2 Best Hotels in Traben-Trarbach, The Rhineland

This elegant, small hotel added a luxuriously indulgent spa during the pandemic, offering virtually all-inclusive rates and looking out over the placid Mosel River at the foot of the town's main bridge. Even the smallest rooms are modern in style and large enough to have both a sitting and sleeping area, and all have a large bathroom with a walk-in shower (not all rooms have tubs); but it pays to splurge on a larger suite, some offering levels and excellent views out onto the river, giving you significantly more space for not that much more cost; the largest suites may make you want to stay for a while. Food in the restaurant is excellent; the breakfast buffet is expansive, and you only need to pay extra for wine and alcohol. The daytime "snacks" offered in the spa may be sufficient for a light lunch, especially if you are spending your day spa-ing. A wide range of treatments, including massages, body treatments, and facials are offered; there's also a hair salon and yoga classes. You can choose from myriad treatment-inclusive packages to make your short or long stay more relaxing.

Traben-Trarbach's premier hotel has a first-class reputation thanks to its distinctive architecture and decor, knowledgeable staff, and gorgeous river views. But it's the large wellness area, including a heated pool, Finnish sauna, and rooftop terrace, that makes it stand out from other hotels along the Mosel. Even if you're not staying the night, book a table at the “Belle Epoque” restaurant; its elegant (if meat heavy) cuisine and extensive wine list make for a memorable meal.