Nuremberg's BEST Hotel? Leonardo Royal Hotel Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Nuremberg's BEST Hotel? Leonardo Royal Hotel Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Leonardo Royal Hotel Nuremberg: My Love/Hate(ish) Affair
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because I'm about to unleash a review of the Leonardo Royal Hotel Nuremberg. Forget the predictable, fluffy travel blogger drivel. I'm giving you raw, unadulterated me, experience-wise. Get ready for the good, the cringe-worthy, and everything in between.
Accessibility: (Mostly) Nailed It – Bless Their Hearts!
Okay, first up: accessibility. HUGE props to the Leonardo. They actually get it. Wheelchair accessible? Yep, ramps, elevators, the whole shebang. I’m not in a wheelchair, but I've seen the struggle friends go through, and I'm happy to report this hotel SEEMS pretty darn accommodating. (Sorry, can't fully vouch without experiencing it myself, but from the lay of the land, it's a solid effort.)
On-site accessible restaurants / lounges: I didn't have any issues getting around the dining areas. Facilities for disabled guests: Based on the general set-up, it seems like they've put some thought into it!
Cleanliness and Safety: Pandemic Edition – They’re Trying! (Really, They Are!)
This is where things get…interesting. They're clearly trying to be safe. You know, the whole "post-pandemic" thing.
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Tick. (Or at least, they say so. Let's hope it's not just scented Lysol.)
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Check.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere! Like, seriously, you can't swing a cat (metaphorically, of course – I'd never!) without bumping into a dispenser.
- Hygiene certification: Probably. I didn't ask to see it, but the impression was organized.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Yep, pre-packaged everything. Which, listen, I get it. Safety first. Buuuut I’m still missing the deliciousness of a free breakfast buffet.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: They attempted. It wasn't always perfectly enforced, because, you know, humans. Especially at breakfast time.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services: Hmm, could be.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: Didn't see this advertised.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: I hope so! Pretty sure they were…
- Safe dining setup: Pretty much!
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: YES!
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Seemed like it. They definitely knew how to wear a mask (mostly).
- Sterilizing equipment: Who knows?!?!
The Breakfast Debacle (And My Morning Meltdown)
Oh. My. Goodness. The breakfast. LET ME TALK ABOUT BREAKFAST! (Rant time, you've been warned!)
Breakfast [buffet]: The buffet might have been open, but it was more like a sad parade of pre-packaged disappointment. Breakfast in room: Possible! But I like the scene. Breakfast takeaway service: Sure. Asian breakfast: I didn't get a shot Buffet in restaurant: I don't remember. Coffee/tea in restaurant: Yes, the restaurant. Coffee shop: Nope, didn't see. Western breakfast: More like, 'Western-ish, pre-packaged, and slightly depressing breakfast.'
I needed a coffee! I needed bacon and a sausage.
I walked in, with the best intentions of "rolling with the safe-and-sound punches." But, oh dear lord, the chaos! People were milling about this strangely organized-yet-completely-disorganized setup, grabbing single-serving yogurts and pre-wrapped pastries that screamed of a dystopian future where joy and carbs were illegal.
And the coffee? The coffee was… meh. Like, it tasted like it had been brewing since the dawn of time. I wanted a decent espresso at least. (A girl can dream, right?)
I'm not gonna lie; I almost lost it. I dramatically slumped into a chair, muttering about the injustice of it all. I may have even threatened to call my mother. (Don't judge me; I get hangry.)
The Verdict on Breakfast: A solid 2/5. Could be worse, and then again it could be infinitely, infinitely better. Be warned.
The Suite Life…and Internet Woes
Internet Access, Free Wi-Fi: YES INDEED!
Internet: The internet was there, and worked. Internet [LAN]: Yes, I think. Internet services: Working fine. Wi-Fi in public areas: Also working fine. Wi-Fi for special events: I did not check.
My room! It was…nice. Really, it was. A proper suite, with a living area, a bedroom, and a bathroom the size of my first apartment. The bed was ridiculously comfortable. The view was…meh (parking lot).
Buuuut…the internet. Oh, the internet. It was mostly okay. But there were moments where it would flicker out, leaving me in a digital dark age. I'd be in the middle of a crucial email, a heart stopping video call, or a YouTube rabbit hole, and BAM! Disconnect!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Spa Dreams & Gym Hopes dashed!
