Vitalhotel Zum Löwen
8.2
Excellent(502 reviews)
Schwabthal 5/D, 96231 Bad Staffelstein, Germany
+49 9573 92800
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Hotel Description
Vitalhotel Zum Löwen, located at Schwabthal 5/D, 96231 Bad Staffelstein, Germany, is a charming Bavarian chalet nestled in the heart of the picturesque village center. This relaxed, Alpine-style hotel offers guests a cozy, inviting atmosphere, combining rustic charm with modern amenities. The property is ideally situated, just 8 km from the town center of Bad Staffelstein and a short 13 km from the historic Kloster Banz, a Benedictine monastery that adds cultural significance to the area. The hotel's location offers easy access to local attractions and outdoor activities, making it a great base for exploring the stunning Franconian countryside. Guests can enjoy a blend of tranquil rural surroundings and the vibrant energy of nearby towns and cultural landmarks. The architecture is a delightful nod to traditional Bavarian design, with a welcoming ambiance that perfectly suits guests looking for a peaceful retreat or an active getaway.
Rooms at Vitalhotel Zum Löwen are designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, featuring warm, cozy interiors with Alpine-style decor. Each room and apartment is equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony offering beautiful countryside views. Upgraded rooms feature spacious sitting areas and desks, perfect for guests who may need to work during their stay. For those looking for extra space, the apartments come with separate living rooms and sofas, ideal for families or longer stays. While the hotel does not have air-conditioning, the cool, fresh air and peaceful environment ensure a restful sleep. The hotel offers a breakfast buffet each morning, allowing guests to start their day with a variety of fresh and local options.
Guests will appreciate the hotel's excellent amenities, including a full-service regional restaurant offering traditional Bavarian cuisine, and a lively bar with a dance floor for evening entertainment. The spa facilities, including an indoor pool and sauna, are perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring or enjoying outdoor activities. For those seeking more relaxation, the spa provides a peaceful escape with its range of wellness services. The hotel also offers free parking for guests, making it easy to arrive by car.
The hotel's convenient location offers easy access to public transport, with Schwabthal Ortsmitte just a minute's walk away, providing easy connections to nearby areas. The hotel is also a 1-hour drive from Nuremberg, a major city with additional cultural and transportation options. For guests traveling by taxi or car, attractions such as the Staffelberg with its scenic views, the Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers, and Seehof Castle are all within a short drive, making it ideal for sightseeing. The hotel is also close to several popular local restaurants, such as Landgasthof 'Zur Scheune', a German restaurant just a minute's walk away, and Gasthof Dinkel, which is a 13-minute drive. Other notable landmarks include the famous Kloster Banz, a Benedictine abbey with a fossil museum, and Giechburg, a point of interest worth visiting.
Vitalhotel Zum Löwen is also highly committed to guest safety, providing various health and safety measures to ensure the well-being of visitors throughout their stay. With its pet-friendly policies, accessible facilities, and kid-friendly environment, the hotel caters to families and guests of all kinds, ensuring that everyone has a pleasant and relaxing experience. Whether you are seeking a relaxing retreat, an active outdoor adventure, or a cultural exploration of the Franconian region, Vitalhotel Zum Löwen is the perfect place to stay, combining modern comfort with traditional charm.
We invite you to experience the exceptional offerings of Vitalhotel Zum Löwen, where you can relax, explore, and enjoy the warm hospitality of this beautiful Bavarian destination.
Rooms at Vitalhotel Zum Löwen are designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, featuring warm, cozy interiors with Alpine-style decor. Each room and apartment is equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony offering beautiful countryside views. Upgraded rooms feature spacious sitting areas and desks, perfect for guests who may need to work during their stay. For those looking for extra space, the apartments come with separate living rooms and sofas, ideal for families or longer stays. While the hotel does not have air-conditioning, the cool, fresh air and peaceful environment ensure a restful sleep. The hotel offers a breakfast buffet each morning, allowing guests to start their day with a variety of fresh and local options.
Guests will appreciate the hotel's excellent amenities, including a full-service regional restaurant offering traditional Bavarian cuisine, and a lively bar with a dance floor for evening entertainment. The spa facilities, including an indoor pool and sauna, are perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring or enjoying outdoor activities. For those seeking more relaxation, the spa provides a peaceful escape with its range of wellness services. The hotel also offers free parking for guests, making it easy to arrive by car.
