A key trading centre on the Danube for millennia, Regensburg is an exceptional city, brimming with beautiful architecture and brilliantly suited to curious history buffs and relaxed amblers. This immensely characterful city is now home to around 150,000 inhabitants, some of whom continue to live in lovingly restored heritage edifices. Other striking buildings have become charming boutique hotels — selected by our Gurus as the best places to stay in Regensburg.

Many of Regensburg’s most dazzling landmarks were built between the 11th and 13th centuries, when the town was already an immensely wealthy trading hub. Dubbed ‘Germany’s medieval miracle’, the city invites laid-back visitors to stroll along narrow streets lined with colourful residences, or to take a restful boat ride along the Danube to marvel at the lovely homes which continue to line the riverfront. The Gothic Saint Peter’s Cathedral, complete with impressive stained glass windows, is a real gem — as is the 11th-century Romanesque St Emmeram's Abbey.

Don’t miss delving into the city’s past at the Regensburg Museum of History, or with a private city tour. The Old Town Hall, the site of the Holy Roman Empire’s Permanent Imperial Diet from 1663 to 1806, has a special place in Germany’s history. Haidplatz, the triangular square in the heart of town, is framed by resplendent 800-year-old edifices, and perfect for a refreshing cup of coffee or a cold beer after a day of discovery. The city is a fabulous spring and summer destination, but it’s also marvellous in winter, when cosy Christmas markets fill the squares and the best places to stay in Regensburg promise an extra-warm welcome.

The Best Places to Stay in Regensburg

For Boutique Chic

• Bohemian Hotel sits on one of the most beautiful streets in the Old Town. Characterful guest rooms feature exploded wooden beams, antique furnishings and colourful throws. Savour hearty breakfasts, enjoy sharing platters at the Chin Chin Bar, and explore the pretty cobbled streets which await just outside.
• Hotel Orphée is tucked within a well-preserved Baroque building in the heart of Regensburg’s pedestrianised Old Town. Pretty four-poster beds are draped with light muslin, patterned rugs adorn bedroom floors, and old-fashioned chandeliers hang from high ceilings, creating an artsy, romantic feel. Don’t miss dining at the popular brasserie.

For Families or Groups

• Green Spirit Hotel, a tranquil B&B on the edge of Regensburg’s stunning Old Town, has a range of deluxe and family guest rooms, as well as larger apartments with terraces. Expect good breakfasts, a courtyard garden and a lively bar. A reasonably priced choice for travellers of all ages.
• Hotel Luis Stadl has 18 rooms and multi-bedroom apartments in a converted barn on Regenburg’s Unterer Wöhrd island. Expect a cosy, retro feel, and a real sense of independence with well-equipped kitchens in the larger apartments. Ideal for family trips with a children’s play area, or group holidays with a buzzy bar.
• Domeresidenz Regensburg offers three self-catering suites, each of which sleeps up to four guests. The converted 12th-century building is impressed, and interiors fuse antique elements with chic contemporary pieces. Think spacious living and dining rooms, well-equipped kitchens and big bedrooms. A very indulgent choice for a family or group getaway.

For Great Value

• Hotel Rote 19 offers six stylish rooms and suites in an 18th-century building. Contemporary interiors are minimalistic and understated, with high ceilings, block colours and all the mod-cons. An affordable city break base. .

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY HOUSE

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Want to fly to Regensburg?

• Fly to Nuremberg Airport or to Munich International Airport, each around an hour from Regensburg by train or taxi.
• The city itself is well-served by public transport, but you may want the flexibiity of your own vehicle to explore beyond Regensburg. Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Visit during the summer months, with temperatures averaging around 23°C between May and early September. You'll find fewer crowds and great hotel deals outside the school holidays.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Nuremberg.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Bavaria.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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