🇩🇪 Weimar, Germany
Erbenhof Hotel
📍 Brauhausgasse 10, 99423 Weimar, Germany
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Your stay — Erbenhof Hotel
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The Property — Erbenhof Hotel
Erbenhof Hotel is a practical base in Weimar's Altstadt, blending a 19th-century facade with modest, functional interiors. The lobby feels like a well-kept guesthouse: clean parquet floors, a reception desk with brochures for Bauhaus tours, and the faint smell of floor polish. It suits budget-conscious history travellers who want a central location and don't need frills.
Chronicles of Weimar
Weimar was first documented in 899 AD as a settlement on the Ilm river. It rose to prominence as the cultural capital of the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar, hosting Goethe and Schiller, whose works shaped German classicism. The Bauhaus school was founded here in 1919, though it moved to Dessau in 1925. Post-war, Weimar became a GDR showcase city, now rebuilt as a UNESCO-listed centre of literature and design.
Best Time to Visit
Full Weimar guide →Best months
May, June, and September: warm days (18–25°C), little rain, and crowds moderate; summer festivals add buzz.
Peak / festival surge
June is peak due to the Weimar Summer Festival and Goethe's birthday events; hotel prices rise 30–40% above average.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: hotel discounts of 20% compared to June; cooler (10–15°C) but fewer tourists; some outdoor attractions close in Oct.
Weather & packing
Weimar has a continental climate with sudden summer thunderstorms. Pack a light waterproof jacket even in June.
Live City Briefing — Weimar
- The Bauhaus Museum remains open with extended hours until 8pm in summer.
- Tram line 2 on Ettersburger Strasse is suspended for track repairs until mid-July, but free shuttle buses run.
- The new 'Weimar Card' offers free bus travel and discounted entries to 12 museums; buy online or at tourist info.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Erbenhof Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the first floor (lift serves all three floors) for easier access and to minimize potential elevator noise. Additionally, considering the hotel's Brauhausgasse address, rooms further from the street might offer a quieter experience due to potential traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the main entrance with the portable ramp, as noise from guests and staff entering the hotel might disturb your stay.
Best views
Unfortunately, there's no information on the hotel's room orientation or view options. However, rooms on higher floors (first or second) might offer a better view of the surrounding area, but this is speculative.
Quietest floors
The first floor is likely the quietest, as it's the middle floor and has the least potential for noise disturbance from the street or elevator.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests should be aware that Brauhausgasse can be a busy street with some traffic, which might seep into the hotel, especially on the ground floor.
Insider tips
Consider using the Parkhaus am Goetheplatz for parking, as it's within a 5-minute walk, and the €12/night fee is reasonable. Be prepared to login or use a password for the hotel's Wi-Fi if it's not open network, although it's specified as open in the property data.
- 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 — Erbenhof Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 50 Mbps download, no login required (open network).
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections in main building.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader on lobby iPad (no physical papers); historic building with original 19th-century timber-beam ceiling in breakfast room.
Standard check-in 15:00–22:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 free or until 18:00 for €30 (subject to availability).
Free, available at reception before check-in and after check-out.
Ground-floor rooms available; main entrance has a ramp (portable); lift fits standard wheelchair; no grab bars in all bathrooms.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus am Goetheplatz (€12/night, 5-min walk). No EV charging on property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, including children 6+)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul (139 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Koreanische Evangelische Gemeinde in Weimar (217 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Jakobskirche (249 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Advent Haus (305 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Weimar Atrium — 452 m · ~6 min walk
Jakobskirchhof — 229 m · ~3 min walk
Museum zur bürgerlichen Wohnkultur im 18. und 19. Jahrhundert — 96 m · ~1 min walk
Wilde Bühne — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Spielpunkt Waben — 241 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 388 m · ~5 min walk
Apotheke am Goetheplatz — 390 m · ~5 min walk
Orientalische Lebensmittel Abu Somar — 52 m · ~1 min walk
Goetheplatz — 389 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist areas, which take high commissions.
Contactless debit/credit cards widely accepted; smaller shops and stalls may expect cash. Mobile pay common in supermarkets and chain stores.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotels: small change for porters/housekeeping (€1–2).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Americano from a bakery kiosk: about €1.50–2.
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
Pizza or pasta at a casual Italian trattoria: €8–12 for a main.
Near the market square and along the pedestrian zone you'll find bratwurst stalls, Döner shops, and Asian noodle stands.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are the main budget supermarkets in the area.
C&A and H&M on the main shopping streets; second-hand shops around the Altstadt offer cheap finds.
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
Buy a Weimar Card for discounted museum entry and free public transport. Eat lunch at a bakery (Mittagstisch specials under €5). Shop for produce at the weekly farmers' market rather than the Rewe.
