The best hotels in Stuttgart
Stuttgart is an underrated city break. Car museums, excellent food, and hotel prices that feel low compared to Berlin or Munich.
Our 10 Top Picks in Stuttgart
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Waldhotel Stuttgart
Stuttgart
$303/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4 Hotel
Stuttgart
$261/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Azenberg Stuttgart
Stuttgart
$177/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt
Stuttgart
$118/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Adagio Stuttgart NeckarPark
Stuttgart
$174/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Le Méridien Stuttgart
Stuttgart
$940/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
Stuttgart
$135/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
LOGINN Hotel Waiblingen
Stuttgart
$121/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe & Congress
Stuttgart
$448/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
Stuttgart
$133/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Here's why each one made the cut.
Waldhotel Stuttgart
The Waldhotel sits in the Degerloch forest on Stuttgart's southern edge. 4.7 stars from 1,100+ guests is the real deal. You're 15 minutes from the city center but you wake up surrounded by trees. At $303 a night it's not cheap, but for that calm you'd pay double elsewhere.
Address:Waldhotel Stuttgart, Guts-Muths-Weg 18, 70597 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Degerloch
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Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4 Hotel
Design-focused boutique near the Stadtmitte. The 4.7 rating from nearly 800 guests puts it ahead of most Stuttgart options at this price. At $261, you're paying for style, not square footage. Rooms are compact but well thought out. Good U-Bahn connections mean you won't need a car.
Address:Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4 Hotel, Salzwiesenstraße 7, 70435 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Zuffenhausen
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Hotel Azenberg Stuttgart
Solid 4-star at a fair price. At $177, it undercuts most Stuttgart competitors without sacrificing quality. Located near the Stadtgarten park, it's a short walk to the Hauptbahnhof. 4.6 from over 1,000 reviews means the consistency is real, not just lucky timing.
Address:Hotel Azenberg Stuttgart, Seestraße 114-116, 70174 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Stuttgart-North
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Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt
Bad Cannstatt gets overlooked but it's a smart base. You're a 10-minute S-Bahn ride from the city center, right next to the Mercedes-Benz Arena. At $118, it's the best value Motel One in Stuttgart. Ideal if you're here for Cannstatter Volksfest or a match night.
Address:Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Badstraße 20, 70372 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Bad Cannstatt
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Adagio Stuttgart NeckarPark
Aparthotel format in the NeckarPark district, walking distance from Mercedes-Benz Arena. At $174 with a 4.6 rating from only 179 guests, the score is promising but unproven at scale. Good choice if you need a kitchen for a longer stay. Not ideal for sightseeing without a car.
Address:Adagio Stuttgart NeckarPark, Lenore-Volz-Straße 15, 70372 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Bad Cannstatt
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Le Méridien Stuttgart
$940 a night is hard to justify when Stuttgart isn't a luxury destination. It's well-located near Schlossplatz and the pedestrian zone, and 4.4 from 2,400+ guests confirms it delivers. But you can get near-identical city center access for a fifth of the price. Skip unless someone else is paying.
Address:Le Méridien Stuttgart, Willy-Brandt-Straße 30, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Stuttgart-Mitte
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Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
Steps from the Hauptbahnhof, so you're connected everywhere. The price gap between this and Bad Cannstatt ($135 vs $118) is negligible. What you get here is better central access. At 4.4 from 1,500+ guests it's reliable but not special. Pick this over Mitte if you're catching trains.
Address:Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Kriegsbergstraße 32, 70174 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Stuttgart-Mitte
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LOGINN Hotel Waiblingen
Waiblingen is 15km northeast of Stuttgart, outside the city but on a direct S-Bahn line (S2). At $121, it's priced like a Motel One but in a quieter town. Works well for business trips in the Rems Valley area. Not the right call if you're here to sightsee.
Address:LOGINN Hotel Waiblingen, Bahnhofstraße 81/83, 71332 Waiblingen, Germany
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Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe & Congress
Built for trade fair crowds. It's connected to Messe Stuttgart and five minutes from the airport, so during major events the location makes sense. Outside those windows, $448 a night is steep for a congress-district hotel. Rating is 4.4 from 536 guests. Don't book this for a leisure trip.