The hotel's convenient location offers easy access to public transport, with Schwabthal Ortsmitte just a minute's walk away, providing easy connections to nearby areas. The hotel is also a 1-hour drive from Nuremberg, a major city with additional cultural and transportation options. For guests traveling by taxi or car, attractions such as the Staffelberg with its scenic views, the Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers, and Seehof Castle are all within a short drive, making it ideal for sightseeing. The hotel is also close to several popular local restaurants, such as Landgasthof 'Zur Scheune', a German restaurant just a minute's walk away, and Gasthof Dinkel, which is a 13-minute drive. Other notable landmarks include the famous Kloster Banz, a Benedictine abbey with a fossil museum, and Giechburg, a point of interest worth visiting.
Vitalhotel Zum Löwen is also highly committed to guest safety, providing various health and safety measures to ensure the well-being of visitors throughout their stay. With its pet-friendly policies, accessible facilities, and kid-friendly environment, the hotel caters to families and guests of all kinds, ensuring that everyone has a pleasant and relaxing experience. Whether you are seeking a relaxing retreat, an active outdoor adventure, or a cultural exploration of the Franconian region, Vitalhotel Zum Löwen is the perfect place to stay, combining modern comfort with traditional charm.
We invite you to experience the exceptional offerings of Vitalhotel Zum Löwen, where you can relax, explore, and enjoy the warm hospitality of this beautiful Bavarian destination.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 9 min drive to Kemitzenstein, a notable local landmark
2. One of the few hotels in the area with a pool for guest enjoyment
3. Some guests complained about the bathrooms, providing an opportunity for future improvements
4. Offers a spa, one of the few in the area, for relaxation and wellness
5. Includes a sauna for ultimate relaxation after a day of activities
6. Pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring their furry companions
7. Accessible for guests with mobility challenges, ensuring inclusivity for all
8. Kid-friendly, making it a great choice for family vacations
9. Offers Wi-Fi for convenient connectivity throughout the hotel
10. Indoor pool available for year-round relaxation, regardless of the weather
7.2 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
Staffelberg
17 min
Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers18 min
Kloster Banz28 min
Seehof Castle31 min
Giechburg27 min
Nearest locations
Landgasthof "Zur Scheune"
1 min
Landgasthof Schwarzer Adler7 min
Stephans Wirtshaus7 min
Gasthof Dinkel13 min
Dorfgasthof Zum Löwen14 min
Zum Kutscher, Krappmann16 min
Gasthof-Brauerei Hennemann19 min
Gaststätte Am Stadtturm28 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 7.2 |
| Nearest airport | Nuremberg |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 7 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Sat, Nov 30
Check-out: Sun, Dec 01
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Location
Schwabthal 5/D, 96231 Bad Staffelstein, Germany
Airports:
Nuremberg
Taxi: 1 hr 7 min
Transit:
Schwabthal Ortsmitte
Walking: 1 min
Schwabthal Ortsmitte, Bad Staffelstein
Walking: 1 min
Nearby locations
7.2
Very Good Location
Occupying a classic, Bavarian chalet in the village center, this relaxed hotel is 8 km from Bad Staffelstein town center and 13 km from Kloster Banz, a Benedictine monastery.
Top Attractions
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
Pet-friendly
Parking & transportation
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Breakfast buffet
Wellness
Sauna
Spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
Indoor pool
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
7.7
146 reviews
Wonderful
62
Excellent
39
Good
21
Below Average
10
Not Good
14
YasCa
3/5
Rural region where things are really above averageThe inn impresses with its small wellness area, but not the rooms. All rooms seem to have balconies.There are plenty of parking spacesThe gastronomic delicacies couldn't convince us, I exclude the breakfast offer, which offered a lot.We perceived the service employees in a differentiated manner based on their work.
Werner
1/5
Hotel without a tour, management not reachable in case of problems. Despite asking several times. At the reception, the staff simply didn't act or couldn't respond to problems. Simply a situation that several guests had caused.
Regina Schmell-Harat
5/5
The stay at “Zum Löwen” was very pleasant. The slightly expensive room category is worth the money. Wellness area and the whole house clean and tidy.The breakfast buffet leaves nothing to be desired. The staff is very customer oriented - attentive and friendly.You'll be happy to come back.👍
evelyn hartmann
4/5
Can't understand the bad reviews, staff very friendly and helpful. Room OK And clean. A renovation would only be nice in the bathroom. The food is good and the breakfast too.
