We list the best hotels, hostels, B&Bs and guesthouses in Frankfurt as recommended by travel experts from CNN, Lonely Planet, Frommer’s, Fodor’s, New York Times and more. All hotel recommendations have been referenced with customer reviews and we only listed places that have at least a 4 out of 5-star customer review rating.
“Among Hotel Gerbermühle’s selling points is its fine dining restaurant (mains from €19.50) that combines local food (beef tartare, wiener schnitzel with cranberries) with international classics (chicken in calvados sauce). It is on the river and has great views of the city skyline.”
“The neo-Gothic facade of this former family mansion (built in 1904) belies an edgy interior that mixes minimalist furnishings and intriguing modern art. Guests gather in the back courtyard for drinks, chats and sunshine.”
“With its glass tower and shiny saddleback roof, the 28-story Jumeirah holds its own among the architectural icons of downtown. Overlooking the Zeil pedestrian precinct and a seven-minute walk from Goethstrasse, the Jumeirah boasts a best of Frankfurt location for a shopping expedition.”
“The Libertine Lindenberg in the city’s unrushed Alt-Sachsenhausen district is a new, well-priced all-suite hotel that feels genuinely different. It does away with the traditional reception desk – who needs ’em? – and focuses on home-from-home design, hand-made furnishings and a communal living room-cum-cafe. There’s even an in-house recording studio.“
Featured in The Guardian’s 20 great hotels to stay in Germany in 2016.
”This branch of the boutique chain is known as “Levi’s Hotel” in honour of its next-door neighbour – the German HQ of Levi Strauss – and comes with an assortment of rooms in different shades of blue.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Frankfurt.
”A favourite in the Sachsenhausen district south of the Main, this is a mock Tudor-style mansion stuffed with family portraits and kitsch colonial trinkets.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Frankfurt.
“Right next to the river lies Hotel Nizza, built in 1993 for hosting actors and artists performing in the city. The style is somewhere between minimalist and eccentric, with some great antique furniture details, a pool and billiard room and a roof garden to relax.”
“The Pure is, as the name suggests, a minimalist design hotel not far from the Bahnhofsviertel, the train station quarter with its sometimes seedy, sometimes chic bars and nightclubs.”
“Located in Frankfurt’s Bockenheim district, the Robert Mayer blends Bohemian vibes and modern technology in a small, comfortable hotel that’s Frankfurt’s best value. Local artists were commissioned to design each of the 12 guest rooms inside this early 20th-century townhouse.”
“Offering a winning combination of tranquillity, modern German design and small-hotel comforts, this century-old, tangerine-coloured villa has 38 spacious rooms, some with free-standing baths and four-poster beds.”
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Lonely Planet
The capital of the state of Hessen, Frankfurt is a busy city. Located in the heart of Germany, it is a magnificent blend of various cultures. There are operas, theatres, book fairs, festivals, universities, and recreational parks adorning this beautiful city.
Sachsenhausen
Sachsenhausen is popular among the artists coming to Frankfurt in search of a novel inspiration. It has ample beer and wine shops. Shopping is one of the preferred activities of this area, and it has plenty of malls and shopping outlets.
Bockenheim
Bockenheim is the affordable neighbourhood of the city. It is adorned by pretty parks and long sidewalks. This neighbourhood is a populated one. One may quite easily find budget hotels, resorts and cafes here.
Nordend
Nordend is a pretty large neighbourhood. This is a pretty family-centric neighbourhood, but there are several artists and tourists as well. There are several bars lining the streets of certain areas of this neighbourhood. It is the perfect place for wine lovers. People here are extremely friendly.
Westend
Known as the luxury neighbourhood, the area of Westend is a pretty wealthy place in terms of lifestyle. There are several outlets for weekend relaxation and elegant wine shops and cafes. It is also close to the centre of the city, and is enveloped by lush greenery.
Bornheim
It is a place of large apartments and busy streets. Terrace cafes of Bornheim are simply beautiful. This neighbourhood has areas which are quiet and peaceful, and also places where youngsters would love to enjoy clubbing and dancing. Bornheim makes for a pretty good scenic area.
Also check out our travel guide about the best areas to stay in Frankfurt.
For a 3-star hotel you have to pay around $110 per night and for a 4-star hotel you would be looking at $150 per night. If you're after a luxury 5-star Frankfurt hotel then you can expect to pay around $250 per night.
If you're looking for a cheap hotel in Frankfurt, then book Hotel Robert Mayer. It's an excellent budget hotel offering great value for money. It's in a good location, it's been recommended by travel experts and the hotel has excellent customer reviews.
If money isn't a problem and you're looking for a luxury hotel in Frankfurt, then go for Rocco Forte Villa Kennedy. The hotel offers excellent service, it's in a top location, it has been rated very highly by previous guests and renowned travel critics have recommended it.
Jumeirah Hotel or Hotel The Pure, if you're looking for a delicious breakfast in Frankfurt. Both hotels have excellent customer review ratings for breakfast.
If you're looking for a room with a view, then try the Hotel Gerbermühle or the Jumeirah Hotel, both hotels offer some amazing views of Frankfurt according to recent customer reviews.
If you're looking for a romantic Frankfurt hotel for couples then try Jumeirah Hotel. The hotel has excellent customer review ratings by couples.
Frankfurt Sightseeing Cruise: 1 or 2 Hours. Cruise the River Main in Frankfurt for spectacular views of the city’s skyline. Available as a 1-hour or 2-hour tour, see sights such as the pubs of Sachsenhausen and European Central Bank. Jump off at Gerbermühle and learn about the poet Goethe. Price: $13.
Frankfurt: 3-Hour Bike Tour. Explore Frankfurt by bicycle on this exciting 3-hour bike tour. Visit the famous sights and get exclusive insider tips on the city. Learn more about the cider taverns and discover the trendy district of Sachsenhausen. Price: $28.
Heidelberg Half-Day Trip from Frankfurt. Escape the bustle of Frankfurt on a half-day tour of beautiful, riverside Heidelberg. Make the short trip south by coach, then spend hours exploring the medieval town with your savvy guide. Price: $95.
More things to do in Frankfurt
Officially known as the City of Frankfurt am Main, the city is the largest in the German state of Hesse. Formerly a city-state, the city lost its sovereignty in the year 1866. The city is a culturally diverse one with almost half of the population having a migration background.
Frankfurt is an alpha global city and a global center for commerce, culture, education, transportation, and tourism. Frankfurt is the center of finance for the European continent. Within the city, several headquarters of famous, renowned and large banks are situated in the city. Also, several cloud and fintech startups are present in the city.
Frankfurt is an investment base with numerous automotive, technology and research services, consulting, media and creative industries located in the city. Frankfurt is home to some of the largest in the world; the world’s largest trade fair, the world’s largest motor show and the world’s largest book fair. The city also has the world’s largest internet exchange point.
The city is renowned for its cultural venues and concert hall which include Europe’s largest English theatre, many museums, and the Schin art venue. Frankfurt is indeed a city of spectacle.
We recommend that you read our guide about where to stay in Frankfurt. It gives you an excellent overview of the most popular areas, highlighting the main attractions and hotel recommendations for each area. If you like our list of best hotels and hostels in Frankfurt, then you should also check out our selection of recommended hotels in Berlin or the best hotels in Munich.