Fodor's Expert Review Hotel zum Ritter

Editor's Note: This location is reported to be under new ownership and therefore this review may contain inaccuracies.

If this is your first visit to Germany or to Heidelberg, try to stay here, since it's the only surviving Renaissance building in Heidelberg—and one of the oldest—built in 1592 as the private home of a wealthy merchant, and it has an unbeatable location opposite the market square in the heart of Old Town. Some rooms are more modern and spacious than others, but all are comfortable, and the hallways are decorated with antiques. the staff are exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable about Heidelberg. You can enjoy German and international favorites in the restaurants Belier and Ritterstube. Both are wood paneled and have old-world charm, and like the rest of the hotel, offer impeccable service.