Find Historic Hotels in Bamberg

Travelers love the rich history they can explore in Bamberg. While you’re here, why not check out the riverfront and breweries?

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Bamberger Hof Bellevue is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a snack bar/deli. Bamberg Cathedral is a short 10-minute walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Ibis Styles Bamberg Hotel and Altstadthotel Weinhaus Messerschmitt.

In Bamberg, you’ll find 77 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Bamberg is notable for landmarks like Bamberg Cathedral, St. Martin’s Church, and New Residence. Cultural venues include Concert Hall Bamberg, Brose Arena, and Old Palace. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Old Town Hall and Maximiliansplatz.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a vacation in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Bamberg, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Bamberg, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.