Small Boutique hotels in NORTH RHINE-WESTPHALIA

This newly-opened design hotel is located in the heart of Bochum, and is set in a unique city-centre building, part of the new Claudius Yards district. This area of the city has been carefully conceived as a user-friendly neighbourhood for people with limited mobility and other disabilities. Claudius Hotel offers delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in a quiet, central location. The Claudius Hotel is the ideal starting-off point for visiting this bustling, fascinating city. Perfect for both business and pleasure visits, it is just footsteps away from many of Bochum's most imporant landmarks and points of interest, including the City Hall, the Altes Brauhaus and the Propsteikirche St. Peter und Paul church. The famous Bermudadreieck district, the "Bermuda Triangle", with its night-life, cafés and restaurants, is also within easy reach. Bochum's excellent public transport system, with train, metro, bus and tram lines, provides quick and easy links with the rest of the city and the greater region. Claudius Hotel has just 18 stylishly decorated, light-filled rooms, featuring warm, light wood panelling and furniture and cosy fabrics. The ground floor Claudius Market Café is a multi-purpose space where guests can enjoy breakfast, snacks and cakes, along with a reading corner with brochures, books and guides. There is also a small shop with a selection of basics for daily needs, as well as fair-trade organic wine, teas and coffees and gourmet specialities.

This charming property is surrounded by lush parkland, and is situated in a historic estate with a history stretching as far back as 1298. A half timbered house and a nineteenth century manor form Gut Kump Gastronomie und Hotel, which after a long and eventful history, now offers delightful boutique style accommodation and fine cuisine in a tranquil rural location. Standing just over ten kilometres from the town centre of Hamm, Kump Gastronomie und Hotel is ideally placed for relaxing visits to this pretty corner of North Rhine-Westphalia. Golf enthusiasts will be delighted by the Gut Drechen 18-hole golf course, a stone's throw from the property, and the hotel offers a special golfing package deal, with green fees, accommodation and seasonal menus at the restaurant. Cuisine at the hotel is based on the finest local, seasonal produce and traditional recipes combined with the creative fusion touches of the chef and the kitchen brigade. Gut Kump Gastronomie und Hotel has just 35 rooms and suites, distributed between the ancient half-timbered house and the 19th century mansion. The rooms are air-conditioned, and feature a skilful blend of historic elements - massive exposed beams and noble timber flooring, antique furniture and ornate mouldings - along with modern design elements and amenities. All rooms offer charming views of the grounds and the surrounding countryside.

Hotel Detmolder Hof is located in the heart of the historic centre of Detmold, and is situated in a carefully restored and maintained heritage town house, originally built in 1560. After a long and eventful history, this Grade 1 listed building now offers luxurious boutique style accommodation and fine cuisine in a charming historic setting. Perfectly situated for exploring this beautiful city and the surrounding region, Hotel Detmolder Hof is just steps away from the Princely castle and the park, the Lippisches Landesmuseum, the Marktplatz and the Landestheater Detmold. Attractions close to the city include the Oerlinghausen open air archaeological museum and the Externsteine rock formations. The city is ideally located for golf enthusiasts, with 18 excellent courses within 50 kilometres of the hotel. Fine regional and international cuisine can be enjoyed in the hotel's two dining venues: the Weinstube, with its elegant period panelling, exposed beams and floral wall decorations, and the Bistro, with its traditional bar, high ceilings and open kitchen.

Located in the historic centre of the town of Hallenberg, Hotel Diedrich is situated in a traditionally styled inn, originally built in 1898. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation and rebuild, this family owned and run hotel, now in the fourth generation of ownership, offers charming boutique style accommodation, gourmet cuisine and fabulous spa facilities in a friendly, cosy atmosphere. Ideal for relaxing stays in the Hochsauerland region, this charming property is close to the mountains of the Rothaargebirge and the woods and valleys of the Hallenberger Wald. Popular outdoor activities in the area include hiking, Nordic walking and mountain biking, and winter sports can be enjoyed at the nearby Winterberg ski resort. The hotel has full bicycle and ski storage facilities. After a busy day in the mountains, guests can wind down and recharge in the hotel's enormous Spa and Wellness area, which features an indoor swimming pool, Finnish sauna, a steam bath, and much more. Fine gourmet cuisine is also high on the list of priorities at Hotel Diedrich, and Restaurant Anton offers delicious regional Sauerland dishes, created in its unique open-plan kitchen. Anton specialises in honest, fresh cuisine in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Nestled in delightful woodlands running down to the river Werse, Hotel Hof zur Linde is a historic cottage hotel set in a delightful period farmstead, originally built in 1648 and with a history stretching as far back as the 10th century. This charming property offers luxury boutique accommodation, fine regional cuisine and a range of unique services in a beautiful riverside setting. Less than twenty minutes from the centre of the historic city of Münster, Hotel Hof zur Linde is a fabulous spot for tranquil, relaxing visits to this beautiful corner of Westphalia. As a member of Bett+Bike, the hotel is ideal for cyclists, and there are a number of fabulous routes in the region, including the Werse Cycleway, following the course of the river for 122 kilometres. Other popular outdoor activities include kayaking and horse riding, and the hotel has stables as well as an electric launch for guests' use. Long a favourite with locals and visitors alike, the restaurant at Hotel Hof zur Linde is famous for its outstanding cuisine and friendly, cosy atmosphere. Featuring elegant antique furniture, oak beams and a roaring open fire on cold winter nights, the restaurant offers regional favourites based on the finest seasonal, local produce, and game from the surrounding countryside. For moments of quiet relaxation, the Linde Tenne bar is a delightful spot where guests can curl up by the fireside with a fine draft beer, or a glass of wine or champagne from the hotel's excellent cellar.

