The Best Castle
Hotels in Germany

SCHEßLITZ. Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. Located within a large private park on the edge of Schesslitz, the Schloss Burgellern offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. The A70 motorway is 2 minutes away. Once a bishop’s residence, the Schloss Burgellern provides rooms with antique Italian furniture and modern bathrooms. Franconian and Italian specialities are served in the Schloss Burgellern’s restaurant. All rooms feature wooden floors, a TV with free SKY channels, and beds which are suitable for allergy sufferers. Locally brewed beers can be enjoyed in the beer garden. The Schloss Burgellern is close to many hiking trails, including the Frankenweg (The Franconian Way). The hotel provides rental bicycles for exploring the beautiful Franconian Switzerland region. Bamberg is about 15 minutes away by car. Show full description

KIRCHAHORN. Romantic. Great location. Popular among couples. This castle-hotel stands high above the Ailsbachtal Valley. The hotel's private, spacious grounds offer a limestone cave, falconry, a beer garden and traditional Franconian cuisine in 2 restaurants. Burg Rabenstein provides unique rooms and suites with castle-themed décor. Burg Rabenstein is located on the Castle Road, a great base for exploring the Franconian Switzerland region. Each room has a spacious bathroom with bathtub, hairdryer and toiletries. All rooms can be reached by elevator. A breakfast buffet is provided. Guests can dine in the elegant Burgrestaurant or in the rustic Gutsschenke restaurant. Falcons, owls and birds of prey are kept at the Rabenstein’s falconry. Shows take place regularly. Guests can visit the beautiful dripstones in the on-site Sophienhöhle Caves. Show full description

THURNAU. Beach front location. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Dating from the 13th century, this castle hotel in the historic centre of Thurnau provides a charming home base on the outskirts of Franconian Switzerland. One of Franconias largest and most precious castles, Schloss Thurnau boasts buildings and architectural elements from virtually all periods of Franconian art history. The adjoining apartment building houses apartments furnished in a rustic style with wonderful views of either the lake or the castle. Look forward to modern rooms and suites in a historic ambiance. Free wireless internet access is available in all communal areas. Start your day with a comprehensive breakfast buffet, and enjoy cheerful celebrations in the warm ambience of the dining room. Show full description

DRESDEN. Great views. Situated on the River Elbe between Dresden’s Old Town and the Weißer Hirsch district, this elegant hotel is a 19th-century Tudor-style palace along the upper bank of the River Elbe. It is set in 15 hectares of parkland, surrounded by ancient trees. Hotel Schloss Eckberg offers exclusively furnished rooms in the castle with high-class furnishings, and antiques. The Hotel Schloss Eckberg features 2 saunas and a fitness room , all located in the Cavalier's House. Some rooms are situated in the Cavalier's House in the park, just 200 metres from the main building. A variety of select packages and treatments are also available. The stylish Schlossrestaurant serves a rich breakfast buffet, lunches, afternoon coffee with regional pastries as well as elegant dinners. A tram stop is just 150 metres from the hotel, takes you to Dresden’s Old Town in 15 minutes. Many free parking spaces are also available. The hotel is 4.5 km from Dresdner Neustadt Train Station and 7.3 km from Dresden Main Station. It is 5.5. km from the Dresden Exhibition Centre and 10 km from the Hellerau motorway exit. Show full description

EDESHEIM. Set in over 5 hectares of parkland and vineyards, this impressive castle hotel lies in the heart of the Palatinate wine region, in the picturesque village of Edesheim. Situated right at the edge of the Pfälzer-Wald Nature Park, and with a long and colourful history, the Hotel Schloss Edesheim offers spacious, individually furnished accommodation. The elegant rooms and suites are decorated in a romantic Biedermeier (19th century) style and feature marble bathrooms and lovely views of the castle grounds. On warm evenings, why not enjoy a glass of wine from the castles own vineyards on the park terrace. Enjoy delicious, gourmet cuisine by the historic fireplace in Da Nicos restaurant. Nearby attractions include the charming wine-producing villages of Rhodt and St. Martin, the splendid Hambacher Schloss castle, and various tours are available along the German Wine Route. Show full description

KRONBERG IM TAUNUS. Beach front location. Lovely property. Lovely interior design. The Schlosshotel Kronberg, also a Golf resort and castle hotel, has since 1954 been a luxury hotel of the first order. Built under commission from Empress Victoria Friedrich and completed in 1893, it is today one of the most impressive German castles and offers its guests living history to touch and feel. Exclusive furnishings and an impressive collection of antiques and paintings from the private estate of the Empress Viktoria. With it two restaurants " Viktoria" and "Enrico d´Assia" the castle make sure to meet all tastes with different cuisines and colors. If the weather allows it, guests can eat on the terrace overlooking the golf course and gardens. English afternoon tea is served in the library at weekends. Furthermore the hotel provides a fantastic starting point for hiking and bicycling tours throughout the Hoch-Taunus Nature Park. Last but not least the Hotel provides Porsche Drive Rental and guests can book a Porsche at the hotel for a wonderful panoramic drive the Hoch-Taunus Hils. Show full description

