Gekko House

“Good Hotel / Not Best Location”

I was in Frankfurt for business, and booked this hotel for 3 nights. I picked this hotel because of its low cost and its proximity to the main train station which I planned to use for day trips. The hotel is easy to find as it’s on a corner and the signage was very clear. As you step in, you … more

I was in Frankfurt for business, and booked this hotel for 3 nights. I picked this hotel because of its low cost and its proximity to the main train station which I planned to use for day trips. The hotel is easy to find as it’s on a corner and the signage was very clear. As you step in, you immediately walk into the restaurant, so you need to follow the signage to the right to find receptions and elevator lifts. Check in was quite smooth. Normal document checks, and she gave me the info I needed for my stay. They upgraded me to a Premium room too. As an elite, I had the option to take free breakfasts but my schedule wouldn’t have allowed me to take advantage of that so I chose points. Walking through, it has a very young urban vibe - similar to a Moxy or Aloft brand property. The premier room was a good size. Lots stone and dark/neutral colours. The giant light bulb fixtures as lamps were cool. I also liked the old school looking bluetooth radio. Safe is a bit too small as I couldn’t fit my laptop. WiFi was good. No real work desk - more of a counter and ottoman as a seat. It could work for a business traveller, but not ideal. Bed was OK, not soft or firm. AC worked well. I was facing the street I could easily hear large noisy vehicles. The coolest thing they provide is a tablet that provides all the hotel information Because of my schedule I didn’t use any hotel amenities like the rooftop or restaurant. But as a BBQ restaurant I could smell the smoke. Location is OK, depending on what you’re looking for. It’s definitely a quieter part of the city. Skyline Plaza is a short walk for basic shopping. It’s about a 15min walk to the main train station, which isn’t bad. Depending on which streets you use to walk in between the hotel and train station, you can expect to see a few homeless and drug addicted residents. Overall, I was happy with my stay. I got a good quality hotel at a very reasonable rate. I wouldn’t necessarily recommend for tourists looking to be near attractions or business travellers looking for ample work space

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“Decent hotel with confusing concept and mixed value”

Stayed 5 nights. I chose this property mainly for its location, about 900 m from the railway station. Several hotels are closer, but the area around the station is quite sketchy. The entrance to the lobby is through a dark restaurant with a strong smell — not the best first impression. My room was … more

Stayed 5 nights. I chose this property mainly for its location, about 900 m from the railway station. Several hotels are closer, but the area around the station is quite sketchy. The entrance to the lobby is through a dark restaurant with a strong smell — not the best first impression. My room was average size (for the location) with modern décor but not suited for business travelers or anyone using a laptop: no desk or chair, and the safe was too small for a laptop. Amenities included a Nespresso machine but no fridge. Each room has a Marshall speaker placed on shelf attached to the shared wall — a very poor design choice, as any bass makes the wall vibrate even at low volume. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and power sockets well placed. The bathroom was in good condition with excellent water pressure. Wi-Fi worked reliably. Guests are encouraged to skip daily housekeeping; although I opted in, my room was missed once. Breakfast is €26 per person, so I didn’t try it. Overall, a decent stay, but for the price (average over €120/night) I expected more. The hotel also seems uncertain about its concept — its website claims it’s designed for “individualists, business travellers, artists and exciting minds” and for “globals and locals.” You can’t be everything to everyone.

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