If you like Travelodge beige, stop reading now! This former brothel has kept it's character, but not in a grubby way. The fixtures and furnishings are definitely ott, but this is it's charm - it's definitely different. If you look carefully, there are signs of wear and tear in places, but the furniture in our room looked virtually new and the bed was very comfortable with good quality linen. As for practicalities, it is very handy for both rail and bus stations. Perhaps the only slight downside is the lack of a lift, but this isn't a problem unless you have mobility difficulties. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is the usual selection, though it did vary from day to day. The area is mainly Turkish/Kurdish and so has a real buzz of activity during the day, but being Muslim, the locals do not stagger around in drunken groups at night, so it's peaceful for sleeping. Despite this, bars and restaurants of many types are within a few minutes walk. Definitely the best place I've ever stayed in Hamburg!