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Top 5 hotels in Schmalkalden at a glance

  1. Aktiv & Vital Hotel Thüringen — 4-star hotel in Schmalkalden. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
  2. Waldhotel Ehrental — 3-star hotel in Schmalkalden. Guest rating: 8.0/10 — Very Good.
  3. Hotel-Gasthof Thüringer Hof — 3.5-star hotel in Floh. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  4. Frühstückspension Metilstein — Located in Eisenach. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
  5. 2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst — Located in Friedrichroda.

Where to stay in Schmalkalden?

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas

Aktiv & Vital Hotel Thüringen

Aktiv & Vital Hotel Thüringen
4.0 star property
Schmalkalden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
The price is $167
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Aktiv & Vital Hotel Thüringen
Front of property

Waldhotel Ehrental

Waldhotel Ehrental
3.0 star property
Schmalkalden
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
Surrounded by lush woodland in Schmalkalden, this charming hotel provides free WiFi and parking. Adventure awaits on nearby trails, with Schloss Wilhelmsburg and Trusetal Gnome Park just a short drive from your comfortable mountain retreat.
The price is $139
$149 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Waldhotel Ehrental
Front of property

Hotel-Gasthof Thüringer Hof

Hotel-Gasthof Thüringer Hof
3.5 star property
Floh
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
This business-friendly hotel near Thuringian Forest offers an outdoor pool, sauna, and massage services. Enjoy complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and parking. The on-site restaurant serves three daily meals, with Lake Ebertswiese and Schloss Wilhelmsburg nearby.
The price is $144
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Hotel-Gasthof Thüringer Hof
Dining

Frühstückspension Metilstein

Frühstückspension Metilstein
Eisenach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is $71
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Frühstückspension Metilstein
House | Meeting facility

2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst

2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst
Friedrichroda
The price is $226
$250 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst
Rowing

Bürgerhaus Zum Paradies - Pension

Bürgerhaus Zum Paradies - Pension
Wasungen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
This central pension is a 4-minute walk from Wasungen Station, near Damenstift and the Forest Botanical Garden. Enjoy hiking trails, rowing, canoeing, and complimentary WiFi and parking, with breakfast available to start your day.
The price is $80
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Bürgerhaus Zum Paradies - Pension
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | In-room dining

Hotel Herzog Georg

Hotel Herzog Georg
4.0 star property
Bad Liebenstein
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
Experience nature's tranquility at this Bad Liebenstein hotel, adjacent to Thuringian Forest. Park Altenstein and Schloss Altenstein are nearby, with outdoor adventures like hiking, biking and winter skiing just steps away. Enjoy the terrace and garden.
The price is $109
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Hotel Herzog Georg
Exterior

Kulturhotel Kaiserhof

Kulturhotel Kaiserhof
Bad Liebenstein
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (273 reviews)
Tucked into the Thuringian Forest, this business-friendly hotel offers rejuvenating massages and body treatments. Guests enjoy a fitness center, steam room, and convenient bar/lounge after exploring nearby Park Altenstein and Schloss Altenstein.
The price is $117
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Kulturhotel Kaiserhof
Buffet

Berghotel Tambach Seminar Center

Berghotel Tambach Seminar Center
Tambach-Dietharz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
Tucked within Thuringian Forest, this tranquil hotel offers complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Enjoy the restaurant after exploring nearby Lake Ebertswiese, then relax in the sauna or garden terrace before retiring.
The price is $115
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Berghotel Tambach Seminar Center
Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Hotel im Kaiserpark

Hotel im Kaiserpark
Meiningen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
Located steps from Meiningen Station, this hotel offers complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Explore nearby hiking trails, visit the English Garden, or catch a show at Sudthuringisches Staatstheater. The fitness center and helpful staff ensure a comfortable stay.
The price is $117
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Hotel im Kaiserpark
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hotel-Restaurant Brückenmühle

Hotel-Restaurant Brückenmühle
Meiningen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
Wake to a complimentary buffet breakfast at this charming Meiningen retreat. Just a 4-minute drive from Walldorf Station, you're close to Dampflok Erlebniswelt and the local theater. Unwind at the welcoming bar after exploring with free WiFi and parking.
The price is $118
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Hotel-Restaurant Brückenmühle
WiFi (free)

