Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about the Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin? The location is honestly kind of incredible – you’re literally sitting on top of Stuttgart’s main train station, which sounds terrible until you realize it’s actually genius. I mean, you step out the front door and you’re in the heart of Stuttgart-Mitte with the Königstraße shopping street right there, but somehow the hotel manages to feel completely insulated from all the chaos below.

The building itself has this old-school European grandeur that actually feels authentic, not like someone tried to fake it in the 90s. Walking through the lobby, you get these glimpses of Stuttgart’s business crowd mixing with tourists, and the staff – well, they’re the kind of people who remember your name after one night and can tell you which U-Bahn line gets you to the Mercedes-Benz Museum fastest (it’s the U1 to Gottlieb-Daimler-Stadion, by the way). The rooms are what you’d expect from a proper 5-star place, though I’ll be honest, some of the street-facing ones can get a bit of noise from the Arnulf-Klett-Platz during rush hour. But here’s the thing – if you’re staying here, you’re probably not lounging around your room all day anyway.

What really sets this place apart is how it works as a base for exploring Stuttgart. You’re walking distance from the Staatsoper if you’re into that scene, and the Schlossgarten is literally a five-minute stroll when you need to escape the city buzz. The hotel restaurant does this interesting take on Swabian cuisine that doesn’t feel touristy – locals actually eat there, which tells you something. And parking, since everyone asks – yes, they have a garage, which is basically essential in this part of the city unless you enjoy circling blocks for an hour. The 8.2 rating makes sense to me; it’s not trying to be flashy or revolutionary, but everything just… works. The kind of place where business travelers become regulars and tourists leave thinking they discovered something special, even though it’s been quietly doing its thing for years. If you’re the type who wants to actually experience Stuttgart rather than just pass through it, this spot gets it right.

The luxury concierge service in Stuttgart offers personalized access to private automotive collections, Michelin-starred dining, and VIP cultural experiences in this innovative German city.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $212. Superior Room with 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $230. Deluxe Room with 1 king bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $276. Executive Junior Suite with 1 king bed for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• Very Good – Khalid from Qatar – August 8, 2025 (8/10)

  Very good location
  
  What could be improved: It needs to add more option in the room service

• Very Good – Robert from United Kingdom – July 15, 2025 (8/10)

  Friendliness of staff was excellent. The room size was very good. The location was perfect.
  
  What could be improved: No dislikes

• Very Good – Katevan from Ireland – July 1, 2025 (8/10)

  Very good, comfortable, clean and spacious. Staff were wonderful.

• Wonderful – Albie from South Africa – June 12, 2025 (9/10)

  We had a lovely stay!
  
  What could be improved: Need to upgrade to smart TVs 🙂

• Nothing wrong – Dr from Germany – June 2, 2025 (8/10)

  Nice spacious and renovated rooms.
  
  What could be improved: Lack of atmosphere, empty lobby

• Wonderful – David from United States – May 13, 2025 (9/10)

  Rooms were spacious
  
  What could be improved: They couldn't get my key to open my room door the first night.

• In general good. – Paul from United Kingdom – April 8, 2025 (8/10)

  Both restaurants closed on a Monday.Check in person was a bit miserable. One lift out of order.

• Good an nice – Steen from Denmark – April 6, 2025 (9/10)

  Nice room, good location
  
  What could be improved: Perhaps the lobby and interior needs an update

• Tres bien – Waleed from Saudi Arabia – March 30, 2025 (8/10)

  It is in the center, very good ones
  Parking lot is just next door and it is private one.
  Capacity is good enough
  I chose this place to match my reason in staying in sttugart which it has to be in center plus within reasonable distance to outlet. It was 35 minutes away
  
  What could be improved: Neighbours is a bit creepy although it is in the center sorry to say so

• Nice hotel – John from United Kingdom – January 16, 2025 (8/10)

  Great location
  Ample breakfast
  Lovely big room
  Great bathroom
  
  What could be improved: Soft pillows
  Silly coffee machine in room

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