The Best Castle
Hotels near Schmallenberg

Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. This 4-star hotel with spa is set within the historic Schnellenberg Castle. Its spacious rooms overlook the town of Attendorn and the forests of the Ebbegebirge Nature Park. The property features free WiFi. The Hotel und Restaurant Burg Schnellenberg offers elegant rooms with wooden furniture. Bathrobes and hairdryers are provided. International meals and traditional Sauerland dishes are served in the Rittersaal (Knights’ Hall). Guests can also enjoy a range of wines on the garden terrace overlooking the town. The Burg Schnellenberg’s leisure facilities include a Finnish sauna, spa showers and a fitness area. These are free of charge to guests. Massages and tennis courts are also available. The Hotel Burg Schnellenberg is a 7-minute drive from the famous Atta Cave. Biggesee Reservoir is just a 10-minute drive away, and offers a range of water sports. Show full description

Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Located in the small village of Cobbenrode in the Sauerland district, close to Eslohe, this family-run hotel with spa facilities offers a peaceful and relaxing getaway in rural surroundings. The Hotel Hennemann provides bright and comfortable rooms, an indoor swimming pool and a brand new wellness area. Try out the hotel spa facilities or beauty treatments. Guests at the Hotel Hennemann can also enjoy the country-style restaurant, sit by the tiled stove in the lounge, and try a selection of wines from the hotel’s own wine cellar. You can find activities here all year round. Just a short walk takes you to well-marked hiking trails and the Sauerland Radring cycle path. You can enjoy the wonderful winter landscapes. The hotel's adjoining tennis centre offers programmes for players of all levels. .  Show full description

Charming. Great value. This traditional half-timbered hotel is located set in Arnsberg’s pretty Old Town, 100 metres from the castle ruins. It features 2 restaurants and a beer garden, and guests enjoy breakfast and a 3-course dinner. The Hotelbetriebe Güldenhaupt GmbH restaurant and café serves a range of German dishes and a continental breakfast. Guests can enjoy hot drinks and cakes in the afternoons. Candlelit dinners are served in the Königliches Zollhaus restaurant. Warmly decorated rooms with flat-screen cable TVs are offered at the Hotelbetriebe Güldenhaupt GmbH Hotel. All have an en suite bathroom with bathrobes, toiletries and a hairdryer. The Ruhrtal Cycling Route starts nearby, and the Arnsberg Forest is 3 km away. Arnsberg Train Station is 1.5 km away. Show full description

Beach front location. Very cosy. Superb interior design. This 5-star country-style hotel is set in scenic Wittgensteiner Land countryside here in the Rothaargebirge Mountains. It offers a gourmet restaurant and free WiFi, and guests are welcome to use the hotel's Deep Forest Spa with a pool free of charge. The Relais & Châteaux Jagdhof Glashütte is built in the style of a hunting lodge. The Relais & Châteaux Jagdhof Glashütte lies on the Rothaarsteig hiking route. All rooms are modern and furnished in a romantic country-style. A rich buffet breakfast is available at the Jagdhof Glashütte. Fresh, creative cuisine and exquisite barbecue dishes are served in the Jagdhofstuben grill and theme restaurant amid the noble ambience of the hunting lodge. Good home cooking and homemade cuisine are offered in the original cellar bar, the Fuhrmannskneipe. The Jagdhof Bad Laasphe also has a Viennese café, a piano bar, and a large terrace offering a view of the Wittgenstein mountains. It is an ideal base for activities including golf, hunting and Nordic walking. Show full description

Beach front location. Historic. Wonderful SPA facilities. This 5-star-superior hotel in the Winkhausen district of Schmallenberg offers a free 4,700 m² spa, traditional food from the Sauerland region, and a scenic location in the Rothaargebirge nature park. All of the spacious, elegantly furnished rooms at the Romantik Hotel Deimann include a minibar and TV. Most rooms have a balcony. Guests are welcome to relax in the Gutshof-Spa area featuring 5 saunas, a spacious gym, and indoor/ outdoor pools. The spa area provides great views of the hotel gardens. A rich breakfast buffet is available. Regional dishes and fine wines are served in the Hotel Deimann’s restaurant or outside on the terrace. Local beers are served in the country-style Wilzenkeller cellar. Leisure activities at the Deimann include tennis, qi gong, and water aerobics. Show full description

