The Maingau Hotel is a sensible, sociable choice in Sachsenhausen, the south bank district that Frankfurters visit for apple wine. It has 73 individually furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi, sound-insulated walls, showers, desks and flat-screen televisions, and there is a restaurant, a terrace and a cafe on site. A buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge, and multilingual staff can help with tours and tickets. Pets are allowed for a nightly fee. Guests score it very good on its booking page, so it offers reliable comfort at a moderate price.
Location and getting around
Sachsenhausen is the best district for an evening out in Frankfurt, since the traditional apple wine taverns of Alt-Sachsenhausen and the restaurants of Schweizer Straße are a short walk away. The river is nearby, and crossing the Eiserner Steg takes you to the Römerberg and the Christmas market in a short walk. The Museumsufer runs along the river bank within easy reach, which suits a museum-focused stay, and the central station is a short tram or U-Bahn ride.
The rooms and what to expect
Rooms are comfortable and practical rather than glamorous, with sound insulation that helps in a lively district. The terrace and the restaurant are handy for a quiet meal, and the staff speak several languages. Luggage storage is available if you arrive early or leave late, and a vending machine covers late snacks. Breakfast carries an extra charge.
Who it suits and what to know: the Maingau suits couples, small groups and independent travellers who want a friendly, mid-range base on the south bank. The district can be busy on weekend evenings, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. Rates are moderate and rise during trade fairs and in Advent, so book early. If you prefer to be right in the old centre, a hotel on the north bank may be closer to the Römerberg.
Why stay here
- ✓73 individually furnished rooms
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Sound-insulated rooms
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Cafe
- ✓Multilingual staff with tour and ticket help
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
Where is the Maingau Hotel?+
It is in Sachsenhausen, on the south bank of the Main, close to the apple wine taverns and a short walk across the river from the old centre.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge, so check what your rate includes. There are also cafes nearby.
Are pets allowed?+
Pets are allowed for a nightly fee, so check the current policy when you book.