TRENDELBURG. Cosy. Great views. Hotel Burg Trendelburg offers elegant rooms and a traditional restaurant within a restored medieval castle. It is surrounded by green fields and hills in the Hessian town of Trendelburg. Every room at the Burg Trendelburg includes a modern bathroom, a minibar and Wi-Fi via hotspot. The Burg Trendelburg serves a German-style breakfast buffet each morning. The hotel restaurant features a large terrace, and serves international food and specialities from the Hesse region. During summer months, refreshments are served in the historic courtyard. Guests are welcome to use the Burg Trendelburg’s spa facilities, which include a sauna and a relaxation area. The Kristall Weserbergland-Therme (thermal baths) is also just a 10-minute drive away. Show full description

GEHRDEN. Historic property. Great restaurant. Set in a former Benedictine monastery, this castle hotel in Brakel-Gehrden is surrounded by parkland and the scenic Eggegebirge Mountains. It offers free Wi-Fi, traditional Austrian cuisine, and a 12th-century wine cellar. Combining Medieval and modern design, all rooms at the Hotel Schloß Gehrden include a satellite TV, CD player and safe. Many feature high-quality, antique-style furniture. The Restaurant Rudolphi offers regional and seasonal dishes made of local ingredients. The brasserie serves excellent Austrian pastries and the chimney bar offers a selection of beers, wines and cocktails. Guests can relax in the library or book a soothing massage. An airport shuttle can be organised and a tour desks helps guests plan their stay. Rental bicycles are available for exploring the North Rhine-Westphalia countryside. The town of Brakel is a 10-minute drive away. Show full description

WEEZE. Unique. Comfortable beds. This impressive, historic castle hotel offers elegant accommodation and is situated just outside Weeze, close to Goch, Kevelaer and the Dutch border. Schloss Wissen offers free WiFi and free on-site parking. Schloss Wissen is 555 years old. The breakfast room offers a great view of the mill pond and the castle. Located in the former servants' quarters, the rooms provide an appealing mix of charming nostalgia and tasteful elegance. A delicious breakfast is served each morning in the historic flour mill. Some of the rooms on the ground floor boast their own terrace, and from every room you can admire a wonderful view of the old mill and surrounding countryside. The hotel also offers fully equipped conference facilities. Show full description

ZELL AN DER MOSEL. Charming. Superb breakfast. This castle-style hotel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi, free parking and rental bicycles. It stands beside the River Moselle in the Medieval town of Zell. All rooms at the Hotel Schloss Zell include satellite TV and a private bathroom. The Hotel Schloss Zell is a good base for bicycle and boat trips along the Moselle. Some rooms are located in the hotel’s towers. There are many wine-growing villages nearby. Show full description

BAD NEUSTADT AN DER SAALE. Unique. Set in an 18th-century palace, this Baroque 4-star hotel in Bad Neustadt an der Saale boasts its own wedding church and an idyllic location directly next to the spa gardens. Renovated in 2006, the Schlosshotel Bad Neustadt offers tastefully furnished rooms and suites with superior amenities. The Schlosshotel’s elegant restaurant will pamper you with delicious seasonal creations. Enjoy the 10-minute walk through the neighbouring park with its historic stone bridge. The centre of Bad Neustadt is just 10 minutes away. From here, you can comfortably drive to the spa town of Bad Kissingen or the Bayerische Rhön reserve. .  Show full description

LAUTRACH. Historic. Great value. Set within attractive palace gardens, this peaceful hotel in Lautrach occupies an 18th-century former hunting lodge. It boasts art exhibitions and various leisure facilities. In addition to modern rooms, the 4-star Schloss Lautrach features a private tennis/volleyball court, an area for boules and a fitness room. For your relaxation, a sauna and Kneipp facilities are provided. Guests can also take part in Nordic walking, Qi-Gong and progressive muscle relaxation sessions free of charge. Use one of the hotels bikes, which you can take out for free, to explore the surrounding area. Alternatively, take the car and enjoy a day trip to Lake Constance (just a 40-minute drive away). Show full description

