Motel One Frankfurt-East Side is the budget choice that does not feel basic. It stands at Hanauer Landstraße 142 in the Ostend district, east of the centre, close to the Osthafen and the European Central Bank area. The Osthafenplatz tram stop is a one minute walk, and the Ost station is about seven minutes on foot. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and the hotel has a bar, a terrace, an elevator, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk. Continental breakfast is available for a surcharge. Pets are welcome for a fee, there is an electric car charging station, and valet parking is available for a daily fee. The Römerberg is about three kilometres away.
Location and getting around
Ostend is a changing district of old industrial buildings, new offices and the Osthafen waterfront, and it is quieter than the centre at night. The tram from Osthafenplatz connects to the centre in a short ride, and Frankfurt Ost station, about seven minutes on foot, adds rail links. The Römerberg is a short drive or ride away, and the district is within about three kilometres of the Christmas market and the European Central Bank. It is not a walk-everywhere location, but public transport is simple.
The rooms and what to expect
Motel One rooms are compact and well designed, with comfortable beds and good showers, and the focus is on the essentials. The bar is a handy place for a drink without going out again, and the front desk is staffed around the clock, which suits late arrivals and early departures. Breakfast carries a surcharge, so compare it with a cafe breakfast in the neighbourhood.
Who it suits and what to know: this hotel suits budget-conscious travellers, couples on a short break and solo visitors who mainly want a clean, modern bed and easy transport. If you want to stroll to the old town in the evening, a hotel in the centre will be more convenient. Rates are low but rise during trade fairs, so book ahead. The tram makes it easy to reach the Römerberg and the Christmas market in Advent.
Why stay here
- ✓Tram stop one minute away
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Hotel bar
- ✓Terrace
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Pets welcome for a fee
Good questions
How far is it from the old town?+
The Römerberg is about three kilometres away, a short tram or taxi ride. The Osthafenplatz tram stop is a one minute walk from the hotel.
Is breakfast included?+
Continental breakfast is available for a surcharge, so check your rate. There are also cafes in the neighbourhood.
Is there parking?+
Valet parking is available for a daily fee, and there is an electric car charging station. Check availability when you book.