Luxurious. Great views. 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

Cosy. This traditional, timber-framed hotel in the Lennestadt countryside offers cottage-style rooms, free Wi-Fi, swimming pool and a traditional beer garden. The Lenne River is a 2-minute walk away. All individually furnished rooms at the Landhotel Voss im TalVital include a cable and satellite TV, seating area and bathrobe with slippers. Balconies offer scenic countryside views. A rich breakfast buffet is served in the Landhotel's rooms or in the country-style restaurant, complete with fine, wooden furnishings and cheerful lighting. Guests can enjoy regional specialities or relax with a book in the fireplace lounge with library. Activities at the Voss include a sauna and massage treatments, games room, tennis court and children’s playground. A safety deposit box, tour desk and room service are also available. The beautiful Sauerland countryside surrounding the Landhotel Voss im TalVital Lennestadt is ideal for cycle tours and relaxing walks, offering over 120 km of sign-posted footpaths. Show full description

This traditional 3-star hotel enjoys a quiet location in the Sauerland countryside. It offers spacious rooms with free internet, a swimming pool, spa, restaurant, and free parking. The Landhotel Albers is a historic half-timbered building in the village of Bödefeld. The hotel has been run by the same family since 1827. A breakfast buffet is provided every morning at the Landhotel Albers. The traditional country-style lounge serves Sauerland specialities and international dishes. The spa at the Landhotel Albers offers a sauna, infrared sauna. The Albers Bödefeld is a popular base for hiking and skiing here in the Sauerland region. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. This 4-star Superior wellness hotel offers peaceful, elegant accommodation on the hillside of the renowned Mount Kahler Asten in the Rothaargebirge Nature Park, upper Sauerland, a few kilometres outside Winterberg. The Waldhaus Ohlenbach hotel is surrounded by picturesque forests and meadows – ideal countryside for hiking or golfing in the summer months, and skiing in the winter. During the summer, enjoy your meals on the hotel terrace with its panoramic views. The restaurant serves gourmet cuisine using only fresh, local ingredients, and you can choose a fine wine from the extensive wine cellar to accompany your meal. The extensive wellness area, which includes a swimming pool, invites you to relax and unwind after an energetic day. The hotel offers a 3-night package. Show full description

Located just 15 km outside of popular Winterberg, Hotel Medebach offers classically furnished double rooms. Guests are offered a sauna, a skittles alley on site, a balcony and free WiFi. A local highlight, the Castle Hill and high ropes course in Küstelberg are only a 8-minute drive away. Each traditional room at this family-run hotel includes a seating area, TV and desk. The en suite bathroom comes with a shower and hairdryer. Guests are offered an optional breakfast buffet and are invited to relax at the hotel’s á la carte restaurant and bar in the evening. The surrounding countryside offers great routes for hikers and cyclists. Centre Parks Sauerland is also just 3 km away and boasts a large indoor pool. The nearest train station is located in Korbach, 17 km away. Free private parking is available at the hotel. Bike storage facilities are also available for a small daily fee. Show full description

This historic, intimate hotel is situated on the Hüttenplatz square in the centre of mediaeval Dillenburg. The Hotel Dillenburg welcomes you to relax in its individually furnished rooms. You can easily walk to the town’s attractions including the Wilhelmsturm tower, Villa Grün, and the defensive fortifications on the castle hill. Soak up the historic ambience and enjoy the tranquillity of the little-travelled streets. The national stud farm with its Orangerie and the modern Aquarena leisure park are also in the hotel’s immediate vicinity. Look forward to the hotel’s fine restaurant at the end of an active day. Show full description

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

Surrounded by the beautiful Sauerland countryside, this country-style hotel in Willingen offers rental bicycles, a large garden and a terrace. All rooms at Privathotel Brügges Loui are decorate in light colours, and include a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some rooms also feature mountain views. A breakfast buffet is available every morning. Sauerland specialities can be enjoyed in the restaurant, and fine wines are on offer in the Mediterranean-style wine parlour. Guests can relax in the Brügges Loui’s large garden with pond and sunbathing lawn. Outdoor boccia (bowls), a children's playground, billiard room, bowling alley and table football are also available. The surrounding Upland region of Sauerland countryside is ideal for hiking, mountain biking and horse-drawn carriage rides. The hotel offers direct access to the Rothaarsteig and the Uplandsteig hiking trails. Show full description

