Hotel Wali
8.2
Excellent(197 reviews)
August-Bebel-Straße 83-85, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany
+49 521 96320
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Hotel Description
Hotel Wali, located at August-Bebel-Straße 83-85, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany, offers a unique blend of Egyptian flair and modern amenities in a charming, relaxed setting. Situated just a 7-minute walk from the Bielefeld Historical Museum and only 9 minutes from the main Bielefeld train station, the hotel provides easy access to both the city's rich cultural heritage and its modern attractions. Guests can explore the old town, the medieval Sparrenburg Castle, and nearby Ravensberger Park, as well as enjoy the city's vibrant cultural scene, including the Kunsthalle modern art museum. The hotel’s design adds a touch of exotic elegance with warm, inviting decor that creates a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Rooms at Hotel Wali are thoughtfully designed, featuring amenities like Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs, and minibars for a comfortable stay. While the rooms do not have air conditioning, the cozy furnishings ensure a restful experience, with some rooms offering additional space with sofas. Guests often appreciate the hearty breakfast buffet and the availability of parking, ensuring a stress-free stay. Although the hotel does not offer a fitness center, spa, or air conditioning, it remains a popular choice for travelers due to its welcoming, pet-friendly policy and kid-friendly atmosphere. A restaurant within the hotel serves a variety of dishes, with guests frequently complimenting the quality of food and service. The hotel’s location allows for easy access to popular sights, including the Kunsthalle Bielefeld, Sparrenberg Castle, Heimat-Tierpark Olderdissen, MARTa Herford, and Bielefeld Historical Museum, all within a short distance. Additionally, there are several excellent dining options nearby, including Piacere Divino, THE BERNSTEIN, Nichtschwimmer, Alt Bielefeld, and Bielefelder Fischgaststätte, offering a wide range of cuisines from Italian and German to seafood. Public transport connections are also excellent, with the Volkshochschule bus stop just 7 minutes on foot and easy access to Bielefeld’s main train station. For those arriving by air, major airports such as Paderborn Lippstadt, Hannover, Dortmund, and Münster Osnabrück International are within a reasonable distance. Hotel Wali offers an inviting environment for guests, with convenient amenities and proximity to top attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Bielefeld’s culture and history.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Located within walking distance of Bielefeld Historical Museum and Sparrenburg Castle
2. Egyptian-inspired decor adds a unique touch to the hotel atmosphere
3. Pet-friendly and kid-friendly, offering accommodations for all types of travelers
4. Complimentary breakfast buffet and free Wi-Fi to enhance guests' comfort
5. Walking distance to Kunsthalle Bielefeld, showcasing modern and contemporary art
6. Close to popular restaurants like Piacere Divino and Bielefelder Fischgaststätte
7. No fitness center or spa, but comfortable and spacious rooms with minibars
8. Parking available, offering convenience for guests with vehicles
9. Public transportation is easily accessible, with several stops within walking distance
10. Several major airports within a short taxi ride for convenient travel
9.2 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Kunsthalle Bielefeld
8 min
Sparrenberg Castle8 min
Heimat-Tierpark Olderdissen12 min
MARTa Herford22 min
Bielefeld Historical Museum7 min
Nearest locations
Rachids Kitchen - Tacos de Lyon
2 min
Bielefelder Fischgaststätte4 min
Nichtschwimmer5 min
Hofbräu am Alten Rathaus6 min
Piacere Divino7 min
THE BERNSTEIN7 min
Alt Bielefeld7 min
3ECK7 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 9.2 |
| Nearest airport | Paderborn Lippstadt Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 49 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Nov 29
Check-out: Sat, Nov 30
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Location
August-Bebel-Straße 83-85, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany
Airports:
Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
Taxi: 49 min
Transit: 2 hr 3 min
Hannover Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 22 min
Transit: 2 hr 10 min
Dortmund Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 10 min
Transit: 1 hr 42 min
Münster Osnabrück International Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 3 min
Transit: 2 hr 5 min
Transit:
Bielefeld, Volkshochschule
Walking: 7 min
Jahnplatz
Walking: 8 min
Brackwede
Taxi: 12 min
Walking: 1 hr 5 min
Ostbahnhof
Taxi: 6 min
Walking: 21 min
Nearby locations
9.2
Exceptional Location
Mitte
Large area including the old town, Sparrenburg Castle, Kunsthalle modern art & German eateries.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
Pet-friendly
Parking & transportation
Parking
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
7.3
78 reviews
Wonderful
29
Excellent
14
Good
22
Below Average
5
Not Good
8
Stephan Ziska
5/5
Very good. Centrally located.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
N (N)
1/5
It was horrible. Mold everywhere, clogged sink, breakfast (also moldy food) bad.We were there with two severely disabled people - the staff knew that. When we arrived they told us the elevator was broken. Rooms were on the second floor, for two blind and walking-impaired people. In addition: the promised restaurant was also a 20-minute walk away.The calendar came towards us as we went up, 'repaired' with duct tape. Steps everywhere, including in the hallway - unlit or marked.The wallpaper was coming off the walls.So. It was wonderful. Gladly never again.
Dimitri Mitropoulus
3/5
Comfortable beds, good location. But breakfast times from 8 to 10 are a no go. You end up here as if you were staying with an Iraqi family and you feel like an unwanted guest.
Ashur Banipal
5/5
Very good location and nice staff. Good price-performance ratio. Our guests were satisfied.
Jan-Patrick Picker
3/5
The hotel is easy to reach from the train station.The rooms are equipped with the most necessary. Unfortunately I had quite a tripping hazard getting to the bathroom.The environment is quite noisy, making it difficult to sleep with the window open if you are a light sleeper.The view of the window ends after about 5 meters and you look into the neighboring house.Unfortunately the shower wasn't clean. Joints are crumbling, as are limescale deposits. Shower hose leaking.The breakfast is ok.Conclusion. Still suitable for a short stay (1 night). Longer stay, no thanks.
