Medical Tourism in Hannover: The Complete Guide to Treatment, Support and Accommodation

Every year thousands of international patients travel to Hannover for world-class care at the Hannover Medical School (MHH) and the International Neuroscience Institute (INI). If you are planning a treatment trip, this guide walks you through the essentials — choosing the right clinic, the practical steps to arrange before you fly, and where to stay so that the whole family is comfortable for the weeks ahead.

Why patients choose Hannover

Hannover is one of Germany's leading medical cities. The MHH is a university hospital known internationally for transplants, oncology, cardiology and neurology, while the INI is a renowned centre for brain and spine surgery. Both are within minutes of each other in the Groß-Buchholz district, and Hannover Airport (HAJ) is only about 15 minutes away — making the journey straightforward even from abroad.

What to arrange before you travel

A treatment trip runs more smoothly when the practical side is organised early. Beyond the medical appointment itself, most patients need to think about a handful of things:

• Treatment plan: confirm dates and a cost estimate with the clinic in writing.
• Visa and entry: check with the German embassy which documents you need for a medical visa — clinics usually issue an invitation letter.
• Interpreter and support: arrange language help for appointments if you need it.
• Accommodation: book a place close to the hospital for the whole stay, ideally with its own kitchen.

Why a furnished apartment beats a hotel for the family

Treatment rarely lasts a single night, and a hotel room quickly becomes cramped and expensive for a patient and accompanying family. A furnished apartment gives everyone space to rest, a private kitchen to prepare the food a patient needs, and a washing machine and dryer for a longer stay. Our apartments on Schierholzstraße 61 in Groß-Buchholz are only 5–10 minutes by car from the MHH and INI, with tram line 7 and a bus stop at the door and free parking — including space for vans.

Staying close, with support

Rooms can be arranged for two to four people, and the whole guesthouse can be booked for larger families. There is a REWE supermarket and a restaurant next door, free Wi-Fi throughout, and 24/7 multilingual support so you always have someone to ask. Tell us your treatment dates on WhatsApp and we will check availability and send photos — one clear all-in price, no booking platform.