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Hotel Cristall - Frankfurt City

A 3-star hotel in Frankfurt's Gallusviertel, a short walk from the main train station, with soundproofed rooms and a highly rated breakfast.

  • 5-minute walk from Frankfurt Hbf
  • Soundproofed rooms for quiet sleep
  • Breakfast included in room rate
8.2 Great 5090 reviews Booking.com 8.2 · 5090 reviews

About

Hotel Cristall - Frankfurt City

Hotel Cristall - Frankfurt City occupies a building from 1910 in the Gallusviertel district, about a 5-minute walk from City-Haus. The 3-star property puts you within easy reach of Frankfurt's main train station, making it a practical base for business trips or city breaks.

Guests consistently highlight the convenient location, the quiet rooms despite the central setting, and the breakfast spread. The hotel offers a private parking lot on site, 24-hour reception, and express check-in/out, with air conditioning and soundproofed windows in the rooms.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Steps from Frankfurt Hbf — The hotel sits just across from the main train station, making it easy to arrive, depart, and explore the city.
  • Quiet despite central location — Soundproofed windows keep out street and station noise, ensuring a peaceful sleep.
  • Highly rated staff — Guests consistently note the friendliness and helpfulness of the team, from reception to night shift.
  • Breakfast included — A buffet with sweet and savory options is included in the room rate, offering good value.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms can be small — Some guests found the rooms compact, though still comfortable.
  • Plug placement issues — A guest noted challenges with the placement of power sockets in the room.
  • Central area can be busy — Being next to the main station means foot traffic and noise outside, though the rooms are well insulated.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Comfort Single Room

  • 1 Single bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Luggage storage

In-room

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Fax/Photocopying

Parking & Wi-Fi

  • Parking
  • Wi-Fi

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.2
Great 5090 reviews

Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 5,090 reviews

Booking.com · 8.2 · 5090 reviews
8.2Verified guest

“The location is superb, right across from the main train station, which was ideal for my business trip. The room was modern and comfortable, with a clean bathroom and a good bed. A few plug placement issues aside, the stay was pleasant, and breakfast was satisfying with helpful staff.”

8.2Verified guest

“I loved the decor and the location, just a stone's throw from the main station. Breakfast is good and included in the room rate. The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean and large. I highly recommend this hotel.”

8.2Verified guest

“Everything was perfect – I had a very good one-night stay. The breakfast was delicious and satisfying with plenty of options; I really enjoyed it.”

8.2Verified guest

“Cleanliness, friendly staff, location right next to the central station, room design, and free Wi-Fi were all excellent.”

8.2Verified guest

“The location is great, about a 10-15 minute walk from a glass-fronted skyscraper. The rooms are spacious and cool enough, with working air conditioning, so guests have the essentials.”

8.2Verified guest

“A clean room and modern facilities, including Wi-Fi and a TV, made my stay enjoyable. Being near a metro station made exploring the city easy.”

04 — Location

Getting around Frankfurt am Main

The property sits in Frankfurt am Main.

Getting around: Frankfurt Hbf is about a 5-minute walk, providing direct access to regional and long-distance trains, plus the U-Bahn and S-Bahn for exploring the city.

Nearby sights: City-Haus is within a 5-minute walk, and a glass-fronted skyscraper is about 10-15 minutes on foot.

Ottostrasse 3, Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60329, Germany

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
30 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

How far is the hotel from Frankfurt's main train station?

The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from Frankfurt Hbf, right across from the station's north side.

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

Yes, according to guest reviews, breakfast is included in the rate and offers a buffet with a variety of sweet and savory options.

Does the hotel have parking?

Yes, there is a private parking lot on site for guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.

Are the rooms air-conditioned?

Yes, rooms are equipped with air conditioning, as well as soundproofed windows.

The bottom line

For travellers who prioritise location and quiet rooms, Hotel Cristall – Frankfurt City delivers a practical, well-run stay steps from the main station. It earns strong marks for service and comfort, with only minor drawbacks like compact rooms.

8.2A solid, well-located choice for short stays in Frankfurt.

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