Peter “Dert” Regensburger
1/5
This hotel and the vacation are to be forgotten. Pure disappointment!! The staff unfriendly. Idiots!!
René Grasdijk
5/5
Great experience with this hotel.We attended a Peter Fox concert and were able to book this hotel room 700m away.Friendly staff, decent breakfast and free parking.Price quality excellent.
Véronique GALLIOT
1/5
Stay from 08/21 to 08/26/2024I do not recommend this hotel! This is why:Certainly, the welcome was friendly and smiling!Of course, it is a two-star hotel, so I was not expecting high standards but at least worth the price paid.I am really disappointed!!!5 nights booked (1 for me then the other 4 for my brother who walks with difficulty because he has a hip disability).The assigned room was on the top floor:1/ Broken elevator (reminder: room on the top floor) with promise to be repaired the next day (I think this answer must be constantly given to customers every day). Nothing was done during the stay (Wednesday to Monday),2/ the 3rd morning (Sunday), the cold water does not work, my brother explains to me that he is soaped in the shower and that when it comes time to rinse, no more water, total dryness. He goes down to reception soaped up in his pajamas (remember, he has a hip disability) and doesn't get a concrete answer - the manager isn't there.Thank you to the customer couple present in the lobby who kindly offered my brother the use of their room and bathroom to get ready.Also the lamp above the bathroom sink did not work, nor did the electrical outlet on the side, one of the headboard outlets not work. When you have to charge electronic devices, it's uncomfortable!However, the nights were paid in full without any discount for this neglected maintenance. This is not normal!!!3/ If the hotel and the rooms are generally clean and the staff are friendly (rather passive because they do not make decisions), the establishment is neglected in its maintenance.Conclusion :I do not recommend this hotel. It has potential but is not attractive.
Ruth Schuster
2/5
The hotel is very run down and is located right on a busy street in a not very nice area in Bielefeld. The reception area appears to be new. The hallways are uninviting with broken picture frames.The room was a pleasant size, although the lights came down from the ceiling, there was access to the roof (unnecessary) and unfortunately there were no blackout curtains. There was carpet throughout the room. The bathroom was tiny and the entry into the shower was very high. The room wasn't really clean, there was no mattress protector for the old sagging mattress.Breakfast consisted of wheat rolls, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, a few sliced sausages from the pack, a bit of cutlet and otherwise jam, cream cheese or honey from small pre-packaged plastic pots. There was also a selection of cereal and juice, and the coffee was in a thermos.There are better accommodation options in Bielefeld at the same prices.
Jessica-Virginia Ganz
3/5
The staff is always friendly and accommodating. The rooms are beautifully designed, but you shouldn't have high expectations when it comes to the inventory, as the paint is literally off. Much of the facility urgently needs to be repaired or it would even be better if it were completely renovated.I actually think it's a shame that the owner doesn't seem to attach enough importance to this, because otherwise it could be a really nice hotel... 🤔
Methanos Methanos
1/5
If you want to sleep outside, this hotel is for you! It guarantees a lack of comfort and hospitality. The room card stopped working because the hotel uses outdated RFID technology that can be demagnetized by smartphones. That's why I had to sleep in the hallway. In addition, any form of refund was refused by the hotel. So if you like sleeping on the hallway floor, this is the perfect opportunity!
Wolfgang Niesing
2/5
Be careful in the “bar” I call 4 € for a bad raki a rip-off.The internet offered does not work.Restaurant doesn't exist.
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mb74_england
2/5
A very odd (Egyptian themed) hotel! Stepping inside the Wali and I could easily have been back in Cairo, complete with a deformed Chihuahua and artefacts from Tutankhamun’s tomb. …
suleyman korucu
2/5
Not too bad
Room 2
Service 2
Location2
Patrick Hein
2/5
Urgent renovation of the rooms necessary. TV reception is almost non-existent. Shower head hanging by a thread. Furniture appears pieced together
Maria Teresa Vazquez Vazquez
1/5
Addendum May 25, 2024:An attempt is being made to delete not-so-good reviews on the grounds of “slander”!My assessment corresponds 100% to what I experienced and this attempt at influencing alone is an absolute no-go for me!I can NOT recommend this hotel and can only advise against it! There are definitely better accommodations in the surrounding area.———————Positive:great location, just a few minutes walk to townFree parking spaces opposite the hotel on private propertyBreakfast better than expectedLady at reception super niceNegative:Room extremely dirty!!!Dirt and spider weave everywhereAll switches extremely dirty!Open lines!!!Hairdryer in the bathroom doesn't workRoom smelled strongly of smokeTV not workingIn summary: A mega failure, I personally wouldn't offer the room to anyone, not even an animal! I briefly thought about spending the night in the car.
dubrovnik rent
5/5
Value fora money
Thomas Meyer
4/5
Very nice staffAdequate breakfastNo small roomsYou have to like the location in the city.The pedestrian zone is really easy to reach.Free parking is opposite. Depending on how busy the hotel is, the parking spaces can quickly disappear.
iserek13
3/5
The service is very nice, the rooms are clean, but require renovation and refreshing of the equipment, the whole relatively good image is spoiled by the hall with old and damaged armchairs and a sofa, kitschy decor and a junk room instead of a restaurant room, and all this should be the hotel's showcase, because this is the first what the customer sees when entering the hotel. Average rating for me
Jan Ge
4/5
A simple and somewhat dated hotel, but in a very good location, with a good breakfast and very nice staff. The rooms are actually in need of a bit of renovation, but you don't pay very much. Price/performance is really great!