Prize by Radisson, Hamburg St. Pauli in Hamburg

It’s an OK hotel but pretty worn down. Breakfast has a nice sortiment and it’s nice of them that there is a 24/7 coffee and tea machine at everyone’s disposal. Very close to good public transport connections. But the hotel needs renovations and/or deep cleaning.

My stay at the Prize by Radisson St. Pauli proved to be a significant letdown, especially considering the price point of over €200 per night. For such a rate, one anticipates a certain standard of comfort and service, which this hotel regrettably failed to meet.

One issue was the infrequent housekeeping. Room cleaning and bed making are only done after the third night, a policy more aligned with budget hostels or extended-stay apartments than a hotel commanding a premium nightly fee. This meant multiple days without basic tidying or fresh linens.

The room itself was remarkably sparse, feeling more like a private room in a hostel than a proper hotel accommodation. Crucial amenities were conspicuously absent: the bathroom had no hand soap, there was no cup or glass anywhere in the room (you had to ask reception for a cup), and the lack of a wardrobe or a safe for valuables created considerable inconvenience.

Breakfast, while offered, was equally basic. The small selection of items felt inadequate for the price paid.

In essence, the Prize by Radisson St. Pauli offers a bare-bones experience. For over €200 per night that I paid, the absence of standard hotel amenities and services, coupled with the minimal housekeeping and breakfast, presents a very poor value proposition. Travelers used to typical hotel comforts at this price range will likely find this establishment to be disappointing.

Small rooms, tired looking carpets, AC that didn't work and a somewhat suspicious location close to the red light district that felt unsafe. The highlight though was the ultra nice Italian guy at breakfast. He was tops! Breakfast surprisingly decent, avoid scrambled egg. Coffee is good