I’d heard rumors of this fabulous spa. A pool with a view? Sign me up for that!
Body wrap, Fitness center, Gym/fitness, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: All were available.
So I made my way downstairs, visions of fluffy robes and cucumber water dancing in my head.
Only to find: Closed. "Temporarily Unavailable," the sign read. My heart sank. No pool, no sauna, no spa treatments. Nothing. Nada. Zip.
Cleanliness and safety: I did not get a chance to check it.
The Verdict on Relaxation: Major disappointment! It was something that was advertised, and I missed out!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Varied…but Not Always Wonderful
Bar: Yup! A bar! Bottle of water: Got it! Coffee/tea in restaurant: Sure! Desserts in restaurant: Yes, desserts! Happy hour: Don't know. Poolside bar: No pool, no poolside bar! Restaurants: YES! Room service [24-hour]: Sweet mercy! Asian cuisine in restaurant: I forgot. A la carte in restaurant: I didn't get to taste. Alternative meal arrangement: I don't think so. Salad in restaurant: I didn't check. Snack bar: Saw it. Soup in restaurant: No soup for me! Vegetarian restaurant: Not sure. Western cuisine in restaurant: Not sure.
The Verdict: Decent variety, but the breakfast debacle left me with a lingering sense of distrust.
Services and Conveniences: The Highs and the Lows
Air conditioning in public area: Yes! Air conditioning: Yes! Audio-visual equipment for special events: I didn't check. Business facilities: They had business stuff. Cash withdrawal: There! Concierge: Yes, it was right at the front! Contactless check-in/out: No. Convenience store: Didn't check. Currency exchange: Yes! Daily housekeeping: Yes, it worked. Doorman: Saw 'em! Dry cleaning: Yes. Elevator: Yes! Essential condiments: On the breakfast table, yes!. Facilities for disabled guests: Yes and yes! Food delivery: Possible! Gift/souvenir shop: Yes! Indoor venue for special events: Yes! Invoice provided: Probably. Ironing service: Probably. Laundry service: Yes! Luggage storage: Yes! Meeting/banquet facilities: Yes! Meetings: Yes! Meeting stationery: Maybe! On-site event hosting: Yup! Outdoor venue for special events: Yes! Projector/LED display: Probably. Safety deposit boxes: Yes! Seminars: Probably. Shrine: I'm not sure. Smoking area: Outside. Terrace: I didn't check. Wi-Fi for special events: I didn't check. Xerox/fax in business center: Probably!
For the Kids: (I don’t have 'em, but I Did See Some…)
Babysitting service: Yep! Family/child friendly: Seemed to be! Kids meal: Yes! Kids facilities: Yes!
The Details: The Stuff That Matters
Access: Yes! CCTV in common areas: Yes! CCTV outside property: Yes! Check-in/out [express]: I didn't check. **Check-in
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your sterile, perfectly manicured travel itinerary. This is a chaotic, slightly-too-honest, and definitely-not-expert guide to surviving and maybe, just maybe, thriving at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Nuremberg. Consider this your therapy session… for your brain.
Leonardo Royal Nuremberg - My Nuremberg Nightmare…err, Itinerary (Proceed with Caution!)
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Currywurst Crisis (and a Side of Imposter Syndrome)
- 14:00 - Arrive at Nuremberg Airport (NUE) &…oh god, here we go. Flight delay? Yup. Luggage looking suspiciously like it might be in… another country? Potentially. My pre-trip anxiety cocktail is already kicking in. I can feel the sweat beading on my forehead. This isn't usually how I travel. I'm usually the person who shows up at the airport, and then finds out that I'm supposed to be somewhere else. This time I remembered to go get a hotel. Progress! (And by progress, I mean I booked a room.)
- 15:00 – Taxi to Leonardo Royal Hotel: Seriously, navigating German public transport with luggage? Not on my first day. I'm paying for the convenience. And maybe the therapy. Okay, definitely the therapy.
- 15:30 – Check-in at the Leonardo Royal: Ah, the lobby. Gleaming. Impersonal. A little bit…too perfect. Makes me feel like I'm walking into a corporate retreat, not a place to embrace the chaos that is me. Pray for me.
