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The Fontenay offers 131 guest rooms and suites throughout its contemporary structure on the southwestern shores of the Alster. Many accommodations feature private balconies, with some providing views of the Alster waterway. Rooms are positioned within architect Jan Störmer's organically designed building, which emphasizes light, space, and connection to nature.
Check availability Official websiteThe hotel accommodates guests across 131 distinct rooms and suites, offering choice in size and positioning. Each room features a private balcony, extending living space and providing exterior access with views of either the Alster or the surrounding landscape of ancient trees framing the property. The balconies function as an extension of the interior, allowing guests to experience the natural setting while maintaining privacy.
The building's organic architecture by Jan Störmer creates naturally lit interiors throughout. The central Atrium Lounge rises 27 meters in height, establishing an open, grand sense of space that influences the spatial design across guest floors. This vertical emphasis creates a sense of openness that extends into the guest room wings, contributing to the brightness and spacious character of accommodations.
Many suites and rooms at The Fontenay provide views of the Alster, Hamburg's central urban waterway. The southwestern shore location of the hotel means rooms positioned toward the water capture these views. Other rooms overlook the mature trees and white facade of the building itself, maintaining the connection to the natural landscape that defines the property's setting.
The light installation within the Atrium Lounge, created by William Brand of atelier Brand van Egmond at 6 meters in height, serves as a focal point for the interior. Combined with floor-to-ceiling windows and the height of the atrium, this installation contributes to the brightness throughout guest floors. The variety in view options allows guests to select accommodations aligned with their preference for water views or landscape views.
The Fontenay offers 131 guest rooms and suites.
Yes, each room features a private balcony providing exterior access and views.
Many suites and rooms at The Fontenay provide views of the Alster waterway, while others overlook the building's landscape and surrounding trees.
Architect Jan Störmer designed the hotel using organic architecture principles.
The central Atrium Lounge rises 27 meters and features a 6-meter light installation by William Brand, creating a grand interior space that influences the design across guest floors.
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