HÖSBACH. Delightful property. Superb interior design. Renovated in 2016-2017, it is set within its own parklands in the Bavarian-Spessart Nature Park and provides individually furnished rooms with large bathrooms. The castle hotel offers bright, comfortable rooms furnished to retain historic character creating a stylish and thoroughly modern atmosphere. The Weyberhöfe also offers a modern take on culinary arts: the show kitchen offers guests the opportunity observe how chefs create sumptuous regional and international dishes. Free parking is available for guests. Show full description

AERZEN. Highly elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. This 5-star superior hotel occupies a restored 16th century palace in the Weserbergland Schaumburg-Hameln Nature Park. It is surrounded by its own park which includes a lake and an 18-hole golf course. National specialities are served in the Schlosskeller. A large breakfast buffet is prepared each morning at the Schlosshotel Münchhausen. Free WiFi is provided in nearly all areas. In the individually decorated rooms, amenities include antique furniture, satellite TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer and shower products. This hotel offers an extended spa and wellness area including sauna, steam bath, ice fountain, indoor pool and an experience shower. Relaxation rooms and a terrace are also available. The historic Renaissance-Räumen offers French cuisine. The wooded surrounding region is ideal for hiking and cycling. Day-trip recommendations include the town of Hameln, famous for its story of the Pied Piper, which lies only 10 kilometres away. Show full description

WALDECK. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. This historic castle hotel in Waldeck offers elegant rooms with views of Lake Edersee and the surrounding nature parks. A fine dining restaurant and spa are available on site. The 4-star hotel stands on the site of an 11th-century knight's castle. A wide range of activities are available, including golf, sailing, diving and hiking. Guests can also simply relax in the hotel's cosy room with fireplace, or can enjoy a drink at the bar. Through its hilltop location, it offers wonderful views of the surrounding scenery. Free private parking spaces are available to guests. Show full description

AHORN. Elegant. Offering 2 restaurants, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi, this historic hotel lies in a park in the Ahorn district of Coburg. Coburg city centre is only 8 km away. Romantik Hotel Schloss Hohensteinoffers individually furnished rooms and apartments. Romantik Hotel Schloss Hohensteinis a good base for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. They all include elegant décor and cable TV. The historic cathedral city of Bamberg is only 50 km away. The restaurant serves finest products from the region with an Austrian twist. Show full description

HOPFERAU. Comfortable beds. Located just 13 km away from famous Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle, Schloss zu Hopferau offers spacious and elegant rooms in a beautiful, historic castle built in 1468. The non-smoking rooms of this castle hotel were renovated in 2012 and feature modern décor. A rich breakfast buffet is prepared in the Schlossrestaurant. The Schloss zu Hopferau is a great base for visiting the surrounding area with its many bathing lakes and castles. They all have a Loewe led flat-screen TV, free WiFi, a telephone and a bathroom with hairdryer and bath or shower. The romantic city Füssen is 8 km away and the Austrian border is just 8 km from the hotel. Show full description

WEEZE. Luxurious. Great value. The castle ruins from the 14th century offer a unique setting for our family-run hotel. It is located directly on the Niers and only 6 km from Weeze/Niederrhein Airport. The 24 rooms and suites are spread over the various buildings of the property: the castle tower, the former pension and the Hertefelder Hof. You can even live in a small apartment in the castle park. From the standard room in the courtyard building to the stately suite in the castle tower, all rooms are imaginatively furnished and have extra-long beds, a flat-screen TV, and coffee and tea-making facilities. A varied breakfast is served every day in the cross vault. When the weather is nice, you can also enjoy breakfast in the castle garden under the trees. The hotel offers rental bicycles for exploring the Lower Rhine countryside. Free on-site parking is available and the A57 motorway is just 5 minutes away. Show full description

WURZEN. Great location. Set a few steps from Wurzen castle in Wurzen, Schloss Hotel Wurzen features a restaurant, bar and free Wi-Fi. Each room is fitted with a TV. Activities for the castle and the surrounding areas can be arranged at check-in, including wellness activities and day trips. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. The property also features late Gothic architecture and some original features from 1491. Leipzig/Halle Airport is 36 km from the property. Show full description

GERNSBACH. Luxurious. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Rising above its own vineyard, this 4-star castle hotel is situated just outside the idyllic village of Gernsbach, amid the picturesque landscapes of the Murgtal valley. Here at Schloss Eberstein, wine lovers and history fans can experience memorable holidays full of royal flair and gastronomic class. Surrounded by the vineyards of the Murgtal valley, the bright, generously equipped rooms promise total relaxation. Explore the hiking trails at your doorstep, or unwind in the library and peaceful garden. The hotel regularly organises cooking courses which attract food lovers from far and wide. Dine in the historic ambience of the restaurant and banqueting hall. Show full description