- 16:00 – Room Reconnaissance: The room is…fine. Standard hotel-issue. That feeling of "I hope I didn't accidentally pay for an upgraded view when I clicked "reserve now" on my phone" is strong. I'm already plotting where to stash the emergency chocolate stash. The bathroom looks clean, which is a big win in my book.
- 17:00 – The Great Currywurst Incident: Alright, time to face the beast: Nuremberg's famous Currywurst. Found a "highly recommended" stand near the Hauptmarkt. I approach, heart pounding. Ordering in German? Nope. Panic. End up pointing and making unintelligible noises. The vendor raises an eyebrow. I die a little inside. The Currywurst arrives. It's… fine. Not the transcendent experience everyone raved about. My taste buds are clearly broken. And I'm pretty sure I just got scammed out of a few Euros. Never trust a recommendation, I tell myself.
- 18:00- Back to the hotel for a nap I'm exhausted from trying to keep up with myself.
- 19:30 – Dinner at the hotel restaurant (or…try again.) The convenience factor is calling. Hoping the hotel restaurant isn't just another corporate buffet. If it is, I'm raiding the minibar for solace. (Update: It was…corporate buffet-ish. Mini-bar it is.)
- 21:00 – Attempting to find the "perfect pretzel": I read somewhere that Nuremberg has the best pretzels. This is my Mission. My. Mission. Stumbled around for an hour, asked a local. He laughs…said "Every pretzel is perfect. It's Nuremberg!". Okay then. Found one. Crunchy, salty, everything I needed.
- 22:00 – Collapse into Bed: Today was a rollercoaster of emotions. I'm sure that was exhausting.
Day 2: The Nuremberg Trials… and My Own Existential Crisis
- 08:00 – Breakfast: The Buffet Battle Royale: I am not a breakfast person. But I must eat. Engage in strategic buffet maneuvers. Scrutinize the coffee situation. Aim for the yogurt with the least amount of sugar. Surrender to the bread basket. Try not to stare at my fellow human beings.
- 09:00 - Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds: This place is heavy. Really heavy. This isn't just history; it's a gut punch. The scale of the site is overwhelming. The museum is insightful but emotionally draining. I feel like I'm wading through a swamp of profound sadness. Took me much longer to process than anticipated.
- 12:00 – Lunch: Finding Nourishment…and Maybe a Bit of Joy: Needed to escape. Found a charming little cafe. Soup and a sandwich. Needed something to lift my spirits. My mind is still wandering back to the Documentation Center. It's not easy to just "get over it." I probably need a long time, and a couple of beers.
- 14:00 – Walking Tour of the Old Town (Alstadt): Hoping for a bit of lightheartedness. The guide is enthusiastic, but my brain is still processing the weight of the morning. The medieval architecture is stunning, though. I am just a massive tourist cliche, aren't I? (Yes, I am.) I feel a bit disoriented.
- 18:00 – Nuremberg Castle (Kaiserburg): Another dose of history and stunning views. Feeling overwhelmed. Towered up, and could see the whole city. It was beautiful. But still, that heaviness from the morning haunts me. Needed to sit down.
- 19:30 – Dinner: Back to the mini-bar. I couldn't face going out again, the world is too much. I'm not proud.
- 20:30 – Bedtime The world… is too much.
Day 3: Bratwurst Bliss (and Maybe a Little Bit of Sanity)
- 08:00 – Breakfasta again. But, less stressed this time. Just grabbed a pastry, some coffee, and kept it pushing.
- 09:00 - The Germanisches Nationalmuseum I needed a change of pace. This place is amazing, it is really fun!
- 12:00 – Lunch - Bratwurst Time! This is what I've been waiting for. Went to a recommended Bratwurst restaurant. Succumbed. Sausage, rolls, mustard, everything. The pure joy of it helped break the mental exhaustion!
- 14:00 – Shopping. Found a few souvenirs.
- 16:00 – Time to go. Home.
- 17:00 – Taxi to the airport
- 18:00 Flight Home. Goodbye.
Post-Trip Ramblings:
So, Nuremberg. It's a city that hits you hard. It's beautiful, complicated, and a little exhausting. The Leonardo Royal? It's a hotel. It served its purpose. Would I go back? Maybe. But next time, I'm skipping the corporate buffets and embracing the chaos. And bringing a therapist. Or at least, a really good book. And maybe a lifetime supply of chocolate.
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Leonardo Royal Hotel Nuremberg: The *Real* Deal? (Spoiler: It's Complicated...)
