The breakfast was wonderful. There were fresh mini croissants, brötchen, and various delicious…read moreGerman breads, along with a variety of fruit jams. The morning café latte was delicious, and the eggs and assorted hams were especially tasty. I was pleasantly surprised to find white fish and salmon available in the morning as well, as this isn't the case for breakfast in the US. Everything was fresh and truly delicious. But what impressed me most was the warm welcome from the female waitstaff when we entered the restaurant in the morning. They greeted us with bright smiles with "Guten Morgen!" "Would you like coffee?" Their genuine smiles left the best impression of our stay at this hotel. We also had dinner at the same restaurant, and it was excellent. I had a schnitzel with French fries and sauerkraut, and he had three kinds of sausages with potatoes and sauerkraut. Everything was absolutely delicious, and we were very happy! Our dinner table was served by a Vietnamese staff member. Perhaps it was because I am Asian? I am a Japanese person who resides in the US by the way. At check in, we were assisted by a German woman at the front desk, but the person who guided us to our room in the annex building was also Vietnamese staff member. I wondered if it might have been simply because of the look, and they thought I would feel better to be assisted by someone who is also Asian? Of course, Vietnamese and Japanese are quite different--perhaps as different as Germans and French-- this may have been a well-intentioned assumption based on appearance rather than necessity. That said, I personally had no issue with it and assumed they meant well. However, it would also have been perfectly fine if a German gentleman who was serving the table near us also took care of our table.

My stay here was great! My room was small but comfortable with windows opening into the lane. If…read moreyou're sensitive to noise it is right in the heart of the busy area, although the window do block out a lot of the sound. My stay came with breakfast, typical European foods, everything was tasty especially the cappuccino! I added parking at 18€ per night, they have a private lot with a gentleman that takes you by golf cart. You can't access your car without this man. Driving into the walled city is quite hectic, people walking everywhere and the roads are narrow so beware. And accessing the front door of the hotel check in is done in the lane.

Imagine if you could travel back in time to the Middle Ages…read more The year is 1634. The medieval city of Rothenburg (meaning "Red Fortress") is a walled city perched high on the Bavarian hills. It has seen centuries of dynastic rise and falls, the Black Death, and a WWII assault that nearly wiped out the entire town. Now imagine present day stepping off the train station and into this most preserved city as if nothing has changed for the past 500 years...how spectacular that must be! When I walked into Rothenburg, I was instantly transported back in time. The townspeople were dressed from the 1600's, horse-and-carriages were trotting in the Old Town Square, and the Night Watchman with his hellebarde (axe-like weapon) was doing his rounds. Of all the hotels to stay in this fantasy world, I would tip my medieval hat to the incomparable Hotel Spitzweg. The accommodations itself are comfortable and quaint, but it's the man behind the counter that makes the stay most memorable. Mr. Herr Hocher is a host unlike any other. If you see him, he looks and acts like Santa Claus. Robust and truly pleasant, Herr goes above and beyond to please his "guests" (and you truly are a guest in his home-- he and his wife live there). He cooks breakfast every morning for his 10-roomed family using the wild mushrooms he grew in his garden to make his delicious soft omelettes. Fresh fruit, sliced breads, crackling bacon and ham are all neatly presented to appease his international visitors. The rooms are cared for by the sweet husband-and-wife team with so much love and attention, you can feel it in every wonderful night's rest. His son, Mike Hocher, runs his own business just a ways down the road but will come by to visit. At any hour of the day, you can call on their family members to assist with directions, information, or just enjoyable conversation! My bf Ikaika on our last day there played a good ol' game of chess with Mr. Hocher with a bottle of beer in hand. To save my boyfriend's ego, let's just say Herr was on a lucky, winning streak. ;) Every Christmas since our visit in 2011, Mr. Hocher has kept correspondence with us sending beautiful cards, pictures, and authentic German greetings. I return the gesture with Hawaiian greeting cards and Hawaiian Host Macadamia Nut Chocolates. It is my wish to return to this beautifully preserved town one day, maybe during Christmastime or with kids of our own to see one of Germany's best kept secret... Mr. Hocher.

Stayed there two nights. Rooms were nice, clean and good spacing for an European hotel…read more Breakfast was included on our bill( had to pay extra for it when we made reservations) Breakfast was typical European homemade cheeses, hams fruit , cereals and coffee and juices The owner was a Santa Claus twin, very jovial and helpful. He cooked us eggs for breakfast if we wanted them. Location was walkable from train station and near the central square One challenge was the stairs up to the room. Twisting tight turns. I wouldn't recommend it for the more older crowd Would definitely stay there again!

A MUST STOP! STAY HERE! What a beautiful small boutique…read morehotel. The rooms are themed tastefully. Service is incredibly good. Food is amazing. I cannot recommend this enough.

Amazing hotel in an amazing town…read more There were three of us, so the hotel didn't have a room for us in the main building, but instead had a room just around the corner in a condo in a very cool building that was "only" 700 years old (main hotel is closer to 1,000yo). This it THE BEST location in Rothenburg, probably closest to where "the action" is. Lots and lots of businesses, cafes, wine bars, etc. within a 5 or 6 minute walk. Our car disappeared, as the very welcoming staff parked it for us (I wouldn't have a clue where to park a car in this ancient city where parking is off limits on most streets, and there certainly isn't a modern parkhaus inside the city walls). So we were on our own, only two feet per person to get around town, which is all you need. Our off-property "family room" condo just a 5 minute walk away was pretty cool. Updated and modern enough, with a small mini kitchen. Came up to the main building for breakfast in the back yard....ate in the lovely back yard garden area. Very friendly and excellent service at breakfast, and a nice traditional Deutsch menu to choose from, all included with the room. We are DEFINITELY coming back here again. We just loved this place.

Just to be clear, I would personally consider Klosterstüble as closer to an inn or large B&B than…read morean actual hotel. I don't think there are more than a dozen rooms, and there are only three levels with no elevator. Not that any of that is a bad thing, I just want to make sure you know what to expect. You could actually consider the small size of the hotel to be a good thing, since it really helps set the mood for staying in the quaint town of Rothenburg. Walking into our room, it had a level of comfort and antiquity that felt like you were maybe visiting Grandma, instead of staying at the Four Seasons - both will take care of you with much comfort and indulgence, but there's definitely a huge difference between the two. Despite the antique feel of the room, it was very comfortable, and the bathroom struck me as surprisingly modern. The staff was super friendly and helpful, above and beyond in my opinion. It was also quite a good location in the old town of Rothenburg. I also appreciated their free wi-fi access!

Amazing little hotel in the Center of the medieval town, the room was beautiful (we had room 1, I…read morethink you pay a little extra for that one ;)) the on-suite shower was a little cramp hence i was close to give it only 4 stars but as the rest is a 5 star treatment that is what it got in the end. The 5 stars are for the lovely woman that seems to own the place as well as the breakfast that is second to none! Never got to try the restaurant as each hotels restaurant seems to have one or two days off each week when they are closed.

There is no air-conditioning in the summer and you will melt in the room. First room they offered…read moreus was very old and ugly, and we paid extra for a better room but we lost our city view which was promised. Not a good experience in general and the hotel wasn't worth the price.

The photos on their website are NOT what the Standard Double rooms you may get. They are two star…read morerooms at best. We were extremely disappointed as the photos showed a very nice hotel and we looked forward to it. We were given room at the Eisenhut building across from the main hotel, clearly a lower tier accommodation. The pictures speak for themselves. Be aware, if you book a room and make sure to ask if it is in 4 Herngasse, which is across from the main hotel and not what is pictured on their website. They don't post those pictures for a reason. Very disappointed with the misrepresentation.

I stayed here two nights while on a tour of the Romantische Strasse, or Romantic Road. The hotel is…read moreright in the middle of the medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber making all the sites within walking distance. The building is quite old, as is the whole town, but the rooms are up to modern standards. Our room had a nice big bed, small couch, desk and the bathroom was huge! Two sinks, a tub that could fit two and a shower stall. The bathroom was just as big as the bedroom! I guess this is why the hotel is rated as a 4-star hotel on booking.com. Breakfast was included during our stay and is served in the ground floor parlor. The ambience of the entire hotel is "old" in a historical kind of way. Pretty cool. The hotel covers three floor and is accessible by stairs and a small elevator. A nice convenience feature in an old building.

Great place for a bite on the outside patio. There is ample seating and Umbrellas help provide…read moreshade. The waiters were very friendly and attentive even though they were very busy and it was close to closing time. I wanted to try some authentic German food so ordered the Franconia Bratwurst (regionally sourced Steigerwald farmer's pork with onion-tarragon-mustard, cabbage and farmer's bread. Cooked perfectly but came with 2 large bratwurst and was much more than I could eat. Took a while to get my check due to being so busy at closing time but I didn't mind waiting in the wonderful weather at this quaint patio spot. Enjoy!

The lady receptionist was very pleasant, professional, and very helpful. The location was a short…read moreway to the main square. Breakfast was great! Everything was perfect.

A Flawless Stay at the Hotel-Gasthof Goldener Greifen…read more The Hotel-Gasthof Goldener Greifen provided an absolutely excellent two-night experience in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Honestly, I cannot say enough good things about this hotel; it was a perfect base for exploring this stunning town. The location could not have been better. Situated within a stone's throw of the main square, we were ideally placed to enjoy everything Rothenburg has to offer without unnecessary walking. While the central location is a massive advantage, I do want to offer a word of advice on arrival: finding the designated parking lot was a bit difficult. When the GPS led us up a small, narrow alley, we were sure we were lost! However, once we were parked and walked over, the minor initial confusion was instantly forgotten thanks to the hotel staff. The staff and service were consistently exceptional from start to finish. The check-in process was quick, efficient, and genuinely friendly. We were made to feel welcome immediately. Our room itself was beautiful--large, perfectly clean, and flawless. We chose to eat dinner at the hotel's restaurant, and it was as perfect as the hotel room, the staff, and the location. The service was attentive, and the atmosphere was lovely. The second treat of our stay was the breakfast. It featured homemade everything, a fantastic variety, and, again, the staff and service did not disappoint. If you are looking for an impeccable stay in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, look no further than the Hotel-Gasthof Goldener Greifen.

Went here for an early dinner a were seated outside in the courtyard which was pretty packed. Sadly…read morewe were seated next to the dirty, stagnant fountain that was not working. I'm not sure if they were just understaffed or strangely busy for the hour but it took us forever to just order drinks and then quite a bit longer to order food. So long that we almost decided to leave. However the food did come out quick and was quite good. Definitely could do without sitting next to the mosquito infested fountain but all in all it was good food.

This an amazing little hotel in a wonderful little town. I spent two days here and stayed in room…read more#14. It had the amazing views. If you arrive by a car, let the owner know in advance so a parking space is reserved for you. I would definitely stay here again.

Charming place. Otto who greeted us was kind & helpful. Our bedroom was lovely and the beds are…read morecomfortable. Would definitely stay here again.