Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt is a straightforward, good-value base on the Altmarkt side of the Old Town. It sits in the three-and-a-half-star range, and the position is the selling point: you are in the historic centre, close to the market square, the Kreuzkirche, the Kulturpalast and the shopping streets, and a short walk from the Frauenkirche and the Zwinger. It belongs to the Star G brand, a German group that runs a number of mid-range city hotels, and the focus is on clean, modern rooms and sensible service rather than luxury touches. For visitors who want to see Dresden on foot without a high hotel bill, it is a practical option, and it is particularly handy in Advent, when the Striezelmarkt fills the Altmarkt and a central bed is hard to find.
Location and getting around
The Altmarkt is a tram hub, with lines to the Hauptbahnhof, the Neustadt and the suburbs, and the Old Town’s main sights are within about ten minutes on foot. The Frauenkirche and the Neumarkt are close, and the Zwinger and the Semperoper are a little further. The Altmarkt-Galerie shopping centre and the Kulturpalast, home of the Dresden Philharmonic, are on your doorstep.
Rooms and dining
Rooms are modern and practical, with a range of categories that include larger rooms for families, and some face the square. Breakfast is generally available, and the surrounding streets have restaurants and cafes at all price levels. Because details of inclusions vary by rate, confirm what is included before you book, and ask about parking, since the Old Town has limited access for cars.
Who it suits
Budget-conscious couples, families, solo travellers and anyone who wants a central location at a moderate price. It is also a sensible choice for concert-goers heading to the Kulturpalast and for visitors who plan to spend their time out and about rather than in the hotel.
Good to know
Advent is the busiest period, and rooms facing the Altmarkt can be noisy in the evening, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. Rates rise on festival and market weekends, so book early. Compare the price with the Neustadt and the hotels near the station, which can be cheaper but are less central.
For many first-time visitors, the Altmarkt location is a good compromise between the Baroque calm of the Neumarkt and the convenience of the shopping streets and trams. Guests who plan day trips will find the tram stops and the station within easy reach, and the wide choice of cafes and bakeries around the square makes it simple to start the day well without leaving the neighbourhood.
Why stay here
- ✓Altmarkt location
- ✓Steps from the Striezelmarkt in Advent
- ✓Near the Kulturpalast concert hall
- ✓Altmarkt-Galerie shopping nearby
- ✓Tram hub at the door
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Ten minutes to the Frauenkirche
- ✓Family room categories
Good questions
Where is Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt?+
It is by the Altmarkt in the Old Town, near the Kreuzkirche and the Kulturpalast.
Is it good for the Striezelmarkt?+
Yes, the Striezelmarkt is held on the Altmarkt, though rooms facing the square can be noisy in the evening.
Is Star G good value?+
It is a mid-range hotel that offers a central location at a lower price than the Neumarkt hotels.