Close to beach front. Delightful property. Great location. Set amid the southern Sauerland countryside, this 4-star Superior hotel boasts free wellness facilities, easy access to sports opportunities, and a strategic location between Siegen and Olpe, near Lake Biggesee. Dating from 1860, the family-run hotel, Landhaus Wacker, in the village of Wenden, is surrounded by extensive meadows and woodlands. Enjoy activities such as hiking and cycling, and explore the 3 18-hole golf courses and horse riding facilities in the vicinity. The Wacker’s free spa area features a Roman steam bath, sauna, solarium, and gym. You can also enjoy a variety of massages and cosmetic treatments here. The Olpe Süd motorway junction is just 3.5 km away. You can drive to the cultural highlights and business opportunities of Cologne, Dortmund, and Bonn in only about 40 minutes. Round off your day with delicious food in one of the Sporthotel's 3 restaurants or the historic vaulted cellar. Show full description

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

Located directly next to Blankenstein Castle ruins, this traditional hotel enjoys a quiet setting in Gladenbach. A regional restaurant, buffet breakfasts and free Wi-Fi in public areas are offered here. Decorated in pastel colours, Hotel Schlossgarten features spacious rooms with classic-style furniture. Each morning, a hearty buffet breakfat is served in Hotel Schlossgarten’s welcoming dining room. Each is complete with a satellite TV and en suite bathroom. Guests can sample German specialities in the restaurant, or a refreshing beer from the hotel bar. The hotel is ideally located for exploring the historic ruins of Blankenstein Castle. Other leisure activities include hiking and cycling in the surrounding countryside. Free private parking is offered by Hotel Schlossgarten. Harburg Train Station is 20 km away. Show full description

Set amid the picturesque countryside of the Märkisches Sauerland, this 4-star palace hotel is located in the historic village of Nachrodt Wiblingwerde. For more than 100 years, the family-run Schloss Hotel Holzrichter has spoilt guests with its exclusively furnished, non-smoking rooms and traditional flair. Free WiFi is provided throughout. Look forward to welcome extras such as free wireless internet access and your hosts’ personalised attention. Alternatively, explore the golf facilities, scenic hiking trails, and mountain bike routes in the vicinity. Make sure to try the restaurant’s exquisite game, delicious fish, and quality wines. Show full description

Unique. Great pool. Situated in Olpe, 6.6 km from Stadthalle Olpe, Hotel Diehlberg features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms include a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast garden views. All rooms have a wardrobe. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, continental and vegetarian options. At Hotel Diehlberg you will find a restaurant serving Spanish, German and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. Stadthalle Attendorn is 13 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport, 83 km from Hotel Diehlberg. Show full description

Very stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Situated in Landau, only 8 km from residential castle Bad Arolsen, Hotel Brunnenhaus Schloss Landau boasts a garden, a terrace and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi throughout the property and free private parking. Winterberg is 42 km from Hotel Brunnenhaus Schloss Landau, while Willingen is 33 km away. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV in the living/sleeping area, as well as in the private bathroom. The rooms also feature high quality beds of the manufactory Schramm, a desk and a wardrobe. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are also offered. Guests can enjoy an on-site international restaurant, a fireplace lounge and a beer garden. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. The area is popular for hiking and golfing, as well as several museums and the leisure pool Arobella. Kassel-Calden Airport is 22 km from the property. Show full description

Elegant. Superb breakfast. Schloss Hotel Herborn is located in the historic centre of Herbon, just 300 metres from the River Dill and 150 metres from Herborn Castle. The hotel offers wellness treatments and free use of the sauna and steam room. The rooms at Schloss Hotel Herborn are spacious, classically decorated and all include an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. A coffee bar is located in the lobby and guests can relax in the Schloss Hotel Herborn’s bar. A TV, radio and minibar are also offered. Guests are invited to dine in the hotel’s Westerwaldstubb restaurant, which also features an outdoor dining area. Located in the picturesque Old Town, this hotel is just a 10-minute drive away from the Dillenburg Golf Club. The surrounding Lahn-Dill-Bergland countryside is perfect for hiking, cycling and walks. Schloss Hotel Herborn is located just 850 metres from the Herborn (Dillkr) Train Station and 2.6 km away from the A45 motorway. Frankfurt International Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car. Show full description