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A few things to note while reading the review:
This hotel is in a 300 year old building. It's got stairs, very thick walls, no A/C, and steam radiators for the winter. Rooms can be different sizes and configurations - some of them considerably different - but very clean. WiFi is available and free, but be aware that the thick walls tend to make the signal weak. If you have mobility issues where you cannot use stairs, it will be a problem.
With that aside, this is my stay of choice when in the area - I've probably stayed here about a dozen times for a week or more each time for work. Two major things give this place an advantage:
1. It's centrally located in Ingolstadt, with a grocery across the street, and dozens of food options a short walk away in a very safe and walkable city center.
2. The staff is amazing - I've never seen them turn down any reasonable request. Need a mini-fridge for the room? Ask if one is available. Need to use an umbrella? There's a bunch by the door.
There's on-site parking - which may fill up if you get there late, but a short walk away there's public paid parking available.
The staff speaks several major languages - English speakers will feel comfortable here.
For room selection, the rooms facing the main street have a nice view, but be aware that there is outdoor dining on the street below, and it can get a bit noisy at times - but the crowd usually thins out around 10PM. The quieter rooms face the courtyard away from the street.
Breakfast is served in the mornings. You get eggs cooked to order and a buffet-style layout with dairy, fruits, cereal, breads, cheese, meats, and smoked salmon. The selection doesn't change much from day-to-day, but there is sufficient enough variety to keep it interesting.
There's CCTV cameras watching the property and the staff pays close attention to it, especially when you are parking. So if someone comes out when you first show up to park it's usually to help direct you to a spot to keep the lot organized. If you park and block another car, they expect you to leave your key at the reception.
There's also a single EV charger available for those that need it. You'll need to make arrangements with the staff to use it.