar
- Interiors designed by Matteo Thun and Jordan Mozer
- Central Neustadt location near the Staatsoper and Gänsemarkt
- Rooftop-level spa and fitness centre
- Bold, design-forward room interiors
Tips for visiting
- Visit the library bar even if not staying overnight, as it is open to non-guests for drinks
- The hotel is a short walk to the Staatsoper, useful for evening performances
- Book a Deluxe Room or higher for more space, as Small Rooms are compact
- Gänsemarkt station is a few minutes' walk, giving quick U-Bahn access across the city
- Ask about seasonal packages tied to opera or design-week events
Accessibility
The hotel offers wheelchair-accessible rooms and step-free access to its main public floors; guests with specific mobility needs should confirm details with the hotel before arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
What is distinctive about SIDE Design Hotel's interior?
It features a five-storey glass-walled library bar and interiors created by designers Matteo Thun and Jordan Mozer.
Is the hotel close to the Staatsoper?
Yes, it is within a short walk of the Hamburg Staatsoper in the Neustadt district.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, there is a spa and fitness centre located on the upper floors.
Is the library bar open to hotel guests only?
No, the library bar is open to the public as well as hotel guests.