About
This stylish, nonsmoking, 4-star hotel is located directly on a canal in the Nordfriesland district of Schleswig-Holstein, close to the North Sea coast. It offers an indoor pool and free Wi-Fi. As a family-run hotel, the Hotel Aquarium offers guests a friendly ambiance. At the same time you will appreciate the timeless elegance of the furnishings. Make yourself at home in the inviting rooms featuring traditional wooden beams, luxurious bathrooms and antique furniture. In 2021, all rooms in the hotel building " ehemalige Senffabrik" (old guest house) were renovated and a platform elevator was installed. In addition, the restaurant was partly extensively renovated. The Hotel Aquarium is renowned locally for its excellent cuisine. You can try some delicious regional and international specialties, while enjoying the view of the canal, or sitting out on the garden terrace. Our Aqua-Spa offers cosmetic and massage services. Guests are kindly requested to secure their appointments prior to arrival.
37 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.0
- Staff
- 8.9
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “It was a rather nice atmosphere at the hotel, spacious room an very tidy. The restaurant was nice, and the breakfast was really…”
- “Breakfast was good, but expensive. The location was excellent.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Comfort Double Room
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Deluxe Room
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Superior Double Room
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/3Single Room
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
- Body soap
- Electric kettle
1/4Family Room
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
- Body soap
- Coffee/tea machine
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What Guests Loved
Based on 37 reviews
Pros +
- It was a rather nice atmosphere at the hotel, spacious room an very tidy. The restaurant was nice, and the breakfast was really good.Extremely friendly staff
- Breakfast was good, but expensive. The location was excellent.
- A lovely hotel in a very nice setting, with trees and a canal passing outside the front aspect. Helpful staff and a good breakfast in a spacious dining area.
Cons -
- This is minor, but the stair was a bit steep. And we saw no elevator.
- The shower cube was a bit small and not easy to get in.No lift.
- Close to everything
It was a rather nice atmosphere at the hotel, spacious room an very tidy. The restaurant was nice, and the breakfast was really good.Extremely friendly staff
This is minor, but the stair was a bit steep. And we saw no elevator.
Breakfast was good, but expensive. The location was excellent.
The shower cube was a bit small and not easy to get in.No lift.
A lovely hotel in a very nice setting, with trees and a canal passing outside the front aspect. Helpful staff and a good breakfast in a spacious dining area.
Breakfast overprized. Took one outside for less than a third.
Close to everything
The swimming pool, fitness room and sauna were excellent.. Our room was comfortable and spacious. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect.
We would have dined in house but it was a Monday and there wasn't a vegetarian option. And the WiFi wasn't secured.
The location, the pool and the sauna, the elegant hall, the calm at this place, town...
Restaurant was closed that night for dinner after 18h.There,s no light enough to read a book at bed.
Nice and quiet area in city centre. Nice and helpful staff.
Very expencive breakfast. We choosed breakfast at the local bakery instead.
The location was the reason we selected the Ring Aquarium, but the first floor family room, delicious breakfast and pool are why we loved it!
There wasn’t anything we didn’t like.
Hearty breakfast. Nice terrace. Beautiful area.
Breakfast was very nice
The room we booked on your site looked very modern . We believe we received the oldest room in the hotel which didn't totally look like the pictures on this site. what is the use of pictures when you get there you don't receive the room you booked for. We won't go there again
Very friendly staff and owners.Location is central, but still quiet enough to have some peace when needed.Breakfast was quite good, lot's of good options.At first I was in a normal double room, then extended my stay by one night in one of the suites.If you can, take a suite.I liked it a lot, especially the view was nice (third floor).
Great breakfast, comfortable bed
Smell in the bathroom
Staff and breakfast
Fitness room
Friendly staff, Nice rooms, great breakfast, super restaurant and Nice pool and sauna facilities.
The hotel is in a nice historic location. The personnel is offering exceptional hospitality both in the restaurant and in the hotel. First we got a room where the window didn't close properly (otherwise the room was absolutely lovely), so we talked to the lady at the reception who immediately offered us another room (actually it was an upgrade). Also, we enjoyed the spa facilities: the sauna area and the pool were very clean and comfortable. The food and drinks in the restaurant are of the highest quality. No doubt this hotel was the best choice in Friedrichstadt.
I liked the location - right on the canal, the restaurant and the staff.I liked the parking space as well - right in the backyard.The breakfast was delicious - a good selection of quality products and the staff in the restaurant was really nice.I loved the fact that I could bring my dog. There was also a very nice welcome gift and preparation for the dog.
I didn`t know that the restaurant would have been overbooked and that there were not that many options at 8.30 in the town - I feel like the hotel could have informed us.I also was not aware that for the parking there would have been an additional fee (I might have overseen it while booking, not a big problem but I was surprised).In the room I feel like there should be a proper door, the glass sliding door it does not give enough privacy.Last cleaning of the room was badly done - only change of towels and nothing else (I was quite disappointed)
Overall a great stay, most staff were very friendly. Extra effort was given to decorate the room in a lovely way for my parents' wedding day, very much appreciated! The room was very nice and clean. Breakfast was good too. Restricted service under COVID situation is fully understood. Would definitely book again.
There was always an issue with hot water in the afternoon which was neither explained nor solved but ok, it can happen. Some staff were not very friendly and helpful (e.g.it was forgotten to refill the coffee pads and when it was mentioned later no apology but actually a somewhat rude answer that it is the customer's job to call the reception and ask for refill - while it should be a normal housekeeping job in first place). Understood that everything is a bit different under COVID.
Big nice beds. Almost too big for the medium sized room! All spotlessly clean.
Nothing not to like. Can't blame hotel for the weather. And for the German habit of "Montag ist Ruhetag" meaning that about everything is closed. Yes, the restaurant in Aquarium seems very expensive. So did not use it.I am not keen on stairs. No elevator.
Very good
De wellness was te klein
We didn't have breakfast at the hotel.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Indoor pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 14 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 15 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that pets are only allowed in some rooms on request. Cosmetic and massage services require a reservation. Please contact the hotel in advance for details.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Location
AM Mittelburgwall 4-8, Friedrichstadt



