Small Boutique hotels in SAXONY

Enjoying a fine location on a quiet cobbled street in the heart of the Neustadt district, a short distance from the river Elbe, Bülow Residenz is set in a carefully restored 18th century mansion. This luxury boutique property offers exclusive accommodation in a warm, tranquil atmosphere. Ideal for both business and leisure visits to this thriving city, many of Dresden's most important landmarks and attractions are within easy reach of the Bülow Residenz. A fifteen minute walk will take visitors across the Augustus bridge to the magnificently rebuilt Frauenkirche Dresden, Dresden Castle, the Transport Museum and the Hofkirche, among many other magnificent sights. The historic centre offers myriad taverns, cafés and restaurants, and there is excellent shopping on both sides of the river. Breakfast is served every morning in the splendid dining room, with its huge windows and antique furnishings. Gourmet dining is offered in the adjoining Bülow Palais, where the Caroussel restaurant has a Michelin Star. Guests may also enjoy Bülow's Bistro, and take advantage of the Palais Spa and Fitness centre, free of charge.

Located in the historic heart of Görlitz, Emmerich Hotel is set in a fabulous heritage building, originally built in the late 15th century by Georg Emmerich, who was mayor of the town for twenty years in the middle ages. After a painstaking and lengthy restoration, this charming property offers luxurious boutique-style bed and breakfast accommodation in a magnificent historic setting. Standing in the midst of this beautiful, historic town, sometimes nicknamed "Görliwood" due to its popularity with film producers - "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "The Reader" were filmed here - Emmerich Hotel is where Jackie Chan jumped out of a window to escape on a balloon in "Around the World in Eighty Days", and is close to all the most important points of interest in Görlitz, including the Untermarkt, the St. Peter and Paul church or the Schönhof, the oldest Renaissance building in the town. Zgorzelec, its near neighbour in Poland, is a short walk across the bridges. With just 15 rooms including two spacious suites, intimate, tranquil stays are guaranteed at Emmerich Hotel. The carefully restored rooms and public areas of the hotel feature original timber beams, exposed brick and stonework, fabulous antique and reclaimed furniture, along with custom made minimalist and Scandinavian design pieces, combined with elegant, relaxing colour schemes - olive green, dusky pink, or stone gray set the cosy tone. It goes without saying that all rooms feature the latest high-tech amenities, including Wi-Fi throughout, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Enjoying a fabulous location, just footsteps from the banks of the river Elbe in Meissen, Fährhaus Meissen is set in a carefully restored and modernised traditional inn, and offers charming boutique style accommodation in a delightful, central setting. Backing onto a dense little wood, and overlooking a small vineyard, Fährhaus Meissen is ideally placed for visiting this beautiful historic town. It offers dramatic views of the towering Albrechtsburg, and is within easy reach of many more of Meissen's most important points of interest, including the historic quarter and the Frauenkirche. The porcelain museum and factory is also a must-see visit. Arranged around a delightful courtyard patio, the Fährhaus Meissen Café is a fantastic spot for enjoying drinks and snacks from the self-serve fridge bar, and guests can also enjoy the cosy intimacy of the evening lounge. The guest house also functions as a living art gallery, and throughout the hotel, guests will find a fabulous selection of hand-painted porcelain, colourful paintings and hand painted ceramic tiles in the bathrooms.

Surrounded by lush forests, and standing in beautiful landscaped gardens, Gästehaus Wolfsbrunn is set in a beautiful art nouveau mansion, originally built in 1912. After an eventful history before and after the second world war, it was acquired by its present owners in 1997 and painstakingly restored to its former glory. This charming property now offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation and fine international cuisine in a fabulous rural location. Ideally placed for relaxing visits to the Zwickau district of the Free State of Saxony, Gästehaus Wolfsbrunn is located by a meander of the river Zwickauer Mulde, and is close to the charming little town of Hartenstein, with its dramatic castle. Zwickau is just over fifteen kilometres from the hotel. Outdoor activities available in the region include hiking and cycling in the Ore mountains, canoeing on the river, or tennis on the castle's court. The Wolfsbrunn Restaurant, located in the sun-drenched pavilion, with its beautiful art-nouveau decorative elements, must be one of the most beautiful dining rooms in the region, and serves daily changing menus featuring modern recipes marked by international influences and based on the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The Amber Room is a Scottish Highland themed bar and lounge, where guests can enjoy a fine range of draught beers, wines, snacks and cocktails in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Arranged around a quiet courtyard in the heart of Leipzig's historic centre, Hotel Fregehaus is located in a beautiful merchant's house, originally built in 1707 on the site of much older renaissance-era structure. After a painstaking and careful restoration by its architect owner, this charming boutique property offers delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Standing footsteps away from Leipzig's main tourist information office and the Museum of Fine arts, Hotel Fregehaus is the ideal spot for short or long stays in this beautiful historic city. Many of Leipzig's most important points of interest, including the Thomaskirche, the St. Nicholas Church, the Gewandhaus, and the Auerbachs Keller are a just a short walk from the hotel, while the surrounding streets are replete with fascinating museums and art galleries, cafés, restaurants and an excellent range of shopping. Leipzig's excellent tram and rail system provides quick and easy links with the rest of the city and the greater region, and Hotel Fregehaus' friendly staff can organise bicycle hire for guests. Every morning, a delicious buffet breakfasts consisting of freshly baked breads and an excellent range of regional specialities is served in the cosy, elegant dining area. Coffee and cakes, mulled wine and cookies are also available on request in the afternoons. Water and fine regional wines are on sale at reception.