So, you're thinking about the Leonardo Royal in Nuremberg, huh? Well, buckle up, buttercup. I stayed there, and let me tell you, it was a *journey*. This FAQ isn't your typical, sterile brochure fluff. Prepare for the truth bombs... and maybe a few rogue exclamation points.
Is the Leonardo Royal actually "royal"?
Royal? Hmmm... Let's just say, if royalty had a slightly eccentric, maybe slightly grumpy, second cousin who dabbled in mid-range hotels, *that* would be the Leonardo Royal. The lobby? Spacious, yes. Gilded? Well, not quite. More... functional chic? You know, the kind of "chic" that's trying *really* hard? I kept expecting a bored corgi in a tiny crown to stroll through. Didn't happen. Missed opportunity, frankly.
The elevators, mind you, were faster than I expected. That's a win. Although, one time, the doors opened and a very flustered man in a bathrobe was staring back at me.Awkward.
What about the rooms? Are they... okay?
Okay is a good word. My room was... *room-like*. Clean enough. The bed? Surprisingly comfortable. I actually slept *really* well. Then, the next morning, I discovered a faint, yet persistent, smell of what I can only describe as "old library". Not a *terrible* smell, mind you, just... present. Like the hotel was whispering stories of forgotten check-ins. And those curtains... blocking out ANY light. I mean, I'm a vampire! That's a plus! But maybe not for everyone.
Bonus points for a decent hairdryer, though. A *life-saver*.
The location – is it any good?
The location? Surprisingly good, especially if you're into the whole "walking distance to things" concept. Which I am. Very much so. It's close to the NürnbergMesse (if you like trade shows, which, admittedly, I do not, but whatever), and a relatively easy tram ride into the city center. The *real* selling point? The bakery across the street. Seriously, the smell alone is worth the price of admission. I ate more pastries than is strictly healthy. No regrets.
However, be prepared for the occasional police siren at night. It's a city, after all. And the taxi situation? A bit hit-or-miss. Plan ahead.
Let's talk breakfast. Is it worth it?
Breakfast. Ah, breakfast. This is where things get... *interesting*. The buffet itself is... vast. A sprawling landscape of cold cuts, cheeses, pastries, and the usual continental suspects. The coffee? Acceptable. The scrambled eggs? Okay, they weren't *amazing*... but they weren't actively offensive, which, let's be honest, is a win in a hotel buffet.
But *here's* where the drama enters: the *crowds*. It was utter chaos. Imagine a Black Friday sale, but instead of TVs, people are clamoring for sausage. I swear, I saw a woman *literally* elbow her way through a small child to get to the croissants. It was... intense. I got a tiny plate of fruit and hid in a corner.
So, is breakfast worth it? Depends. Are you a morning person? Do you enjoy a touch of Hunger Games at the start of your day? If the answer to both is yes, dive in. If not... maybe grab a pastry at that bakery across the street. Just a thought.
Okay, so what *really* sucked? (Be honest!)
Honestly? The heating. Or rather, the lack thereof . The first night was FREEZING! I called the front desk, who sent up a little heater. That was a joke.It did nothing. I ended up sleeping fully clothed, under the duvet *and* the extra blanket. I was so cold, I dreamt I was trapped in a meat locker.
And the Wi-Fi was spotty. Just... spotty. Which, in this day and age, is unacceptable. I rely on the internet for everything! It was like being disconnected from the mothership. Ugh.
Also, the noise from the hallway was noticeable. You could hear everything. Luckily I had earplugs.
Anything *good* to say about the staff?
You know what? The staff, on the whole, were perfectly pleasant. Not overly effusive, not particularly memorable, but polite and helpful enough. They didn't sparkle with joy, but they didn't try to actively sabotage my trip. So, a win. There was one woman at the front desk who was *particularly* friendly, and she saved my day and told me some local tips. I appreciated her.
Would you stay there again?
That's the million-dollar question, isn't it? *Hmm*. If it was a good price and I needed a decent hotel in Nuremberg and the bakery across the street was still there? Maybe. Probably. But with caveats. I'd pack extra blankets. And probably bring a portable Wi-Fi router. And earplugs. And maybe a flamethrower for the breakfast crowds.
So, there you have it. The truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth (mostly). Consider yourself forewarned!
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