Historic Hotels & Resorts in Idar-Oberstein

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Idar-Oberstein. Also explore the many sights to visit such as shopping and museums.

Based on our travel expertise, Schloßschenke is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking.

In Idar-Oberstein, there are 65 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Idar-Oberstein is notable for landmarks like Bosselstein Castle. Cultural venues include German Gemstone Museum and German Mineral Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park and Saar-Hunsrueck Nature Park.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Idar-Oberstein, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Idar-Oberstein, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.