With a rooftop terrace boasting views of Lilienstein Mountain and the River Elbe, this hotel is centrally located in the town of Bad Schandau on the edge of Saxon Switzerland National Park.
mark
United States of America
The staff was extremely friendly, and did everything in their ability to articulately communicate with me in English versus their native language of German.
The breakfast was amazing.
I was traveling alone, but was put in a standard double room at no additional charge. The room did not appear to have air making the windows open, but being that this is a small town or a village area there was minimal noise to interrupt my sleep.
The heating element in the bathroom was active, which was very nice being it. Allowed me to rinse out my clothes and dry before packing. This was an issue in our lodging at the prior city where we stayed, and it was significantly cooler and raining every day so drying out, the clothes before packing them was almost impossible.
The property is located in the heart of the small touristy district so plenty of things were in walking distance.
This region of Europe was experiencing flooding during my stay, which caused several of the businesses to close due to exposure to water. The staff gave recommendations as how to adjust my itinerary to accommodate this unforeseen weather event, which caused the river to overflow and travel with such swiftness, that the ferrys between the river all had been closed.
Located in Bad Schandau, 2625 feet from Saxon Switzerland National Park, Parkhotel Bad Schandau mit SPA features a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the river.
Ruth
United States of America
Breakfast room was well laid out and had good selection. Room was clean and in good location.
Located in Kurort Rathen, STEIGER Hotel Rathener Hof provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a terrace, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna....
Alla
United States of America
Excellent location, nice sound proof room with a large shower and magnifying mirror (important for mature customers), tasty breakfast and dinner, friendly personal
Quietly located between Lilienstein and Königstein Mountains, this 18th-century hotel offers a sauna and bicycle rental. It features a terrace with panoramic views of the Saxon Switzerland...
deise
United States of America
Location. Also the food at the restaurant was outstanding
Located in Bad Schandau, a 11-minute walk from Saxon Switzerland National Park, Kurparkstübl Bad Schandau provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Kay
Australia
Warm welcome from staff, comfortable room with very comfortable bed, warm, lift, parking, short walk to town centre, iron lift and historic tram, breakfast good. Highly recommended.
Located in Kurort Gohrisch, 3 miles from Saxon Switzerland National Park, Sennerhütte Landhotel provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.
Dan
Estonia
The breakfast was simple, like most continental breakfasts in Europe. Nothing special but nice enough. We ate dinner there every night, and everything was fresh and tasty. I highly recommend the house-made hazelnut schnapps. I wish I could have bought a bottle. It is 150 meters from the small village center. We had nice drinks and cakes there.
Offering a sun terrace and views of the mountains, Berghotel Bastei is in the heart of the national park Saxon Switzerland in Saxony, a short distance from Castle Rock Neurathen and Bastei Bridge.
Located in Kurort Rathen and within 5.3 miles of Saxon Switzerland National Park, STEIGER Hotel Elbschlösschen Rathen features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Andrea Miroslava
Germany
I had wrongly booked for 4 people instead of 5, and I was able to fix the situation with a reasonable price thanks to the very helpful manager. Loved the hotel, their food and their spa !
I did the circular walk to the Basti bridge and down through...
I did the circular walk to the Basti bridge and down through the rock formations ending in the fish restaurant, where I had the trout. My best meal of the holiday. I overnighted at the Hinterland hostel in Rathan. Very pleasant, but really it is an easy day trip on the S Bhan from Dresden, no need to plan an overnight stay, unless you are planning some serious hiking.
Jeremy
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
We hiked everyday while we were there. visited the Bastei...
We hiked everyday while we were there. visited the Bastei bridge, comrig cave, and the artist path, we also drove to bas schandau and schmilka on the czeck border. all beautiful places to visit. we were hiking with 2 young kids, so we chose paths that were suitable for them, but there are hiking routes for everyone. Rathen is quite small, so very easy to get around, we had a car so could drive to other villages, not sure how public transportation works there.
We mostly cooked and ate in the house, but there are a few restaurants in Rathen and a lot more in bad schandau, although I found it hard to find quality dining and not just the old tourist restairants. I think the one in schmilka is really good but it was closed when we got there.
Anna
Germany
Scored 6.0
6.0
This is the most touristy part of Saxon Switzerland, next to...
This is the most touristy part of Saxon Switzerland, next to the Basteibrücke. However, the nature is incredible, and if you go for a hike around sunrise, you may be lucky to enjoy the area without too many people. Around lunchtime, the Basteibrücke was packed like a bus and one had to stay in line to take a selfie, even in the beginning of November. There aren't many restaurants and we haven't tried any, we were eating in our hotel. There's one tiny shop on the side of the river that is close to the Basteibrücke that works until 3pm and sells almost nothing, so it better to buy food in advance.
Artem
Russia
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Had everything. Fully stocked kitchen. Big living room. Reading nook with great views where you can listen to the rain and read. Comfortable beds. Large and new washer and dryer for hiking clothes. Outdoor picnic table in nice garden. Friendly and helpful hosts - who speak English if needed. Great location in the middle of Saxon Switzerland and the Malerweg. Rathen itself is definitely the most quaint of the towns on the Elbe. s-bahn just across the river.
Nicest place I have stayed in 10 years of European travel.
Excellent location, with a beautiful view on the Elbe river and the Altrathen castle. Villa Rapunzel itself is a very interesting and beautiful building, having its own tower, where you can lock a naughty princess ;) The landlords are very, very nice and friendly, and able to provide a lot of information regarding Rathen and neighbouring tourist attractions (in German language). If one wants to really enjoy Rathen and neighbouring attractions, they should come to Kurort Rathen for at least two weeks!
Very atmospheric place. The most hospitable hosts. Convenient location and comfortable apartments. Everything is clean and comfortable. There is a very clear road to the Saxon Switzerland Park. I recommend! The best place in Rathen
keys have to be collected from hotel some 200 m away but not a big deal
even though the house is close to a busy railway track it is well insulated and quiet (but the windows have to be closed)
Zivan
Czech Republic
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