The Black Forest
Big forest views, piny air and pastures on the doorstep – this farmhouse is the perfect country retreat. Dressed in local wood, the light-filled rooms are…
Must-see hotels in Germany
Spreewald
Lübbenau's poshest digs occupy the local palace, idyllically surrounded by a tranquil park. Rooms don't skimp on space, are warmly furnished in natural…
Ulm
We love the homely vibe at this beautifully restored art nouveau house in Neu-Ulm. The high-ceilinged rooms are kept spotless and backpacker perks include…
Munich
Over-the-top luxury and obsessive attention to detail make the 'King's Court' a real treat if you like that sort of thing. Rooms range from better-than…
Romantik Hotel Goldener Karpfen
Fairy-Tale Road
Family-run since 1904, the 'Golden Carp' is an elegant historic hotel offering both traditional and designer rooms in a handsome 18th-century townhouse…
Baden-Baden
Right in the thick of things, this super-friendly family-run hotel occupies a 16th-century townhouse. The attractively renovated rooms (some with rooftop…
Berlin
At this supercentral budget boutique hotel, none of the compact, mod rooms are alike, but all feature upbeat colours, thoughtful design touches, a tea…
Berlin
This delightful hotel scores a perfect 10 on our ‘charm-o-meter', not for being particularly lavish, but for its familiar yet elegant ambience. The…
The Black Forest
This luxe spa hotel has beautiful views of the wooded hills from its gardens and outdoor pool, a lounge warmed by an open fire and modern, generously…
City West & Charlottenburg
This charismatic B&B in the home of silent-movie siren Asta Nielsen takes you back to the Golden Twenties. Stuffed with art-nouveau furniture and decor,…
Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
These 143 self-catering studios and one-bedroom apartments on Museumsinsel (Museum Island) are a sweet fusion of substance and style. Smartly laid-out…
Baden-Baden
It’s worth going the extra mile (or seven) to this sweet hotel overlooking vineyards. Pared-back, earthy-hued rooms come with balconies, and guests can…
Lake Constance
A recent makeover has brought this hotel bang up to date. Housed in a listed 15th-century building, the themed rooms zoom in on different places around…
City West & Charlottenburg
This sweet retreat close to primo shopping is a fantastic find for those who value individual service over fancy lobbies or rooftop bars. All four rooms…
St Pauli & Reeperbahn
In an old iron foundry, East's bold and dramatic design never fails to impress. The walls, lamps and huge pillars of this hotel’s public areas emulate…
Ulm
It’s amazing what you can do with a former monastery and an eye for design. Exposed beams and stone add an historical edge to streamlined rooms with…
Stuttgart
A serene hideaway just a short U-Bahn hop from the centre, the Waldhotel snuggles up to the forest on the fringes of Stuttgart. Many of the bright,…
Hanover
This grand dame still looks pretty good in spite of being over 150 years old. Myriad wellness offerings include massages and an upper-level spa and…
Friedrichshain
A certified organic hotel, Almodóvar is perfect for keeping your healthy ways while travelling. A yoga mat is a standard amenity in the 60 rooms with…
Historic Mitte
A delightful alchemy of history and contemporary flair, this luxe contender in a 19th-century bank has sumptuously furnished, large rooms with extra-high…
Fairy-Tale Road
Marburg's swankiest digs occupy a lovely spot on the Lahn River, a short stroll from the station. If you're going to splurge, superior double rooms and…
Schliffkopf Wellness & Nature Hotel
Schwarzwaldhochstrasse
Right in the wooded heart of the Black Forest National Park, this hilltop hotel is an appealing pick, with spacious, warm-toned rooms (some big enough to…
Das Kleine Apartmenthotel im Holländerhaus
Potsdam
This delightful place combines the charm of a 1733 Dutch Quarter building with an edgy, creative design scheme. Wood, steel and bold colour splashes give…
Hanover
Fat beds with thick mattresses and plump cushions dominate the rooms of this luxury hotel, where high ceilings alleviate any feeling of being cramped. Set…
Bamberg
Bamberg’s grandest digs occupy a palatial building formerly used as a hospital. But have no fear, as the swanky furnishings – from the Roman-style steam…
Frankfurt am Main
Dating from 1876, this palatial hotel is a truly monumental place to rest your head. In addition to its 261 luxurious rooms and 42 even more luxurious…
Weimar
This timber-fronted, multistoried hotel in Weimar's historical centre has won awards for its ecological principles and family-friendly attitude (kids are…
The Black Forest
On a quiet perch above the rippling hills of the Black Forest, Die Halde is a rustic-chic retreat, with an open fire crackling in the bar, calm rooms…
Berlin
Despite its location on a busy thoroughfare, this 20-room guesthouse built in 1845 is an utterly sweet retreat. Reach your comfortable, classically styled…
Konstanz
What a sweet deal this little guesthouse is. Housed in a period building in the Altstadt, it shelters petite but attractively decorated rooms. The attic…
Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
At this swish and supercentral contender, you quite literally sleep with the fishes, thanks to the lobby's 25m-high tropical aquarium. Streamlined design…
Fairy-Tale Road
The cast-iron balustrades, tiled floors and gentle Tuscan pastels of this Italian-themed hotel in a handsome 18th-century townhouse make it an attractive…
Regensburg
Surely the best deal in town, the nine fairy-tale rooms each bear the name of a crowned head and are fit for a kaiser. Huge mirrors, dark antique and…
Hamburg
Offbeat decor, an infectious irreverence and postmodern vintage flair make this pad a top choice among global nomads. Sporting maritime flourishes, the…
The Black Forest
On a vineyard spreading just north of Gengenbach, Pfeffer und Salz is an appealingly converted Black Forest farmhouse with pretty gardens, views and a…
Schleswig-Holstein
Inside a traditional thatched-roof house in oh-so-quaint Keitum, this eight-room guesthouse plus apartments surprises with colours as bold as a Sylt…
Bavarian Alps
This very family-friendly hostel in the village of Tiefenbach is around 10 minutes by car from Oberstdorf train station. Rooms with up to six beds are…
Fairy-Tale Road
Run by four generations of the same family, this charmer advertises its class with an art-nouveau etched-glass door and quaint entrance hall. Beyond, you…
Hamburg
Removed a little from the clamour of downtown Neustadt but within easy walking distance of same, this outpost of the Scandinavian Scandic chain gets…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
While the rooms are smartly decorated and comfortable, the best thing about this little hotel is its leafy location in the midst of Paradies park. Most of…