Jessi J
3/5
Room was completely fine. Since we were there for the second time, I can't understand the price difference in the wellness room compared to the normal double room. We actually liked the normal double room better.I would only give service 1-2 stars if the cleaning ladies and especially our waitress Sonja hadn't been so on top of their game. The reception and the chef don't know much about the word service. Reception is able to switch on the sauna earlier on one day but not on the other days...so much for the vitalSpa Hotel we were there for the wellness weekend...sauna from 4 p.m.??? Well... to say to hotel guests who were signed in every day to eat on a card that I have to see if I still have a table is not possible. Otherwise there was no communication or hospitality to be felt. The chef is not able to make 2 different salad dressings for the buffet like in every hotel. Instead there was the same very sour balsamic dressing for 3 days.....The sauce for the Jägerschnitzel (thin, brown sauce with fresh mushrooms) was the same as for the loin in mushroom CREAM sauce. When he asked me not to scoop up so many mushrooms for a schnitzel with cream sauce, he said: mushroom cream is mushroom cream, there is no such thing as an “extra cunt”! Great service.Otherwise, you can't speak of canteen food as others write here because, apart from the sauce mentioned above, the food was very good.Breakfast was plentiful and a lot to choose from and the wellness area is also very nice.The external masseur is also highly recommended.One or two employees should change their basic attitude and then there will be more stars.
Silke Golzke
5/5
Very nice staff, helpful. The kitchen is great. Nothing is missing.
Volker Anders
1/5
3 nights with a large group. Breakfast OK. The so-called buffet dinner was a disaster. 3 main courses indicated but only two offered. Everything is of poor quality and for €25. Plus a simple soup. We skipped dessert because of the extremely long queue. We had the other two dinners in the neighboring house, the Landhotel Augustin. A few classes better and almost inexpensive for what is offered.The rooms in the Löwen are outdated, the bathroom has emergency lighting and the shower is impossible. The whole house has seen better days and nothing has been invested since then, rather less. So hands off and choose another house.
Luan Sander
1/5
Disrespectful, the food we ate could hardly be called food. After we went hiking we thought stopping off would be a particularly good idea, but not here. The sauerbraten was extremely dry, most likely warmed because the plates were so hot that our waitress was wearing gloves. The liver dumpling soup would have been better out of the bag because even the dumplings were still raw inside. Not delicately pink but raw. The only positive thing was the cream roast veal, which was tasty. But unjustified for the price (€18.90). Unless Schwabthal is a new metropolis because even a cyclist for €4.50 is overpriced these days. Of course you could have checked this beforehand, but it still upsets me. Price performance is also not justified for the portion size, see appendix. The rump steak is really difficult to fry and so putting it on a menu where nothing tastes good is risky. Because the degree of doneness for this has to be skillful. Even the ladies next to us let their food go back. Well-intentioned advice for everyone who wants to eat there. Leave it!
Waltraud Hemprich
5/5
Far away from Bad Staffelstein, the hotel should be completely overhauled, everything is very outdated, no wellness offers, even though it was in the brochure, the sauna was only switched on at 5 p.m. The first day we had no hot water. I wouldn't recommend it in its current state
Ralf Simon
4/5
We stayed at the Hotel zum Löwen for six nights. Since my wife is dependent on a wheelchair, we had a barrier-free room. The room was large and the bathroom was barrier-free. The room's furnishings are a bit old but ok. There is a nice wellness area with a small pool. We felt very comfortable. The food was very good. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. We'll definitely come back.A return visit in August 2024 was more than disappointing. What happened to this hotel? At breakfast on the first day everything was very selected. There were wasps on the jam bowls. Rolls and bread were temporarily out, sausage platters were empty. The staff was friendly and helpful, but the problem probably lies with the management. We couldn't sleep at night because the staff were probably talking loudly outside the hotel until after midnight. When it was over 30 degrees, the patio doors couldn't be closed to avoid the noise. In the building next door, someone was talking loudly on the phone with the window open until after midnight (probably an employee). Since our room was in the guest house with a balcony facing the main house, there was some nuisance from the sound. At around 5 a.m. we started again. We did this for three nights and then left early. Nobody cared why we ended our vacation early.
