A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Frankfurt/Main, Germany. We have also included hotels in historic properties, family-run hotels, country estates, wineries, french "relais" (mansions), monasteries and resorts. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Unique. Great 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
A fairytale castle in beautiful surroundings with very comfortable rooms, high-quality beds, and stunning views. The fireplace in the lobby is a fantastic addition, making it an excellent place for evening drinks.
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
This is likely one of Frankfurt's most well-designed and romantic hotels, with cozy lounges and an excellent on-site restaurant. The good-sized rooms have incredibly comfy beds and luxurious bathrooms with good-quality toiletries.
Historic property. Cosy rooms. Set in a 400 year old building, this historic hotel offers spacious rooms and suites as well as free parking. It lies in the picturesque town centre of Idstein, a 5-minute walk from the castle. The Hotel Restaurant Höerhof dates from 1620. Rooms and suites include cable TV and free Wi-Fi. The Henrich HÖER`s Speisezimmer restaurant features stained glass windows and an open fireplace. Between Monday and Saturday, it serves freshly prepared specialities for lunch and dinner. On Sundays it is open for lunch. Meals and drinks can be enjoyed outside on the Lindenhof terrace or the beer garden during the summer. The Rhein-Taunus Nature Park that surrounds Idstein is ideal for cycling and hiking. Frankfurt am Main is 50 km away.Show full description
HÖERHOF is a unique and historic accommodation. It is a charming half-timbered house from the 1600s, providing spacious rooms and suites. The hotel is situated in the picturesque town center of Idstein, with a nearby castle.
Comfortable beds. This magnificent family-run hotel is a 19th-century castle set in quiet green countryside in the Taunus Nature Park. It lies between Kelkheim and Königstein, a 30-minute drive from Frankfurt and Wiesbaden. The Romantik Hotel Schloss Rettershof was built in 1884 on the site of a 12th-century monastery. Private parking is free for guests at the Romantik Hotel Schloss Rettershof. The classic rooms feature modern furniture, a flat-screen TV and en-suite bathroom, and some also have a private balcony. A breakfast buffet is available each morning, or delivered to your room. Seasonal specialities are served in the elegant Retter’s restaurant with its rich wooden panelling. Guests are welcome to relax in the chimney lounge or on the spacious terrace. On-site leisure facilities include a sauna, bowling alley and tennis court. A shuttle service can be arranged from and to Frankfurt Airport, 27 km away.Show full description
Historic. This historic 4-star hotel offers gourmet cuisine and exclusive accommodation in the green and tranquil Kranichstein district of Darmstadt. Rooms are spacious and stylishly furnished. Jagdschloss Kranichstein is a former hunting lodge. Jagdschloss Kranichstein offers free on-site parking and is a good base for exploring the Rhine-Main region. It is set in its own extensive grounds with a large garden and woods. Lunch and a selection of cakes are available at the restaurant. The Kranichstein is 10 minutes (by car) from Darmstadt city centre, 20 minutes from Frankfurt Airport and 30 minutes from Frankfurt city centre.Show full description
Jagdschloss Kranichstein is a luxurious hotel situated in a historic 16th-century hunting lodge. It has a peaceful park surrounding it, providing a unique and charming setting. The hotel has a gourmet restaurant, a cozy bar, and spacious comfortable rooms.
Charming. Great restaurant. In the middle of the State of Hessen, near the cities of Giessen, Marburg, and Wetzlar, the Castle of Staufenberg has towered on its hill over the little town of Staufenberg since the 13th century. With its imposing appearance, visible far and wide across the lovely Lahn valley, it is still the preferred accommodation for all those who appreciate an elegant atmosphere in a historic setting. . Show full description
I rate this as the most CHARMING small hotel in Frankfurt/Main.
Historic. Great value. Boasting a fairytale location at the foot of Braunfels Castle, this welcoming hotel is surrounded by the scenery of the Hoch-Taunus nature park while providing easy access to Frankfurt. The peaceful Schloss-Hotel Braunfels offers cosy rooms with warm colours and antique wall lights. The historic castle can be reached on foot in 3 minutes, while the attractive spa gardens are a few steps away. Free, shady parking spaces are available right in front of the Schloss-Hotel Braunfels. Frankfurt can be reached in under an hour.Show full description
The 5-star hotel Falkenstein Grand, Autograph Collection offers luxurious accommodation with a spectacular view of the breathtaking Frankfurt Skyline. It is 20 km to Frankfurt city centre. Set in an exclusive location in the woodlands of a historic nature park, the hotel offers excellent service and gourmet cuisine. There is a range of regional specialities and guests are welcome to relax with a drink in Raffael’s Bar. Look forward to the Falkenstein Grand, Autograph Collection’s tastefully furnished rooms, historic flair, and idyllic setting. Free wireless internet access and spacious work areas promise a carefree stay. Here at the Falkenstein Grand, Autograph Collection, there is 1,200 m² of top-class spa facilities, gym and cosmetic treatments for visitors to the Rhein-Main region.Show full description
Beach front location. Unique. Great views. This beautiful 4-star Superior hotel opposite the Loreley Rock in the UNESCO Middle Rhine Valley is set at the foot of Rheinfels Castle. It offers 2 restaurants, a swimming pool and spa facilities. Hotel Schloss Rheinfels in St. Take a stroll afterwards in the hotel garden while admiring the view of the River Rhine with its world-famous castles. Goar offers comfort, deluxe and superior rooms with all modern amenities, including free internet access, Sky TV and a Bose Wave hi-fi system. Take a swim in the hotel pool, and then relax in the saunas or steam bath. The hotel offers the rustic Der Landgraf pub with panorama terrace and the Schloss-Restaurant serving international and regional dishes. The Hotel Schloss Rheinfels provides perfectly romantic surroundings. Take a boat trip on the Rhine, or go and explore the beautiful countryside of the nearby Hunsrück region. The Dogs are not allowed in the Restaurant.Show full description
This unique 4-star Superior hotel is located in St. Goar, Germany. It is situated at the foot of Rheinfels Castle, offering stunning views of the river and the castle itself.
Lovely interior design. This hotel in Eltville am Rhein is on a historic wine estate, located directly on the River Rhine. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as spacious rooms featuring a classic design. All rooms at the Gutshotel Baron Knyphausen include a TV and private bathroom. The rooms offer a view of the vineyard and park. Wine tasting is available at the Baron Knyphausen, and wines are also sold in the vinothek. The Hotel Baron Knyphausen is a 15-minute drive from Mainz and Wiesbaden. Frankfurt International Airport and the Frankfurter Messe Trade Fair are 35 minutes away. The nearby Rhein-Taunus Nature Park is ideal for walking and cycling.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most peaceful small hotels in Frankfurt/Main.
Luxurious. Outstanding SPA facilities. This 5-star superior hotel in Neu-Isenburg is a 15-minute drive from Frankfurt. The Kempinski Hotel Frankfurt Gravenbruch has its own grounds which include a large park and lake. Located in a 16th-century building, the hotel provides air-conditioned rooms and suites with solid wood furniture. All rooms include slippers and bathrobes, and WiFi access is available. The EssTisch restaurant offers fine cuisine and park views. At the Levante restaurant, guests can enjoy Levantine cuisine seasonally during summer months and smoker’s can unwind in the Smokers 100 lounge. At the Country Club & Spa, guests can use the heated indoor pool, heated outdoor pool and fitness centre. Drinks can also be enjoyed at the Lake Side Lounge. Children can enjoy the children's playground and Kids Club. Jogging paths begin opposite the Kempinski Hotel Frankfurt Gravenbruch. The Offenbacher Kreuz junction for the A3 and A661 motorways is just 10 minutes away.Show full description
Stylish. Cosy rooms. This hotel and winery in the centre of Langenlonsheim offers spacious rooms and apartments with flat-screen TVs and views of the surrounding vineyards. The A61 motorway is 10 minutes away. HEINRICHs winery bed & breakfast has rooms with wooden floors and soft colours. Each room has a kettle and a selection of teas. The spacious bathrooms feature large shower cubicles and hairdryers. Breakfast is provided each morning at HEINRICHs bed & breakfast. Apartment guests can prepare their own meals in their fully equipped kitchens. Guests can try wines from HEINRICHs’ own vineyard, and can take a seat in the attractive rose garden. HEINRICHs is a good base for walking and cycling through Langenlonsheim’s countryside and vineyards. Bingen am Rhein, the River Rhine and the spa town of Bad-Kreuznach are all within a 12-minute drive.Show full description
Quietly located in the heart of Wetterau, this family-run hotel is just a 30-minute drive from Frankfurt. It offers free WiFi and is in the same building as a regional restaurant with peaceful beer garden. Just 200 metres away lie the 12th-century Münzenberg Castle ruins. Bright, spacious rooms with satellite TV and work desk are found at the Burghotel Münzenburg GmbH. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the modern private bathrooms. Breakfast is served at the hotel each morning. The Gud Stubb restaurant in the same building serves breakfast and regional Hesse dishes. Guests can enjoy drinks in the beer garden or on the lawn. The peaceful Wetterau countryside is ideal for hiking and cycling, and Hofgut Kolnhausen Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away. Parking is free at the Münzenberg, and the A5/A45 motorway, just 2 km away, provides a connection to Gießen in 30 minutes and Frankfurt am Main in 35 minutes.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Offering free Wi-Fi, this family run hotel located next to Pompejanum Park in Aschaffenburg. Aschaffenburg Main Station is a 5-minute walk away. The 3-star Zum Goldenen Ochsen Hotel am Schlossgarten offers modern rooms decorated in warm colours, with an en suite bathroom. The historic Johannisburg Castle and the Castle Museum are just 300 metres from Hotel Zum Goldenen Ochsen. As a guest of the Hotel & Gasthaus Zum Goldenen Ochsen, you can use your car Park in the Luidpold car park for a fee of EUR 10 per day. The parking garage is located 250m from the hotel. The A3 motorway can be reached in 7 minutes by car, and Frankfurt am Main is just a 45-minute drive away.Show full description
Zum Goldenen Ochsen am Schlossgarten is a charming family-run hotel in Aschaffenburg, Germany. It has a rich history and bright rooms with traditional decor. Located next to Pompejanum Park, guests can enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Beach front location. Charming. Great location. High above Rüdesheim you will find the historical hunting castle Niederwald, which is located in the middle of a natural reserve park. This aristocratic domain offers the ideal frame for recreational purposes. Let us spoil you! . Show full description
This hotel has a great location in Rüdesheim am Rhein and great tennis facilities.
