Castle Hotels in Germany : The Best Castle Hotels to Stay in

There are so many brilliant castle hotels in Germany. Here's something that many may not know: there are a few that you can actually stay in! That's right. Live like royalty for a night or two, or more.

Rent a room, or even rent the whole property in some. Many are used as beautiful and picturesque venues for weddings and large parties. Wow! It's one thing to tour a castle, which is an amazing experience in itself, but staying in one is a once-in-a-lifetime moment.

Take it from someone who got the crazy opportunity to stay in one. Walking around the old cobblestone walls and seeing authentic parts of the castle that were hundreds of years old, including the dungeon, was so surreal.

My family and I got to stay in an 11th-century castle in Wales for my uncle and co-writer, Eran, and his wife's (my lovely aunt's) wedding. It was an experience that has been engraved in my mind ever since. Not to mention I had on a fancy dress for the wedding, so it felt even more the part!

I could go on and on about it, but then we'd be here all day. To sum it all up, it's the unique experience of a lifetime, so let's find the best castle hotels in Germany for you.

There's something for every traveler. Are you looking for a relaxing spa day in a castle? The perfect wedding venue?  An adventurous renaissance stay? Good news. Germany has a castle for that. 

Let's dive into some cobblestone royalty.

Mespelbrunn Castle

Distance from airport: 54 minutes by car from Frankfurt Airport Center, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Pricing: Per night for 1 person starts at - €88/Night

Per night for 2 persons starts at - €126,50/Night

About an hour's drive from Frankfurt, in the Elsava Valley, is the Rapunzel castle, Mespelbrunn. This castle features a lovely fairy-tale tower that is actually a guest room. One can also relax in the castle's mill house and wake up with a stunning view of the tower and pond.

Weddings can also be held in the castle chapel, "Maria Schnee," and hold up to 70 people. After the I do's, enjoy a pop of champagne and cake in the castle's cafe and take romantic pictures through the terrace and lush forested grounds.

The castle has loads of photo opportunities. The grounds are very well kept, with stunning terraces of ivy and flowers, making the backdrop for beautiful wedding photos. Suppose you're planning an outdoorsy romantic princess wedding. This is the place for you. Or, if you want a glimpse into the history and a cozy night's rest, come as a guest and learn about the tower's history.

Did you know that this very tower inspired the story of Rapunzel?

Have a fairy tale wedding in the place where your favorite childhood princess story was erected. I'm sure the owners wouldn't be upset if you wanted to throw your hair out the window and live the full real-life Rapunzel fantasy.

Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg

Distance from airport: 1hr 51 minutes by car/ 2hr 18 minutes by bus from Frankfurt Airport Center, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest suite, the Grand Lit Room starts at - €153,75 /Night, depending on the day. The Grand Lit is just as stunning as all the other options, and offers a lovely view of the grand courtyard. 

But if you're feeling really fancy, and I do mean REALLY fancy, (I mean, your own private jacuzis type of fancy.) The most expensive option, the Presidential Suite starts at - €1.751,25/Night. 

Bensberg Castle, located near Cologne is one of the most luxurious castle hotels in Germany. It's the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of life. Take time to kick back and be treated like royalty for a change. Start with room service?

Enjoy the lavish suites with modern amenities and an elegant meal made by Michelin-star chefs in one of the striking dining rooms. Have a nice glass of wine in the Salvador Dali- themed bar. If you're a lover of the arts, this is the place for you to have a drink and a tasty chef treat while taking in some of his famous surrealistic paintings. This place offers so much to spoil its visitors, from the extravagant guest rooms to the beautiful modern indoor pool.

After a day of taking in the art, the high-end interior, and the beauty of the old castle grounds, take it to the next level of relaxation and see the hotel spa. The Four Elements Spa has something for everyone. 

Bensberg Castle offers wedding packages as well. They offer stunning rooms as venues with hand-painted murals and Baroque-designed statues scattered about. These venues scream elegance! If you're feeling overwhelmed about the whole thing, the planning, and decorating, have no fear. With the Althoff Grandhotel's help, you can work together to create the wedding of your dreams.

