Historic Hotels in Germany
Cecilienhof. Potsdam, near Berlin.
It was at Schlosshotel Cecilienhof in 1945 that the future of 20th century Germany was discussed by the leaders of Britain, the United States and Russia.
It was at Schlosshotel Cecilienhof in 1945 that the future of 20th century Germany was discussed by the leaders of Britain, the United States and Russia.
Schlosshotel Kronberg. Near Frankfurt.
Dating only from the late 19th century, Schlosshotel Kronberg’s historic claim-to-fame is that it was where Queen Victoria’s eldest daughter passed away in 1901.
Dating only from the late 19th century, Schlosshotel Kronberg’s historic claim-to-fame is that it was where Queen Victoria’s eldest daughter passed away in 1901.
Hotel Torbrau. Munich, Bavaria.
The heritage of this Munich landmark dates back as far as 1490. And anywhere with a history as long as that is sure to have a few stories to tell.
The heritage of this Munich landmark dates back as far as 1490. And anywhere with a history as long as that is sure to have a few stories to tell.
Hotel Gotisches Haus. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria.
From humble Franciscan monks to European royalty - what a truly extraordinary old place this is. Discover more about Rothenburg’s Hotel Gotisches Haus.
From humble Franciscan monks to European royalty - what a truly extraordinary old place this is. Discover more about Rothenburg’s Hotel Gotisches Haus.
Hotel Eisenhut. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria.
By no means the most ancient hotel in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber, the Eisenhut has enjoyed a glorious century and welcomed a number of internationally famous figures in that time.
By no means the most ancient hotel in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber, the Eisenhut has enjoyed a glorious century and welcomed a number of internationally famous figures in that time.
Reichs Kuchenmeister. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria.
A place of royal patronage in centuries gone by, this attractive building is one of the oldest places offering accommodation in Bavaria.
A place of royal patronage in centuries gone by, this attractive building is one of the oldest places offering accommodation in Bavaria.
Steigenberger Hotel Drei Mohren. Augsberg, Bavaria.
Musical luminaries such as Mozart and Wagner are just two of the great names said to have been patrons of Augsburg’s iconic Hotel Drei Mohren.
Musical luminaries such as Mozart and Wagner are just two of the great names said to have been patrons of Augsburg’s iconic Hotel Drei Mohren.
Goldener Anker. Bayreuth, Bavaria.
Step through the doors of this old Bavarian inn and you’ll be following in the footsteps of Twain, Tchaikovsky and Toscanini amongst others.
Step through the doors of this old Bavarian inn and you’ll be following in the footsteps of Twain, Tchaikovsky and Toscanini amongst others.
Burg Veldenstein. Neuhaus an der Pegnitz, Bavaria.
Such is the age of this remarkable German castle that we could never adequately cover its history here. We can say, however, that it possesses a connection to an infamous Nazi figure of World War II.
Such is the age of this remarkable German castle that we could never adequately cover its history here. We can say, however, that it possesses a connection to an infamous Nazi figure of World War II.
Kaiser Hotel Sonne. Nordlingen, Bavaria.
Goethe is but one of the great names from history to have rested beneath the roof of this ancient Nordlingen building. Find out more about Kaiser Hotel Sonne.
Goethe is but one of the great names from history to have rested beneath the roof of this ancient Nordlingen building. Find out more about Kaiser Hotel Sonne.
Hotel Elephant. Weimar, Thuringia.
Some would argue that this is Germany’s most historic hotel; and judging by the metaphorical guest book, Hotel Elephant is certainly a contender for the title.
Some would argue that this is Germany’s most historic hotel; and judging by the metaphorical guest book, Hotel Elephant is certainly a contender for the title.
Schwarzwalder Hof. Freiberg, Baden Wurttemburg.
Much of the contemporary styling to the interior of this otherwise historic building might not necessarily appeal to those seeking to “avoid the new”. It is, however, the former home of a noted German poet and philosopher.
Much of the contemporary styling to the interior of this otherwise historic building might not necessarily appeal to those seeking to “avoid the new”. It is, however, the former home of a noted German poet and philosopher.
Zum Roten Baren. Freiburg, Baden Wurttemburg.
It isn’t any specific connection to icons from the past that marks out “The Red Bear” for inclusion here, but rather the sheer antiquity of the place.
It isn’t any specific connection to icons from the past that marks out “The Red Bear” for inclusion here, but rather the sheer antiquity of the place.
Gasthaus Goldener Hecht. Heidelberg, Baden Wurttemburg.
There’s a distinct literary flavour to the names of famous past guests to this early 18th century inn. Discover their identity at our page devoted to the Goldener Hecht of Heidelberg.
There’s a distinct literary flavour to the names of famous past guests to this early 18th century inn. Discover their identity at our page devoted to the Goldener Hecht of Heidelberg.
Die Hirschgasse. Heidelberg, Baden Wurttemburg.
A celebrated American author is amongst those to have rested at this old Heidelberg establishment over the centuries. Moreover, Otto Von Bismarck even fought duels at Die Hirschgasse.
A celebrated American author is amongst those to have rested at this old Heidelberg establishment over the centuries. Moreover, Otto Von Bismarck even fought duels at Die Hirschgasse.
Brenner's Park. Baden Baden, Baden Wurttemburg.
This grand five-star hotel has always been a perennial favourite with the rich and famous since 1834. See our specific page for Brenner’s Park Hotel.
This grand five-star hotel has always been a perennial favourite with the rich and famous since 1834. See our specific page for Brenner’s Park Hotel.
How you can help: if you are aware of a historic hotel in Germany that you believe ought to be included on the site, please contact us via email (info@nightsinthepast.com) in the first instance. Please note that these should have connections to famous people and events from the past.