Named after the fabled Hugen (toads) and poet (puddle), this fabulous property enjoys a fairy-tale location, surrounded by magnificent parkland on the edge of the Kettwig district of Essen. Set in a splendid moated 17th century castle, Hotel Schloss Hugenpoet offers luxurious boutique accommodation, fine cuisine and bespoke services in a delightful rural location. Recently having undergone a thorough restoration, Hotel Schloss Hugenpoet is ideally situated for both business and pleasure visits to this bustling, vibrant area of the Ruhr Valley. Within easy reach of the centre of Essen, it is also just a short drive or railway trip from Düsseldorf. Surrounded by enchanting gardens, guests can enjoy tennis on site, while the Haus Oefte golf club is just a few minutes away. Hotel Schloss Hugenpoet has 37 rooms, suites and an exclusive villa, all elegantly appointed and spacious. Rooms feature a unique combination of magnificent antique furnishings and modern design pieces, and are all individually designed and decorated. For fine dining experiences in a relaxed, informal atmosphere, the hotel is host to the Hugenpöttchen restaurant, located in the former remise of the castle. Offering creative country-style cuisine, guest can enjoy meals in the stylish charm of the dining room, or in the summer, out of doors in the courtyard.

Enjoying a fine central location on a quiet street in Düsseldorf's Stadtmitte district, Hotel Sir & Lady Astor are situated in two neighbouring buildings, and offer charming boutique-style bed and breakfast accommodation in a friendly, family-run atmosphere. Sir Astor is inspired by the design concept "Scotland meets Africa", while Lady Astor features a more feminine, classical English floral-style décor. Ideally situated for both business and pleasure in this thriving city, Hotel Sir & Lady Astor is within easy reach of many of Düsseldorf's most outstanding landmarks and points of interest, including the Capitol Theatre, the central railway station, the stock exchange, and the Königsallee. The hotels also enjoy excellent public transport links with the rest of the city, with tram and bus stops within a three-minute walk of the property. A hearty breakfast buffet is served every morning in the elegant dining areas of the hotels, and guests can also enjoy moments of quiet relaxation in the delightful walled garden, a real privilege in central Düsseldorf.

Enjoying a fabulous, secluded location, nestled on the south-facing slopes of the Kahlen Asten mountains, Hotel Waldhaus Ohlenbach is a traditionally styled lodge hotel, offering luxurious four-star accommodation, fine cuisine and a range of fabulous activities in a spectacular mountain setting. Backing onto a dense pine forest, all rooms in Hotel Waldhaus Ohlenbach face south or south-west, and offer great views over the hilly forests of Hochsauerland. Ideal for active holidays in this beautiful region, hiking and mountain bike routes and Nordic walking trails lead off in all directions into the vastness of Hochsauerland. In winter, guests can enjoy cross-country skiing on the doorstep, while the family-friendly Skiliftkarussell Winterberg ski resort is just over nine kilometres away. After a busy day in the hills, guests can wind down and recharge in the spectacular Spa and Wellness centre, with saunas, Hammam, an indoor swimming pool and jet tubs. Hotel Waldhaus Ohlenbach hosts two fine dining venues: the Waldhaus Restaurant and the Schneider-Stube. The Waldhaus Restaurant offers tasty, healthy cuisine based on regional dishes and local produce, while the award-winning Schneider-Stube is the hotel's gourmet à la carte restaurant, where the chef's motto is fresh regional foods first. Guests can be sure of fine wine pairings from the hotel's cellar, with a magnificent selection of over 400 labels.

