Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall is situated on the Alsterfleet, i.e. the canal connecting the Alster Lake and the Elbe River, in the center of Hamburg. All central sights, such as the City Hall and the historic Speicherstadt are within easy walking distance. For destinations farther afield the underground and rapid transit train station is very close by.

The five-star hotel has over 241 rooms, all furnished with king-size beds, marble bathrooms with bathtub, air conditioning, wireless Internet access, safe, minibar, satellite and cable television, and a view of the canal. The hotel boat pier is ideal for barge cruises through the canals and on the Alster Lake.

The hotel restaurant “Ticino” specializes in international cuisine, “Le Bistro” is perfect for a quick meal or small libation, and the hotel bar serves cocktails on the hotel terrace overlooking the lake. The “Sushi Bar” specializes in refined Japanese cuisine. The “Seagull Spa” features a heated indoor pool, steam bath, gym, sauna and solarium. Further hotel amenities include a Business Center with telefax, Internet access and printer as well as 19 variable conference and meeting rooms accommodating up to 400 guests.