Good to know — Weimar
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Emergency Contacts
WeimarWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Weimar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Erbenhof Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 388 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke am Goetheplatz — 390 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Weimar Hbf → Höhe 304 (Buchenwald stop)
💡 Trams run less frequently on Sundays — use 'WeimarMobil' app for live departures. Validate ticket on board or fine is 60 EUR.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Höhe 304 hotel
💡 Book via +49 3643 500100 for fixed price to avoid meter surprises. Cash only with some drivers.
Erfurt Hbf (via bus from airport) → Weimar Hbf
💡 Buy a 'Deutschlandticket' for unlimited local travel. From Weimar station, take bus line 1 to 'Buchenwald Memorial' stop, then walk 5 min.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hbf / Höhe 304
💡 Bus line 105 stops at Goetheplatz, a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel. Check schedule online — it’s often late.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy your ticket at the DB machine at the airport station—cash only sometimes. The ride is direct, no change needed.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sparpreis ticket online in advance for €12–18. If arriving at Leipzig airport, take the S-Bahn (€3) to Leipzig Hbf, then change to ICE. Avoid Frankfurt Airport – it adds 3 hours of travel.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Residenz (stop: Goetheplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform—coins only, no cards. Validate it before boarding. Trams run reliably and drop you right near the hotel.
Erbenhof Hotel (stop: Goetheplatz) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Walk 3 mins from the hotel to Goetheplatz tram stop. Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform – coins only, unless you use the VMT app. Day tickets (€5.50) include buses and trams and are often cheaper for two trips.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Markt)
💡 Get off at Markt, not Goetheplatz. Exit the station, cross the forecourt, and the bus stop is on your left. Cash only on board—exact change helps.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Theaterplatz)
💡 Tram 2 is faster than bus 1 if your pension is near Theaterplatz—just walk two minutes south. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard, or you’ll risk a fine.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Hotel Residenz, Weimar
💡 Book at least a day ahead with a fixed-price company like Taxi Weimar or Airporttransfer-Thueringen; avoid the rank drivers who charge up to 20% more. It's a long drive but the only door-to-door option.
Frankfurt Airport → Weimar central bus stop (Goetheplatz)
💡 Cheapest option but bumpy and often late. Reserve seats early via the FlixBus app. The bus stop at Goetheplatz is a 10-minute walk to Hotel Residenz.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Erbenhof Hotel?
Request rooms on the first floor (lift serves all three floors) for easier access and to minimize potential elevator noise. Additionally, considering the hotel's Brauhausgasse address, rooms further from the street might offer a quieter experience due to potential traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Erbenhof Hotel?
Avoid rooms near the main entrance with the portable ramp, as noise from guests and staff entering the hotel might disturb your stay.
Is Erbenhof Hotel noisy?
Guests should be aware that Brauhausgasse can be a busy street with some traffic, which might seep into the hotel, especially on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Erbenhof Hotel?
Unfortunately, there's no information on the hotel's room orientation or view options. However, rooms on higher floors (first or second) might offer a better view of the surrounding area, but this is speculative.
What are insider tips for staying at Erbenhof Hotel?
Consider using the Parkhaus am Goetheplatz for parking, as it's within a 5-minute walk, and the €12/night fee is reasonable. Be prepared to login or use a password for the hotel's Wi-Fi if it's not open network, although it's specified as open in the property data.
What time is check-in at Erbenhof Hotel?
Check-in at Erbenhof Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Erbenhof Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 50 Mbps download, no login required (open network).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Erbenhof Hotel?
€3.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, including children 6+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Erbenhof Hotel?
Döner kebab or Currywurst with chips from a stand: €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Erbenhof Hotel?
Day pass for bus/tram within the city: about €5. From Leipzig/Halle airport: take the FlixTrain or regional train (€15–20).
When is the best time to visit Weimar?
May, June, and September: warm days (18–25°C), little rain, and crowds moderate; summer festivals add buzz.
Top Attractions in Weimar
💡 Check the notices board for free lunchtime organ recitals (usually Thursdays at 12:15). The crypt is open during services but locked otherwise; ask the verger for a quick peek.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often Saturday afternoons at 15:00. Sit in the front pews left of the altar for the best acoustics.
💡 Enter via the Frauenplan gate to start at Goethe’s Garden House (free entry to the garden, but house interior costs €8). The best picnic spot is by the Ilm weir near the Roman House.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often on Saturday afternoons. The crypt costs €2 but skip it unless you're a Herder fan.
💡 Tours in English run at 2pm on Saturdays; book at the tourist office the day before. No bag checks so bring small bags only.
💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and the best light on the classical buildings.
💡 Walk uphill behind Goethe's garden house for a view over the whole park. Take a picnic—there are benches by the river near the Schillerbogen bridge.
💡 Check for free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons. The church is quieter mid-morning.