Hotel Alma am Anger

Erfurt is probably one of the most underrated medieval beauties among the German cities. Once a town of rich merchants, its core had largely been abandoned during the socialist post-war period and remained intact as a historical ensemble. Beautifully restored over the past two decades it is now a spectacular attraction, full of life, and with nice restaurants abound. Hotel Zumnorde is right in midst of this medieval center. Its front faces the main street "Am Anger", a pedestrian area (with some tram traffic though) within an easy 10 minutes walking disstance from the central station. Entrance is on a side street accessible by car, yet not easy to find -- watch out for the green signposts for the hotel route. Parking in the hotel underground is available at an extra fee, but I used free overnight parking in a public parking lot around the corner. The hotel building is a relatively new structure created within the ancient walls of a historical mansion, very well kept and -- most importantly -- streching out into an inner court that, despite its position in the center of the town, is very quiet. I enjoyed sleeping with open windows, not forced to use earplugs for the first time in a hotel since years. My single room was beautifully appointed, spacious, absolutely clean, comfortable bed. Bathroom with daylight window. A good restaurant offering ample German "gemutlichkeit" belonging to the hotel is adjecent, but there are also many good alternatives in the close vicinity. Any negative point? I had difficulties to find one. I did not have breakfast in the hotel, nor did I use any of the facilities like fitness room etc. Hence cannot assess these points. Alternative hotels? The Pullman opposite to the new Erfurt Opera house is comparable in comfort, but more expensive and not as centrally located.

Just stayed here for three nights and really enjoyed it. The staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and comfortable. I liked the warming rack for towels and the speaker for the tv in the bathroom. The room was very quiet and was well located - only a ten-minute walk from the train station and very close to all the tourist areas of the town. I enjoyed the breakfast here. They brought fresh pots of coffee to each table and had a nice array of breakfast choices. The small pastries and croissants were very delicious and the man who worked in the breakfast room was especially pleasant. If I ever return to lovely Erfurt, I would stay here again.