Your stay — Dresdner Schatzkästchen
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The Property — Dresdner Schatzkästchen
The Dresdner Schatzkästchen is a family-run 3-star hotel in a quiet, historic district of Dresden, offering a homey atmosphere with individually decorated rooms and a charming breakfast room. The hotel's USP lies in its proximity to the iconic Zwinger Palace and the Elbe River, making it an ideal base for exploring the city's cultural and historical treasures. The lobby exudes a warm, inviting ambiance, with dark wooden paneling and comfortable seating areas. It's a great choice for couples and solo travellers seeking a relaxed, boutique-hotel experience.
Chronicles of Dresden
Dresden has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was founded as a Slavic settlement. The city's architectural evolution is marked by its transformation into the capital of the Electorate of Saxony during the Baroque period, with notable landmarks like the Zwinger Palace and Frauenkirche. Today, Dresden is known for its vibrant cultural scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and festivals celebrating its rich history and artistic heritage. The city's Neoclassical architecture and picturesque Elbe River valley make it a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dresden has a complex history, with significant events like the Allied bombing in 1945 and the subsequent rebuilding efforts.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dresden guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Dresden, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds, allowing for a more relaxed exploration of the city's attractions.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak tourist month, driven by the annual Dresden Festival, which features classical music, opera, and ballet performances. Expect higher hotel prices and larger crowds, but it's a great time to experience the city's cultural scene.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best shoulder months for budget-friendly options, with milder weather and fewer tourists. You can enjoy the city's scenic beauty without the peak-season crowds and prices.
Weather & packing
Dresden's climate is characterised by a continental climate with distinct seasons, so pack layers for your visit. Don't forget to bring a lightweight waterproof jacket, as sudden rain showers can occur throughout the year.
Live City Briefing — Dresden
- The Dresden Transport Association has introduced a new tram line connecting the city centre to the surrounding districts, making it easier to explore the city's outskirts and nearby attractions.
- The iconic Zwinger Palace is undergoing a major restoration project, which will affect some areas of the complex until 2027. Visitors can still access the palace's main areas, but some exhibitions and events may be temporarily relocated.
- The annual Dresden Festival will take place from June to August 2026, featuring a diverse programme of classical music, opera, and ballet performances. Be sure to book your tickets and hotel rooms in advance to avoid peak-season prices.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dresdner Schatzkästchen, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) if available, as they might be farther away from the street noise on Behringstraße, which can be moderate due to its location in the city center. The hotel has a total of 3 floors, so the top floors will likely have the most distance from street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as they might be prone to noise from staff and guests. Additionally, rooms near the lift on lower floors might experience more noise from frequent use.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address on Behringstraße does not provide an impressive view. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a slightly better view of the surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-5
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for moderate street noise on Behringstraße, which can be expected in a city center location. The hotel's layout and proximity to the service entrance and lift might also contribute to some noise disturbance.
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony if possible, as it might offer a bit more natural light and a small outdoor space. If you're arriving by car, be aware that parking might be limited in the surrounding area, so consider planning ahead or exploring alternative parking options.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Dresdner Schatzkästchen
free throughout, 1.5 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, historic wing has stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical papers available upon request, historic building has original wooden beams
15:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00 (€25)
available at front desk, €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, some rooms have restricted wheelchair access due to historic building quirks
on-site parking available, €15 per night, nearest public car park 'P+R Neustadt' €10 per day, EV charging available upon request
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in (refundable if no damage or noise)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Friedenskirche (578 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Adventgemeinde (835 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Katholische Pfarrei Sankt Antonius (929 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: Gebetsraum (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Löbtau-Passage — 565 m · ~7 min walk
Freizeitaue Dresden-Löbtau — 264 m · ~3 min walk
Eisenbahnmuseum Dresden — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Comödie — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Columbusstraße — 194 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 568 m · ~7 min walk
easyApotheke — 506 m · ~6 min walk
Die Marmeladen Mädchen — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Dresden Freiberger Straße — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can change money at banks, currency exchange offices (Wechselstuben) at the airport, or use an ATM to withdraw Euros with your debit/credit card. Be aware that airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates.
Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) are widely accepted, while contactless and mobile payments (e.g. Apple Pay, Google Pay) are less common, especially for smaller transactions.
Tipping in restaurants and bars is generally 5-10% of the total bill, while taxi drivers and hotel staff expect €1-2 per bag. Rounding up the bill or leaving small change is also common.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee at a café costs around €2-3, while a coffee at a bakery (Bäckerei) is around €1-2.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a fast food place, costing around €5-6.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant costs around €15-20, while a meal at a fast food place is around €8-10.
You can find affordable street food options in the Neustadt district, particularly around the Albertplatz.
Aldi and Lidl are budget-friendly supermarket chains with locations in the surrounding area.
For affordable high-street shopping, head to the Passage or Königstraße.
A day ticket for public transportation costs €6, while a single ticket is around €2. A budget-friendly way to get to the city from the airport is by bus (€6) or tram (€2.50).
Buy a day ticket for public transportation to save money, use cash instead of credit cards for small transactions, and take advantage of happy hour deals at bars and restaurants.
