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A sign for Hotel Café Galerie with a modern design, featuring stars and the word "Superior" above the name.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a visible kitchen area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers and a variety of coffee pods.

1. Hotel Café Galerie

Hotel Café Galerie
Garbsen
CNY452
CNY492 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Hotel Café Galerie
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A modern motel with a glass facade, a neon sign, and a cobblestone entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a world map on the wall.
A modern living room with a large window, a world map mural, a leather sofa, and a television.

2. Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen

Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
CNY610
CNY653 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a computer, and a seating area with a view of the hallway.
A hotel room with two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a wall-mounted sign reading "B&B HOTELS".
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a plain wall.
A B&B hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

3. B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen

B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
CNY422
CNY452 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
A buffet with various breads and pastries, including croissants and baguettes.
A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling light, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A traditional half-timbered house with a driveway, parked cars, and a garden with flowers.
A hotel with a traditional European architectural style, featuring a large parking lot with several cars.

4. Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck

Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
Garbsen
CNY1,234
CNY1,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
A buffet with various food items including fruits, cheeses, meats, and bread.
An aerial view of a residential building with a parking lot, solar panels on the roof, and a clear sky.
A compact living space with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a kitchenette, and a striped floor.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a small bedroom, and a view of the outside.

5. Hotel Globotel Business

Hotel Globotel Business
Garbsen
CNY471
CNY504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hotel Globotel Business
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a large window with a view of greenery, and a dark wardrobe.
A small kitchen with a microwave, a dining table with two chairs, and a wooden floor.
A wooden dining table with two chairs, a green vase with grass, and a wall clock.
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a microwave, a sink, and two bar stools.

6. Garbsen Wohnkomfort

Garbsen Wohnkomfort
Garbsen
CNY6,275
CNY7,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Garbsen Wohnkomfort
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table set for two, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious interior with a curved kitchen island, wooden beams, and a polished wooden floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen with hanging pots.

7. Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten

Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
Garbsen
CNY1,632
CNY1,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple floors, a central seating area, and a boat display.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors with balconies, and a reception desk.
A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by trees and a body of water, with a clear sky and a visible moon.
A three-tiered dessert stand with pastries on a table in a hotel room.

8. Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover

Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
Langenhagen
CNY658
CNY739 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, and a view of trees through the window.
A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area and a glass storefront.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a green outdoor area.

9. Mercure Hotel Am Entenfang Hannover

Mercure Hotel Am Entenfang Hannover
Herrenhausen-Stöcken
CNY464
CNY497 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Mercure Hotel Am Entenfang Hannover
A modern hotel entrance with a glass canopy and a clear sky.
A modern restaurant with a wooden bar and purple chairs.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with round tables, and a bar with high stools.
A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, wall-mounted artwork, and a vase with flowers.

10. Leonardo Hotel Hannover Airport

Leonardo Hotel Hannover Airport
Langenhagen
CNY604
CNY679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Leonardo Hotel Hannover Airport
A restaurant with a long wooden table set for dining, featuring plates, cutlery, and glasses.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, covered by yellow umbrellas, and surrounded by potted plants.
A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, a wicker chair, and a bed with a bedside table.

11. Cantera by Wiegand

Cantera by Wiegand
Wunstorf
CNY528
CNY565 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Cantera by Wiegand
Breakfast area
A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling.
A hotel room with a large window, a chair, a lamp, and a wall mural of a building.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hannover Schweizerhof

DoubleTree by Hilton Hannover Schweizerhof
Mitte
CNY801
CNY857 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
DoubleTree by Hilton Hannover Schweizerhof
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a television.
A modern lounge area with leather seating, a patterned wall, and a large window.
A hallway with a wooden bench, two white sinks, a trash bin, and a door leading to another room.
A cozy living room with a television, a coffee table, a sofa, and a wooden bookshelf.

13. Hotel Amadeus

Hotel Amadeus
Linden-Limmer
CNY750
CNY803 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hotel Amadeus
A restaurant interior with a bar area, wooden flooring, and hanging light fixtures.
A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with sheer curtains.
A gym with various exercise machines, a green carpet, and a wooden floor.
A bar area with shelves of bottles, a bar counter, and bar stools.

14. LOFTSTYLE Hotel Hannover, Best Western Signature Collection

LOFTSTYLE Hotel Hannover, Best Western Signature Collection
Vahrenwald-List
CNY593
CNY635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
LOFTSTYLE Hotel Hannover, Best Western Signature Collection
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a sign that says "Please do not speak!"
A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows, and a view of the outside.
A garden with white umbrellas, a weeping willow tree, and various flowers.
A building with a covered porch and large trees in the foreground.

