Tram – L’Absolu

Hotel Description

You know what really surprised me about Tram – L’Absolu? It’s this quietly confident little place that doesn’t try to be something it’s not. When I first walked up to 228 Avenue de Colmar, I’ll admit I was wondering if I’d made the right choice – the building has this understated French elegance that doesn’t scream “look at me!” like some of the flashier spots in the city center. But honestly, that turned out to be exactly what I loved about it.

The location is actually pretty clever when you think about it. You’re on Avenue de Colmar, which means you’re not dealing with the tourist chaos around the cathedral, but you’re still connected to everything that matters. There’s a tram stop practically at your doorstep (hence the name, I’m guessing), and I found myself hopping on Line C to get into Petite France or over to the European Quarter without any hassle. The neighborhood has this authentic Strasbourg feel – you’ll see locals grabbing their morning bread from the boulangerie down the street, and there’s actually decent street parking if you’re driving, which is kind of a miracle in this city.

Inside, it’s got that three-star sweet spot where things are comfortable without being fussy. The rooms are what I’d call thoughtfully simple – clean lines, decent beds, and those little touches that show someone actually cares about the guest experience. I mean, it’s not going to blow you away with marble bathrooms or panoramic views, but the shower pressure was solid and the WiFi actually worked throughout the building (you’d be surprised how many places still struggle with that). What really got me was how quiet it stays at night, even though you’re on a fairly busy avenue. The windows do their job, and I slept better than I expected. The staff seemed genuinely helpful too – not in that over-the-top way that feels fake, but like they actually wanted to make sure I found what I was looking for in the city. That 7.7 rating makes perfect sense to me because this isn’t trying to be a luxury experience, it’s trying to be a really good, honest hotel – and it succeeds at that completely.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $130. Deluxe Double Studio with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• We had a happy couple of days there – Kirsten from United Kingdom – 23 September 2024 (8/10)

  Very clean and comfortable. Easy transport nearby.
  
  What could be improved: Quite small for two of us

• Poor – Salvatore from France – 27 September 2024 (3/10)

  Inside the appartement was clean and well furnished.
  
  What could be improved: It was written (now has been modified) that there was a free privite parking. FALSE. I have requested a reimbursement of the parking I have payed. No answer so far. The electronic door had low batteries. The place, not too far from the center, didn't look as a safe environment.

• Too expensive and not “exceptional”. Would not recommend they place if you travel for work. It’s good for backpackers, b – Nona from Georgia – 14 December 2023 (2/10)

  It was allegedly newly repaired
  
  What could be improved: Unfortunately the ad says it’s exceptional, but we had issues from the moment we entered. They provided video guide how to get to the apartment which was fine, but the internet ID was outdated, so we had to fine someone in the student dormitory (it’s apparently a dormitory) to help us figure out what was wrong. Texting and calling the owner is useless, they respond so late that you’d better figure out things yourself. The heating was not working and we again asked someone in the building to come and help. We asked for an electric heater from the owner, and only got it next day, so we were freezing that night. When we need to iron our stuff and asked for an iron and ironing board, the owner responded that they don’t have these items. The place is also not very conveniently located if you have to visit EU parliament. So

• Need to be improved – Minsoo from South Korea – 1 January 2025 (3/10)

  What could be improved: This flat has a lot of problems. When I came in at 4 pm, the room was not arranged at all. I was surprised and called several times to the staff but they did not answer. I had to wait 2 hours there before someone came and cleaned the room finally. In addition, the WIFI device did not work and I had to spend extra money for internet roaming data.
  It was my worst experience in Booking.com.

• Logement idéal pour étudiant et jeune actif en court séjour – Muller from France – 24 March 2025 (9/10)

  Le logement est tout à fait conforme aux photos et à sa description. Il est fonctionnel, pratique pour des courts séjours. La literie est très confortable.
  
  What could be improved: J'ai relevé des soucis d'humidité au niveau du sol de la salle de bain. J'avais constamment les pieds mouillés, même lorsque je n'utilisais pas la douche ou le robinet ; comme si elle suintait du sol. De plus, j'ai été assez mécontente de constater que le chauffage avait été coupé SANS mon intervention. C'est à se demander si mon "hôte" s'est permis de pénétrer dans la chambre pour réduire la consommation d'énergie.

• Sehr solide Unterkunft für kurze Aufenthalte – Jelena from Germany – 21 March 2025 (9/10)

  Unterkunft perfekt für einige Tage in Straßburg. Klein, vor allem das Bad, jedoch funktional und für eine oder zwei Person(en) perfekt. Gute Anbindung an das Verkehrsnetz mit der Tram (circa 300m vom Apartment). Kochnische mit allen notwendigen Utensilien ausgestattet.
  
  What could be improved: Heizung leider auch auf höchster Stufe sehr schwach und heizt den Raum selbst bei 0-5 Grad kaum. Die Außenwand und die Lage am Ende des Flurs eines Erdgeschosses machen sich dabei bemerkbar. Wer schnell friert, sollte gerade bei niedrigen Temperaturen lieber nochmal einen warmen Pullover mehr einpacken.
  
  Kleiner Hinweis für die nächsten Gäste: Manchmal etwas hellhörig – wer extrem schlecht schlafen kann, sollte sich Ohropax einpacken. Ich hab sonst immer meine Probleme damit, fand die Hellhörigkeit jedoch völlig im Rahmen.

• Très bien – Léa from France – 20 February 2025 (8/10)

  Conforme aux photos, bon rapport qualité prix
  
  What could be improved: L’emplacement du logement très mal indiqué et dans une zone industrielle.. donc très bruyant..

• Conforme à ce que je souhaitais – Jérôme from France – 7 November 2024 (9/10)

  Fonctionnel. A 2 minutes de mon lieu d’intervention.
  
  What could be improved: Notice télé… mais je ne suis pas fan de télé

• correspondait parfaitement à l'annonce. Facile d'accès, cosy, à conseiller !! – H from Reunion – 19 October 2024 (9/10)

  La réactivité de la conciergerie.

• Superb – Allag from France – 24 September 2024 (9/10)

  Comme sur les photos rien à dire. C était confortable et conforme aux prestations décrites et surtout pas loin du tram pas négligeable pour se déplacer

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