Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall is a luxury 5-star hotel offering waterfront accommodation in the heart of Hamburg. Highlights include a plush spa area with a heated indoor pool and an excellent location on the banks of Alsterkanal. Hamburg city centre is a thriving and affluent hub, boasting an impressive range of architectural styles. It is situated on the north bank of the Elbe river, with multiple waterways separating the Neustadt from the Altstadt. Nearby places of interest include HafenCity, the Gothic Revival Church of St. Nicholas, public square Gaensemarkt, the 18th-century St. Michaelis Church, the Hamburg State Opera, Hamburg Rathaus and the Kunsthalle Hamburg. Roedingsmarkt U-Bahn station is located in the vicinity, providing fast and easy access to other popular Hamburg destinations. The hotel is housed in a modern mid-rise complex on the banks of Alsterkanal. Facilities include a plush spa area with a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and well-equipped fitness centre. A range of massages and spa treatments are available on request. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the premises. Superior rooms are 28sqm and decorated in an elegant, contemporary style. Amenities include air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, Bose radio, mini-bar and a marble en-suite bathroom. Ticino combines international gourmet cuisine with the best local ingredients and an exclusive wine list. Le Café offers brasserie-style dishes and hot beverages throughout the day featuring views of the city, while the 24-hour Smoker Club Lounge boasts lounge music and a waterfront terrace. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning and there are plenty of dining opportunities in the vicinity. The hotel provides 24-hour reception, concierge and room service. Chargeable parking is possible onsite. ***The spa will be temporarily closed for annual maintenance between 04/01/2016 and 10/01/2016. Guests will have access to an alternative spa facility at a nearby hotel.***