Steinerne Renne
7.4
Very Good(803 reviews)
Steinerne Renne 67, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany
+49 3943 607533
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Hotel Description
Steinerne Renne is a peaceful rural inn set along the serene Holtemme River, providing an idyllic escape just 2.3 km from the scenic Ottofelsen and 10 km from the historic Drübeck Abbey. Guests will find themselves only 11 km away from the magnificent Wernigerode Castle, one of the most notable landmarks in the region. The inn exudes a rustic charm with simple, comfortable accommodations that blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The 11 rooms are designed with vaulted ceilings, providing an open, airy feel, and are furnished with flat-screen TVs and plain wood furnishings, ensuring a cozy yet functional environment. The inn is designed for guests seeking relaxation in nature, with beautiful views of the river and valley visible from the terrace. Steinerne Renne offers a range of amenities to make guests feel at home, including complimentary breakfast and parking. The casual on-site restaurant and bar serve delicious meals in a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for winding down after a day of exploring. Guests will appreciate the access to several nearby hiking paths, ideal for those who love outdoor adventures. The inn is pet-friendly, making it an excellent choice for travelers with furry companions. With its focus on simplicity and tranquility, Steinerne Renne offers a welcoming atmosphere for those looking to enjoy the region's natural beauty and historical sites. While the hotel does not feature a fitness center or spa, it provides a sauna for guests to unwind after a long day of hiking or sightseeing. Accessibility is another highlight of the hotel, with easy access for guests with mobility needs. Nearby attractions such as the scenic Brocken, the highest peak in northern Germany, and the extensive Harz National Park offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor exploration, including hiking, mountain biking, and skiing in winter months. Guests can also enjoy a visit to the Wurmberg Gondola Lift, a year-round attraction leading to the Braunlage mountain ski resort. For those looking to explore the local dining scene, the hotel is conveniently located near several well-regarded restaurants, including Brauhaus Wernigerode, Restaurant Luis, and Altwernigeröder Kartoffelhaus, all within a 30-minute taxi ride. Steinerne Renne provides a tranquil base for both nature lovers and history enthusiasts, inviting guests to experience the region's charm while enjoying a relaxing stay in comfort and simplicity.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Located along the Holtemme River with scenic views.
2. Pet-friendly accommodation with hiking paths nearby.
3. Breakfast included with all stays for added value.
4. Close to top attractions such as Wernigerode Castle.
5. Comfortable rooms with vaulted ceilings and flat-screen TVs.
6. Sauna available for guest relaxation after a day of sightseeing.
7. No fitness center or spa, but excellent for nature lovers.
8. Easy access to Brocken, the highest peak in northern Germany.
9. Near Wernigerode Castle, a stunning 19th-century landmark.
10. Conveniently located near popular restaurants like Brauhaus Wernigerode.
7.2 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
Brocken
1 hr 5 min
Wernigerode Castle27 min
Harz National Park37 min
Wurmberg46 min
Wurmberg Gondola Lift36 min
Nearest locations
Restaurant Casa Mia
15 min
Eselskrug20 min
Altwernigeröder Kartoffelhaus22 min
Ratskeller22 min
Spanisches Restaurant Bodega22 min
Mampfy BBQ & Burger Restaurant22 min
Brauhaus Wernigerode24 min
Waldgasthaus Armeleuteberg26 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Location rating | 7.2 |
| Nearest airport | Erfurt Weimar Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 2 hr 30 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Tue, Dec 03
Check-out: Wed, Dec 04
$105
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Location
Steinerne Renne 67, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany
Airports:
Erfurt Weimar Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 30 min
Transit:
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Walking: 57 min
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7.2
Very Good Location
This rural inn, set along the Holtemme river, lies 2.3 km from Ottofelsen, 10 km from Drübeck Abbey and 11 km from Wernigerode Castle.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
Pet-friendly
Parking & transportation
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible
Food & drink
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
Sauna
No spa
Bathrooms
Private bathroom
Bathtub in some rooms
Shower in some rooms
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
7.2
299 reviews
Wonderful
132
Excellent
56
Good
30
Below Average
22
Not Good
59
enceladus61
1/5
The restaurant is closed on November 1st (2024) in beautiful autumn weather.
Daniel H.
1/5
We only ate here. Waited 40 minutes for a large portion of fries that was anything but large. The shandy was acceptable. If we had known beforehand that this would delay our hiking tour by more than an hour, we would have avoided this snack bar.
Nils Wagner
3/5
The menu displayed at the bistro, valid from summer 2024, is unfortunately no longer up to date. A cyclist now costs €5.50 instead of the advertised €4. The Radler also tasted more like a Hasseröder, instead of the Gösser promised on the menu.
Cornelia Payer
4/5
The hotel is in a beautiful location, as described on the website. The room was clean. Checking in is also easy using a key safe. I can't say anything about the food because I catered for myself and the price for breakfast (20 euros) was too high for me personally.I noticed that the opening times of the restaurant were incorrectly advertised on the signs on the hiking trails. I had a few hikers who wanted to stop off or were on their way there and were disappointed to find that the inn was closed. This may need to be updated on the signposts.The hardest part for me was the way to the hotel. It is mentioned several times on the website that there is a forest path that leads there. So far okay. I had imagined a forest path lined with trees on the left and right. But that is not the case. It is a narrow path, on one side there are mountains and on the other side it goes steeply downhill. That took a lot out of me on the nerves when I got there. (But it's probably due to my fear of heights) Thank God I haven't had the experience of another vehicle coming towards you on this route. But that is my subjective view of this route.Otherwise, I really enjoyed my stay, had pure nature and the most beautiful hiking trails from the hotel.
