6 Best Hotels in The Rhineland, Germany

This charming guesthouse on the banks of the lovely Münzbach stream near Bacharach's western gate (Steeger Tor), is a hidden gem. The name means "In the Painter's Corner," a nod to the scenic nature of the area, and it's been run by the same family for three generations; the current owners are Armin and Daniela Vollmer. Rooms are simply furnished but cozy, comfortable, and clean, and if the weather's good you'll spend almost all of your time outside: sitting in the gardens, strolling along the flower-lined stream, or hiking up the hill to nearby Wernerkapelle and Burg Stahleck.

A group of buildings around a quiet, central courtyard has been converted into a charming and comfortable hotel, with rooms individually furnished and decorated in styles ranging from fin de siècle romantic to Italian modern. Huge windows help make the public rooms feel airy.

This designer hotel with classic modern furnishings has a strong following among artists and art dealers, as well as with the musicians who come to play at the nearby Stadtgarten venue. 

The best things about this small, unassuming, family-run hotel are its immaculate housekeeping—the very model of German fastidiousness—and the price (small single rooms with shared bath are very inexpensive). 

A 15-minute walk from the Dom, this colorfully furnished modern budget hotel is a good value, especially for families with children. The well-lit rooms don't have much in them—generally just a bed, a small sitting space, and a TV—but Wi-Fi and domestic calls are included in the price, and there's a video-game area in the spacious lobby.

A short walk to the Aachen cathedral and close to major sites and transportation, this budget hotel is a good value.