Hotels in Ilmenau, Germany

Search and compare Ilmenau, Germany hotels from hundreds of travel sites and save.

Ilmenau, Germany
4 Apr — 5 Apr2
Ilmenau, Germany
Thu 4/4
Fri 5/4
...and more

Refine Your Search

Star ratings
Guest Ratings
Amenities
Freebies
See all filters

Popular hotels in Ilmenau

Discover well-known properties in Ilmenau that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 83 hotels in Ilmenau and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Ilmenau is .
These hotels in Ilmenau see the most activity from our users at the moment. Users can utilise the filters available to narrow down their search.
Filter by star ratings
All filters
Am Gabelbach 1, Ilmenau, Thuringia, Germany
Boasting free wireless internet access in all areas and an indoor pool, Berg- und Jagdhotel Gabelbach is situated in Ilmenau and offers stylish accommodation. It is ideally located for guests wishing to discover the area's attractions.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
652 reviews
Location
2.4 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Ilmenau

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Ilmenau. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Saturday
£37 - £383
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Where to stay in Ilmenau

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Ilmenau to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Utilise the map to find properties close to the Ilmenau area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking on a hotel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

About Ilmenau

Once an important mining town, Ilmenau is nestled amidst magnificent surroundings in the Thuringian Forest. During the 19th century, it became a favourite getaway of the German poet and playwright Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and went on to establish itself as a centre for porcelain and glass manufacturing.

Things to do in Ilmenau

Learn about Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s links to Ilmenau at the Goethe Stadt Museum, which occupies a Baroque residence designed by Gottfrie Heinrich Krohne in the mid-18th century. Not only was Goethe an influential writer but he worked to revive copper and silver mining in the region. Also within the museum is an exhibit about the political, industrial and social history of Ilmenau over the last 200 years.

A short drive south-west of Ilmenau is the Jagdhaus Gabelbach, a 1783-built hunting lodge that has been transformed into a museum dedicated to nature and the environment. It can be accessed along the 20-kilometre-long Goethe Hiking Trail that passes through the Thuringian Forest as it connects Ilmenau to Stutzerbach.

The Goethe Hiking Trail also connects to the Großer Hermannstein Observation Platform, which offers panoramic views across the Thuringian Forest. Goethe visited the spot many times to work and draw, describing it as “my beloved residence, where I would like to live and stay”. Carved into the rock face is a cave that is believed to have served as a castle guard room during the Middle Ages.

Getting around Ilmenau

Ilmenau is around 40 minutes’ drive from Erfurt and 30 minutes from Erfurt Weimar Airport, which has seasonal flights to destinations across Europe. The much larger Frankfurt Airport is three hours away. Regular trains connect to the Ilmenau railway station and buses travel throughout the town. The centre of Ilmenau can easily be explored on foot.

Facts about staying in Ilmenau

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ilmenau to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Ilmenau?

    One of the most popular hotels in Ilmenau is Hotel Tanne, which has been reviewed by 1,696 users and currently has a rating of 8.1/10. Other top-rated locations include Ilmenauer Hof and Hotel Garni Am Kirchplatz, which have received 8.0/10 and 8.4/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

Find better results for your stay in Ilmenau

Consider alternative stays in Ilmenau
If you are looking for a specific type of hotel, consider these options for trips to Ilmenau

Millions of Reviews
Real ratings and reviews from millions of guests, just like yourself. Book your perfect stay with confidence!
Best Hotel Deals
HotelsCombined sources over 3 million hotels and properties and compiles them in one place so you can compare the ideal accommodation.
Free Cancellation
Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book hotels and accommodations on HotelsCombined from agencies that offer free cancellation