Address:Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe & Congress, Flughafenstraße 43, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
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Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
The Mitte location gives you walkable access to Schlossplatz and the Königstraße shopping strip. It's the busiest Stuttgart Motel One with 2,200+ reviews, but also the lowest score at 4.3. At $133 it's fine. Just don't expect quiet on street-facing floors during weekend nights.
Address:Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte, Lautenschlagerstraße 14, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Neighborhood:Stuttgart-Mitte
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| # | Hotel | Our Score | Guest Rating | Reviews | Type | Price/Night | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waldhotel Stuttgart | 4.7 | 1 104 | 4★ | $300/night | Book → | |
| 2 | Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4 Hotel | 4.7 | 782 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $260/night | Book → | |
| 3 | Hotel Azenberg Stuttgart | 4.6 | 1 074 | 4★ | $180/night | Book → | |
| 4 | Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt | 4.5 | 1 826 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $120/night | Book → | |
| 5 | Adagio Stuttgart NeckarPark | 4.6 | 179 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $170/night | Book → | |
| 6 | Le Méridien Stuttgart | 4.4 | 2 407 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $260/night | Book → | |
| 7 | Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof | 4.4 | 1 562 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $140/night | Book → | |
| 8 | LOGINN Hotel Waiblingen | 4.5 | 449 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $120/night | Book → | |
| 9 | Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe & Congress | 4.4 | 536 | 4★ | $450/night | Book → | |
| 10 | Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte | 4.3 | 2 228 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $130/night | Book → | |
| 11 | Maritim Hotel Stuttgart | 4.3 | 5 138 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $250/night | Book → | |
| 12 | Scandic Stuttgart Europaviertel | 4.6 | 85 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $100/night | Book → | |
| 13 | Holiday Inn Stuttgart by IHG | 4.3 | 2 134 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $190/night | Book → | |
| 14 | B&B HOTEL Stuttgart-City | 4.3 | 1 438 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $140/night | Book → | |
| 15 | Hotel Spahr | 4.3 | 1 070 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $130/night | Book → | |
| 16 | LOGINN Hotel Stuttgart Zuffenhausen | 4.3 | 695 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $100/night | Book → | |
| 17 | Aparthotel Cosy | 4.6 | 43 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $220/night | Book → | |
| 18 | Radisson Blu Hotel at Porsche Design Tower Stuttgart | 4.2 | 525 | 4★ | $300/night | Book → | |
| 19 | Hotel Wartburg | 4.2 | 563 | 3★ | $140/night | Book → | |
| 20 | Premier Inn Stuttgart City Europaviertel Hotel | 4.2 | 1 325 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $90/night | Book → |
Where to Stay in Stuttgart
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
Choosing Between Stadtmitte and Outer Neighborhoods
Stadtmitte hotels around the Hauptbahnhof (central station) are the most convenient base. S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and buses all connect from here. Koenigstrasse shopping, the Marktplatz, and the Schlossplatz are all walkable. The downside is street noise on lower floors from the station exits.
Degerloch (relexa hotel) and Schlossgarten (Hotel am Schlossgarten, Althoff) offer quieter stays with parks nearby. Both require a short tram or taxi ride to the center. Degerloch sits 200 meters above sea level and temperatures are 2-3 degrees cooler in summer. The view over the Stuttgart basin is good from higher floors.
Stuttgart's Wine Culture and Where to Drink It
Stuttgart produces Trollinger and Lemberger red wines from vineyards literally inside the city limits. The Stuttgarter Weinwanderweg wine trail starts in Uhlbach and loops through 7km of working vineyards. You can walk from the Cannstatter Wasen U-Bahn stop. Besen (seasonal wine taverns) open when the white tablecloth is hung outside the farmhouse. No reservations, no pretense, good wine.