Located in a carefully renovated early twentieth-century mansion, Hotel Windsor enjoys a highly central location, close to Düsseldorf Wehrhahn railway station. Featuring classic English style décor and elegant furnishings, Hotel Windsor offers delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in a highly central setting. Close to some of the city's largest parks, Hotel Windsor is perfect for both business and pleasure in this historic city. A short tram ride from the Königsallee and the modern city centre, the Old Town and the museums are also within easy reach. Hotel Windsor has just 18 elegantly appointed and spacious rooms. Cosily decorated with antique-style furnishings and large, comfortable beds, the rooms feature a full range of modern amenities, including en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen satellite TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Located just outside the historic town of Weeze, Hotelschloss Hertefeld is a unique heritage property, standing in five hectares of beautiful parkland and ornamental gardens. This delightful boutique hotel is principally set in the ruins of the historic manor house, originally built in the fourteenth century and extensively damaged in 1945. After a careful and environmentally friendly rebuild, Hotelschloss Hertefeld offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in just six unique rooms and suites. Ideal for outdoor holidays in this beautiful area of the Lower Rhine, the flat landscape means that the region is ideal for cycling, rambling and horse riding, and there are nearly 210 kilometres of charming paths in the region, many following the course of the river Niers. Other popular activities in the region include fishing, kayaking and golf. Hotelschloss Hertefeld offers a number of exclusive package deals, including cookery courses, trips in a VW Beetle Cabrio, and special activities for families with young children. The hotel also boasts a range of conference and special events rooms, for successful business meetings or presentations and private celebrations.

Located in the heart of the Rothaar Mountains at the end of the spectacular Lahn Valley, Jagdhof Glashütte is situated in a carefully restored and modernised traditional inn. Nestled in the midst of dense woods and rolling meadows, this luxury boutique property offers five-star accommodation, gourmet cuisine and a range of bespoke services and activities in a charming rural location. Standing in the former hunting grounds of the counts of Wittgenstein, Jagdhof Glashütte is an oasis of hospitality, far from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. Ideal for relaxing holidays throughout the year, this spectacular property offers a magnificent range of on-site outdoor activities, including quad-bike rides, mountain biking, paragliding, and even helicopter trips and hot-air ballooning. The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, and guests can also take advantage of the Spa and Wellness centre, with a range of natural baths along with a selection of massages and treatments. Jagdhof Glashütte's gourmet restaurant, the Ars Vivendi, has been the proud holder of a Michelin star since 2014. In this charmingly decorated restaurant, chef Claudio Urru creates fabulous menus based on the traditional produce of the region, with the accent on fresh fish from the rivers and local game. More informal dining can be enjoyed in the Jagdhofstuben rotisserie and the cosy Fuhrmannskneipe tavern.

Not a hotel, this quiet holiday apartment in Germany comes complete with a big kitchen, parking, and a nearby bakery and supermarket. There is even smart TV and Netflix. Set in a peaceful residential area on the ground floor of a two story family house, the surroundings consist of wide sidewalks for pedestrians, well-kept houses and their mature trees. The town center is within walking distance. Create your own masterpieces in the complete kitchen with its oven, appliances and dishwasher. Lounge in relaxed luxury on the teal wrap-around sofa. Enjoy the cozy warmth of the underfloor heating. Stroll into town in about ten minutes for restaurants, sights, and shopping. Explore the area by car from your home base at Kissinger Street holiday home in Detmold.

Strolling down a lush promenade from the famous Domplatz of Munich will bring guests to the stunning design hotel, Mauritzhof Hotel. With its prime location and even more splendid designs, Mauritzhof Hotel is alluring in all its facets. The hotels restaurant, Reckos, creates dishes made with only first-class ingredients and passion, while the lounge & library and garden terrace provide a perfect place to sip on a morning coffee or unwind with a cocktail. This contemporary hotel features neutral colours in stylish patterns blended with detailing. Amenities are bountiful as well as a restful night’s sleep due to the dimming lights and extremely comfortable bedding. Mauritzhof Hotel is within walking distance from many of Munich’s finest sites. The Prinzipalmarkt and its historic gabled houses are a stone’s throw away. Meanwhile, plentiful restaurants, cafes, and bars surround the area making it a perfect place to experience the local culture and daily life.

