About this property

This intimate, family-run hotel near the Rennsteig hiking route and Vessertal reserve will seduce you with its individually designed rooms and award-winning gastronomy. Situated between Suhl and Ilmenau, the hotel is ideal for hiking and skiing along the scenic Rennsteig trails. Go mountain climbing, relish the fresh air and admire the abundant flora and fauna of the Vessertal reserve. The hotel’s easy access to the B4 route and ample parking facilities guarantee hassle-free holidays. After fun-filled outings, treat yourself to the restaurant’s excellent cuisine which has earned it Thüringen’s Gastronomy Prize multiple times. Enjoy gourmet menus and hearty specialities which are served on crockery from the hotel’s own pottery.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Siret
    Estonia Estonia
    Very nice location in the middle of Thuringen forests. A lot of cycling and hiking trails nearby. Hotel itself is very nice, a lot of space outside. Very quiet location. Hotel restaurant is very good, a bit expencive, but meals are good.
  • Florian
    Ireland Ireland
    The food was outstanding and the whole setup of the hotel and their concept was executed superbly. We enjoyed our stay greatly and ended up buying a voucher to gift to our family, so we may share the great experience. Would greatly recommended!
  • Kathrin
    Germany Germany
    Das Frühstück und auch das Abendessen war einfach perfekt! Zum Frühstück noch warmes und sehr leckeres Brot, auf den Punkt gekochte Eier, Wurst, Käse ..., es war einfach überragend. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Das gesamte Hotel ist sehr hübsch und...
  • Christoph
    Germany Germany
    Traumhaft ruhige Lage, gerade in der Hitzeperiode August 2025 angenehme Temperaturen (Höhenlage), weitläufiges Hotel-Gelände in einem kleinen Waldgebiet.
  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    Idyllische Lage mit tollen Gastgebern. Top Essen + Frühstück.
  • Rudi
    Belgium Belgium
    Zeer vriendelijke eigenares.. Goed restaurant ter plaatse met focus op Thüringer gerechten.. mooi ingerichte locatie met toepassing van de gemaakte keramiek uit het atelier van de eigenares... ruime kamer.
  • Rudolf
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Sehr schöne ruhige Lage am Dorfrand. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen in den Thüringer Wald. Wir hatten zwei Zimmer mit direktem Ausgang. Ideal mit Hunden. Sehr gutes Essen und Frühstück, sehr freundliches Personal.
  • Regina
    Germany Germany
    Ein überaus freundliches Hotel, sowohl vom Personal her als auch in der farbenfrohen und liebevollen Einrichtung. Mir hat es als Wanderer auf dem Rennsteig (ich musste ca. 800m vom Rennsteig abschweifen) sehr gut gefallen, ein ruhiges Einzelzimmer...
  • Rainer
    Germany Germany
    Sehr freundliche Bedienung, Sehr schönes ruhiges Zimmer mit Blick in die Natur. Schmackhaftes Essen im höheren Preissegment. Fahrradunterbringung mit Lademöglichkeit wurde komplikationslos improvisiert.
  • Cedric
    Belgium Belgium
    Zeer rustig, goede kamers, je kan er werken (bureau), goed ontbijt, zeer goede koffie (!!), veel parkeerplaats, goed bereikbaar, zicht op natuur vanuit elke kamer.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant Gastinger
    • Cuisine
      German • International
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Gastinger Hotel-Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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