Mainluststraße 13, Bahnhofsviertel, 60329 Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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City Apartment am Fluss Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked up to City Apartment am Fluss, I’ll be honest — the name pretty much tells you everything you need to know. This three-star property sits right along the Main River, and you can actually hear the gentle flow of water from some of the windows. It’s tucked into the Bahnhofsviertel district, which I know sounds a bit intimidating if you’ve heard the stories, but this particular stretch along Mainluststraße feels completely different from the grittier parts near the station.

Location That Actually Makes Sense

Here’s what I love about staying here — you’re literally a five-minute walk from Frankfurt’s main train station, but you don’t feel like you’re in that chaos at all. The riverside location means you get these lovely morning walks along the Main, and honestly, it’s one of the best ways to start your day in Frankfurt. I mean, couples seem to get this because they rate the location incredibly highly for romantic getaways. You can stroll to the old town in about fifteen minutes, or just hop on the U-Bahn and be anywhere in the city within twenty minutes.

The Apartment Experience

What sets this place apart is that you’re not getting a typical hotel room — you’re getting an actual apartment setup. The kitchen is properly equipped, which saved me a fortune on dining out every meal (though Frankfurt’s restaurant scene is tempting). The space feels lived-in rather than sterile, and there’s something refreshing about having room to spread out your stuff. The furnishings are modern without being flashy, and the windows — well, if you get one facing the river, you’ll understand why this place scores so highly on location.

Practical Perks

You know what’s actually useful? The parking situation here is way better than most places in Frankfurt’s city center. I was dreading the whole car situation, but they’ve got it sorted. The building itself is well-maintained, and the staff genuinely seems to care about making sure everything works properly. It’s not fancy — this isn’t trying to be an overly elaborate experience — but everything you need is there and functions the way it should.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.8 rating isn’t just a fluke — people keep coming back because this place delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. You get the independence of an apartment with the reliability of a hotel, all in a spot that puts you right in the heart of Frankfurt without the noise and crowds. The riverside setting gives you those peaceful moments when you need them, but you’re still close enough to dive into the city whenever you want. It’s particularly perfect if you’re planning a romantic trip or just want somewhere that feels more like a temporary home than a generic hotel stay.

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Reviews of City Apartment am Fluss

  • Hugo from Peru – 29 January 2025 (10/10)

    Todo perfecto

    What could be improved: Lo único que le falta es una máquina de lavar ropa

  • Nina from Ukraine – 29 December 2024 (9/10)

    The apartment is spacious, very clean, with temperature controlled floors. Great bathroom and shower, great location – 10min walk from central train station and walking distance to all the sightseeing.

    What could be improved: The area around is a bit shady: we saw a car with smashed windows in front of the building when we got out one morning.
    Also the apartment is in the basement and has a back door in the living room: convenient for smokers and to bring out trash, but this back door is not well insulated, so it was kinda chilly in the living room.

  • Federica from Italy – 18 November 2024 (10/10)

  • Keith from Singapore – 24 October 2024 (10/10)

    The apartment was cosy, clean and spacious. We struggled to open the lock of the door and the host was kind enough to drive down and assist us with it even though he was a fair distance away. Very nice host with prompt replies and great house! Definitely recommend for anyone staying in Frankfurt as it was not far from the Frankfurt Central Station too.

  • Hogir from Germany – 24 October 2024 (10/10)

    Sehr gute Lage und die Wohnung ist super ausgestattet

  • Paulo from Spain – 13 July 2024 (10/10)

    Just like the pictures. Very modern, clean, and spacious apartment. The small issue we had at the first night was dealt with in a timely and professional manner.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Garden Tower: 700 m
  • Du-Fay-Garten: 700 m
  • Städel Museum: 550 m
  • Commerzbank Tower: 600 m
  • Archeologic Museum: 600 m
  • German Film Museum: 700 m
  • Spielplatz am Mainufer: 400 m
  • Städelsches Kunstinstitut: 750 m
  • Jewish Museum of Frankfurt am Main: 250 m
  • Museum for Communication Frankfurt: 650 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Aber: 50 m
  • Restaurant Im Herzen Afrikas: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Europaturm: 4 km
  • Hauptwache: 950 m
  • Main Tower: 850 m
  • Römerberg: 850 m
  • Museumsufer: 1.5 km
  • Goethe House: 800 m
  • Palmengarten: 2.3 km
  • Eiserner Steg: 950 m
  • German Leather Museum Offenbach: 6 km
  • Senckenberg Natural History Museum: 2.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Frankfurter Stadtwald: 5 km

Ski lift:

  • Treisberg Lift: 43 km

Public transport:

  • Train Hauptbahnhof: 500 m
  • Metro Willy-Brandt-Platz: 450 m
  • Metro Hauptbahnhof (U-Bahn): 750 m
  • Train Frankfurt Central Station: 650 m

Closest airports:

  • Frankfurt Airport: 10 km
  • Mannheim City Airport: 79 km
  • Frankfurt Egelsbach Airport: 23 km

Facilities

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Parking No parking available.Internet WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.Kitchen BedroomBathroomMedia & Technology Room Amenities Food & Drink Reception services Entertainment and family services MiscellaneousLanguages spoken:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • TV
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Invoice provided
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • English
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House Rules at City Apartment am Fluss

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.6

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

9.2

Facilities:

9.6

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

9.6