Sabine Krüger
1/5
Worst hotel experience of my life. No matter where I've been in the world, I've never experienced anything like this and at this price.I had booked the hotel (Vitalhotel with spa) because I wanted to pick up my husband from his rehabilitation in Schwabthal. It started with the fact that the prices on the website were no longer current and since I was traveling with our dachshund, only certain rooms were available. So I had to book a vital double room for single use for 95 euros + 15 euros for our dachshund + tourist tax in the middle of nowhere with about 100 residents. And then the horror began, see pictures.At the reception I was given 3 other keys with the comment: “It might not be better”. And that's how it was. None of the showers could be used!!! Moldy/calcified/dirty. And in a “Vital Hotel” with nice sayings on the walls.About the rooms: Cosmetics, meaning soap and shower gel from dispensers that you don't want to touch, and the bathrobes for the wellness area are in bags in the old cupboards in the rooms and smell accordingly...The staff is very helpful,The owners should care about the rooms and not about murals...
Veronika Jentzsch
1/5
We stayed there at the weekend (2 people) with breakfast 148 € including tourist tax. The hotel has 3 stars but is not worth it. I was looking forward to a decent coffee, but you can only describe it as a mess, ran through the filter three times, there were flies everywhere on the sausage, jam and then it was crusty. The room is totally outdated, the bathroom feels like it's from the 80s with beige-colored sanitary facilities, the tiles are in the same design, dirty floor, toilet paper is almost empty and then still in one layer. So for a star vital hotel, thumbs down. And winter beds in the summer are not possible. Cannot be recommended. You can also sleep in the car, it's cleaner and you don't feel disgusted.
Susanne Edelmann
1/5
My partner and I booked two nights with half board in this “vital hotel” through an external travel provider. We were initially greeted warmly at reception and were even offered a supposed room upgrade, which we of course gratefully accepted. However, this turned out to be the absolute opposite of what was promised to us. From the sagging mattresses and the stained, worn carpet to the cobwebs and dead insects in the corner and an armchair covered in hair, it was all there. Everything your heart desires.When we asked, we were then offered another room, which seemed better at first glance, but since it was already very late and dark, we were unfortunately only able to discover the deficiencies in this room the next morning. Exactly the same thing here, dust and dirt as well as a dirty carpet with strange stains.The dinner also left a lot to be desired.After all these disappointments, we were now looking forward to a good breakfast.But this joy would only last for a short time.The sausage platters were neither cooled nor covered; since the door to the terrace was open, the flies were happy and ran over the sausage.We had to ask twice for coffee.The juices were neither cooled nor refilled, everything was stuck around the empty bottles. Even the employee said: “It looks like a mess here”.The Milkana processed cheese had already expired on May 21, 2024. So more than 5 weeks.When I spoke to the lady at the breakfast buffet, I received no apology, on the contrary, she became rude and said you could still eat it.We then left the breakfast roomand decided to stop early.The only positive thing, although very small, was the wellness area. But at least it was clean and well maintained there.Unfortunately, the hotel didn't give us a chance to clarify this amicably; our request for a discount was ignored or rejected by the boss. Our tour operator tried very hard to clarify this with the hotel, but without success.Our conclusion, absolutely NOT worth the trip.
Christian Blackwell
2/5
The stay is good but please avoid eating in the restaurant. 3 meals were in fat and one steak was half raw and not edible. An imposition
Torsten “Opi Sit” Dorow
5/5
I can recommend
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Katrin Mütze
5/5
Came from a hike and got something to eat shortly before 8 p.m. Very nice service. The food itself was a good portion and very tasty.
Rita Seyfarth
5/5
It was beautiful, I would go back to Zum Löwen at any time
Christine Strasser
5/5
Room was great.Excellent breakfast.Pleasant stay.
Christel K.
1/5
The four of us wanted to eat there after a hike. The menu was varied, but more appearance than reality. Actually, we didn't order anything out of the ordinary. Spinach dumplings with parmesan butter on stewed tomatoes, cheese spaetzle and vital salad.We were extremely disappointed. The butter was not there and neither was the parmesan. There was a very ordinary gratin cheese sprinkled on top. When requested, the food was served after over an hour.We cannot recommend this restaurant!
Lars Bauerfeind
5/5
We were able to spontaneously book for one night and were absolutely thrilled with the rooms, the service, the breakfast and the food. If we come to this beautiful area again, this hotel will be our first choice. We would like to thank the whole team for this unforgettable and relaxing stay. We'll be back