Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
A classic faded dame of a grand hotel, the Kaiserhof's former glories are evident in its plum position (where the Wartburgallee begins its climb from the…
Must-see hotels in Central Germany
Herrenkrug Parkhotel an der Elbe
Central Germany
Rise to chirping birds at this riverside mansion, then start the day with a wake-up stroll through the lush surrounding park. Rooms are spacious and…
Erfurt
This bright hotel, in a brilliant spot near a willow-fringed arm of the Gera River, gets a thumbs-up from design-minded travellers impressed by a thorough…
Harz Mountains
Schiefer brings a touch of the modern to ancient Goslar, in a prime Markt location. Its air-conditioned rooms and maisonette apartments are tastefully…
Weimar
With a Mediterranean air and a fresh colour scheme across its 53 rooms, this family-run hotel near Goetheplatz exudes feel-good cheer and offers packages…
Fairy-Tale Road
Dating to 1760, Landgrave Freidrich II's former hunting lodge is now one of the better hotels in town, with views of the Hafen (harbour) and a rococo…
Central Germany
This modern hotel done up in white-grey tones is set in the pedestrianised strip leading to the Rathaus (town hall) and tourist office. Wrap up a day on…
Fairy-Tale Road
More than 200 rooms, all comfortable and stylish, 24-hour reception, numerous dining options, an enormous day spa and wellness centre and a truly lavish…
Harz Mountains
Well-appointed, spacious rooms and suites are individually and classically styled in this impressive boutique hotel on the outskirts of the Altstadt. The…
Fairy-Tale Road
Spread over six floors, this slick hotel has 137 compact, stylish rooms with ambient lighting, arty design elements and free high-speed wi-fi. There's a…
Central Germany
Check in to the Dorint Charlottenhof for large, comfortable rooms of an international standard, free wi-fi, impeccable service and stylish hotel amenities…
Harz Mountains
The ‘Hof’ toys with the idea of being an art hotel (kids will love the piece near the foyer with the cindered toy cars), and has bright rooms that are…
Radisson Blu Hotel Fürst Leopold
Central Germany
Dessau-Rosslau’s grandest hotel offers excellent facilities and value, with a bar, restaurant, fitness area and beauty spa. Prices vary by demand, but…
Central Germany
This lovely boutique hotel is located in a 14th-century building opposite the Schlosskirche. Each of the eight spacious units are furnished in dark woods…
Central Germany
This four-star hotel boasts lots of marble, dark woods, heavy curtains and old-world-style furnishings. It has excellent amenities, including a sauna and…
Kurpark Hotel Bad Wilhelmshöhe
Fairy-Tale Road
In an excellent location near the Unesco-listed Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train station, this stylish hotel offers well-appointed…
Harz Mountains
This magnificent 500-year-old former merchant-guild building has tasteful rooms and a good restaurant open daily from 6am to 11pm. Insomniacs should head…
Fairy-Tale Road
In a great spot on the fringe of the Altstadt, this modern hotel has fresh, bright rooms in a variety of sizes and configurations and an on-site brewpub…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
Dating to 1890, this stately art-nouveau villa in the leafy, hilly area south of town provides the charismatic setting of this small hotel, which has…
Fairy-Tale Road
Graced with a robust sandstone facade and art-deco details within, this charming hotel boasts a large whirlpool, a compact sauna and an excellent…
Erfurt, Weimar & Thuringia
This 78-bed hostel sits in leafy grounds about 2.5km west of Mühlhausen's Hauptbahnhof, making it a good option for exploring town or outlying ares. Take…
Wyndam Garden Quedlinburger Stadtschloss
Harz Mountains
Tasteful features and the wellness area (including a Finnish sauna, steam bath and whirlpool) of this hotel in a restored Renaissance-era residence make…
Central Germany
You’ll sleep like an angel in this sparkling, modern place affiliated with a Christian charity organisation. Expect good-sized and cheerfully coloured…
Central Germany
Walls clad in local stone and ceilings supported by heavy wooden beams hark back to the 19th century, when this was the Royal Customs Office. Completely…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
Good for self-drivers, this self-consciously hip chain hotel on the outskirts of town has lovely forest views, comfortable, modern rooms, high-speed wi-fi…
Erfurt
As stylish as they are comfortable, rooms in this highly rated and very central hotel might easily entice you to stay in bed. Request a room facing the…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
The boxy, multi-storied exterior of one of Jena’s premier hotels belies the style of the 140 rooms, suites and apartments within: tasteful if somewhat…
Fairy-Tale Road
Close to the Hauptbahnhof, this well-maintained former Holiday Inn has friendly, English-speaking staff, spotless rooms, comfortable bedding (including a…
Erfurt
Situated about 300m west of Domplatz (off Lauentor), this luxurious business-oriented hotel has 160 rooms and suites that exude effortless sophistication…
Weimar
With an enviable location in the heart of Weimar's Altstadt, this little inn offers comfortable, light-filled rooms with high-speed internet, en suite…
Harz Mountains
Located in a lovely, elevated spot just above the town centre by the city park, this pleasant, well-managed, private hotel occupies a handsome, historic…
Central Germany
Rooms at this small Pension are clean and nicely renovated; the owners are friendly, the garden is pleasant and the breakfast room overlooks the…
Harz Mountains
This no-frills official DJH youth hostel is open year-round and is located a few minutes' walk from the start of the Goetheweg trail for hikes to the top…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
This smartly run business hotel has all the prerequisites to give you a good night’s sleep, and puts you smack dab in the thick of things. The breakfast…
Harz Mountains
This hostel has two-, three- and four-bed dorms with bathrooms, as well as a sauna and solarium. The large Brockenbad swimming complex is nearby. It's…
Fairy-Tale Road
This quality hotel with 56 bright, modern rooms is situated just northeast of Kassel Hauptbahnhof, or 600m north of Scheidemannplatz. There's an evening…
Harz Mountains
If you're coming to town to soak in the waters or bake in the sauna, this is the only hotel with direct access to the town's famed pools. Rooms vary in…
Harz Mountains
This pretty hostel on the road to the Rammelsberg Museum & Besucherbergwerk has excellent facilities, with single and twin rooms and six- to eight-bed…
Thuringian Forest & the Saale Valley
This historic hotel in the heart of town has been welcoming guests in some form or another since the 16th century, including former FDR President Richard…
Fairy-Tale Road
Opposite a small park called the Tannenwäldchen, this well-run hostel's proximity to the train station is convenient, but might bother light sleepers…