15. Hotel Benther Berg

Hotel Benther Berg
Ronnenberg
CNY921
CNY986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Hotel Benther Berg
A buffet table with various food items and a central floral arrangement.
A conference room with a long table, black chairs, and red curtains.
A modern gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and a variety of fitness equipment.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

16. DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport

DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport
Langenhagen
CNY399
CNY448 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport
An indoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern lobby with grey sofas, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and large windows, featuring brick walls and potted plants.

17. Sheraton Hannover Pelikan Hotel

Sheraton Hannover Pelikan Hotel
List
CNY810
CNY866 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Sheraton Hannover Pelikan Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard and outdoor seating area, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a palm tree, and a view of a lake.
A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a view of a lake with boats.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a river.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Hannover Maschsee

Courtyard by Marriott Hannover Maschsee
Mitte
CNY759
CNY812 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Courtyard by Marriott Hannover Maschsee
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a large pillar.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass door entrance.
A Novotel hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a canopy.

19. Novotel Hannover

Novotel Hannover
List
CNY649
CNY695 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Novotel Hannover
A dining area with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a chandelier.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a checkered floor, and a staircase.
A traditional half-timbered building with a sign reading "Hotel Jägerhof."
A sign for Veltins Hotel & Restaurant with an arrow pointing to the entrance.

20. Hotel Jägerhof

Hotel Jägerhof
Langenhagen
CNY565
CNY635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Hotel Jägerhof
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A sign for Hotel Café Galerie with a modern design, featuring stars and the word "Superior" above the name.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a visible kitchen area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers and a variety of coffee pods.

Hotel Café Galerie

Hotel Café Galerie
Garbsen
We have 3 left at
CNY471
per night
CNY1,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Café Galerie
A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a computer, and a seating area with a view of the hallway.
A hotel room with two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a wall-mounted sign reading "B&B HOTELS".
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a plain wall.
A B&B hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen

B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
CNY508
per night
CNY1,087 total
includes taxes & fees
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B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A modern motel with a glass facade, a neon sign, and a cobblestone entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a world map on the wall.
A modern living room with a large window, a world map mural, a leather sofa, and a television.

Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen

Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
We have 7 left at
CNY631
per night
CNY1,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
A buffet with various food items including fruits, cheeses, meats, and bread.
An aerial view of a residential building with a parking lot, solar panels on the roof, and a clear sky.
A compact living space with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a kitchenette, and a striped floor.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a small bedroom, and a view of the outside.

Hotel Globotel Business

Hotel Globotel Business
Garbsen
We have 8 left at
CNY479
per night
CNY1,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Globotel Business
A buffet with various breads and pastries, including croissants and baguettes.
A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling light, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A traditional half-timbered house with a driveway, parked cars, and a garden with flowers.
A hotel with a traditional European architectural style, featuring a large parking lot with several cars.

Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck

Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
Garbsen
CNY1,238
per night
CNY2,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table set for two, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious interior with a curved kitchen island, wooden beams, and a polished wooden floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen with hanging pots.

Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten

Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
Garbsen
CNY5,705
per night
CNY12,209 total
includes taxes & fees
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Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a tray.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, large windows, and a chandelier. Tables are set with white tablecloths and napkins.
A reception area with a counter, a reception desk, and a door leading to the toilets.

Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel

Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel
Garbsen
Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel
A sign for Hotel Café Galerie with a modern design, featuring stars and the word "Superior" above the name.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a visible kitchen area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers and a variety of coffee pods.

Hotel Café Galerie

Hotel Café Galerie
Garbsen
We have 2 left at
CNY454
per night
CNY987 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Café Galerie
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A modern motel with a glass facade, a neon sign, and a cobblestone entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a world map on the wall.
A modern living room with a large window, a world map mural, a leather sofa, and a television.

Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen

Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
We have 7 left at
CNY631
per night
CNY1,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Raststättenhotel Hannover-Garbsen
A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a computer, and a seating area with a view of the hallway.
A hotel room with two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a wall-mounted sign reading "B&B HOTELS".
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a plain wall.
A B&B hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area.

B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen

B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
Garbsen
CNY557
per night
CNY1,192 total
includes taxes & fees
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B&B HOTEL Hannover-Garbsen
A buffet with various breads and pastries, including croissants and baguettes.
A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling light, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A traditional half-timbered house with a driveway, parked cars, and a garden with flowers.
A hotel with a traditional European architectural style, featuring a large parking lot with several cars.

Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck

Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
Garbsen
CNY1,238
per night
CNY2,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table set for two, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious interior with a curved kitchen island, wooden beams, and a polished wooden floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen with hanging pots.

Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten

Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
Garbsen
We have 1 left at
CNY1,855
per night
CNY3,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Schlossresidenz Boutique Apartements & Hotel Suiten
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a tray.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, large windows, and a chandelier. Tables are set with white tablecloths and napkins.
A reception area with a counter, a reception desk, and a door leading to the toilets.

Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel

Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel
Garbsen
Stelinger Hof Hotel Münkel
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Top landmarks in Garbsen

Blauer See Aquapark

Blauer See Aquapark is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Garbsen, why not stop by during your stay.
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Hannover Golf Club

You might want to play some rounds at Hannover Golf Club, located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Garbsen.
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Learn more about Garbsen

Garbsen is well-known for its attractions such as Blauer See Aquapark and Hannover Golf Club.

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A calm lake with clear water, surrounded by trees with green and yellow leaves.

Check out reviews of Garbsen hotels guests love

June Six Hotel Hannover City

June Six Hotel Hannover City

8/10 Good
"Overall great location and ease of access. Toilet and shower are clean. If not for the 3am and 7:30am fire alarm, everything will be perfect."
Wei Hui 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
June Six Hotel Hannover City
DORMERO Hotel Hannover

DORMERO Hotel Hannover

10/10 Excellent
"Location and hotel was very good. We didn't take the option for breakfast as we were tight for time in the mornings and we also felt that it was expensive. We had to leave the hotel five days early and return to the UK due to a medical emergency. I've contacted the hotel direct and also via Hotel.com asking if there's any possibility of a refund for the days we were not occuping the room. So far I have not had a response, not even and acknowledgement of my email."
Robert 10-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
DORMERO Hotel Hannover
YORS Hotel Hannover

YORS Hotel Hannover

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great and you can't beat the location. 3 minute walk to the train station."
Greg 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
YORS Hotel Hannover
Premier Inn Hannover City University

Premier Inn Hannover City University

10/10 Excellent
"Great value and comfortable hotel"
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Premier Inn Hannover City University
Prize by Radisson, Hannover City

Prize by Radisson, Hannover City

8/10 Good
"The decor is very bright indeed"
Ashley 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Prize by Radisson, Hannover City
Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover

Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, food options, comfortable bed and well stocked bathroom. So convenient to Hanover airport. Would definitely stay there again."
Kathryn 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport

DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Everything about this hotel was excellent. The two issues guests might have - in warmer months is there is no air conditioning in the room we stayed in and it may be uncomfortable, and it’s location makes it prone to loud street noises."
Ron 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
DORMERO Hotel Hannover – Langenhagen Airport
Kastens Hotel Luisenhof

Kastens Hotel Luisenhof

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel and very central"
Steve 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kastens Hotel Luisenhof
Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel

Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic experience. Unique accommodation close to the city Center. Helpful and friendly staff. Our room and all the common areas were spotless. Highly recommend!"
Anja 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Garbsen?
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Can I book Garbsen hotels with free cancellation?
In order to book a refundable Garbsen hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Garbsen?
Our travelers' favorite pet-friendly hotels in Garbsen include:You can check "Pet friendly" on the Hotels.com "Amenities" filter in your search to find even more pet-friendly hotels in Garbsen.
What are some of the best hotels in Garbsen for couples?
Choose a top-rated Garbsen romantic hotel and enjoy your couple's getaway. Our travelers love Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck, a hotel with a restaurant and a full-service spa. Discover more hotels in Garbsen on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are some of the best Garbsen hotels with free parking?
If you're driving, a great Garbsen hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Garbsen?
For hotels in central Garbsen, check out Hotel Münkel and Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck. Travelers love Hotel Münkel for its location, as well as the free parking, smart TVs and down comforters this hotel offers. Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck is another popular central hotel with a full-service spa, a hot tub and a restaurant. Linden-Limmer and Nordstadt are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Garbsen vacation.
What accommodations do travelers like in Garbsen?
Guests like Hotel Restaurant Bullerdieck, Hotel Globotel Business and DORMERO Hotel Hannover.
Where can I find free parking with my stay in Garbsen?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Hotel Café Galerie and Hotel Gasthaus Schubert.
Can I book refundable hotels in Garbsen?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Garbsen, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in Garbsen be like during my visit?
August and July are typically the warmest months in Garbsen when the average temp is 64°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 38°F. July and August are the months with the most rain.
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