Reviews of Hotel Barbarossa Karlsruhe Stadtmitte This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
Luisenstrasse 36-38, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
#30 of 59 hotels in Karlsruhe
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 81 hotel reviews
8.2Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.8
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Comfort
8.5
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Location
8.3
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Facilities
8.1
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Staff
8.8
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Value for money
8.3
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Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Raj
India3 reviews8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Need to pay Karlsruhe city tourist tax extra 3.5 Euros
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Wiebke
Switzerland3 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The breakfast was simple but good, but a good coffee machine and great coffee would make a big difference. I liked everything except the coffee.
Very comfortable beds; good location; car parking anywhere along the street; good value for money
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 29 September 2024
Piotr
United Kingdom25 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Decent hotel in the centre of Karlsruhe”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The surrounding area wasn’t great
Cosy and clean room. Good breakfast
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 28 September 2024
David
Israel16 reviews2 helpful votes7.0Good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
the room was extreemly small
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 13 September 2024
Peter
United Kingdom100 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Convenient central hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Business Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Tiny sticker explaining use of electric shutters that we totally missed and so slept without . Hopelessly unsupporting pillows. We were told we needed to eat breakfast between 7 and 8 am which was too early. No kettle for making a drink
Private parking nearby Good sized rooms Central location
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 28 August 2024
Antonia
Croatia21 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
While the hotel was small, it was clean and well-maintained. The room, though compact, was tidy and provided a comfortable space for my stay. The breakfast was with a good selection of options. The staff, from the receptionist to the other members of the team, were accommodating, making my stay pleasant. Overall, I had a satisfactory experience at this small hotel in Karlsruhe.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 22 July 2024
Mugunthan
Colombia18 reviews8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to complain about.
The communication with the team was quite nice and they arranged a late-check-inn for me, since my train arrived after 9pm. It was easy to find and the room fulfilled my needs
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Mikalai
Poland61 reviews7 helpful votes8.0“Good hotel to stay in case of a business trips”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Business Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
It was not possible to open a window to get fresh air
Nice hotel almost in the city center. Convenient logistic. Perfect breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Andreas
Germany48 reviews4 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very good breakfast. Good location between train station and theatre.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Robert
Germany40 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The breakfast could have been a little bit more specific. Maybe waffles or something like that?
Very cheap for such a good quality and friendly staff. Nothing compared to the rat hole nearby called „Leonardo“
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Tojfl
Czech Republic43 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel for business trip, good breakfast, clean room.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Paul
Canada1 review8.0“Very clean, very friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
There was no climate control in the room. The first day we arrived in was quite warm and the air conditioning was already turned off for the season. But other than that it was a really nice room. Thanks
The staff that were cleaning and in breakfast were amazing. They were very friendly. There were a couple of times where the language was an issue (ie. where people didn't speak any English, but other than that it was very very friendly and clean.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Tristan
Netherlands59 reviews10 helpful votes8.0“Clean room, but an obscure location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We will not come back to this hotel due to the location. There where many drunk men hanging around the area. Which did not give a friendly vibe to the place. The hotel could use a 24/7 doorman, due to all the men hanging around the hotel.
The room was clean, spacious and quiet. The breakfast was good, nice coffee.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Hanne
France2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Personal, room, etc.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Drgiray
Turkey32 reviews9.0“clean and calm place”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Toilet could be a little bit bigger (i stayed in a single room). Except this, all the rest were fine.
Friendly staff! Fast check-in. Breakfast was good and the location is also nice, located in a quiet area, no noise. You can walk to the centrum. The room was clean and comfortable. It has good air condition. Wi-Fi was great. I totally recommend this place!
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Olga
Germany25 reviews7 helpful votes9.0“Very nice hotel!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There was no sockets near the bed, only one socket near the table and one in the bathroom. *Rather a peculiarity than a flaw: the bathroom walls are a bit transparent so I think the room is better suited to couples than to friends:)
The room was quite small but very nice and clean. We could have a good rest because there was no noise and the bed and pillows were super comfortable. The shower pressure was really strong:) Also I’d like to especially note the incredibly friendly and helpful front desk staff and the delicious breakfast with lots of options.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Jeremias
Germany2 reviews8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The bathroom was a little small and I was a little disappointed by the breakfast
Everything was clean and the staff was friendly, overall if you're staying 1-3 nights this is definitely a good option
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 31 March 2023
Afsaneh
Germany1 review8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Pillow was so uncomfortable. There was no toothpaste. A small fridge to keep my sandwich and drink cool. A hot water kettle to make a tea or coffee.
I liked the breakfast, it was fresh and clean. Clean room with nice personal.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 9 December 2022
Kevin
Ireland329 reviews71 helpful votes9.0“Minimalist and cozy”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
This was such a surprise. I didn't expect a 3-star to be so nice. The hotel is minimalist but very cosy. The room was spacious and clean. I was particularly happy with the check-in experience, the gentleman there was very helpful and professional.
Stayed in December 2022
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Reviewed: 19 November 2022
Tony
Australia737 reviews26 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very nice room with plenty of space, very good breakfast which even included freshly cooked bacon & eggs (yes please!), reasonably close to the station & the centre
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 18 October 2022
Pawel
Spain4 reviews7.0“Good for short stay and if without a car.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No air conditioning, it’s sucks during the summer. No parking at all and very difficult to find a spot on the street.
Easy access. Tasty breakfast. Clean.
Stayed in August 2022
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Reviewed: 29 September 2022
Arnoul
France1 review8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Business Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
1 person blankets in a 2 persons bed Not the most comfortable for me
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 21 September 2022
Mike
Australia47 reviews12 helpful votes9.0“Karlsruhe”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We booked a double room, and were told when we arrived they didn't have any and we'd have to sleep on a single bed and couch. This was not a great first impression. Thankfully, the guy at the front desk upgraded us to a double bed, as I was not going to pay to sleep on a couch!
The room was lovely, spacious and newly renovated. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 12 September 2022
Daniela
Netherlands3 reviews9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
- breakfast was ok
- bright and clean room - the location is very good
Stayed in September 2022
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