Hotels in Frankfurt
Frankfurt, a two thousand year old city located in Central Germany, is a tourist destination that has so much to offer to its visitors. As the business and financial hub of Germany, Frankfurt is recognized as the wealthiest city in the European Union. Frankfurt is also known for its international trade fairs. Because of its prominence in finance, business and culture, Frankfurt is regarded by many as an expensive city.
Getting into Frankfurt
When you arrive at the Frankfurt International Airport, you will notice that it is one of the busiest in the world with over 290 destinations in 109 countries serviced by the airport every week.
Take the buses outside Terminals 1 and 2 to get to the city center. If you wish to take a taxi, proceed to the taxi stands outside the arrival area.
While touring around Frankfurt, take time to study the prices of public transport tickets. Prices vary depending on the areas or zones you want to go to and how often you want to travel.
How to find hotels in Frankfurt
The cost of hotels in Frankfurt is higher than in other German cities. To book your accommodations before your arrival in Frankfurt, contact or visit the websites of Frankfurt Tourismus and Congress GmbH.
Hotels in Frankfurt’s city center are quite pricey. Luxury hotels in Frankfurt will charge from $400 to $600 a night. Expect to spend from $75 to $200 on a mid-range accommodation. The price depends on the variety of guest services and facilities the hotel offers.
If you need budget accommodations then be persistent in looking for one. If you do not need to be in the city center, consider staying at bed and breakfasts in nearby Frankfurt suburbs.
Please note that hotels in Frankfurt are easily filled up during busy trade fair seasons. Check on the dates that you arrive and check if there is an international trade fair on those dates. It would be best for you to book prior to your arrival so as not to have the difficulty of finding rooms. If you find yourself in Frankfurt on dates that are crucial, then head to a tourist office and ask for help.
However even without the fairs, hotels are relatively expensive. Businessmen and bankers visit the city at all times. It is still best to book well in advance and have confirmed hotel reservations before arriving in Frankfurt.
All major hotels in the city center are conveniently located near a train station, the business area and the trade fair grounds. Taxis and public transportation abound but since the city is not that spread-out, it usually takes only 20 minutes to walk to where you are going.
Things to do in Frankfurt
Frankfurt is a modern city known for its skyscrapers. It is a historical and cultural city with its own opera house, theaters and museums. Though the modern city has been built after World War II, some historic structures like Romer, the city hall have been restored. The city’s nightlife is also alive with scores of bars and dance clubs.