The Vinothek Stuttgart near the Schillerplatz lets you taste 500 Wuerttemberg wines without committing to a bottle. A glass runs $5-12. It's more useful than any wine tour. The Markthalle wine section stocks regional producers at retail prices.
Car Museums: Mercedes-Benz and Porsche Back to Back
The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Bad Cannstatt costs $14 (students $7) and takes 2-3 hours. It traces 140 years of automotive history from Benz's first car to modern F1 machines. Arrive at opening (9am) on weekends to avoid tour groups. The archive library on the ground floor is free to enter.
Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen costs $10 and is 45 minutes from Mercedes-Benz by S-Bahn (go via Stadtmitte). Both on the same day is ambitious but doable. Start with Porsche (opens at 9am weekdays, 10am weekends) and finish at Mercedes before 5pm closing. Combined admission is $22, both tours run about 5 hours total.
What to Eat in Stuttgart (Beyond Pretzels)
Stuttgart's Markthalle on Dorotheenstrasse is the best food hall in southwest Germany. The Maultaschen stand on the east end sells the genuine article at $8 for a bowl. The cheese section has regional Swabian varieties you won't find in supermarkets. Lunch at the Markthalle is better and cheaper than any nearby restaurant.
Zellerleweg restaurant in Degerloch serves Swabian classics in a building dating to 1890. The Linsen mit Spaetzle (lentils with egg noodles and Saitenwurst sausage) costs $14 and is the dish Stuttgart is known for. Book for weekday lunch. Weekend dinner requires a reservation 2-3 weeks ahead.
Day Trips from Stuttgart
Tubingen is 40 minutes by train (direct from Stuttgart Central, $18 return). The medieval old town with the Stift church, the half-timbered Marktgasse, and the Neckar punting boats are all accessible on foot from the station. Heidelberg is 45 minutes by ICE train ($30-50 return) and worth a day if the Schloss ruins appeal.
The Black Forest (Schwarzwald) starts 60km southwest. Freudenstadt is the nearest entry point, 90 minutes by train. Better to rent a car at Stuttgart Airport and drive the B500 road through the forest. The route from Freudenstadt to Titisee via Triberg waterfall takes a full day.
Stuttgart's Bad Cannstatt: The Overlooked District
Bad Cannstatt is 3km east of the city center via U-Bahn line 1. It's the oldest spa district in Stuttgart, with mineral springs that have been used since Roman times. Cannstatter Volksfest in October is Germany's second-largest beer festival after Munich's Oktoberfest (17-day run, held at the Wasen fairgrounds).
The Wyndham Stuttgart is here and offers good value compared to Stadtmitte options. Book in advance for Cannstatter Volksfest week (late September to mid-October). Hotels across Stuttgart fill up and prices double. The Porsche test track is visible from the S-Bahn bridge near Bad Cannstatt station.
Stuttgart's best hotel regions
Stuttgart spreads across hills and valleys. Stadtmitte is the city center with the main shopping and transport links. Degerloch sits on the heights above with better views. Bad Cannstatt is the historic spa district 5km east.
Stadtmitte (City Center) 3 vetted hotels Best location, most transport options
Best location, most transport options
The area within 10 minutes walk of Stuttgart Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) covers the Koenigstrasse shopping street, Schlossplatz, and the U-Bahn hub. Ibis Stuttgart City on Presselstrasse and Motel One on Lautenschlagerstrasse are both here. Mercure Hotel Stuttgart City Center is directly opposite the station.
Weekday hotel rates are higher in Stadtmitte due to business demand. Check rates for weekend stays (Fri-Sun). They drop $30-50/night. Noise from the station forecourt is noticeable in street-facing rooms. Ask for a courtyard room when booking.
Browse all Stadtmitte (City Center) hotels → Schlossgarten 2 vetted hotels Park access and cultural institutions
Park access and cultural institutions
The Schlossgarten area runs northeast from the Schlossplatz along the park. Hotel am Schlossgarten and Althoff Hotel both sit here. The Staatsoper (opera house) is 5 minutes walk. The Staatsgalerie art museum (including the famous Stirling extension) is directly adjacent.
