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Our top choices for Wachau historic hotels

A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A room with two wooden cabinets, a wicker chair, and a glass table.
A large outdoor chessboard set up on a paved area with a bench and greenery in the background.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a toaster, and a decorative metal vase.

1. Holiday apartment PENZLIN in a maritime style near Radeberg

Holiday apartment PENZLIN in a maritime style near Radeberg
Leppersdorf
Germany
Stefanie B.
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Holiday apartment PENZLIN in a maritime style near Radeberg
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring arched windows and decorative stonework.
A small attic bedroom with two wooden beds, a stone wall, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy corner with a wooden table and two cushioned benches, a candle holder, and a window with a view of greenery.
A fire pit surrounded by four metal chairs with wooden seats, set on a cobblestone patio.

2. Holiday apartment TOWER ROOM in the Leppersdorf manor near Radeberg

Holiday apartment TOWER ROOM in the Leppersdorf manor near Radeberg
Leppersdorf
Germany
Dana Z.
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday apartment TOWER ROOM in the Leppersdorf manor near Radeberg
A traditional building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a garden with various plants.
A cozy room with a stone wall, wooden beams, a bench, and a table.
A historic building with a balcony, arched windows, and a tower.
A room with a stone wall, a wooden bed with a headboard, a bench, a table, and a television mounted on the wall.

3. Cozy holiday apartment COURT ROOM for 6 guests near Radeberg

Cozy holiday apartment COURT ROOM for 6 guests near Radeberg
Wachau
Germany
Kathrin K.
AU$330
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Cozy holiday apartment COURT ROOM for 6 guests near Radeberg
A historic building with a balcony and arched windows, surrounded by snow.
A four-poster bed with a stone wall backdrop, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand.
A room with a wooden bench, a shield with a cross, and a door with a metal latch.
A room with two leather sofas, a wooden bench, stone walls, and mounted weapons.

4. Interesting holiday apartment GUARDROOM in the Leppersdorf manor

Interesting holiday apartment GUARDROOM in the Leppersdorf manor
Wachau
France
CHRISTIAN M.
AU$368
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Interesting holiday apartment GUARDROOM in the Leppersdorf manor
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A laundry area with a wooden door, a washing machine, and a shelf with folded towels.
A large outdoor chessboard set up on a paved area with a bench and greenery in the background.
A wooden cabinet with multiple drawers and shelves, a shield with a sword, and a candle holder on a wall.

5. Holiday apartment LANTERN ROOM with large family bed near Radeberg

Holiday apartment LANTERN ROOM with large family bed near Radeberg
Leppersdorf
Germany
Andrea K.
AU$368
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Holiday apartment LANTERN ROOM with large family bed near Radeberg
A stone building with multiple doors and windows, a cobblestone courtyard, and outdoor seating.
A room with a wooden table, benches, and a wall-mounted rifle rack.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a chest of drawers, and a window.
A stone building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.

6. Unique holiday home ARMORY near Radeberg for 7 people

Unique holiday home ARMORY near Radeberg for 7 people
Wachau
Germany
Melanie F.
AU$420
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Unique holiday home ARMORY near Radeberg for 7 people
A stone building with a tiled roof, a staircase, and outdoor seating.
A room with a wooden cabinet with drawers, a television on top, and a giraffe statue.
A building with a large wooden door and windows, a stone monument with inscriptions, and a street lamp.
A room with a wooden table and two leather benches. There are two windows with wooden frames and a stone wall with a decorative mask.

7. Child-friendly holiday home NAMIBIA-LODGE in the Leppersdorf manor

Child-friendly holiday home NAMIBIA-LODGE in the Leppersdorf manor
Wachau OT Leppersdorf
AU$321
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Child-friendly holiday home NAMIBIA-LODGE in the Leppersdorf manor
An aerial view of a large, historic building with multiple towers and a well-maintained garden.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, wooden paneling, and a potted plant.
A landscaped garden with a dining area and a stone building with arched windows.
A garden with a tower and a building surrounded by well-maintained hedges and flowering plants.

8. Hotel Schloss Eckberg

Hotel Schloss Eckberg
Loschwitz
United States
Debapriya
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Schloss Eckberg
A traditional half-timbered building with a red-tiled roof, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Krombacher".
A rustic wooden ladder with white hangers against a brick wall near a window.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a coffee maker, and a dish rack.

9. Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz

Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz
Schoenfeld-Weissig
Germany
Sylvia M.
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz
A traditional half-timbered building with a red-tiled roof, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Krombacher".
A dining area with a wooden table, a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a brick wall.
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A forested area with a wooden fence and a path leading through it.

10. Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz

Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz
Schoenfeld-Weissig
United States
Maila W.
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Apartment in the Meixmühle on Friedrichsgrund near Pillnitz
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Top Wachau Hotel Reviews

Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden

Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden

8/10 Good
"Breakfast was great. Service was disappointing."
Sarah 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden
AMEDIA Plaza Dresden

AMEDIA Plaza Dresden

10/10 Excellent
"El personal muy atento , excelente ubicación , está enmedio de todo ! Todo muy limpio , no hay queja alguna , todo perfecto . Pagamos el desayuno buffet que ofrecen y totalmente lo vale ! Recomendado al 100% !"
Alfredo 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AMEDIA Plaza Dresden
Barceló Dresden Newa

Barceló Dresden Newa

10/10 Excellent
"Very new and modern rooms friendly staff a very nice breakfast. The hotel is located, conveniently near the train station and is a short walk away from the old city so very convenient all around."
Ravi 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Barceló Dresden Newa
NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt

NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt

10/10 Excellent
"El personal fue muy atento. La habitación estaba impecable y el hotel esta muy bien ubicado, a pasos de las principales atracciones."
Luis 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt
ibis Dresden Zentrum

ibis Dresden Zentrum

8/10 Good
"Value for money excellent, especially including breakfast.Perfect for a single 75+ traveller. Rather cramped if you are a twosome, but hey-ho at the price.Staff rather straight faced, but efficient. Gives out onto traffic-free Prager street with classic linden trees."
David 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
ibis Dresden Zentrum
Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe

Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe

8/10 Good
"Good place"
Irakli 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe
HYPERION Hotel Dresden Am Schloss

HYPERION Hotel Dresden Am Schloss

8/10 Good
"Central Hotel.Close to restaurants.Breakfast very expensive, better to eat outside."
Henia 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
HYPERION Hotel Dresden Am Schloss
Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt

Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location! Great staff and terrific breakfast."
Victoria 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt
Aparthotel Münzgasse

Aparthotel Münzgasse

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and tight . I like it I'll come back again"
SAEED 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Aparthotel Münzgasse

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Wachau?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Wachau is probably number one on your sightseeing itinerary. And while you're here, why not also explore all of the sights in the area?
What's the best accommodation in Wachau to be near historical sites?
Based on our travel expertise, Holiday apartment TOWER ROOM in the Leppersdorf manor near Radeberg is a top country house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features on-site laundry facilities and in-room kitchens. Rammenau Baroque Palace is a short 15-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Interesting holiday apartment GUARDROOM in the Leppersdorf manor and Child-friendly holiday home NAMIBIA-LODGE in the Leppersdorf manor.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Wachau?
Wachau is home to 17 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 5 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Wachau?
Wachau is notable for landmarks like Castle Seifersdorf. You'll also find Radeberger Brewery and Castle Eckberg in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Wachau?
A historic hotel gives guests the chance to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Wachau typically preserve authentic elements like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the architecture and actual building. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Wachau have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests can expect the amenities from a contemporary hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. In Wachau, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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