Gentlemen, if you need a little extra help before all this, the hotel will even help you pop the question by helping turn your ideas into the sweetest proposal. 

What can't Bensberg do?

Schlosshotel Kronberg

Distance from airport: 22 mimutes by car/ 1hr 8 minutes by bus from Frankfurt Airport Center, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Heritage Rooms start at - €225/Night and offer spacious rooms with gorgeous antiquities.

The most expensive options, the Castle Balcony Suites start at- €1.165,50/Night and give a full view of the entire castle grounds and golf course from the balcony connected.

To go even fancier, check out the elaborate Castle Royal Suites starting at -  €1,768.50/ Night. Wowza!

The Kronberg was built between 1889 and 1893 and is among the highest-ranked historic castle hotels in Germany. It doubles as a golf resort, and if there's one thing to know about golf hotels/resorts, it's that they are very accommodating, and this hotel is a five-star!

The hotel staff are open to engaging with you in a guided tour and telling you all about the castle's rich history. Did you know that Queen Victoria's daughter lived here? The castle itself was built for her. Wow. Learn all about that and more as you tour the halls of the great Kronberg and its remarkable architecture.

The elegant and classy dining made by talented chefs makes you feel right at home, serving comforting meals with a fancy twist. Eat in the fine dining room with a lifted culinary masterpiece and luxury atmosphere, or the main dining room and bars that pamper you like the honored guest that you are! Challenge your pals to a classic round on the 18-hole golf course, then take in a relaxing massage in the castle spa before crashing for the night in your classy guest room.

Schloss Eberstein

Distance from airport: 24 minutes by car / 1 hour 10 minutes by bus from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Standard Rooms start at - €165.00/Night. An elegant room with modern touches and a comfort unlike any other.

The most expensive options, the Suites start at- €259.00/Night featuring an elegant claw foot bathtub, walk in closet and sofa.

This is one of the only castle hotels in Germany that is situated above its very own vineyard. Eberstein is located in the Black Forest and close to the romantic River Rhine. The surrounding hiking trails are the perfect place to take in the lush forestry around you.

The Michelin-star restaurants attached to the castle, one called the Castle Tavern, serve wine made from its vineyards, and from the castle tavern dining room, one can dine with a spectacular view of them. One can almost taste the delectable lamb and lobster specials through the screen. The guest rooms and suites aren't over the top, but tasteful and cozy—the perfect vibe to match the surrounding relaxing scenery.

Wedding venues around the castle are available to rent for the big day, and the castle hotel staff will help with it all!

Burg Colmberg Hotel

Distance from airport: 44 minutes by car, from Crailsheim Airport

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Double Room start at - €145.00 /Night and offer very spacious guest space with a stunning view of the guard tower

The most expensive options, the Guard Tower start at- €475.00/Night offering a stay in the luxurious and historic guard tower, a 2 story suite!

The 13th-century medieval castle in Bavaria was converted into a hotel in 1964 after serving as a hunting lodge for hundreds of years.

Colmberg isn't just in any old part of Bavaria; it's situated right in the midst of Germany's famous romantic road by the Franconian forest. A route specifically that takes tourists through the heart of Bavaria and Baden Wuerttemberg. Along this route, one can see the most famous castles in the area worth visiting, like Neuschwanstein, popular wineries, breweries, famous landscapes, museums, and more.

The hotel guests can indulge in stunning rural views with their complimentary buffet breakfast and cozy guest rooms and suites, whichever suits your fancy. The food served in the castle restaurant circles around the game season. The venison served here is right from the Franconian forest. That's how you know it's going to be good! You may spot your very own venison while hiking one of the many surrounding hiking trails.

Staff are always around if you need assistance or have questions about the castle's history or your stay. Need a babysitter? They've got those too! Colmberg Castle offers excellent service along with one of the best restaurants on this castle hotels in Germany post, and they offer babysitting. Is this getaway the perfect place for you?

