One of Germany's most charming cultural hubs, Weimar embodies - in the eyes of many - the spirit of the 18th-century Enlightenment. This picturesque city is home to an impressive eleven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, attracting history enthusiasts and culture buffs alike. Home to legendary thinkers like Goethe, Nietzsche, and Liszt, Weimar offers a rich tapestry of intellectual and artistic heritage, with the best places to stay in Weimar ranging from chic boutique boltholes to grand four-star hotels.

Beautiful public squares lined with late-Gothic houses, manicured parks like Belvedere, and cultural venues such as the Nationaltheater are wonderful. Do look into recitals and performances well in advance; there's a lively programme of events held in the city throughout the year. Weimar's historical significance is both inspiring and sobering. Explore world-class museums, including the Bauhaus Museum of Art and Architecture, Goethe House, and Liszt House, while also confronting the dark remnants of Nazi history at the Buchenwald concentration camp.

Whether you're travelling as a couple or with family and friends,, the best places to stay in Weimar are within easy reach of the city's main sights. Weimar is a popular year-round destination, and we'd suggest booking your accommodation well in advance!

The Best Places to Stay in Weimar

For Boutique Charm

• Grande Albergo Giancarlo, close to the Goethe National Museum and Schiller's House, has brightly painted guest rooms with high ceilings, chandeliers and pretty details. Delicious breakfsts are served each morning, and the Italian trattoria is a highlight. A fun boutique choice.

For Great Value

• Hotel Pension am Goethehaus is a lovingly restored 300-year-old building in the city centre. Expect contemporary interiors with white-on-white guest rooms, parquet flooring and self-catering facilities. Airy, simple and brilliantly located.
• La Casa del Colori is a charming littel hotel on a cobbled lane in the Old Town. An orange-painted façade hides colourful guest rooms with striped and checked quilts, floral curtains and floor-to-ceiling windows. An affordable bolthole for on-foot explorers.

For Luxury

• Hotel Elephant promises chic guest rooms and suites in a grand heritage edifice. Generously proportioned spaces are clad in soothing tones, with modern art pieces and indulgent bathrooms. The restaurant is excellent, and the bar lively. A luxurious hotel within walking distance of many top spots.
• Dorint am Goethepark has 143 classic guest rooms with wooden panelling, big beds and verdant views from large sash windows. Savour regional cuisine at the fine dining restaurant and wood-panelled pub, and unwind with wonderful wellness facilities. A real treat.

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

• Fly to Leipzig International Airport, 1.5 hours from Weimar by road or rail. Most hotels will be happy to arrange an airport pick up in advance.
• Thuringia is great for a road trip! 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. Expect cold winters, and cool spring or autumn temperatures. 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 Thuringia.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Germany.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.