Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Shower mold
Road construction nearby

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, though some concerns about shower mold were noted.
Service
8.9
Consistently praised for friendly and accommodating staff across multiple reviews.
Location
8.64
Many guests appreciate the central location, making it convenient for sightseeing.
Room Quality
8.29
Most rooms are spacious and comfortable, though some found the decor a bit dated.
Amenities
8.12
Facilities were generally good, but some equipment improvements are desired.
Value for Money
8.28
Overall good value based on the experience described, though some noted improvement areas.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Breakfast options received positive feedback, though some guests suggested enhancements.
Overall Experience
8.5
Positive sentiments throughout reviews with some constructive feedback for improvements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 03:37

Property Description

Tranquility in the Black Forest

Luxurious Rooms and Dining
Indulge in air-conditioned rooms with free internet and parking at Hotel Watthalden. Feast on creative, seasonal dishes at Watt's Brasserie and Hartmaiers Restaurant, or unwind in the beer garden and cocktail bar.

Relaxation and Adventure
Unwind in saunas and the indoor pool just steps away. For the adventurous, enjoy rock climbing, abseiling, and hiking organized by the hotel.

Escape to Nature
Nestled in a park on the edge of the Black Forest, Hotel Watthalden offers a peaceful retreat just a short stroll from Ettlingen’s Baroque palace.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and nature at Hotel Watthalden.

Important information:

Due to renovation in the hotel lobby and breakfast area, the breakfast will take place in our Watt's Brasserie in the adjacent building from February 20th to 24th, 2023.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 10 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2588 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Annerieke • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

Ontzettend vriendelijk personeel, gratis kamer update naar een nog mooiere kamer, eetgelegenheid om de hoek, uitstekend ontbijt, geweldige prijs voor het gebodene.

Cons:

Helemaal niets.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • de
8
Alles in allem gut
Pros:

Freundliches Personal

Cons:

Bett etwas zu nachgiebig

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Piet • couple • nl
10
Een fijne overnachting
Pros:

Rustige kamer

Cons:

Niets

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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sally45 • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good mid range hotel
Pros:

Staff very helpful, good breakfast, nice room, closed parking garage option.

Cons:

Everything was good except no coffee/tea facility in room.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
M
Monique • couple • nl
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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E.W. • couple • nl
9
Prima verblijf bij mooi stadje Ettlingen
Pros:

Alles perfect! Leuk om naar het mooie stadje te lopen!
Zeer vriendelijk en zorgvuldig personeel!

Cons:

-

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
K
Koen • couple • be
7
Goed verblijf voor tussenstop
Pros:

Ruime kamer aan de achterzijde van het hotel; geen effect van de drukke straat vooraan; op wandelafstand van het oude centrum.

Cons:

Kamer wel wat verouderd; zeker de raamverduistering.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
M
michaela • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
M
Martha • solo_traveller • nl
8
Fijn hotel
Pros:

Eten was heel goed

Cons:

Niets

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
M
Marlies • solo_traveller • de
10
Alles super
Pros:

Das Personal war sehr aufmerksam und zuvorkommend. Das Frühstück war sehr gut. Das Hotelzimmer war sehr gut ausgestattet. Wir hatten ein Apartment. Das war sehr groß und super geeignet für Familien. Sogar ein kleiner Balkon war mit dabei.

Cons:

-

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Bettina • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • solo_traveller • de
9
Passt alles
Pros:

Parkplatz kostenlos vor dem Hotel, Zimmergröße in Ordnung . Wir haben die Fahrräder in der Tiefgarage kostenlos abstellen dürfen. Frühstück super , es fehlt an nix. Ein Lob auf das Personal echt sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Nachts fande ich es sehr hell im Zimmer keine richtige verdunkelungsvorhängen, Frühstücksraum ist mehr oder weniger ein durchgangsraum vom Hotel aber dies ist alles plagen auf hohen Niveau. Bei den Single hätte etwas mehr Ausstattung gebraucht wie Kaffeemaschine oder Kaffee zubereitet.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Joachim • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • de
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Joris_Anneke • solo_traveller • be
7
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Simons • extended_group • be
8
Prima Hotel
Pros:

mooie kamer, vriendelijke staff, goed ontbijt, uitstekend restaurant op 10 meter

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • be
8
Prima hotel
Pros:

Mooie comfortabele kamer, goed bed, prima ontbijt, erg goed restaurant naast de deur

Cons:

Niets

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Anoniem • couple • nl
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Olha • solo_traveller • ua
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
7
Alles in allem eine gute Wahl
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt verkehrsgünstig und alles in allem ist es ein gutes Hotel. Das Standardzimmer ist groß und es fehlte an nichts. Das Frühstück war hervorragend, auch die dort freundlichen Mitarbeiterinnen seien hier erwähnt.

Cons:

Das Hotelzimmer war im Dachgeschoss direkt an der lauten Strasse & die Matratze gewöhnungsbedürftig. Die Einrichtung ist schon etwas älter, mir gefiel es nicht wirklich, sollte aber kein Ausschluss-Kriterium sein.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee