Pension Jeske Heidelberg

Heidelberg 49.41160400, 8.71050300 , Mittelbadgasse 2 (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsPension Jeske Heidelberg enjoys a highly favorable reputation for its exceptional central location in the heart of Heidelberg's historic Old Town. Guests particularly appreciate the convenience of being near key attractions such as the marketplace, main square and the Church of the Holy Spirit. The close proximity to the Schlossbergbahn funicular makes exploring Heidelberg Castle easy, while the surrounding vibrant streets filled with cafes, restaurants and shops offer a lively yet peaceful experience even during events like the Christmas markets. The guesthouse's connection to public transport enhances its appeal for tourists seeking both comfort and convenience.

Although there is no in-house breakfast service, Pension Jeske provides unlimited coffee and tea, along with access to a kettle and a refrigerator, accommodating guests' preferences for a flexible breakfast routine. Many opt to visit a nearby bakery or bring their own food, enjoying the freedom and convenience this setup offers.

The rooms at Pension Jeske are generally lauded for their cleanliness, comfort and charming, nostalgic decor. Furnished with vintage touches and creative details, the rooms cater to various needs with options for families and spacious apartments earning praise for their size and comfort. While some rooms are noted to be small or dark, they maintain a cozy atmosphere, contributing to an enjoyable stay. The unique ambiance of the attic rooms, accessible by steep staircases, adds a historical charm, enhancing the authentic experience of staying in the city center. Cleanliness is typically rated highly, although some areas could benefit from more meticulous housekeeping.

Staff interaction is characterized by efficiency and friendliness, primarily conducted remotely through phone calls, emails and messages. Guests find the check-in and check-out processes smooth and appreciate the management's responsiveness, helpfulness and clear instructions for access and parking. Flexible options for check-out and handling 'lost and found' items further enhance the guest experience, despite the limited in-person contact.

Wi-Fi experiences vary with some guests finding it reliable and fast, while others report weak or spotty connectivity, especially in the attic rooms. This indicates room for improvement in ensuring consistent internet quality throughout the hotel.

The bed quality at Pension Jeske receives mixed reviews. While many guests find the beds comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep, issues with squeaky, noisy and sometimes worn-out beds are noted. Some beds are also considered too narrow, particularly for couples and opinions on mattress firmness vary. Pillows are often described as too soft, suggesting that improvements in bed quality could enhance guest satisfaction.

Overall, Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a clean, comfortable and charming accommodation option with a prime central location, making it ideal for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the vibrant life and rich heritage of Heidelberg’s Old Town.
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Cheap Guest House
This guesthouse provides a simple and affordable accommodation option. It is suitable for travelers seeking a basic place to stay.

Small Guest House
This pension offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with comfortable rooms and personalized service. Its location in Heidelberg provides a quiet retreat while still being close to the city's attractions.

Room Types
Family Room with Private Bathroom The family room features a private entrance, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The family room has tiled floors and provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle and city views. The unit has 3 beds.

Triple Room with Private Bathroom The triple room features a private entrance, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room has parquet floors and provides a wardrobe, heating and mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom This triple room features a shared bathroom and parquet floors. The triple room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides a private entrance, a wardrobe and mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom This triple room provides a shared bathroom, and parquet floors. The triple room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and offers a private entrance, a wardrobe and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom This double room features a shared bathroom, and parquet floors. The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and offers a private entrance, a wardrobe and mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom This double room has a shared bathroom and parquet floors. The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and features a private entrance, a wardrobe and mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom Featuring a private entrance, a seating area and a wardrobe, this twin/double room includes a shared bathroom. The twin/double room features parquet floors, heating and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Private Bathroom The double room features a private entrance, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room has tiled floors and offers a wardrobe, heating and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.

Budget Single Room This single room features a desk, a patio, mountain views and a shared bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.

Studio Apartment The studio features a dining area, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The studio provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

Studio Apartment The studio provides a dining area, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The studio features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
7.4
Good
Location
Pension Jeske Heidelberg boasts an impressive central location that consistently receives high praise from its guests. Located in the very heart of Heidelberg’s historic Old Town, its proximity to key attractions and landmarks is unparalleled. Guests can enjoy the convenience of being just steps away from the marketplace, the main square and the Church of the Holy Spirit. The guesthouse is also closely situated to the Schlossbergbahn funicular, offering easy access to Heidelberg Castle and beautiful views of the Old Town.

Visitors appreciate the ease of exploring the city's vibrant scenes of cafes, restaurants and shops without needing extensive travel. Despite being in the midst of the city's activity, some reviews note the quiet and peaceful nature of the rooms, allowing for restful stays even during bustling events like the Christmas markets.

This prime spot near the pedestrian zone offers not only cultural and historical experiences but also practical benefits. For those traveling by public transport, the guesthouse is accessible and well-connected, enhancing the appeal for tourists looking for both comfort and convenience. With the added benefit of charming, historic ambiance, Pension Jeske Heidelberg is ideal for those wanting to immerse themselves fully in the rich heritage and busy life of Heidelberg’s Old Town.

Breakfast
While the Pension Jeske Heidelberg does not offer an in-house breakfast service, guests can still enjoy unlimited coffee and tea, which are freely available, along with access to a kettle and a small refrigerator on the upper floor. The hotel provides instant coffee, though some guests suggest that a hand filter with ground beans would be a nice improvement. Despite the absence of a traditional breakfast, visitors find no issue in arranging their own morning meals, often opting to bring their own food or visit the good bakery nearby for a fulfilling start to the day. The anytime tea service and the convenience of having a fridge and drinks in the hallways further enhance the experience for those who prefer a more flexible breakfast routine.

Rooms
Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a variety of rooms that cater to different needs and preferences. The rooms are generally described as clean, comfortable and well-decorated with furnishings that exude a charming, nostalgic ambiance. Many guests appreciate the unique, individual designs of the rooms, which often feature creative touches like paintings and vintage furniture. Despite being basic, the rooms are functional and equipped with everything a traveler might need for a short stay.

For families, the options include family rooms and spacious apartments, which are especially praised for their size and comfort. The cleanliness of both private and shared facilities is frequently highlighted, providing guests with a pleasant experience. Some rooms, however, are noted to be small or dark, but still manage to maintain a cozy atmosphere. The attic rooms, accessible via steep wooden staircases, add a unique and historical character to the stay, though they might not be suitable for everyone.

The central location of Pension Jeske is another significant advantage, making it easy to explore Heidelberg on foot. The house itself with its old-town charm, enhances the authentic experience of staying in the city center. Although some rooms might suffer from noise and a lack of soundproofing, the overall ambiance is described as quiet and relaxing.

In summary, while not overly luxurious, Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a clean, comfortable and uniquely decorated accommodation option that is ideal for both solo travelers and families looking for a centrally located, historical setting in Heidelberg.

Beds
Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a mixed experience when it comes to the quality of their beds according to guest reviews. Many guests found the beds to be comfortable, cozy and conducive to a good night's sleep with some even describing the mattresses as excellent. The bedding was often noted as being clean and comfortable. However, there were consistent complaints about the beds being squeaky and noisy with some describing the beds as worn out and creaky with every movement. The size of the beds also drew some criticism, particularly for those traveling as couples, as many rooms feature two single beds that were sometimes considered too narrow. Additionally, while some guests appreciated the firmness of the mattresses, others found them to be excessively hard or soft, leading to discomfort. Pillows were another point of contention, often described as too soft or made of low-quality foam. Overall, while there are positive aspects, it seems the bed quality at Pension Jeske may not meet the expectations of every traveler.

Cleanliness
Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a mixed but generally positive experience regarding cleanliness. Many guests have praised the hotel for its tidy rooms and well-maintained bathrooms, noting that the accommodation is clean, central and pleasantly decorated. Several reviews highlight the consistent cleanliness of towels, carpets, curtains and communal areas such as the shared bathrooms and courtyard, which adds to the overall comfortable stay.

However, some guests have reported issues with specific areas, mentioning occurrences of dust, cobwebs and dirt in less visible spots like under beds and behind cabinets. A few reviews also pointed out that certain rooms were not cleaned adequately with instances of hair in sinks and showers, crumbs on nightstands and neglected corners.

Despite these occasional shortcomings, most visitors found the cleanliness met their expectations and appreciated the clean and cozy ambiance of Pension Jeske Heidelberg. Enhanced attention to detail in housekeeping could further elevate the guest experience in this charming, centrally located accommodation.

Staff
Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers a unique experience due to its distinctive approach to guest interaction. Guests frequently highlighted the efficiency and friendliness of the staff, despite the commonly mentioned lack of in-person contact. Communication with the management is often reported to be quick, efficient and helpful, primarily through phone calls, emails and messages. This system allows for a smooth check-in and check-out process, adding to the convenience for guests.

Many appreciated the responsiveness and helpfulness of the staff, noting instances of flexible check-out and room upgrades as positive aspects. The instructions provided for access and parking were clear and easy to follow, enhancing the overall guest experience. Various reviewers emphasized the polite, friendly and accommodating nature of the management, contributing to an overall sense of reliability and support.

However, the absence of on-site staff did leave a few guests feeling a lack of personal interaction. Despite this, the overwhelming consensus indicates that the operations at Pension Jeske Heidelberg run smoothly with management being available and attentive through remote communication. The ability to store bags after check-out and efficiently handling 'lost and found' items also received commendations.

In summary, Pension Jeske Heidelberg's staff receive high marks for their virtual professionalism and helpfulness, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests who appreciate efficient, contactless service.

Wi-Fi
Pension Jeske Heidelberg offers varied experiences when it comes to internet connectivity. Many guests have found the Wi-Fi to be reliable, stable and fast, noting that it's not always the case in Heidelberg. Praise for good internet and strong Wi-Fi also come up frequently in the reviews. However, there are a number of mentions about the Wi-Fi needing improvement, describing it as weak, spotty and even horrendous at times. Particularly in the attic, the Wi-Fi seems to be non-functional and watching streaming services like YouTube may be difficult due to poor signal strength. While some guests did report no issues with the Wi-Fi and appreciated its performance, it's clear that there's room for improvement to ensure consistent quality throughout the hotel.


No, Pension Jeske Heidelberg doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Pension Jeske Heidelberg.

No, Pension Jeske Heidelberg doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Pension Jeske Heidelberg.

No, Pension Jeske Heidelberg doesn't have a gym.

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