Hotel Karl August
A Neighborhood Hotel
Where Karlstraße meets Augustinerstraße is where you’ll find the city‘s heart and soul. People who come here meet people who live here. And that‘s how we get together. In a friendly, cosmopolitan neighbourhood. The Karl August isn’t just a hotel, it’s a destination. And it isn’t just in Nuremberg – it’s 100% Nuremberg.
Our small and fine wellness & spa area is a lovely addition for our guests in the middle of the vibrant Old Town of Nuremberg. A unique place that becomes an experience. Our pool is nothing short of unique. Ten metres by four metres, with direct views from water to sky. After a busy day, a workout is just the job. In our studio you’ll find Life Fitness® equipment for top-notch comfort, with a treadmill, rowing machine and cross trainer as well as an ergometer and Freeletics® area. When just the crackling of the stove can be heard in a Finnish sauna, that’s when the spirit finds rest. Our generous waterfall showers will energise you afterwards. And if you long for a massage, you’re welcome to contact our reception any time to book one.
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There are two parking spaces available for people with disabilities.
- The Lorenzkirche subway station and the Haller Tor bus and tram stop are located 300 meters away.
- All guest-accessible areas and facilities are either step-free/at ground level or accessible via an elevator.
- All doors, passageways, and pathways accessible to guests are at least 80 cm wide. The sauna area is excluded.
- The reception desk is 116 cm high.
- One accessible room is available (Apartment 218).
- The toilet in the room is accessible from both sides (at least 80 cm). Fold-down grab bars are available to the left and right of the toilet.
- The sink is wheelchair compatible, and the mirror is visible even when seated.
- Access to the shower is threshold-free. A grab bar and a shower chair are provided.
- The dining table in the apartment is wheelchair compatible (maximum height 80 cm, wheelchair access at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm).
- The kitchen countertop, sink, and stove are not wheelchair compatible.
- The restaurant/breakfast room has tables that are max. 80 cm high and wheelchair compatible at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm.
- A wellness area is available. This was surveyed but not included in the rating.
- There is a public restroom for people with disabilities that is accessible from both sides (at least 80 cm). There are fold-down grab bars on the left and right sides of the toilet.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There is no clearly visible alarm.
- There is no audio induction loop.
- An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is confirmed audibly.
- Alternatively stairs are available.
- In the restaurant and in the cafe there are tables with bright and glare-free lighting, on which there are no lamps standing or hanging that interfere with the field of vision or eye contact.
- There is a no seating area with low background noises (e.g. corner seating, separate room).
- There is at least one electrical outlet available near the bed.
- Free wifi is offered.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Assistance dogs are welcome.
- The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
- Signage (for wayfinding) is designed with easy-to-read, high-contrast lettering.
- All elevated areas accessible to guests are brightly lit without glare.
- An emergency call made in the elevator is confirmed with an audible signal.
- Steps do not have high-contrast edges.
- Stairs have handrails on both sides.
- The font on the menu is simple and designed with high visual contrast.
- Information is not available in raised print or Braille.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the hotel is clearly recognizable from the outside.
- The objectives of the paths are always within sight or signs in visible distance are available.
- There is no information available in easy language.
- Breakfast and other meals are served. There is no buffet.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
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Hotel Karl August
(Tatjana Hahn)
Hotel Karl August
(Tatjana Hahn)