Room rates here are slightly higher than Stadtmitte but the tradeoff is quiet, park-facing rooms and immediate access to cultural events. The Staatsoper season runs September-June. Book hotel and opera tickets together if you're visiting for that.
Browse all Schlossgarten hotels → Degerloch 1 vetted hotel Hilltop views, pool, and a rack railway
Hilltop views, pool, and a rack railway
Degerloch sits at 400m elevation on the southern heights above Stuttgart. The relexa hotel is here with an indoor pool. The Zahnradbahn rack tram connects Degerloch to Marienplatz in the center in 12 minutes. Views from the Degerloch plateau toward the city and the Swabian Alb to the south are the best in greater Stuttgart.
Good for families (pool, quiet streets) and leisure travelers who don't need to be in the center. Less ideal for business travel unless your meetings are in the southern districts. Free parking at the hotel is a genuine advantage if you have a rental car.
Browse all Degerloch hotels → Bad Cannstatt 1 vetted hotel Spa history, beer festival proximity
Spa history, beer festival proximity
Bad Cannstatt is the historic spa district where Roman soldiers bathed in mineral springs. The Cannstatter Volksfest fairgrounds (second-largest beer festival in Germany) are here. Wyndham Stuttgart occupies a solid position near the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
U-Bahn line 1 connects Bad Cannstatt to the center in 12 minutes. The neighborhood feels more residential than touristy. Good value for money. But during Volksfest (late September to mid-October) prices triple and the entire area is extremely loud for 17 days.
Browse all Bad Cannstatt hotels → Plieningen (Airport area) 1 vetted hotel Convenient for airport and trade fairs
Convenient for airport and trade fairs
NH Stuttgart Airport sits near Plieningen, close to both the Stuttgart Airport and Messe Stuttgart trade fair complex. It's 25 minutes from the city center by S-Bahn. Useful if you have an early flight or late arrival, or if your meetings are at the Messe.
Not a neighborhood for tourism. But the S-Bahn connection makes it viable as a base if prices in Stadtmitte are inflated during trade fairs. Messe Stuttgart hosts large automotive and consumer tech events throughout the year that push city center rates up significantly.
Browse all Plieningen (Airport area) hotels →Best Areas by Vibe
Tell us how you travel.
Romantic
Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, park-facing room, dinner at the Weinhaus Stetter on Rosenstrasse (100+ year old wine bar, $30/head). That's Stuttgart done right for couples.
Culture
Schlossgarten area puts you 5 minutes from the Staatsgalerie (free on Wednesdays after 6pm), the Staatsoper, and the Wuerttemberg State Museum. Three world-class cultural institutions in a 15-minute walk.
Family
relexa hotel Stuttgart in Degerloch has the pool and free parking. The Zahnradbahn rack tram (kids love it) runs to the center. Mercedes-Benz Museum has a strong children's section. Zoologisch-Botanischer Garten Wilhelma is 30 minutes by U-Bahn.
Budget
Ibis Stuttgart City on Presselstrasse at $55-85/night is reliable and 5 minutes from the station. Skip the hotel breakfast ($18) and eat at the Markthalle instead for $8. Stuttgart public transport day pass costs $8 and covers the whole network.
Outdoor
Stuttgart's Schlossgarten runs 2km from Schlossplatz to the Neckar River. Locals jog it at 7am. The Max-Eyth-See lake in Hedelfingen is 6km east by tram for summer swimming. No beach, but the Swabian Alb lakes are 45 minutes by car.
Foodie
The Markthalle on Dorotheenstrasse is the starting point. Then the wine trail in Uhlbach for Trollinger straight from the producer. Hotel Pflieger in Mohringen serves honest Swabian food without tourist markups. The Maultaschen here actually taste different from the supermarket version.
We reviewed hotels across Stuttgart's center, airport corridor, and outer districts. Priority: proximity to public transport (S-Bahn/U-Bahn), value versus chain options, and whether breakfast justifies the add-on price.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
Every hotel on this page earned its spot through this process.
