Schlafen im Hafen
Extraordinary Hotel Ship in Hamburg30 minutes to the city center • Quiet, bright rooms • Maritime experience
Unique hotel ship
Stay overnight on a 110-year-old vessel
Quiet location
No downtown noise – harbor atmosphere
Personally run
Your host lives on board with his family
4.9-star rating
A place guests love to return to
Why our hotel is different
Here you don’t just spend the night – you experience Hamburg from the water.
Our lovingly converted ship lies quietly in the harbor and offers an atmosphere you simply won’t find in a standard hotel. Personal, relaxed, and full of authentic harbor charm. Perfect if you’re looking for something special without giving up comfort.
Ideal for:
Weekend getaways for two • Short trips to Hamburg • Trade fairs & concerts
Our Rooms
Double Room – from €110 per night
20 m² • Box spring bed • Private bathroom • Porthole • Wi-Fi
Bright, airy and cozy warm in winter. No rocking, no cramped cabins – a peaceful night’s sleep guaranteed.
Suite – €170 per night
36 m² • Bedroom + living room • Private bathroom • Wi-Fi
Ideal für kleine Gruppen oder Familien (bis zu 4 Personen). Mehr Platz, gleicher Charme.
Best price when booking directly • No booking fees • Fair cancellation policy
Prefer something more private?
If you’d like more privacy, take a look at our houseboat JONATHAN – a floating holiday apartment for guests who want to experience Hamburg at their own pace.
✔ More privacy
✔ Holiday apartment feeling on the water
✔ Perfect for longer stays
Planning something special? – Rent the whole ship
Whether it’s a birthday, team event, or special weekend, you can also rent the entire ship exclusively.
✔ Beds for up to 12 guests
✔ Projector & sound system
✔ Lounge with sofas and a cozy atmosphere
Fall asleep with a view of the water
Quietly located in the harbor, far away from the busy city – here you can relax, sleep peacefully and wake up with a view of the water.
My name is Marcel Klovert, and I personally run the hotel ship SCHLAFEN IM HAFEN. I’m originally from Rotterdam and have lived in Hamburg for more than 30 years. It’s important to me that you feel welcome from the very first moment – simple, warm, and without the anonymity of large hotels.
✔ No city noise
✔ Cozy lounge
✔ Personal hospitality
Our home harbor in Hamburg-Harburg
10–15 minutes to the S-Bahn • Parking garage with special rates • Located directly in the museum harbor
Ready for your unique stay in the harbor?
Our rooms are limited – especially on weekends they sell out quickly.
Secure your preferred room now and experience Hamburg from the water.
Direct booking benefits • No hidden costs • Personal contact
FAQ
Quick Information
When is check-in and check-out?
If you would like to arrive earlier at the harbor and our hotel, this is usually no problem. Just send us a message or give us a call in advance and we’ll try to make it possible.
In any case, you’re welcome to leave your luggage with us before your room is ready.
How can breakfast be added?
If you would like to have breakfast on board, simply let us know when you arrive at our hotel.
We serve breakfast Monday to Friday from 7:15 AM to 10:30 AM, and on weekends from 8:15 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is the hotel accessible?
Once you are on board, the rooms and the lounge can be reached on the same level without additional stairs.
Until when can you cancel the reservation?
You can cancel your reservation free of charge up to three days before arrival if you have booked one or two rooms. For bookings of three to five rooms, free cancellation is possible up to ten days before your stay.
If these deadlines have already passed, please contact us as soon as possible. We will then release your rooms for booking again. If we are able to rent them out to another guest at short notice, you will not be charged.
If we are unable to rebook the rooms, the overnight stay will unfortunately still need to be paid.geben eure Zimmer dann wieder für die Vermietung frei. Wenn sich kurzfristig noch jemand findet, der bei uns übernachten möchte, stellen wir euch nichts in Rechnung. Schaffen wir es nicht, die Zimmer zu vermieten, müsst ihr leider für den Übernachtungspreis aufkommen.
Are taxes included?
All taxes (VAT as well as the cultural and tourism tax) are included in the room and breakfast prices.
Where can you park?
We recommend parking in the Veritaskai parking garage, where our guests receive a discount. The price is €7.50 per 24 hours, and you can get the parking tickets directly from us on board.
Are there drinks in the rooms?
In the lounge, you are welcome to help yourself to alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at any time. We offer, among other things, soft drinks, apple spritzer, wine, beer, Aperol, sparkling wine, coffee, and tea.
Are pets allowed?
When and how is payment made?
Booking individual rooms
Payment is made at check-out. You can pay your bill by credit card (unfortunately no American Express) or in cash.
Booking the entire hotel ship
If you would like to rent the entire ship, we require a deposit. The remaining balance will then be due at check-out.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.