Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
53.550672893154854, 9.8437261826992435 starsElbchaussee 401-403, Hamburg, Germany, 22609
Editorial review
This lovely mansion is named for its founder who fled France during the Revolution, and it has amazing rooms over the Elbe, with views from floor-to-ceiling windows. The food at the French-Mediterranean restaurant is incredible and diners can choose from 50,000 bottles of wine.
Overview
With its riverside location right in the heart of Hamburg, the Hotel Louis C. Jacob is a perfect place for both business and leisure. This family-run property was founded back in 1791 and since then has become a pure pearl of the famous Elbchaussee. Its refined palace-style architecture perfectly fuses with the local surroundings – the Elba river, Nienstedtener Kirche, I Pastorin Fiehlsnd van der Vegt and picturesque Friedhof Neinstedten are within close proximity to the hotel.
Decorated in an exceptionally artistic manner with some original paintings adorning the walls, the Hotel Louis C. Jacob was carefully renovated to offer its guests comfort of the old times and all modern amenities. On the premises you will find the first-class wellness center with sauna, solarium, and whirlpool as well as state-of-the-art business facilities and services, in particular an internet access throughout the hotel.
All 85 guest rooms at the Hotel Louis C. Jacob feature timeless elegance and soft design. You will plunge into the exceptional comfort since the rooms feature individually colored décor with wooden furniture and high quality carpets on antique oak floorboards. Both business and leisure travelers are certain to appreciate space and hospitability of the apartments.
The Hotel Louis C. Jacob offers a refined cuisine inspired by national and international culinary tradition. Executive Chef Thomas Martin and his team will treat you with the first-class hot and cold dishes accompanied by the extensive wine list.
Since the Hotel Louis C. Jacob boasts central location, there are no troubles in finding public transport stations.
Number of rooms 85.

Distance to:
- City Center - 9.7km
- Airport Hamburg Airport - 13.0km
- Train Station: Train Station Altona - 6.0km, Train Station Dammtor - 9.5km
- Underground station: Lutterothstraße underground station - 7.7km, Hagenbecks Tierpark underground station - 8.0km
Rooms
The Hotel's Louis C. Jacob guest rooms include its deluxe room fitted with either a double bed or a queen-sized bed, superior room, junior suite and suite. Each room features the following as standard: air conditioning/heating, Wi-Fi, mini-bar, safe deposit box, hairdryer, direct dial phone. Non-smoking rooms as well as rooms for disabled people are available on request. Guests with children are welcome. All children under 12 years old stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Older children/adults are provided with additional bedding for EUR 45.00 per person per night. The maximum number of additional beds in the room is one. The maximum number of baby cots in the room is one. Pets allowed on request.
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Superior Room
City view Queen Size Bed - 33m2 |
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![]() This elegant room views the quiet side road. It boasts a high-quality sleeping area, rest zone, functional desk space and private bathroom equipped with shower. | ||
Deluxe Room
Garden view, City view Double Bed - 33m2 |
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![]() ![]() ![]() This stylish room with is a well done fusion of comfort, functionality and cosiness. It offers a view over the green courtyard and features a comfortable sleeping area, rest zone and work desk. Its bathroom is equipped with shower and contains all modern facilities. | ||
Elbe Room
River view Double Bed - 36m2 |
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![]() This luxurious room is kept in Hanseatic elegance with a marvelous view over the river Elbe. It boasts a high-quality sleeping zone, seating, functional desk space and fully equipped bathroom with all modern facilities. | ||
Junior Suite
Garden view 46m2 |
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![]() Take advantage of a whole host of benefits in this spacious luxurious room! This peaceful Junior Suite boasts a high-quality sleeping area, comfortable seating area, functional desk space with internet connection and fully equipped bathroom with bathtub and shower. | ||
Suite
Garden view 55m2 |
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![]() Plenty of space to enjoy is offered by this stylish suite, kept in Hanseatic elegance or furnished with antiques. Separate living and bedroom areas, large bathroom with bathtub and shower help guests on holiday or extended stay to feel at home. The living area is furnished with a convenient sofa corner work desk. Some suites are set over two floors. | ||
Executive Suite
Courtyard view 98m2 |
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![]() This fashionable suite provides an elegant design concept with a mixture of classic and modern elements and offers all amenities to ensure a pleasant stay. It comprises separated bedroom and living room with seating area and work desk. Its private bathroom is equipped with bathtub and shower. | ||
Dining options
The Jacobs Restaurant offers an exclusive dining from 12.30am to 2pm and from 7pm to 9.30pm. The on-site bar serves refreshments and snacks, while the lobby and the Lime Tree Terrace are perfect for private meetings and drinks.
