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Lotte - The Backpackers

Burgweg 3, 69117 Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg Germany
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#1 of 7 hostels in Heidelberg
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Our hostel “Lotte” is located in the heart of the Old Town of Heidelberg. You are going to reside in one of the classic mansions of Heidelberg, a dwelling house with a rich tradition. It is situated directly below the castle, by the foot of the castle hill. Our eight guest rooms (there are currently seven of them available) are decorated and furnished in either antique- or retro-fashion style. The classic ambience is surely going to give you the feeling of being taken back to the good old days.
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Paid public parking nearby
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Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
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Burgweg 3, 69117 Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg Germany
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Lotte - The Backpackers
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tasneemcheytan wrote a review May 2017
Germany9 contributions12 helpful votes
By far, this hostel is the best I have stayed in. The location is very good, in the old town and it's a short ride to the centre. The hostel itself is very clean and well-kept. There is a shower/toilet for female only which is great for female travellers. And again, the toilets are all very clean. I saw them cleaning several times during the day. Above all, the owner is very nice, friendly and helpful (I cannot highlight enough how nice she is). I urgently needed to use a laptop when I checked in and since one guest was using the computer in the hostel, she let me used her personal laptop. She is always there when you need her and definitely goes out of her way to help. I highly recommend this hostel! The best indeed!!
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Date of stay: May 2017
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded May 17, 2017
Thanks so much for this great review, Tasneem! Was a pleasure meeting (and helping) you. Maybe see you again one day? Take care, Carmen
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Tabisini wrote a review May 2017
Gairloch, United Kingdom37 contributions14 helpful votes
I've stayed in a lot of backpacker hostels and Lotte is perhaps the nicest I know. There are no fancy gimmicks or unique features, it simply gets all the basics right - friendly welcome, nice atmosphere, cosy but not overcrowded, convenient location, all the amenities you need. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: May 2017
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Berta M wrote a review Dec 2016
36 contributions15 helpful votes
I've been in a lot of hostels all over the world gut Lotte's was the best one. Very quit allthough in the centre, very very clean and unique. Nice stuff and very special furniture. I will come back soon I hope.
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Date of stay: December 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Manager at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Jan 3, 2017
Thanks so much! Come back soon! :-)
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hughbaca wrote a review Dec 2016
Melbourne, Australia19 contributions5 helpful votes
Had an awesome stay at Lotte! Check in was very smooth even though we arrived quite late (9pm). We stayed in a private room up on the top of the place, it was huge, very comfortable and there was a good view of the castle from the window of the shared kitchen. On top of the free cereal, milk and coffee (new machine), the owner Carmen cooked for everyone on Christmas Eve and held a trivia night for us, very fun! Got our washing done here for 2 euro, great! Thanks very much Lotte :)
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Date of stay: December 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Dec 27, 2016
I´m happy you liked our Christmas party and the new coffee machine! We love it, too! ;-) Come back soon! Cheers, Carmen
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Micaela M wrote a review Dec 2016
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Can't say enough good things about this hostel! The location was incredible, right in the heart of old town for a really good price. The staff was wonderful, she was so friendly and welcoming. A small breakfast of coffee and cereal for free was nice. The room was spacious even for 6 people, and very clean. There aren't tons of bathrooms so showering in the morning with everyone else trying to do the same got to be challenging, but that's the same anywhere you go. Loved my stay here!
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Date of stay: December 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Dec 26, 2016
Hello Micaela, thanks for your great review! I´m happy you liked it here. I´m still thinking about improving the bathroom situation, but as it is such an original old house it´s hard to think about a solution. Hope to see you again one day! Take care, Carmen
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adventureaccounting wrote a review Nov 2016
Quezon City, Philippines67 contributions47 helpful votes
I stayed here for a night when I explored Heidelberg and I wish I could've stayed longer. The hostel is very cozy and kept clean at all times. I stayed in a 6-bed dorm for a night located near a bathroom - so it was very convenient. The bed & blanket were very cozy, I had a very fitful sleep. I just had to plug my gadgets all the way down because I got the top bunk. Breakfast is free (cereals) and there's free coffee & tea for everyone. I was lucky to get free food from their anniversary. Staff was warm and very helpful and patient with answering my questions. Location is perfect and the castle is just a short walk away.