Located in the heart of the Wuppertal countryside by the town of Ronsdorf, this elegant property is set in a carefully restored and modernised historic villa, originally built in 1906. Park Villa offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation, fine cuisine and a range of unique services in a quiet rural location. Less than a fifteen-minute drive from the centre of Wuppertal, Park Villa is ideal for relaxing visits to this bustling, artistic and industrious city, with its famous Schwebebahn floating tram and countless historic buildings, along with the Wuppertal Opera, the Wuppertal Dance Theatre, and The Skulpture Park Villa Waldfriede, among many other attractions. On-site facilities include a small but superb wellness area with a sauna, rain and massage showers, and a fitness room. The hotel also boasts a conference room for business events and , and a range of special package deals are also available, including golf packages at the nearby Felderbach course, and the exclusive drive and relax package, featuring a Jaguar F-Type or Mini John Cooper Works convertible. The Villa's winter garden is the venue for the hotel's Bistro-Restaurant, where guests can enjoy classic, freshly made regional cuisine in a sunny atmosphere with charming garden views.

Nestled in the grounds of Surenburg castle, Parkhotel Surenburg is a purpose-built property offering luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Located in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia, Parkhotel Surenburg is the ideal location for tranquil visits to this beautiful region, and offers a full range of services and facilities, including an extensive spa area with a large indoor swimming pool, riding stables and schooling areas, and a selection of golf packages on nearby courses. The hotel also boasts a number of private function rooms, for successful conferences, presentations, seminars or exclusive celebrations. Fine cuisine is at the top of the priorities of Parkhotel Surenburg, and the hotel's Westfälische Stube is the proud holder of a Michelin star, awarded in 2014. This small, informal restaurant features typical Westphalia décor, and offers creative regional cuisine that is by turns traditional and surprisingly new and sophisticated. Chef Richard Nussel and his team use the finest seasonal, local produce in their creations, including fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs from the kitchen garden at the castle, Surenburg beef, and game from the woods at Heereman'sche Wälder.

Standing just footsteps from Cologne's historic city hall, Stern am Rathaus enjoys a privileged location on a quiet street in the heart of the old town. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation, this charming boutique property offers delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in a quiet, though highly central location. Ideal for both business and pleasure in Cologne, Stern am Rathaus is within easy walking distance of many of the city's most important landmarks and points, including the cathedral, Great St. Martin church, the Ludwig Museum and the Cologn Philarmonic Orchestra building, and so much more. The trade fair is just a two minute train ride from the nearby central station, and the streets around the hotel are replete with fascinating cafés, restaurants for all tastes and budgets, and of course Cologne's world famous shopping. Stern am Rathaus has just eight cosy rooms, including a large Junior Suite arranged on two floors. All rooms are air-conditioned, and equipped with all modern amenities. An extensive continental breakfast buffet, featuring regional produce and freshly baked home-made bread, is served every morning in the café, and tea, coffee and drinks are available until the early evening.

Enjoying a spectacular location on the banks of the Rhine, beside the Rheinturm tower and overlooking the parliament building, The Red Apartments are set in a the former customs house of Düsseldorf, a historic listed building. This magnificent boutique property offers exclusive self-catering accommodation in 23 magnificent studios, suites and apartments. Ideal for relaxing stays in this magnificent city, The Red Apartments are within easy reach of many of Düsseldorf's most important landmarks and attractions. Both business and leisure visitors will enjoy its easy public transport links, as well as the numerous cafés and restaurants within a few minute's walk of the property in the fashionable Medienhafen area of the harbour. The Königsallee shopping avenue is also within easy reach. Accommodation at The Red Apartments consists of fully equipped studios, suites and apartments, ranging is size from 32 square metres of the studios to the huge 215 square metres of the largest penthouse apartment. All are fully equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, and feature fully equipped kitchens, designer furniture, noble timber flooring, flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations.

Enjoying a fine location on a quiet, tree lined avenue in the Flingern district of Düsseldorf, Villa Achenbach is set in a magnificent Victorian mansion. This charming property offers comfortable Bed and Breakfast accommodation in a tranquil, central setting. Perfect for both business and pleasure visits to this historic city, Villa Achenbach is just a short walk from the Lindemannstraße bus and tram stop, providing excellent links to the central station and the rest of the city. Düsseldorf, the seventh largest city in Germany, is an internationally famous business, fashion and fine arts centre, and as such, has an immense number of landmarks and museums, including the Rheinturm tower, the Wilhelm Marx House, the Akademie-Galerie, the Film Museum, and the Goethe Museum, among many others. Villa Achenbach has 16 luxurious rooms, all elegantly appointed and spacious. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation, the rooms offer all comforts, including large twin or double beds, work desks, large flat-screen TVs and modern en-suite bathrooms. The hotel's rich buffet breakfast is served in the lounge-bar, where snacks and drinks are served throughout the day.