Cosy. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. This family-run hotel in Rüdesheim offers free Wi-Fi and a traditional restaurant. It is located within an 18th-century building, a 5-minute walk from the train station. The large rooms at the 4-star Breuer's Rüdesheimer Schloss are designed in individual style, using modern furniture. Breuer's Rüdesheimer Schloss's restaurant features a conservatory, garden, and often has live music. They include cable TV and free Wi-Fi, while some rooms also have a private balcony. It specialises in food from the Hesse region, and a variety of wines from the hotel's own winery can be tasted and purchased. Please note that the wine tavern is closed on Thursdays. The hotel is surrounded by the pretty streets of the Old Town. It is a good base for boat trips along the Rhine and hikes through the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park.Show full description
Lovely surroundings. Just 1.5 km from the River Rhine, this guest house is set on a vineyard overlooking the wine-growing town of Rüdesheim. Gasthof Krancher offers a traditional restaurant, wine cellar and a terrace. Family-run for 5 generations, Gasthof Krancher features classically furnished rooms. All rooms include a TV and private bathroom, and some also have views of St. Hildegard Abbey and the vineyards. Guests can enjoy a selection of regional Rhineland specialities, including vegetarian dishes. Local Riesling and Pinot Noir wines from Krancher's own vineyard can also be purchased at the on-site Vinarium wine shop. Rental bikes are available at Gasthof Krancher. It is an ideal base for visiting Rüdesheim’s Medieval Old Towne or exploring the UNESCO Middle Rhine Valley on a hiking or cycling tour. On-site parking is free at Gasthof Krancher. It is 50 minutes from central Frankfurt and a 1-hour drive from Koblenz.Show full description
Beach front location. Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. Set in buildings within the grounds of Montabaur Castle, this hotel offers a spa area with indoor pool, a buffet restaurant and terrace. It offers great road and rail connections to Cologne and Frankfurt. Enjoying scenic views of the Westerwald Mountains, Schloss Montabaur has stylish rooms with a flat-screen TV, large desk, and free internet connection. The Schloss Montabaur’s Business SPA area features different saunas, massage showers, and a fitness room. Regional, healthy food is available at the Schloss Montabaur’s buffet restaurant with terrace. Guests at Schloss Montabaur enjoy on-site parking and easy connections to Frankfurt and Cologne via the A3 motorway. Montabaur Train Station is less than 2 km away. The Old Town district of Montabaur is just a 5-minute walk from Schloss Montabaur. There are nearby tennis facilities and scenic walking trails, and the hotel offers mountain bikes for exploring the Westerwald Forest.Show full description
I think this is one of the most LUXURIOUS hotels in Frankfurt/Main. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Frankfurt/Main.
Elegant. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Set on the grounds of Burg Schwarzenstein and surrounded by vineyards and a country garden, this chic hotel is quietly located in Geisenheim. It offers an award-winning gourmet restaurant and scenic views of the Rheintal valley. Relais & Châteaux Hotel Burg Schwarzenstein features elegantly decorated rooms with high-quality furnishings. There are 3 restaurants at Relais & Châteaux Hotel Burg Schwarzenstein. Highlights include a minibar and a modern bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy fine gourmet dishes while taking in views of the River Rhine.Show full description
Close to beach front. Very cosy. Comfortable beds. This hotel is surrounded by nature. It offers spacious, elegant rooms with a view of the vineyards in Rheinhessen. Stadecken-Elsheim is nearby and the hotel is ideally for excursions to Mainz, Wiesbaden, the wine town of Ingelheim and the middle Rhine Valley. The hotel can arrange wine tasting nearby for guests. In Stadecken you can find small Cafés, an Italian restaurant, a Highlander pub and several Wineries, where you can enjoy food and drink. The well illuminated parking spots in front of the hotel are available to you free of charge.Show full description
This is likely one of the most COSY small hotels in Frankfurt/Main. It also has a great beach front location, super comfortable beds and lovely pool facilities!
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