Good to know — Dresden
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Dresden112 is the single EU-wide emergency number. For non-urgent police assistance, call 0351 4830 from a landline or 110 for urgent matters. The main police station is at Schießgasse 7, 01067 Dresden.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dresden, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dresdner Schatzkästchen
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 568 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · easyApotheke — 506 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Dresden Airport (DRS) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altstadt)
💡 Book via the mytaxi app for a fixed price; avoid airport touts charging over 35 EUR.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof (Hbf) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altmarkt stop)
💡 Get off at Altmarkt, not Postplatz; the hotel is a 2-minute walk from there, not 10.
Dresden Neustadt station → Dresden Hauptbahnhof (Hbf)
💡 Use the S1 only for a direct Neustadt-to-Hbf hop; for the hotel, combine with Tram 3 from Hbf – a day pass is 8 EUR.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Taste Hotel Dresden (Altstadt)
💡 Buy a single ticket at the airport machine; validate it before boarding. The S2 platform is signposted from arrivals.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Day pass (€8) is best value. Tram 4 runs direct to 'Fetscherplatz' – exit at rear doors. Avoid tram 9 after 22:00 as it runs less frequently.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Dresden Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a single ticket for €2.50 at the airport vending machine. From Hauptbahnhof, take tram 4 or 9 to 'Fetscherplatz', then walk 5 minutes to Lindenschänke. Much cheaper than a taxi.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Bus 80 from airport to 'Infineon Süd' then change to tram 4 towards 'Laubegast' – get off at 'Fetscherplatz'. Tickets cover both buses and trams (valid 60 mins).
Dresden city centre (Postplatz) → Villa Weltemühle (Weißer Hirsch)
💡 From Postplatz, take tram 11 towards Weißer Hirsch. Get off at the terminus 'Weißer Hirsch' and walk two minutes downhill. A single ticket covers the whole route.
Dresden Neustadt station → Villa Weltemühle (Weißer Hirsch)
💡 Bus 63 stops right outside Neustadt station (exit towards Bismarckplatz). It runs directly up to Weißer Hirsch without changes — save time by using this over the tram if you're coming from the main station or airport.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Windsor Hotel (Altstadt)
💡 Book through the hotel concierge to avoid surcharges – a flat rate to the Altstadt is standard, but only if you pre-arrange.
Dresden Airport (DRS) → Lindenschänke Hotel
💡 Book via Taxi Dresden app for fixed price. Traffic on B6 can add 10 minutes at peak hours. Cash only in most cabs.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof → Windsor Hotel (Postplatz stop)
💡 Get the DVB app for mobile tickets – you can validate on board. The walk from Postplatz to the hotel is flat, past the Altmarkt, but the pavement gets icy in winter.
About Dresden
Wikipedia ↗
Dresden ( DREZ-den; German: [ˈdʁeːsdn̩] ; Upper Saxon: Dräsdn; Upper Sorbian: Drježdźany, pronounced [ˈdʁʲɛʒdʒanɨ]) is the capital city of the German state of Saxony and its second most populous city after Leipzig. It is the 12th most populous city of Germany, the fourth largest by area (after Berli...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) if available, as they might be farther away from the street noise on Behringstraße, which can be moderate due to its location in the city center. The hotel has a total of 3 floors, so the top floors will likely have the most distance from street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift, as they might be prone to noise from staff and guests. Additionally, rooms near the lift on lower floors might experience more noise from frequent use.
Is Dresdner Schatzkästchen noisy?
Be prepared for moderate street noise on Behringstraße, which can be expected in a city center location. The hotel's layout and proximity to the service entrance and lift might also contribute to some noise disturbance.
Which rooms have the best views at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
Unfortunately, the address on Behringstraße does not provide an impressive view. However, rooms on the higher floors might offer a slightly better view of the surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
Request a room with a balcony if possible, as it might offer a bit more natural light and a small outdoor space. If you're arriving by car, be aware that parking might be limited in the surrounding area, so consider planning ahead or exploring alternative parking options.
What time is check-in at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
Check-in at Dresdner Schatzkästchen is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dresdner Schatzkästchen have Wi-Fi?
free throughout, 1.5 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a currywurst from a street food stall or a fast food place, costing around €5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dresdner Schatzkästchen?
A day ticket for public transportation costs €6, while a single ticket is around €2. A budget-friendly way to get to the city from the airport is by bus (€6) or tram (€2.50).
When is the best time to visit Dresden?
June and September are ideal months to visit Dresden, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds, allowing for a more relaxed exploration of the city's attractions.
Top Attractions in Dresden
💡 Go just before noon. The carillon plays on the hour, and there’s usually a free organ recital at 12:00 on Saturdays.
💡 Start at the Augustus Bridge and head east. By foot, reach the Blaues Wunder bridge in 30 minutes—great spot for a beer at a kiosk.
💡 Start at the stairway near the Albertinum. At one end you’ll find the open-air café at the Kunsthalle—pricey, but worth the view of the Elbe.
💡 Go for the free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons — the acoustics are stunning.
💡 Arrive at sunrise for a quiet stroll without crowds; the light on the cathedral is beautiful.
💡 Go on a sunny morning—crowds are thinner. The courtyard at Hohenthalstraße 22 has a rain installation that sounds different at different times of day.
💡 Visit on a rainy day to hear the pipes play; combine with a cheap coffee at nearby Café Riesa.
💡 Visit the mini-train (Parkeisenbahn) that runs through the park. It’s a loop of about 2 km—€2 for adults, runs on weekends and school holidays.