Stäffele City Appartements

Hotel Description

So I stumbled across Stäffele City Appartements during one of those frantic last-minute booking sessions, and honestly? It turned out to be one of those pleasant surprises that makes you feel a bit smug about your travel instincts. The name threw me off at first – I mean, “Stäffele” is basically Stuttgart slang for those steep staircases that zigzag up the hills around the city, which gives you a pretty good hint about the neighborhood’s character right off the bat.

The location on Buschlestraße is actually pretty clever – you’re in Stuttgart-West, which locals will tell you is where the city starts feeling less corporate and more, well, livable. It’s not right in the tourist thick of things, but that’s honestly part of the appeal. You can walk to the main pedestrian zone in about fifteen minutes (though you’ll definitely feel those gentle slopes Stuttgart’s famous for), and there’s this great little bakery around the corner that does these incredible Laugenstangen that’ll ruin your diet in the best possible way. The tram connections are solid too – the U6 and U7 lines aren’t far, so getting around is actually easier than staying somewhere more “central” where you’re fighting tourist crowds just to catch public transport.

What I really appreciated was how the apartments feel like someone actually lives there, you know? None of that sterile hotel furniture that looks like it was ordered from the same catalog as every other place. The kitchenettes are small but functional – I managed to make proper coffee and even attempted some local sausages from the nearby Edeka (results were… mixed, but that’s on my cooking skills, not the facilities). The Wi-Fi didn’t make me want to throw my laptop out the window, which honestly puts it ahead of some four-star places I’ve stayed. Parking can be a bit of a treasure hunt on the street, but there are options nearby if you’re willing to walk a couple blocks. The building itself has that solid German apartment feel – thick walls mean you’re not hearing every conversation from next door, though you might catch the occasional tram rumbling by if you’re a light sleeper. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, none of that overly choreographed hotel lobby performance. The 7.6 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury touches, but it delivers on the things that actually matter when you’re trying to experience a city rather than just sleep between tourist attractions. For the price point and the neighborhood, you’re getting honest value without the marketing nonsense.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $72. Budget Single Room with 1 twin bed for Max. people: 1
• Estimated price from: $75. Economy Single Room with 1 twin bed for Max. people: 1

Reviews

• Good price good location easy check in – Simon from Switzerland – July 27, 2025 (9/10)

  The property is at the top end of town. The other side to main station. I found this a pretty good location. The price is fair and the check in check out made super easy and autonomous
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Everything was great, except for the Wi-Fi – Zdrm from Serbia – June 9, 2025 (9/10)

  1. Great location, near the S-Bahn station and Johanneskirche with lake.
  
  2. We got the room we were asking for, 2. floor, north-east view, which is really rare. We are thankful for that.
  
  3. Solution for the kitchen was at first surprising, but it’s actually very good.
  
  4. Restaurant personnel was great. When we arrived, we should have left the filled registration form in the mailbox, but it was dark and we were so tired that we couldn't see it (photo we received wasn't so precise). During the day is, of course, visible. Woman from the restaurant help us to find it. 🙂 Last day a man helped us with our luggage. Great people.
  
  What could be improved: 1. Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room, so we have to sit on the chair in the hallway in the evening to communicate with our friends and family. The next day we complained and we were offered another room by a very friendly receptionist, but we liked our view and we already unpacked everything, so we decided not to move. There are 3 rooms without Wi-Fi connection, which is very unusual today.
  
  2. Some minor inconveniences:
  – Lack of hooks in the bathroom, for our small towels and staff when you take a shower. There were 6 hooks in the kitchen, unnecessary.
  – There was only one nightstand with large glass surface, and other side of the bed was right next to the wall, so you have to crawl out of it. There could be two smaller nightstands.
  
  We will rate it 9 only because the Wi-Fi, otherwise it would be 10!

• Very comfortable. Was quiet – Sachiko from Japan – June 6, 2025 (9/10)

  The staff are flexible and kind.
  
  What could be improved: The hair dryer in my room was sticky.

• We would recommend it. – Karen from Canada – May 24, 2025 (9/10)

  Lovely well stocked room for a short stay. In a great location close to many attractions.
  
  What could be improved: Wish we had known we were on the 3rd floor as there is no elevator.

• Nice little bnb – Thomas from United Kingdom – September 13, 2024 (7/10)

  Lovely staff, nice location, clean room and comfortable bed.
  
  What could be improved: On my stay, the shower was cold. This may well be fixed when you stay 🙂

• Very Good – John from United Kingdom – June 28, 2024 (8/10)

  Left key in room. Staff were great and very helpful in letting me back in once we made contact
  
  What could be improved: No reception staff and difficult to contact when locked out.

• Great location near Feuersee with all necessary for a short stay. – Willgem from United Kingdom – August 7, 2025 (8/10)

  The communication previous to arrival was excellent at any point. Clear instructions were given to find the keys and the apartment entrance, including pictures that helped a lot. Also the flexibility to check-in late as our flight was delayed.
  
  What could be improved: The bathroom is compact but suitable for a couple. The lack of aircon was well compensated leaving the windows open during the night as teh weather was hot but the surroundings are very quiet.

• Wonderful – Angela from Romania – July 29, 2025 (9/10)

  Very nice place, clean and close to city center

• Very Good – Beril from Turkey – June 23, 2025 (8/10)

  Clean, comfortable and silent.

• Good – Mason from Australia – June 21, 2025 (7/10)

  Comfortable bed and very quiet. Restaurant below is also great
  
  What could be improved: Furniture had stains and it was very hot, was on the 4th floor and it was a lot higher in temperature than any other floor and probably 5-10° higher than outside. Not sure why. No aircon just a fan.

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