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 30 per person per night.
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Work
Business travelers will find excellent business facilities at the Louis C. Jacob. The hotel houses a well-equipped library with separate sitting and reading areas. In addition, there is a state-of-the-art business center with internet outlet and fax/print/photocopying services. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel for EUR 12.00 per hour. A number of conference rooms at the Louis C. Jacob feature natural light and refined décor. All necessary business facilities are available.
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Leisure
The Hotel's Louis C. Jacob wellness center is a perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing or business. All guests can take a relaxing treatment at the on-site sauna or to get a perfect tan at the indoor solarium or to rejuvenate at the whirlpool. More active guests can make use of the jogging track along the river Elbe.
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| Internet | Wireless internet is available in public areas |
| Guest Parking | Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is EUR 22 per day. |
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Guest feedback
Read hotel reviews- Excellent cuisine and the wine selection at Kleines Jacob was impressive.
- The Jacob hotel is undoubtly one of the best in Germany, the bedrooms are pure luxury - wonderfully comfortable beds.
- Just a good place to stay, great staff too and luxurious accommodations for a reasonable price.
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Policies
| Check-In | from 3 pm |
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| Check-Out | until 12 pm |
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| Pets | Pets are allowed on request |
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Since Hamburg is a harbor city you should take a stroll along the river side. While wondering around the city visit Hamburg’s most famous street Reeperbahn. The Hamburg fish market is a must for every foodie since you can buy fresh seafood, exotic fruits, nuts and teas from all over the world. Emigration Museum Ballinstadt is a wonderful place to discover the genealogical database of your family. Historic Warehouse District adjacent to the harbor is the largest warehouse complex in the world. The 17th century Church St. Michaelis is true landmark of Hamburg. All these and many other attractions you will find within 10 minutes walk from the hotel.
Schulgarten im Altonaer Volkspark, 4.5 km, the largest public park in Hamburg, spread over 82ha
Lutherpark, 4.8 km, a large park often visited by tourists and locals
Römischer Garten, 4.8 km, a public park in the Blankenese district on the southern slope of the Polterberges
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Getting there
The Hotel Louis C. Jacob is easy to reach by car from the highway A7/E3. Take the exit Hamburg/Othmarschen then follow Walderseestrasse street towards Blankenese. Turn left into Reventlowstrasse and drive until Elbchaussee and then turn right. When arriving at the Nienstedten distrinct you will see the Hotel Louis C. Jacob on your left hand side.
Hamburg Airport is only 20 minutes ride by taxi from the Hotel. Transfers are organized.
Hamburg-Altona Train Station is 10 minutes away.
Getting around
The Hotel Louis C. Jacob is only five minutes walk from the public bus station at the Elbchaussee. In addition, Hamburg-Altona Train Station is 10 minutes away. The on-site public parking is available with your advanced booking for EUR 19.50 per day.
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Reviews
Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at Hotel Louis C. Jacob
Average guest rating:
4.0Based on 50 reviews
- Location 4.7
- Rooms 4.7
- Dining 4.8
- Service 3.7
- Value 3.8
Individual guest reviews
Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 3.9
The service was very attentive and suitable to the standard of the hotel, upon my arrival the reception desk was not able to find the reservation made via Booked.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.8
Very attentive and kind staff, lovely, spacious rooms. The food is great.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.8
I would rate 7 stars in terms of luxury and customer service, nice rooms. Lovely cafe/restaurant.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 5.0
I would rate 7 stars in terms of luxury and customer service, excellent restaurant.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Service
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.5
Great staff too, for food, room service is proper.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.7
The view of the river elbe from the room was really nice and the atmosphere was welcoming. The staff were polite and the ambience was great, food was excellent.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.7
The hotel is very nice and the staff is very friendly and attentive. Rooms are spacious, as well as the famous terrace, there is an excellent restaurant.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 5.0
Not for this great hotel and friendly staff. The rooms were big, bright and clean, the breakfast was delicious and the wine selection at Kleines Jacob was impressive.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
- 5 Dining
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.5
Good atmosphere and great staff. The rooms are lovely and plush, the restaurant is excellent.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 5.0
The overall stay was extremely pleasant and personnel was excellent. The attention for the details in the room and the cleanliness were very good.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob Hamburg
Average rating: 4.6
Very attentive staff inside the hotel, fantastic service and comfortable rooms. Fresh towels and excellent cuisine.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value
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