The George Hotel

I'm really puzzled by the bad reviews and Hollywood movie level drama that some of these reviewers talk about. We arrived way before check in time, pleasantly asked if there was any way we could check in if a room was available, and guess what, we were allowed to check in earlier. No argument, no eye rolls from the staff at the check-in counter and no drama. Any request we had, from firmer pillows to borrowing an umbrella, was fulfilled with a smile. Hotel isn't brand new, obviously, so some of the traffic areas of the rooms and hallways may seem tired, but at no time did I feel like I wasn't getting my money's worth, or that the state of the room was so bad, I would feel compelled to leave a scathing review about my experience. This is a good hotel, with some eclectic decor, a friendly staff and a good restaurant. Bed was comfortable, no one barged in my room when it wasn't expected and my room was clean. I'd come back no problem. Sometimes being a nice person goes along way.

Wonderful location, friendly and welcoming staff! The room is comfortable and very clean and there is even a yoga mat in the room. The decoration of the lobby and the rooms opening to the lobby are charming.

We've stayed at the George many times over the last few years. It's a very nicely designed and comfortable hotel, both in the public areas (lobby, restaurant and bar, and library rooms) and the guest rooms. The restaurant does excellent Italian food in the evening, and provides a high quality and extensive breakfast selection in the morning, while the bar does great cocktails and is a popular local venue in itself. The rooms are stylish and well equipped, with nespresso coffee machines and minibars. The staff at the hotel are friendly and helpful, in the bar, restaurant and reception, with particular mention for Jutta Knupper at reception, who was very helpful at check in with a requested room change on arrival. The hotel location is excellent, in the St George area, full of cafes, restaurants and shops, a few mins from the Alster Lake, and not far from the inner city.