Germany has a hotel scene as varied as the country itself — from cutting-edge design hotels in Berlin to grand belle époque properties in Hamburg, traditional Bavarian guesthouses in the Alps, and castle hotels along the Rhine. This guide covers the best hotels in Germany for every budget and travel style in 2026.
Best Hotels in Berlin
Berlin has one of the most exciting hotel scenes in Europe, with a strong emphasis on design, sustainability, and neighbourhood character.
Hotel Adlon Kempinski (5-star) — The most famous hotel in Berlin, the Adlon sits directly beside the Brandenburg Gate and has hosted royalty, presidents, and celebrities since 1907. The current building dates from 1997 but maintains the grandeur of the original. Rates from £280–£600 per night.
Soho House Berlin (boutique) — Set in a former department store in Mitte, Soho House Berlin is one of the most stylish hotels in the city. The rooftop pool, the cinema, and the members' club atmosphere make it a favourite with creative travellers. Rates from £180–£350 per night.
25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin (design) — A design hotel in a 1950s building overlooking the Berlin Zoo, with rooms that look directly into the monkey enclosure. The rooftop bar has great views over the Tiergarten. Rates from £120–£220 per night.
Generator Berlin Mitte (budget) — A well-designed hostel in the heart of Mitte with private rooms available. One of the best budget options in Berlin. Private rooms from £55–£100 per night.
Best Hotels in Munich
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski (5-star) — Munich's grandest hotel, on the Maximilianstrasse since 1858. The rooms are palatial, the service is impeccable, and the location — on Munich's most prestigious shopping street — is unbeatable. Rates from £280–£600 per night.
Bayerischer Hof (5-star) — Another Munich institution, the Bayerischer Hof has been welcoming guests since 1841. The rooftop bar and pool have spectacular views over the city. Rates from £220–£500 per night.
Hotel Mandarin Oriental Munich (5-star) — A more intimate luxury option in the heart of the old town, with a rooftop pool and one of Munich's best restaurants. Rates from £250–£550 per night.
Motel One Munich-Sendlinger Tor (budget) — Motel One is a German budget design hotel chain that consistently delivers stylish rooms at affordable prices. The Sendlinger Tor location is excellent for exploring the old town. Rates from £80–£140 per night.
Best Hotels in Hamburg
The Fontenay (5-star) — Hamburg's newest and most acclaimed luxury hotel, opened in 2018 on the shores of the Alster lake. The architecture is striking, the spa is exceptional, and the restaurant has a Michelin star. Rates from £280–£550 per night.
Hotel Atlantic Kempinski (5-star) — A grand belle époque hotel on the Alster, opened in 1909. The Atlantic has hosted everyone from the Beatles to the Rolling Stones. Rates from £220–£450 per night.
25hours Hotel HafenCity (design) — A nautically-themed design hotel in Hamburg's regenerated HafenCity district, with great views over the harbour. Rates from £130–£230 per night.
Best Castle and Boutique Hotels in Germany
Germany has a wonderful tradition of castle hotels (Burghotels) and historic country house hotels that offer a very different experience from city properties.
Burg Rheinfels (Rhine Valley) — A hotel built into the ruins of a 13th-century castle above the Rhine at St Goar. The views over the river valley are extraordinary. Rates from £120–£220 per night.
Schloss Elmau (Bavaria) — A luxury cultural retreat in the Bavarian Alps near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, famous for hosting the G7 summit. The spa, the classical music programme, and the mountain setting make it one of the most special hotels in Germany. Rates from £400–£900 per night.
Hotel Eisenhut (Rothenburg ob der Tauber) — A beautifully restored medieval hotel in the heart of Germany's most perfectly preserved medieval town. Four historic buildings connected internally, with rooms full of antiques and character. Rates from £120–£220 per night.
