Best Hotels in Regensburg
Whether you're looking for a cheap hostel, 4-star chain hotel, or luxury boutique accommodation, here are some of the best hotels in Regensburg.
Regensburg was one of our favorite cities during our Bavaria road trip. This city on the Danube River boasts Roman history, traditional architecture, a lively atmosphere, and UNESCO status. No wonder Regensburg became one of Germany's most popular cities among tourists. We spent a night in the city and recommended considering it as well. There are tons of things to see and do in Regensburg, plus the surrounding area offers several opportunities for fun day trips. Places like Walhalla, Liberation Hall, or Weltenburg Abbey are well worth visiting.
Whether you want to spend a day or two in Regensburg before heading to Nuremberg, Munich, or any other destination, these excellent hotels are an ideal base for exploring this stunning city.
Our Favorite Hotels in Regensburg
If you're in a rush and don't have much time to read, here is a quick summary of the best hotels in Regensburg in each category. These are our favorite hotels in Regensburg.
Best Hotel - Novotel Regensburg Zentrum
Best for Backpackers - Hostel am Ostentor
Best for Families - Novotel Regensburg Zentrum
Best for Couples - SORAT Insel-Hotel Regensburg
Budget Hotel - Hampton By Hilton Regensburg
Mid-range Hotel - Eurostars Park Hotel Maximilian
Boutique Hotel - Hotel Orphee
Luxury Hotel - Hotel Goliath am Dom
If you want to know more, keep on reading. We've compiled a list of the best hotels in Regensburg for all budgets and preferences.
Best Areas to Stay
Regensburg is popular among tourists, meaning you can find a wide range of accommodations for all budgets and preferences there. Despite being the fourth largest city in Bavaria, Regensburg is compact and walkable. Therefore, the best neighborhood in Regensburg to stay in is Old Town (Altstadt in German). This is the most beautiful part of the city, full of tourist attractions, restaurants, cafes, stores, and all the action. Nearby Stadtamhof, which is also part of UNESCO, might look like a good alternative, but unfortunately, it has only a few accommodations.
You will find some additional hotels on Regensburg's outskirts. They offer quiet locations, cheaper rates, and great access to/from the city. A small disadvantage is that you will most likely need to use public transport to get to the city center.
To conclude, the Old Town and neighboring areas are ideal for most travelers. So, here's the list of Regensburg's top-rated and most popular hotels for all travelers.
Budget Hotels
It's no secret that Germany is an expensive country to visit. As accommodation always eats up a large portion of every travel budget, budget hotels are one of our favorite places to stay in when on the road. Luckily, Regensburg offers a great range of 3-star hotels, which is great news for all budget-conscious travelers.
Hampton By Hilton Regensburg - Located within walking distance from the city center, this popular 3-star hotel offers modern rooms, a buffet breakfast, and paid private parking. This is one of the best budget places to stay in Regensburg.
Holiday Inn Express Regensburg - With a central location, air-conditioned rooms, and modern facilities, Holiday Inn Express offers great value for money. Paid parking is also available at the hotel.
ibis Regensburg Zentrum - Centrally located ibis Regensburg has functional rooms, good food, and paid on-site parking. If you travel on a budget, this hotel is an excellent choice.
Hotel Rosi - This super popular, family-run, stylish hotel offers a central location, cozy rooms, great staff, and paid on-site parking.
Mid-range Hotels
There are several reasons to book a mid-range hotel in Regensburg. They offer great service, comfortable rooms, a convenient location, and better amenities. One of the best things about mid-range hotels is that they offer great deals during the off-season. Simply put, they are your ideal base for exploring Regensburg, no matter your travel style and preferences.
Novotel Regensburg Zentrum - Novotel Zentrum is one of the best 4-star hotels in Regensburg. It has modern rooms, great food, paid private parking, and a convenient location about a 10-minute walk from the Altstadt.
Eurostars Park Hotel Maximilian - This stylish hotel with a Neo-Rococo style facade has beautiful decor, spacious rooms, an excellent location, and great food. On-site paid parking is available at the property.
Hotel St Georg - This traditional 4-star hotel that is conveniently located near the A3 highway offers affordable rooms, free parking, and a good breakfast. If you're passing through Regensburg or just want to stay in a quiet location, look no further.
Hotel Orphee - If you're looking for a great boutique hotel in Regensburg's old town, check out Hotel Orphee. This accommodation boasts beautiful rooms with comfortable beds, a tasty breakfast, and an on-site French bistro.
Luxury Hotels
Regensburg offers only a few choices if you're looking for 5-star hotels. As you have limited choices in this category, you might want to book one of the boutique 4-star hotels that are more plentiful in this city.
Hotel Goliath am Dom - Hands down, this is the best 5-star hotel in Regensburg. It offers great rooms, a rejuvenating sauna, an excellent breakfast, and valet parking. Hotel Goliath am Dom is a great place to stay if you're seeking luxury.
Der Birkenhof Spa and Genuss Resort - This luxury hotel and resort is about an hour's drive from Regensurg, so it's ideal for those with a rental car. Expect an amazing location, fabulous rooms, delicious food, impeccable service, and free parking.
SORAT Insel-Hotel Regensburg - Situated on one of the Danube's islands, this hotel is just a stone's throw from the old town and the Steinerne Bucke, Altstadt, and Stadtamhof. The hotel has well-appointed rooms, a breakfast buffet, and paid underground parking.
Hostels
When it comes to accommodation for backpackers and budget-minded travelers, Regensburg has only a few choices. Still, even during the main season, you can find reasonably priced rooms in the city, at least if you book early. If you're new to the hostel world, read our guide on how to find good hostels and do's and don'ts in hostels.
Hostel am Ostentor - This popular hostel is situated in the city center near the main train and bus stations. It offers affordable private rooms and dormitories, a shared kitchen, helpful staff, and clean facilities.
Jugendherberge Regensburg - If you're looking for a cheap and clean hostel within walking distance from the city center, this property has everything you need.
Travel Resources
Here you can find links to all the travel resources we use and which you might find helpful when planning your next holiday.
Accommodation: When looking for accommodation, we usually search hotels via Booking.com or Hostelworld.
Tours: Although we love to travel independently, some places are better to visit with a guided tour.
We prefer GetYourGuide for its easy-to-use interface and solid reputation. Another great alternative is Viator.
Rental Cars: When going on a road trip, we always use Rentalcars.com, a reliable site for booking a rental car in advance.
Flight Tickets: When looking for flight tickets, you can search Skyscanner to find the best price.
Travel Insurance: World Nomads and SafetyWing cover against risks of travel.