2 Best Hotels in Franconia and the German Danube, Germany

Offering a comfortable stay in the heart of the city, these inviting open-plan apartments feature king-size beds, spacious living rooms, smart, modern bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchen units (complete with fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and more). You can cook your own food—buy frozen pizzas, snacks, and beers in the lobby, cook up a feast using your oven and hobs, then head up to the plant-filled rooftop terrace for a meal with a view—or you can treat yourself to breakfast in the restaurant. There are also drinks and snacks available each evening in the swanky Alto Bar. Descend to the lower floors to discover the on-site gym, heated indoor pool, sauna, and whirlpool. There's on-site parking available for a fee, but space is limited so you might find yourself at a nearby 24-hour parking lot instead.

It may only have been built in 1984, but this charming little hotel with its salmon-pink facade blends in successfully with the graceful Italian-style buildings either side of it. The modern cheery rooms are large and airy; some have a fine view of the Danube (and the nearby cruise docks). There's no restaurant, but the breakfast room serves up a rich buffet every morning, and there's a bar for whiling away the evening. There's also a small sauna and relaxation area on the ground floor.