We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Bad Harzburg, Germany. We have also included hotels in historic properties, palaces, resorts, family-run hotels, mansions, country estates, medieval castles and historic villas. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. Set in 2 historic buildings in Goslar’s Old Town, this charming 4-star hotel offers a garden, a library and an inviting breakfast room. It is a short walk from the marketplace and the Goslar Imperial Palace. Free WiFi access, free mineral water and cable TV are provided in all rooms at the Hotel Alte Münze. Some rooms feature antique furniture, stone walls and extra-long beds. A large breakfast buffet is available in the new building, which dates back to 2018. Guests can relax in the cosy lounge with library, or can take a seat in the pretty courtyard garden. Many restaurants are within a short walk. Mönchehaus Museum is just a 3-minute walk away, and Goslar Train Station can be reached on foot within 10 minutes. There is additional parking available at a location near the hotel. Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling in the surrounding Harz Mountains. The Granestausee (Grane Dam) is 3 km away.Show full description
This might be one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC hotels in Bad Harzburg.
Historic. Great views. This 3-star superior hotel offers a private park and is situated in the Harz Mountains, a 5-minute walk from Derenburg Market Square. The non-smoking Schlossvilla Derenburg has spacious rooms with elegant wooden décor, satellite TV, and desk. All include a private bathroom with hairdryer. The sauna area includes a relaxation room and fresh air lounge. Sauna towels, reading material, relaxing music and refreshments are all available. (Guests should bring their own bathrobes). The sauna can be used for a fee. Rich buffet breakfasts, as well as international dishes and specialities from the Harz Mountains are freshly served at the property. The bar serves varied wines and beers. Free parking is available on site. The historic town of Wernigerode is only 11 km away. Drivers are 1 hour from the trade fair city of Hanover.Show full description
This might be one of the most PEACEFUL small hotels in Bad Harzburg. It also has outstanding views.
Historic. Comfortable beds. This newly opened 3-star hotel lies in the pedestrian zone in the heart of Wernigerode's Old Town, surrounded by romantic laneways and near the train station. Hotel Alte Brennerei is within walking distance of the market square with its world-famous town hall and the historic castle of Wernigerode. Housed in a magnificent building dating back to 1641, Hotel Alte Brennerei offers comfortably and contemporary-style rooms. Restaurant Alte Brennerei serves a large selection of Schnitzel specialtiies and other regional delicacies in a cosy atmosphere. The idyllic beer garden is a great place to relax in summer.Show full description
Luxurious. Superb breakfast. Set in tranquil nature and featuring a historical ambience, this grand castle hotel offers spacious rooms with Italian period furniture. It is located in the Stecklenberg district of Thale, and is surrounded by the hills of the Harz region. All rooms and suites at the Schlosshotel Stecklenberg feature satellite TV, internet access and minibars. Schlosshotel Stecklenberg is a 5-minute drive from Thale and a 10-minute drive from Quedlinburg. All rooms are non-smoking, and some include a balcony. Breakfast is served in the charming breakfast room, or outside on the terrace to the sound of twittering birds. This hotel has a spa area with a sauna and please note that sauna must be reserved . The large palace grounds are ideal for relaxing in. This location is perfect for hiking in the Harz mountains or for visiting all famous places of interest such as the Bodetal (Bode valley), the World Heritage city of Quedlinburg, the Teufelsmauer (devil's wall) rock formation or the ruins of the Medieval castles of Stecklenburg and Lauenburg.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED small hotel in Bad Harzburg. It also has a highly rated breakfast, lovely pool facilities and a great SPA!
Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set in a peaceful location in historic and picturesque Quedlinburg, this romantic castle hotel offers elegant 4-star accommodation. The historic market square is a just a 1-minute walk away. The Schlosshotel zum Markgrafen provides elegant rooms in various sizes that are individually designed. Set in a wide area of idyllic parkland, the impressive towers of the Schlosshotel offer the highest views of Quedlinburg. Guests can look forward to a night in a unique setting complete with classic furniture and a TV. Each en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries, while some have a whirlpool. All rooms comes with free wired internet. A buffet breakfast is provided in the mornings, and drinks can be enjoyed at the bar in the evenings. Guests are welcome to try vintage wines in the hotel’s wine cellar or relax in the wellness area with its sauna, fitness room and solarium.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ROMANTIC small hotels in Bad Harzburg. It also has very cosy rooms.
Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. This 4-star hotel offers stylish rooms, a spa area and on-site parking. It is quietly located near the centre of the historic town of Quedlinburg in the Harz Mountains. Set on the site of a historic mill from 1412, the Best Western Hotel Schlossmühle Quedlinburg offers a blend of historic charm and modern architecture. The Best Western Hotel Schlossmühle Quedlinburg's restaurant features a terrace and serves local and seasonal food. The spacious rooms include satellite TV and free WiFi. The lobby bar offers a variety of wines. The spa area includes a sauna and steam room, both available for a fee. Quedlinburg Castle is just 200 metres away. The hotel terrace offers a view of the castle and the Stiftskirche church. Guests can also relax in the abbey garden or the Brühlpark directly opposite.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Tennis court. Located 2.5 km from central Wernigerode, this countryside, family-owned hotel features billiards, tennis and squash facilities, as well as a sunny terrace for relaxing. It is ideally located for cycling and hiking. Sporthotel Wernigerode offers homelike rooms equipped with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, telephone and private bathroom. Each room offers views of the hotel’s large garden. There is a riding stables 100m away, where guests can book riding excursions. The hotel offers its own sauna, where guests can relax after an active day. The hotel's restaurant offers a small changing evening menu. The hotel also offers on-site barbecue facilities. E-bicycles can also be rented on-site. Wernigerode Train Station can be reached from the hotel in 10 minutes’ drive. Guests can enjoy day trips to the Harz National Park, located 35 km away.Show full description
This family-run hotel is situated in the spa district of Bad Harzburg, beside the thermal baths. Guests at the Solehotel Winterberg enjoy free daily admission to the thermal baths. Rooms at Solehotel Winterberg feature a comfortable seating area, satellite TV and a private bathroom. All double rooms include a balcony. The Harzburg thermal baths include natural saltwater indoor and outdoor pools. Various saunas, beauty treatments and massages are also available for an additional charge. Guests can enjoy a selection of regional Harz specialities for lunch or dinner. Homemake cakes are served in the panoramic café with its mountain views. The hotel has a lounge with billiards, darts and table football. Many hiking and mountain biking trails can be found here in the Harz Nature Park. Bad Harzburg Train Station is 2 km away.Show full description
Stylish. Great restaurant. This historic 4-star hotel is set in the large park around Blankenburg Castle, in the Harz mountains. It offers a gourmet restaurant, rooms with free internet, and free parking. All of the rooms at Schlosshotel Blankenburg feature a flat-screen TV, seating area, and modern bathroom. The Blankenburg train station is 1.2 km from Schlosshotel Blankenburg. Varied breakfast buffets are provided at the hotel. Seasonal German and Mediterranean dishes are served in the hotel’s restaurant with indoor and outdoor terrace. The property has been awarded the GreenSign Level 4 sustainability certification. The Old Town of Blankenburg is less than a 10-minute walk away.Show full description
