Historic Hotels & Resorts in Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau from NZ$241

You’re already probably planning a visit to places with historical relevance while you’re staying in Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau. During your stay, you can visit the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, City Hotel Freiburg is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Historical Merchants’ Hall is a short walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Colombi Hotel and Boutiquehotel Oberkirch im Zentrum.

In Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau, you’ll find 44 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau is notable for landmarks like Schwabentor Gate, Martinstor Gate and The Whale House. Cultural venues include Augustinermuseum, Museum fur Neue Kunst and Museum fur Stadtgeschichte. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Rathausplatz and Old Town Hall.

A historic hotel gives guests a chance to stay in a building recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau often retain original qualities such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the US, while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. When you book a historic hotel in Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau, it doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or rundown.