Hotel Schloss Montabaur

Distance from airport: 1 hr 16 minutes by car/ 2 hrs 46 minutes by bus from Cologne Bonn Airport, Köln, Germany

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Economy Rooms start at - €179.00/Night

The most expensive options, the The Comfort Rooms start at- €214.00/Night 

Located in Montabaur with an enchanting view of the Westerwald mountains, this fairy-tale castle has been turned into one of the dreamier castle hotels in Germany. The location can be easily reached by public transportation with railway connections from Frankfurt and the cultural city of Cologne. The hotel is located on the same grounds as the castle. So one can wake up every day with an unbelievable view of this original castle. That color is a real attraction.

The Montabaur features charming modern rooms at affordable prices and a clean and welcoming environment for a night of relaxing after a busy touring day. The buffet dinner has an extra cost but is well worth it. The massive buffet offers a wide variety and has something for everyone.

Suppose you're on a business getaway and need a quiet space to get in a work crunch or have a business meeting to put together. In that case, Montabaur has conference spaces and laptop rental available, so you don't have to travel with the hassle of carrying your own. What's better than getting work done while being surrounded by history? With the speedy free wifi and quiet working spaces, you'll be done in no time, leaving more time to take in the scenery around you and even have a pool or spa night in the luxurious steam rooms.

The snazzy color makes for a pretty great photo op too! 

Schloss Waldeck

Distance from airport: 2 hr 34 min by car from Club Airport in Würzburg

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Single room with land view start at - €133,50/Night and the highest priced room, The Premium Double Room with lake view at a reasonable - €283,00/Night

Built in the 11th century, Waldeck is one of the top castle hotels in Germany. Its location in Hesse, with a view overlooking the Edersee Lake, is second to none. Used as a former residence for the Waldeck Counts, then military barracks, the fortified castle was converted into a hotel in the early 19th century. If you want some creepy history, check out the hotel museum, open from 10.00 a.m. to 18.00 p.m. 

The Edersee is a massive reservoir held by a 48 m-high (157 ft) dam. This dam is one of the largest in Germany and helps send the right amount of water down local waterways and keeps the townsfolk of the Edersee reservoir dry!

Waldeck overlooks this incredible sight with its medieval architecture and breathtaking views from the hotel rooms and restaurants. Take a day trip and a guided tour of the dam's history, and shop around the small town before catching a shuttle and retiring to the towering castle above for the night. The rooms are spacious and clean, with unexplainable window views, beautifully exposed beams, and authentic castle stone. Wedding venues on site can be arranged as well.

Kick back in the wellness spa and saunas and feel your worries wash away. Then wander down to try some of the homemade baked goods in the Restaurant Altane with a terrace view of the Edersee. Or check out the Alte Turmuhr, where you'll get a plate full of exotic and regional tastiness in the cozy atmosphere. Sip on a margarita from the castle bar and take a seat in the Kaminzimmer, fireplace room to ease your mind and finish your busy, chaotic day.

Schlosshotel Klink

Distance from airport: 54 minutes by car from Neubrandenburg Airport

Pricing: Prices vary depending on the date and suite one would like to stay in.

The cheapest rooms, The Double Room Schloss start at - €120.00 /Night

The most expensive options, the Junior Orangery Suite with park view start at- €224.00/Night 

The late 18th-century Klink Castle is one of the more unique castle hotels in Germany. Its eye-catching neo-Renaissance design and architecture and perfect location beside Lake Müritz are all reasons why all eyes are on the Klink for a lovely historic getaway.

Guests can rent a bike to explore the many surrounding lake biking and hiking paths. If you feel like relaxing on the water, you can rent a boat for the afternoon.

The Müritz Spa includes a sunbathing lawn with a display of the lake. If you're staying at the hotel in the winter and wishing so bad that you could swim in the lake, well ... there isn't a lake inside, but there is a spacious pool with panoramic views. (Guaranteed to be warmer than the lake.)

The elegant restaurant Garden of Eden serves a number of dining options as well as a wine menu, and the rooms are just as elegant as the food. Spotless rooms with sunset colors and exposed beams await you!

Castle Hotels in Germany (brief) Roundup

Now's your chance! Book a night of royalty and be treated like it too. There's great food, great nights of sleep, and great castle hotels in Germany awaiting you to come and visit.

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