An extensive spa area, a beauty farm and a restaurant serving upmarket cuisine are offered by this 4-star Superior hotel in the best-preserved moated castle in Germany. The family-run Hotel & Spa Wasserschloss Westerburg lies in the Harz region. The individually decorated rooms at Hotel & Spa Wasserschloss Westerburg are equipped with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and classic-style furniture. Rooms are located throughout the circular castle, the castle and the gatehouse, and most rooms have direct access to the free spa area. The Prinzessin Marie Pauline restaurant serves regional and seasonal dishes prepared with herbs and spices from the hotel’s own herb garden, and has an adjoining south-facing terrace. A hearty breakfast buffet is served at Wasserschloss Westerburg to begin the day. The Barock-style castle chapel dating from 1681 can host weddings for up to 60 guests. Events can also be held in the Ritterkeller (knights' cellar), the Vitalbar (health bar) and in the Gräfliche Amtsstube event facilities. Many open-air concerts, opera and theatre performances take place every summer in the spacious Burghof (castle yard) during the Westerburger Kultursommer (culture summer) festivities. Guests are welcome to explore the castle park and the surrounding area. Bicycles can also be rented at the hotel. Towns such as Halberstadt, Wernigerode or the UNESCO World Heritage cities of Goslar and Quedlinburg are a 30-minute drive away. Larger cities such as Braunschweig, Wolfsburg and Hanover are around a 1-hour drive away. Free parking is available at Wasserschloss Westerburg, and a small number of garage parking spaces are available for an additional fee. Westerburg is situated on the Romanesque Road and is among the 80 most significant monuments in Saxony-Anhalt.Show full description
Situated on the edge of Wernigerode’s Old Town and close to the railway station, this 3-star superior hotel stands within walking distance of the world-famous town hall, the castle and the marketplace. The newly renovated Altora Eisenbahn Themenhotel takes you back to the days of the steam engine. Its comfortable rooms are housed within connected, timber-framed buildings and a recently constructed extension. Diners at the hotel's atmospheric restaurant, 1835, can enjoy watching the steam trains outside while having their drinks delivered by miniature railway. Explore the scenery of the Harz mountains, enjoy a trip on the Bimmelbahn (a narrow-gauge steam engine), or go for a romantic ride by horse-drawn carriage.Show full description
Opened July 2022. Located in Sankt Andreasberg, 6.2 km from Harz National Park, Angelo Spa Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a bar, the property is located within 25 km of Train Station Bad Harzburg. Guests can use the sauna and the spa centre, or enjoy garden views. All units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Angelo Spa Resort also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms will provide you with a terrace. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. You can play billiards and table tennis at Angelo Spa Resort. Town Hall Wernigerode is 38 km from the hotel, while Culture & Congress Centre Wernigerode is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Erfurt-Weimar Airport, 119 km from Angelo Spa Resort.Show full description
Delightful property. Cosy rooms. This 4-star hotel is a mansion on a country estate in Blankenburg. Hotel Gut Voigtlaender offers a sauna area with Finnish sauna, infra-red sauna, spa showers, a Kneipp basin and ice fountain. Built in 1848, the Gut Voigtlaender offers classic-style rooms. Harz specialities are served in the restaurant, which features a 15-metre deep well. Hotel Gut Voigtlaender is an ideal base for hiking and cycling. The Mühlenwanderweg is a local hiking trail, which passes many windmills. The property is also located 100 metres from a public swimming pool.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most BEAUTIFUL small hotel in Bad Harzburg.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value.Opened January 2021. Harzhotel Warnstedter Krug has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Thale. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. Guests can make use of a bar. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Harzhotel Warnstedter Krug offers some units with city views, and rooms come with a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. Harzhotel Warnstedter Krug offers a children's playground. You can play billiards at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Old Town Quedlinburg is 7 km from Harzhotel Warnstedter Krug, while Train Station Quedlinburg is 7.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leipzig/Halle Airport, 119 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The family-friendly Hotel Im Tannengrund is located in Wolfshagen, in the heart of the Harz Nature Park, just 10 km from Goslar. It features a sauna and an indoor swimming pool. The property offers 30 guest rooms and 2 apartment buildings with 9 holiday apartments. All units come with cable TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. A rich breakfast buffet is served daily. Guests have free access to an outdoor swimming pool next to the hotel. The area is popular for cycling and mountain biking.Show full description
