Alcatraz Hotel Am Japanischen Garten

8.0
Excellent
(498 reviews)

Morlauterer Str. 1, 67657 Kaiserslautern, Germany

+49 631 4140400

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Hotel Description

Alcatraz Hotel Am Japanischen Garten is a quirky and modern hotel located in Kaiserslautern, Germany, occupying a former prison building. The hotel is situated at Morlauterer Str. 1, 67657 Kaiserslautern, within walking distance of the stunning Japanese Garden and just 2 km from the Fritz-Walter-Stadium, home to the city's famous soccer team. The unique design of the hotel blends modern amenities with a touch of prison-themed decor, providing guests with an unforgettable experience. Guests can explore the tranquil Japanese Garden just 5 minutes on foot, or visit other attractions such as the Museum Pfalzgalerie Lautre, located just 3 minutes away, showcasing a range of 19th-century art. The hotel's central location ensures easy access to local landmarks and cultural sites, making it an excellent choice for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the region's rich history and charm. With the nearby Gartenschau Kaiserslautern theme park and Zoo Kaiserslautern, both offering engaging activities for families, guests will never be short of things to do. The hotel features a variety of rooms, each designed for comfort and convenience. Standard rooms come with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, while some rooms retain their former prison cell-like charm, offering shared shower facilities. For those seeking more space, the suites offer a comfortable sitting area and a more luxurious setting. Although the hotel does not provide air conditioning, the rooms remain pleasant and cool during warmer months. Alcatraz Hotel is also equipped with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, a breakfast buffet, and a restaurant serving delicious meals. The hotel’s bar is a popular spot for guests to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing. For those planning meetings or events, the hotel offers 5 meeting rooms designed with contemporary style, catering to business travelers. Alcatraz Hotel’s proximity to public transportation makes it an easily accessible destination. Kaiserslautern Hbf is a short 7-minute taxi ride away, while nearby bus stops ensure guests can easily explore the city. Major airports like Saarbrücken and Frankfurt are within a reasonable distance, making travel to and from the hotel hassle-free. The hotel takes great care in ensuring the safety and comfort of its guests, with various health and safety protocols in place. Whether you're in town for business, leisure, or a family vacation, Alcatraz Hotel Am Japanischen Garten offers an unforgettable experience. With its unique charm, excellent location, and wide array of amenities, it promises a memorable stay for all visitors to Kaiserslautern.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Former prison building converted into a quirky modern hotel

2. Walking distance to the Japanese Garden and Museum Pfalzgalerie

3. 5-minute walk to the nearest train station for easy transportation

4. Unique prison-themed decor, with some rooms resembling former cells

5. On-site restaurant and bar for relaxing meals and drinks

6. 5 meeting rooms available for business events and conferences

7. Located near several popular family-friendly attractions, including Gartenschau Kaiserslautern and Zoo Kaiserslautern

8. Convenient access to major airports like Saarbrücken and Frankfurt

9. Free Wi-Fi and breakfast buffet provided for all guests

10. Excellent location near cultural landmarks and local attractions


8.4 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Museum Pfalzgalerie Lautre
3 min
Gartenschau Kaiserslautern
5 min
Japanischer Garten und Japan-Imbiss
3 min
Pfälzer Waldpfad
7 min
Zoo Kaiserslautern
15 min

Nearest locations

Alte Münz
2 min
SVG-Gaststätte Inh. Petra Bußer
2 min
Restaurant 11A
2 min
Restaurant St. Martin
4 min
Brauhaus am Markt Kaiserslautern
4 min
Sissi und Franz
4 min
Old Station - Restaurant
4 min
Donna Mia Kaiserslautern
5 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out12:00
Location rating8.4
Nearest airportSaarbrücken Airport
Travel time to airport57 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Nov 29
Check-out: Sat, Nov 30
    Booking.com

    $130

    Bluepillow.com

    $130

    Agoda

    $130

    Reserving

    $130

    CHECK24.de

    $130

    Priceline

    $130


Location

Morlauterer Str. 1, 67657 Kaiserslautern, Germany

Airports:

Saarbrücken Airport

Taxi: 57 min

Transit: 1 hr 37 min

Frankfurt Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 17 min

Transit: 2 hr 9 min

Transit:

Kaiserslautern Hbf

Taxi: 7 min

Walking: 23 min

Kaiserslautern, Benzinoring

Walking: 1 min

Kaiserslaut., Stadtmitte Bstg Max1

Walking: 5 min

Stadtmitte

Walking: 6 min


Nearby locations

8.4

Excellent Location

Occupying a former prison, this quirky, modern hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Japanese Garden and 2 km from the Fritz-Walter-Stadium soccer arena.

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Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Parking

Airport shuttle

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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Jean-Pierre Novak

5/5
Wow, what an incredible stay! This unique hotel, once a county jail, is a must-visit. The upgraded rooms are impressive, and the black-and-white striped towels are a fun touch. Staff were super friendly, even helping us order pizza when we arrived late. I'd definitely stay here again. Two thumbs up!!

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Janvid Lah

5/5
Very nice idea, rooms were small but clean. Have to sleep separatly with my wife.

Room 5

Service 4

Location4

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Jouni Turula

5/5
I had a room with a private shower. The rooms are not big, it beeing an old prison, but quite adequate.The prison environment has been wonderfully preserved with bars on the windows and in the reception. Barbed wires are still on the surrounding walls.Thee hotel staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful.Easy to access free parking in the hotel yard and very short walk to the city centrum 👍

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Chris C

4/5
This is a cool theme hotel. If you want the cheap rooms, they are super cheap in amenities, on purpose. They are jail cells. So you sleep in a jail cell with a toilet and sink and a jail bunk. The comfort rooms are like regular rooms but the rooms are designed to be semi dookie for the theme experience. We had an event there, now we’re they prepare for 70 alcoholics to come and drink, no. They did their best to help and they were kind and tried their best. The food was catered and wasn’t bad. Pretty basic but I can’t complain I thought was cool for a theme hotel.

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A Bella

5/5
Had a Christmas Party here and The hotel Staff was awesome! They provided us with everything we needed even a lactation room. Very reminiscent of a prison yet still very nice. I booked a double comfort room and it was just big enough for my 13 yr old daughter and myself.

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709Scott

4/5
I booked the cell type single room as it was the only reasonably priced option on a night when hotel costs were high due to the Germany match at the Fritz Walter Stadion. …

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Claudia C

4/5
Tucked away on a side street. You’ll miss the driveway the first time. 3 night stay in Junior Suite. Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful. …

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AJ B

4/5
What a great idea. It really is a former jail, and they've kept the theme going. While the amenities are rather nicer than they were, I'm sure, for prisoners, it is still fairly simple. …

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Brian B

4/5
Very unique location. It's not often that you get to stay in a prison cell -- though, I am sure it was a bit more comfortable that what the prisoners had. I only met one member of the staff and he was extremely friendly. …

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Algis M

1/5
My bus jad delayed and i missed the connection so asked hotel to about the possibility to change the date to the next day arrival. I received a confirmation of the date change. Was happy but….. …