When to Visit Stuttgart
Hotel prices, crowds, and weather vary by season.
Spring (Mar-May)
May is excellent. The Schlossgarten blooms, hotel prices are stable, and the spring trade fair season keeps business hotels full on weekdays. Book weekends 3 weeks ahead for the best rates.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
July and August are warm but not extreme. Stuttgart is less crowded than Munich or Berlin in summer. Outdoor biergartens on the Schlossgarten open from May. The car museums are less busy than in May when school trips arrive.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
September is the sweet spot before Cannstatter Volksfest (late September). Volksfest itself (17 days) is fun but hotel prices triple. The wine harvest season in the Remstal valley east of Stuttgart runs October. Book 6 weeks ahead for any October weekend.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Stuttgart Christmas market (Weihnachtsmarkt) on Schlossplatz and Marktplatz runs late November through December 23. One of Germany's better ones. January and February are quiet with lowest hotel prices of the year. Good time for museum visits without crowds.
Booking Tips for Stuttgart
Smart booking strategies for Stuttgart.
Book before major trade fairs or hotel prices double
Stuttgart hosts Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA, every 2 years), Messe Stuttgart events, and Cannstatter Volksfest. During these periods, Stadtmitte hotel prices can triple. Check the Messe Stuttgart calendar before booking. If you have flexibility, the week before or after a major fair saves $80-150/night.
Use Stuttgart's Region day ticket for transport
The Tages-Ticket Plus covers all S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and bus lines in greater Stuttgart for $14/person (group rates available). It includes the airport connection. Buy it at station ticket machines. Individual journeys cost $3-5, so the day pass pays off after 3 rides.
The Markthalle is better than any hotel breakfast
Stuttgart's Markthalle on Dorotheenstrasse opens at 7am weekdays. Maultaschen soup, fresh Swabian bread, and regional cheese come to under $10. Most hotel breakfasts cost $18-25 and are generic. Skip the hotel option and walk 10-15 minutes from your Stadtmitte hotel. The Markthalle closes at 6:30pm and is shut Sundays.
Book Mercedes-Benz Museum timed entry for weekends
The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Bad Cannstatt (Mercedesstrasse 100) requires timed entry tickets on weekends. Book online at the Mercedes-Benz Museum website at least 2 weeks ahead. Arrive 15 minutes early. The ticket ($14) includes audio guide. S-Bahn S1 from Stuttgart Central to Gottlieb-Daimler-Stadion (10 min) then a 5-minute walk.
Early check-in at Stuttgart hotels requires advance request
Standard check-in is 3pm at most Stuttgart hotels. If you're arriving on a morning flight (many from London, Amsterdam, and Paris arrive by 10am), request early check-in when booking and confirm 2 days before. Steigenberger and Althoff are most reliable for honoring this. Budget chains like Ibis can usually hold luggage but rooms aren't ready before noon.
Visit the Vinothek Stuttgart before buying wine
The Vinothek Stuttgart near Schillerplatz stocks 500+ Wuerttemberg wines for tasting and purchase. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6:30pm, Saturday until 4pm. Closed Sunday-Monday. Trollinger, Lemberger, and Samtrot are the regional reds worth trying. Prices run $8-25/bottle. More useful than any wine tour and you choose what you actually like before paying.
Hotels in Stuttgart, FAQ
Straight answers from our team.
What is the best area to stay in Stuttgart?
Stadtmitte (city center) around Stuttgart Central Station is best for most visitors. You're 5 minutes walk from Koenigstrasse shopping, 10 minutes from the Marktplatz, and S-Bahn lines connect you to the airport in 30 minutes. Schlossgarten area is quieter and 3 minutes from the Staatsoper and Staatsgalerie.
How much does a hotel in Stuttgart cost per night?
Budget chains like Ibis Stuttgart City run $55-85/night on Presselstrasse near the station. Mid-range options like Hotel am Schlossgarten cost $130-210. The Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin at Arnulf-Klett-Platz and Althoff Hotel push $265-480 for luxury. Stuttgart runs cheaper than Frankfurt by about $30-50/night at the same quality level.