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Date of stay: July 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Nov 21, 2016
Thanks for your great review! We´re about to improve the accessibility of the plugs in every room at the moment. We did quite some renovations lately. Will be better soon!
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Kaushal O wrote a review Nov 2016
15 contributions4 helpful votes
Once in a while you end up in a hostel that beats five star accomodaation. Lotte is one such place. I was unlucky I could only spend one day here. Carmen, who runs the hostel, is very friendly and helpful. When I asked for help she quickly drew up a plan for me of things to do durning the day. The rooms are beautiful, with wallpaper and old furniture (talking about the dorm here). Theres a kitchen with free coffee, tea AND Muesli. Theres a very comfortable living room to hang out and play games, read books or talk to fellow travellers. The location is excellent, in the old city and at the base of the castle. All in all I would have liked to stay here a bit more and make it my base to travel around. Next time hopefully!
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Date of stay: October 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Nov 7, 2016
Hello Kaushal, thanks so much for your great review! I´m always happy to get such good feedback. Hope to see you again one day! Take care, Carmen
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자인 성 wrote a review Oct 2016
47 contributions2 helpful votes
Service and facilities are perfect! Especially, the kitchen makes me comfortable. But the keys are quite uncomfortable and there's only one women's toilet, so that's sorry to wash in nights. I am willing to come back in Heidelberg and retake this hostel - Lotte the backpackers!
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Date of stay: October 2016
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Response from Gescheckte, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Oct 24, 2016
Hello and thanks for your review. I´m glad you liked it here. About the keys: Some people like them, some don´t. Some say it´s emphasizing the feeling of staying in someones home and that it´s more personal than a plastic card. But I noticed before that especially my Asian guests have troubles using them. It seems to be a different opening system for doors altogether. Let us explain to you how the keys work when checking-in so you´re not annoyed later. PS: Women are welcome to use our mixed-bathroom, too. ;-)
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JCarollo1966 wrote a review Oct 2016
Atlanta, Georgia289 contributions586 helpful votes
Had a GREAT stay at this place. My only regret is that I had to leave after the first night. Carmen, the owner and hostess, is an absolute pleasure to know. Thank you, Carmen, for a very nice stay. I appreciate all your help in finding me another place to lay my head for the night. About the place: Everything you need, literally next to the bus stop and right in the heart of Old Town. This is the place you want to stay if you are fortunate enough to get a bed here. BOOK EARLY. :) Very easy to get to. From Frankfurt Airport, take the :Long Distance" (not Regional) train to the Heidelberg Main train station, next walk out to the street to where the the Tourinst information building is, just behind the building you catch the #33 bus and stay on it all the way to Old Town. Get
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Date of stay: October 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Oct 17, 2016
Hello J.! Thanks for your wonderful review! Was a pleasure meeting you, too! Next time we´ll go for the promised drink for sure! :-) Take care, Carmen
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Moca84 wrote a review Aug 2016
3 contributions3 helpful votes
This was a great place, the staff was extremely nice and helpful. They told everyone to take the free coffee, tea, and cereal whenever they wanted. The rooms were very clean and welcoming, and most importantly the bathroom was extremely clean!! It was also right in the heart of the old city, right under the castle, and the train up the hill to the castle was literally across the street. I would definitely highly recommend it to anyone.
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Response from Carmen S, Inhaber at Lotte - The Backpackers
Responded Aug 24, 2016
Hello Moca84, thanks for your great review! I´m glad you liked it here and hope to see you again one day! I´m also glad that our construction works didn´t bother you. Will be over soon! Then we´ll have a nice hostel also from the outside! ;-) Take care, Carmen
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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