Henning Jordan
1/5
Unfortunately, the inn is closed (“closed day today”), although according to the signs on the hiking trail it should be open.
Klaus-Peter Hauer
2/5
Is every day a closed day there?After a long hike, you want to be able to rely on being served.
Astrid Rosenberg
2/5
Never open when the weather is nice. Too bad 😞
Lars Reifert
5/5
We booked for one night. A beautiful place and a lovely hotel. The rooms are functional, renovated and very clean. The booking was uncomplicated with very good communication from the owner. The breakfast was great and sufficient. The cold plates in the evening, which we were offered to book, were very good! We will definitely be guests again!
C. M.
4/5
Great forest restaurant for a rest. The offer depends on the guests, i.e. hikers. They often have their sandwiches in their backpacks and these days the euro is no longer so loose. There is a manageable and, in my opinion, sufficient offer. It's a great way to refresh and strengthen yourself. Of course it also costs a little more than a snack bar in the city - but the place is probably not comparable. We'd be happy to stop again next time, if it's open.
Anja Olympias
4/5
The Waldgasthaus Steinerne Renne is beautifully located in the forest and was the highlight of our hike. Even as a child, I enjoyed hiking there with my grandparents and parents. It's a tradition, so to speak. The location and the beautiful old building itself are definitely worth seeing. I would have liked to give the full 5 stars, but to be honest there is still room for improvement when it comes to the following things:The railing of the bridge over the waterfall had partially collapsed. Nevertheless, the bridge was crossable. A repair would still be good.The food and drink is available in the form of a snack. Prices are quite high for the mediocre quality. You get the feeling that these are finished products that are just heated up quickly.But to be honest, we were very happy about the snacks on offer and the fact that the inn continues to operate in this remote location, is maintained and is still alive here is worth much more to us than the fact that it's a bit "pretty expensive". In any case, we can say that we really enjoyed it and we would like to come back.On the positive side, it should be mentioned that the owner is clearly thinking about it. There is an order form that you can mark for the staff at the snack bar. This avoids misunderstandings. If possible, drinks are served straight away and when food is ready, it is reported via a vibration alarm on a small pager that you receive. You can then pick up the food at the snack counter. We ate outside and it was clean and attractive.To the operator and his team: Thank you for running the old inn, for thinking about it and obviously making an effort. You're doing well! We wish you all the best from the bottom of our hearts. Please carry on. I looked into many happy, satisfied eyes... of others who had also stopped for a rest.
Tobias Göbke
2/5
We just took a break and ate something. Convenience food is prepared ("open the package and heat it up"), probably by untrained service staff. You can then pick up the mediocre food yourself at quite high prices. Maybe you should be happy that the house is still being used. The location is incredibly beautiful and sophisticated. Unfortunately, the restaurant doesn't live up to this charm, which I just think is a bit of a shame.
Monika Kleiber
4/5
We took a short break there to have a coffee.
rauchumnichts
2/5
2 stars because of the beautiful location. Unfortunately, I have to agree with another review: The drinks were incorrectly calculated and the money was only taken when asked. After the employee gave us the drinks at the snack bar, she simply left and we had to let us know that we still wanted to pay. Strange!
Anett Jordan
5/5
Magical little hotel in a fantastic location right by the waterfall. Rarely have you slept so well in the hotel and the view makes you smile first thing in the morning. The breakfast left nothing to be desired and the cold plate in the evening was plentiful and lovingly prepared. The service staff was always friendly and open-minded, as were the girls I met one evening. My dog thanks you for the lovely basket and the welcome treat 😊. Perfect hotel if you are looking for peace and quiet and want to hike. Personally, I find drinks and coffee machines sufficient, especially for such a small hotel and the well-known difficulties of running such a hotel economically (and finding staff). I wish the team all the best and hope that the hotel will be around for a long time. We would love to come back.
Milan H.
2/5
Only after ten minutes did they report that they did not have part of the order. The rest of the order took a very long time, others who ordered later took precedence. They had no change and there were a lot of wasps
Nedzad Beslic
4/5
Very nice!
Service 4
Location5
Christina Schirach
2/5
Very far away, only easily accessible by hikers. Self-service and only a few and simple food options.
Christian Köster
4/5
Brilliant location on the water with fair prices.
Alex Do
2/5
When I asked if there was anything else to eat at the snack bar, as there was no offer, I was told that they close at 4 p.m. It was 3:15 p.m.
Frank Esselmann
2/5
The place is picturesquely located and the house looks really chic. We were there today and were really thirsty. We actually wanted to eat something too. Unfortunately for us too, everything was very disorganized, we stood at the counter for a good 20 minutes and were able to watch as a person prepared food but didn't want to interact with us. At some point I asked and the only answer I got was that she was alone.Tip: You already have these beepers that tell customers when the food is ready, so you can at least take new orders. Or just set up machines, then you won't have the problem with the weaker reviews and the staffing problem anymore. You can use the vending machines to offer food and drinks. The St. Andreasberg cattle stable always does this on weekends to also counteract the problem of staffing requirements.Just as constructive criticismOtherwise a really wonderful place