Is Stuttgart worth visiting?
Yes, especially for 2-3 nights. The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Bad Cannstatt costs $14 and takes 3 hours. Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen is $10 and equally good. The Markthalle food hall on Dorotheenstrasse has the best lunch in the city for under $20. Stuttgart is undervisited, which means shorter queues and more honest restaurant prices.
How do I get from Stuttgart Airport to my hotel?
S-Bahn lines S2 and S3 connect the airport to Stuttgart Central Station in 28 minutes, every 10 minutes. A single ticket costs $5. Taxis cost $45-65. The S-Bahn is faster during rush hour because it bypasses road traffic. Buy your ticket at the platform machine before boarding.
What is Swabian food and where do I find it in Stuttgart?
Swabian cuisine centers on Maultaschen (pasta pockets in broth, like large ravioli) and Spaetzle (egg noodles, often served with Linsen und Spaetzle with lentils). Weinstube Fischbrunnlein near Markthalle charges $15-25 per main. Hotel Pflieger in Mohringen has an on-site restaurant serving both dishes. The Besen (seasonal wine tavern) scene in Uhlbach, 15 minutes by tram, is authentic and inexpensive.
Which Stuttgart hotel is closest to the Mercedes-Benz Museum?
NH Stuttgart Airport in Plieningen is the closest major hotel to both museums. The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Bad Cannstatt is reachable in 25 minutes by S-Bahn from Stuttgart Central Station (change at Bad Cannstatt). Wyndham Stuttgart in Bad Cannstatt itself puts you 10 minutes walk from the museum entrance.
Are there any Stuttgart hotels near the Schlossgarten?
Hotel am Schlossgarten is literally on the park boundary, 2 minutes from the Neues Schloss and 5 minutes from the Staatsgalerie. The Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten is the luxury version of the same location. Morning coffee on the garden-facing balcony before the tourists arrive is worth paying extra for. Both cost more than the Stadtmitte options.
What should I skip in Stuttgart?
Skip the tourist restaurants on Koenigstrasse for lunch. They're expensive and unremarkable. The genuine Swabian food is at the Markthalle and at small Gaststatte in Heslach and Degerloch neighborhoods. Skip the TV Tower (Fernsehturm) unless you have half a day to spare. The views from Degerloch rooftop bars are comparable without the entrance fee.
Is parking available at Stuttgart hotels?
Stadtmitte hotels have limited parking. Motel One Stuttgart on Lautenschlagerstrasse charges $22/night for the nearest garage. Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin on Arnulf-Klett-Platz has valet parking. relexa hotel Stuttgart in Degerloch has free parking on site, which makes it worth considering if you're renting a car for the Black Forest or Swabian Alb day trips.
Can I walk from Stuttgart Central Station to the main sights?
Yes. From the station, Koenigstrasse pedestrian zone starts at the front exit and runs 1.2km to the Koenigsbau. The Marktplatz is 10 minutes walk. Schlossgarten is 7 minutes. The Staatsgalerie is 15 minutes. For the car museums, you need S-Bahn (Mercedes-Benz, 25 min) or U-Bahn to Porscheplatz (30 min).
Are Stuttgart hotels good for families?
relexa hotel Stuttgart in Degerloch has the most family-friendly setup: spacious rooms, indoor pool, quiet residential neighborhood. The Zahnradbahn rack railway nearby is a legitimate attraction for children (it's the world's steepest adhesion railway, 17.4% gradient). Families staying here pay $125-190/night but save on parking and get pool access.
What is the best Stuttgart hotel for a luxury stay?
Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten at $290-480/night is the design-forward luxury choice, with large rooms facing the park and strong restaurant. Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin at Arnulf-Klett-Platz next to the station is the classic grand hotel at $265-420. The Steigenberger has the better breakfast (included in most rates). The Althoff has better rooms. Both are legitimately good.
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