Boutique B&B- Landhaus Talblick

Boutique B&B- Landhaus Talblick
Brotterode-Trusetal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
This family-run B&B near Trusetal Gnome Park offers free WiFi and parking. Enjoy nearby hiking trails, mountain biking, or winter snowboarding. The tranquil garden and terrace create a peaceful retreat after exploring the natural landscape.
The price is $128
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Boutique B&B- Landhaus Talblick
Exterior

Hotel Thalfried

Hotel Thalfried
Ruhla
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
The price is $67
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Hotel Thalfried
Front of property

Sunday Hotel Friedrichroda & SPA

Sunday Hotel Friedrichroda & SPA
Friedrichroda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (140 reviews)
Escape to H+ Hotel & SPA Friedrichroda, just steps from Thuringian Forest. Enjoy the indoor pool, full-service spa with hot stone massages, and international cuisine at Panorama restaurant. Two train stations are a 6-minute walk away.
The price is $106
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sunday Hotel Friedrichroda & SPA
House | Interior

2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst

2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst
Friedrichroda
The price is $226
$250 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
2 Person Holiday Park Home in Friedrichroda OT Finst
Front of property

Landhotel Der Distelhof mit Scheunencafé

Landhotel Der Distelhof mit Scheunencafé
Dillstädt
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
Experience countryside tranquility at this Dillstadt hotel, just minutes from the Thuringian Forest. The on-site Scheunencafé serves authentic German dishes with garden views, while a terrace offers peaceful outdoor relaxation near popular local attractions.
The price is $120
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Landhotel Der Distelhof mit Scheunencafé
Comfort Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Waldhotel & Restaurant Hohe Sonne

Waldhotel & Restaurant Hohe Sonne
3.5 star property
Eisenach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
The price is $115
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Waldhotel & Restaurant Hohe Sonne
Aerial view

Hotel Waldmühle

Hotel Waldmühle
3.5 star property
Zella-Mehlis
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
Tucked near Thuringian Forest, this Zella-Mehlis retreat offers winter sports enthusiasts easy access to cross-country skiing. Unwind in the full-service spa with massages and sauna after outdoor adventures. The restaurant, garden, and terrace complete your relaxing mountain escape.
The price is $138
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hotel Waldmühle
Family Double Room | WiFi (free)

Pension am Schloss

Pension am Schloss
Meiningen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
Escape to this charming Meiningen guesthouse with a rooftop terrace offering castle vistas. Just a 10-minute walk from the train station and near Elisabethenburg Castle and Sudthuringisches Staatstheater, you'll enjoy free WiFi and parking during your stay.
The price is $97
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Pension am Schloss
Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Hotel Waldhaus Waltershausen

Hotel Waldhaus Waltershausen
Waltershausen
The price is $89
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Hotel Waldhaus Waltershausen
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When is the best time to visit Schmalkalden?

Our prices for hotels in Schmalkalden are cheapest in December
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Top landmarks in Schmalkalden

Schloss Wilhelmsburg

Schloss Wilhelmsburg is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Schmalkalden, why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Schmalkalden

Schmalkalden is well-known for its attractions such as Thuringian Forest and Thuringian Forest Nature Park.

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A town with red-roofed buildings, a prominent church tower, and green hills in the background.

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Hotel Haus Hainstein

Hotel Haus Hainstein

8/10 Good
"Dejligt hotel. Der kunne vi med glæde komme en anden gang"
Nini 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Haus Hainstein

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Schmalkalden?
Guests like Aktiv & Vital Hotel Thüringen, Hotel Herzog Georg and Kulturhotel Kaiserhof.
Can I book refundable accommodations in Schmalkalden?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Schmalkalden, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Schmalkalden if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
Browse 5 vacation homes on our site. In addition, you can choose from 7 apartments.
What will the weather in Schmalkalden be like during my vacation?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Schmalkalden when the average temp is 61°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 34°F. August and May are the months with the most rain.
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