“Really nice hotel - but get a room on the front!”

Great breakfast and although the interior is all very old it is kept in really good condition. But they should clean the mould on the bathroom tiles, thats the only thing that spoils the cleanliness. Also ask for a room on the front with balcony, the ones on the back can be much smaller with a view on a wall. Overall a great place to stay - try the bar!

“Charming classic hotel in a posh neighbourhood, well connected to public transport”

An exceptionally nice hotel ! Don't be put off by the external appearance of the hotel. Inside it is very comfortable, exceptionally well maintained and most (deluxe) underwent a major refurbishment. Very charming, classic hotel. Excellent breakfast and very well located near the tube in a very posh neighbourhood. Front desk and indeed all staff are very friendly and helpful.

“A really - really nice hotel run by very friendly and helpful people”

I lived - before moving to London - 31 years in the neighbourhood and always looked with envious eyes on my way to my tutors to this establishment. Now several decades later I stayed for nearly a week in one of their prestigious rooms and enjoyed with my wife every minute. We will definitely be back - perhaps with the whole family.

“A good deal in Europe”

Having traveled a bit in Europe for Business where I am worried about spending, it is not easy finding a hotel similar to those in the states at the same level of price. Rooms will be smaller and more Spartan, and costs will be higher, that is just the way it is. In the states I find that hotels like the Fairfield Inn and Holiday Inn Express suit my business travel needs quite well, but finding similar in Europe is not going to happen. Having done all the little Inns, where the rooms smell either like an astray or an attic, I found the Das Smolka a nice reprieve. Do not get me wrong, it is not a grand hotel. But the rooms for the most part are spacious and clean, and the in-suite bathrooms are adequate. It is in a good location in Hamburg, and the staff is outstanding even with the language barrier. For the money, I have found it to be a good deal, and would recommend it.

“Great value and convenience”

The hotels amenities are basic and outdated, but it does have a certain charm and kitsch value. The location is fantastic, in Harvesthude near shopping, great restaurants, and easy access to Centrum and all points in Hamburg via two very close by U-bahn stops at Kellinghusenstrasse and EppendorferBaum. Considering it is very inexpensive compared with the fancier hotels near Jungfernstieg, I would recommend Das Smolka as a great value for a nice but basic room in a convenient location. (Note - no in room locking safe, but the closets lock)

“1 Star”

Expedia had the hotel listed as 4 stars and it was 1 star at best.