This family-owned spa resort in Bad Sachsa, in the Harz Mountains nature park, provides guests with spacious rooms and a wide variety of free leisure activities and extra services. The Romantischer Winkel RoLigio & Wellness Resort features spacious spa facilities over an area of 3,800 m². Here, the facilities can be enjoyed at no extra cost. The free Fit- & Fun-Programm includes fitness courses, bike trips, lectures and more. In the evening, take part in the entertainment ranging from fashion shows to black jack evenings. The spacious rooms at the Romantischer Winkel are individually furnished and come in different categories. Single rooms are 21 - 32 m²; double rooms are 32 - 49 m². Treat yourself to healthy gourmet specialities at one of the 5 hotel restaurants. Dine on the lake-side terrace, next to the Schmelzteich lake. In the evening, relax in the bar or RoWi-Wohnzimmer.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff. This 3-star superior hotel with free Wi-Fi internet is quietly located in the spa town of Bad Lauterberg, in the Harz Mountains. Vitamar Pool Complex is a 3-minute drive from Hotel Riemann. All rooms at Hotel Riemann include cable TV, a seating area and private bathroom. Rooms either have a south-facing balcony or offer a view of Bad Lauterberg’s Kurpark (spa park). The country-style restaurant at Hotel Riemann serves a daily breakfast buffet and specialities from the Harz region. Beer and wine are served in the traditional Bierstübchen lounge. The Kirchberg-Therme leisure park is located 500 metres from the hotel and features a swimming pool, a sauna, bowling, tennis and a solarium.Hotel Riemann is 300 metres from Bad Lauterberg’s Local History Museum and 3 km from the Bismarckturm Tower. The surrounding countryside of the Harz Nature Park is ideal for hiking and walking.Show full description
Very cosy. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. This exclusive hotel is located 10 minutes from Göttingen and occupies a romantic timber-framed building from the 18th century. The combination of elegance and refined informality makes you feel as though you are here as personal guest of the Count von Hardenberg. Internationally inspired dishes with local produce are served for dinner in the restaurant Novalis. Dining is subject to a prior table reservation. Luscious forests, broad fields and a 42-hole golf course invite guests to relax and unwind.Show full description
One of the most cosy, elegant and stylish luxury hotels in Bad Harzburg! It also has super comfortable beds. WOW!
Situated amid the scenic landscapes of the beautiful Harz region, this 4-star hotel in the town of Ballenstedt offers elegant accommodation in a lovingly restored 18th-century castle. Guests at the Bernstein Schlosshotel Ballenstedt can look forward to tastefully furnished rooms equipped with spacious bathrooms. Start your day in style with the Bernstein Schlosshotel Ballenstedt’s tasty breakfast buffet. Take a dip in the Schlosshotel’s indoor swimming pool, relax in the sauna or treat yourself to a massage. During the evenings, enjoy light cuisine, international specialities and fine wines in one of the hotel’s restaurants. Our pool and sauna area will be renovated by 14.07.2023 Golfers will love the Schlosshotel’s own 18-hole golf course. The hotel’s scenic surroundings provide an ideal setting for Nordic walking and cycling tours. The Schlosshotel even offers guided tours upon request.Show full description
Hotelpark Bodetal "Ferienwohnungen" offers an outdoor pool . The Hotelpark is situated in Thale, and there is free WiFi access available. Each of the rooms at the accommodation comes equipped with a TV, balcony, seating area and a view of the surrounding mountains and the outdoor pool. They also all include a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A fresh breakfast buffet is available each morning at Hotelpark Bodetal "Ferienwohnungen", and the on-site a la carte restaurant serves a range of regional specialities. A selection of restaurants and cafes can be found within a 10-minute walking distance of the holiday park. Popular activities in the surrounding area include hiking and cycling. Other facilities available at the accommodation include a children’s playground and table tennis. Free private parking is available at the property.Show full description
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