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This hotel is Germany’s oldest guesthouse and is located right in the Old Town of Freiburg in the beautiful area between the Schwabentor (Swabian gate) and the cathedral. From the hotel you only have to walk a short distance to get to the heart of the action in this lively and bustling university town. Here you can get to know people, attend the colourful cathedral market or an unforgettable performance in the Freiburg concert hall.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Freiburg im Breisgau, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Buffet


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
or
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eilo
    Ireland Ireland
    The location of this hotel is excellent. You are in very close proximity to the Cathedral and all the restaurants. There is a tram stop just down the street so it’s very accessible. The staff were lovely and friendly, and our room was fabulous.
  • Morris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location in a fab town. Parking was very close (300 metre walk through cobbled streets). In 2 minutes you’re in the main cathedral square. Breakfast is superb, lots of choices. There are plenty of interesting shops around and a cracking wine...
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    Location is very central, breakfast was nice, the stuff is friendly
  • Gabriela
    Portugal Portugal
    The room was modern, confortable and very spacious. Great breakfast! Great location, in the historic centre and in front of tram stop.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were friendly & helpful. Continental breakfast but reasonable selection & very nice. Great location on the edge of the old town. Room was nice size. COYI
  • Elise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great hotel. Fantastic breakfast. Really helpful staff.
  • Alain
    Switzerland Switzerland
    the location, size of the room, near parking location
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was fantastic (huge selection and very tasty) and most of the staff were superb!! The location is ideal, so central but also peaceful. Rooms were clean and nicely laid out. Been to Freiburg many times and this was our favourite hotel so...
  • Paul
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Excellent location in the city centre. Check-in quick and easy. Very good, clean, quiet room, very comfortable and spacious bed, good bathroom. Two complimentary bottles of still water provided in the room. Very good restaurant for breakfast and...
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location of the hotel was excellent smack bang in the center. It was a nice spacious room and it was very clean and the staff were very pleasant also it is very quiet and I couldn't hear any traffic so I had a good night sleep

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, as there are no parking facilities at your hotel, is there secure parking nearby that the hotel recommend? Regards Sean Fusco

    Schlossberggarage
    Answered on 28 October 2021
  • we will have a car. Where can I park it?

    You may drive directly into the parking Garage(Schlossberg Garage). Parking for our guests costs 18€ per 24 hours when the car stays unmoved. Normal ..
    Answered on 5 March 2024
  • Hi Will your restaurant be open on the 1st January 2023

    Unfortiunately no.
    Answered on 16 November 2022
  • does the hotel have hair dryers available

    Good afternoon, yes, we have in every rooms the hair dryers. best regards
    Answered on 27 June 2023
  • Hello! I would like to get more details about the hotel’s policy regarding COVID ie need to show negative test? Pcr? Only work related stays?

    Yes we need a test. No PCR
    Answered on 15 June 2021
  • Is the 3G policy applicable?

    Yes for the moment it is
    Answered on 28 October 2021
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Zum Roten Bären
    • Cuisine
      German • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Zum Roten Bären

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Lift
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Zum Roten Bären takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
€ 15 per stay
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Zum Roten Bären

  • Check-in at Zum Roten Bären is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Zum Roten Bären has 1 restaurant:

    • Zum Roten Bären
  • Guests staying at Zum Roten Bären can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
  • Zum Roten Bären offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
  • The prices at Zum Roten Bären may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Zum Roten Bären is 500 yards from the centre of Freiburg im Breisgau. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Zum Roten Bären include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite