Budget trip to Hamburg

Planning my first trip to Hamburg in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.

My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?

I'm coming from Canada and have experience in a few different countries but this would be my first time in Hamburg.

Thanks for any help!

Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.

I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.

Spent about $113/day all-in. Quality was good.

My tip: the late night crowd is different.

This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.

Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.