Enjoying a privileged location in the Altstadt district and just a few steps from the Frauenkirche Dresden, Hotel Suitess is set in a magnificently restored and renovated baroque building. This elegant boutique property offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in a highly central situation. Perfect for both business and pleasure visits to this magnificent city, many of Dresden's most important landmarks and monuments are within easy walking distance of Hotel Suitess. These include Dresden castle, the Semperoper opera house and the Zwinger palace. The river-front of the Elbe, with its famous bridges, is less than five minute's walk from the hotel, and visitors can enjoy river cruises and excursions on historic paddle steamers from the quays. Hotel Suitess offers guests a range of bespoke services and facilities, including concierge and butler services, chauffeur driven limousines and airport shuttles, city guides and childcare, among many others. Guests at the hotel can enjoy exclusive breakfasts at the Moritz restaurant, and in fine weather, evening meals are served on the rooftop terrace, with spectacular views of the Frauenkirche. A range of spa and wellness packages are also offered.

Standing in huge shady gardens in the heart of the Meissen wine growing region of Saxony, Hotel Villa Sorgenfrei is set in a carefully restored late 18th century mansion. This charming country house offers exclusive accommodation in a tranquil, rural setting. Located just nine kilometres from the centre of Dresden, Hotel Villa Sorgenfrei is perfect for relaxing visits to this beautiful corner of Saxony. True to its name, "carefree", guests will find many fascinating landmarks and attractions within easy reach of the hotel. Radebeul itself is famous for its vineyards, and there are also a number of interesting museums. Other nearby attractions include Meissen and Moritzburg, with its fabulous castle. Among countless activities in the region, visitors can enjoy cycling and hiking along the banks of the Elbe, and of course visiting vineyards and wineries on the Saxony wine route. Accommodation at Hotel Villa Sorgenfrei consists of just sixteen rooms and one suite, located in the main building and in the wine grower's house. Decorated in an authentic 18th century style, the rooms feature authentic painted panelling, noble timber flooring and elegant antique furnishings. Guests can also enjoy the hotel's exclusive restaurant, which serves snacks and home-made cakes and pastries during the day, and a delicious gourmet menu based on the finest seasonal produce in the evenings.

Once the property of the art collector and publisher Otto Horn, Rebenhaus Meissen was built around 1830. After a long and eventful history, the house fell into disrepair after the second world war, and was rescued in 2007 by its present owners. Painstakingly restored with respect for the original structure and materials of the house, this charming property now offers two boutique-style apartments in a splendid location, standing in the midst of its own vineyards and overlooking the river Elbe and the beautiful historic town of Meissen. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful corner of the Free State of Saxony, guests at Rebenhaus Meissen enjoy unobstructed panoramic views of the old town of Meissen, the Albrechtsburg and the cathedral from the windows of the apartments. A small footpath through the vineyard leads to the medieval centre of the town, while the Elbe Cycle Path is also within easy reach.

Standing in the grounds of the fabulous 18th century Schloß Pillnitz palace, the summer residence of the kings of Saxony, Schloss Hotel Dresden Pillnitz is set in a beautiful neo-Baroque building. This luxurious 4-star hotel offers exclusive boutique-style accommodation, fine cuisine and bespoke services in a unique historic palace setting. Ideal for tranquil, relaxing stays in this fascinating city, Schloss Hotel Dresden Pillnitz is within easy reach of all of Dresden's most important landmarks and attractions, yet far from the bustle and traffic of the city centre. One of Dresden's most important monuments, Schloß Pillnitz offers an immense selection of attractions, including three separate palace buildings - the Riverside Palace, the Upper Palace, and the New Palace - along with fabulous ornamental gardens, a huge riverside park, and much, much more. Schloss Hotel Dresden Pillnitz of course offers fabulous views of the palace and the park. For easy trips along the riverside cycle paths, guests can make use of the hotel's bicycle hire service, and Dresden's historic paddle steamers make regular trips up and down the river Elbe from the palace pier. Restaurant Kamin serves fabulous gourmet menus based on traditional Saxon cuisine and the finest French gastronomic arts in elegant, historic surroundings, while the Winter Garden Café offers more informal Bistro cuisine in its cosy dining area or on the sunny terrace. Other delightful venues include the Beer Garden and the Castle Wine Cellar. Schloss Hotel Dresden Pillnitz also offers a number of exclusive private spaces for successful conferences, seminars, presentations or private events and celebrations.

This fairy-tale castle located in a rural area near the border of Germany and the Czech Republic, is not only a charming historic hotel, it also has a fine dining restaurant and cozy wellness facilities on site. Each comfortable bedroom has free Internet, a private modern bathroom, antique furniture, and its own unique traditional character. Experience the wellness facilities set in the enchanting cellar vaults. Unwind in the Finnish sauna. Take an invigorating dip in the cool indoor swimming pool, free for hotel guests. Discover the rustic hiking trails and enjoy the splendor of the surrounding natural landscape. Explore the glassworks museum and the nutcracker museum in the small town nearby. Perfect for a romantic wedding celebration, Schloss Purschenstein can host over 100 guests. For elegant private events and functions, this castle hotel is truly a hidden gem. The regal towers, extensive grounds, and classic sophisticated ambiance make this a dream retreat for lovers of culture, history, and nature.