Top 20 Luxury Hotels in Dresden - Sara Lind's Guide 2025 (2025)

Highly elegant. Unique. Popular among couples. This 5-star-superior hotel offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, a 400m² day spa and Caroussel Novelle restaurant. It lies in the heart of Dresden's Baroque district, a 15-minute walk from the Old Town.Combining Baroque and modern charm, the elegant rooms at the Bülow Palais are decorated with warm colours, beautiful fabrics and stylish materials. All rooms include fresh fruit, daily newspapers and a flat-screen TV.Breakfast is served in the light-flooded conservatory. Guests can dine in the gourmet Restaurant Caroussel Novelle. There is also a bar area and cigar lounge.The modern spa area includes a gym with modern equipment and 3 saunas, which overlook the rooftops of the Baroque district. Beauty treatments and relaxing massages are available here. The relaxation area is designed the style of a Caribbean island.The Semper Opera, Frauenkirche church and Zwinger Palace are within 1.5 km of the hotel. Guests can use the secure underground car park.

In my judgement this could be one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Dresden.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 58

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Historic. This 5-star hotel offers elegant rooms. It is next to Dresden Castle, a 5-minute walk from the Frauenkirche Church. The modern bathrooms have a hairdryer.There are 3 different design types that pay homage to the baroque heritage of Dresden but also appeal to the modern luxury traveller.The new pool and sauna area is open daily between 07:00 and 20:00, and a range of massages and spa treatments are available. The hotel was completely renovated in 2024.Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski offers air-conditioned rooms with Wi-Fi access and satellite TV, and all rooms have a minibar and seating area. The modern fitness area at Taschenbergpalais is open daily from 06:30 to 22:00. The hotel can also provide you with information on popular running routes along the Elbe river with a view of Dresden's skyline. Massages can be enjoyed in your hotel room.Room service is not included. Amalie Patisserie & Lounge, Bar 1705, Restaurant Das Palais for a fresh cuisine of the classicsThe Altmarkt tram stop or Theaterplatz is 200 meters from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 203

Stars: 5

Boutique hotel. Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Located within the grounds of the 18th century Schloß Pillnitz palace, this privately run hotel enjoys a beautiful setting by the river Elbe, surrounded by picturesque vineyards and fruit orchards.Look forward to the romantic and spacious rooms of the 4-star Schloss Hotel Dresden Pillnitz. Wake up from a peaceful night's sleep to an excellent breakfast buffet. Free WiFi is available in the lobby.From April to October, sit in the beer garden, where you can enjoy draught beer and hearty meals. Tasty Saxon dishes are served in the conservatory café. Half board consists of breakfast as well as a regional 3-course dinner in the conservatory café. When the weather turns cold, enjoy the cosy restaurant with its open fireplace and dine on delicious Mediterranean cuisine.From the jetty, which is just 150 metres away, take a ferry trip down the Elbe to the romantic Sächsische Schweiz (Saxon Switzerland) region or the cathedral town of Meißen. Alternatively, you can use one of the hotel bicycles and explore the area following the nearby Elbe cycle path.

I would describe this as the most charming and relaxing luxury hotel in Dresden.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 42

Stars: 4

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Beautiful. Nice interior design. Popular among women. This completely renovated pet-friendly hotel features a new modern-baroque design. The centre of Dresden, featuring sights such as the Frauenkirche Church, is a 10-minute walk away.The rooms of Gewandhaus Hotel Dresden have a modern-baroque design and there is adjustable air conditioning in all rooms. The bathrooms are decorated in Italian marble and many have a spa bath. Guests can also enjoy complimentary magazines that can be downloaded on-site.The [m]eatery restaurant + bar specialises in willow beef. The Kuchen Atelier also serves a variety of tea/coffee specialities and homemade cakes.Guests can walk to the centre or take the tram. The Pirnaischer Platz tram stop is a 2-minute walk from the Gewandhaus Hotel Dresden. Tram number 4 runs to the Semperoper Opera House in just 5 minutes.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 127

Stars: 5

Very stylish. Cool. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. This stylish boutique hotel is situated between the Kraftwerk Mitte cultural area and Dresden’s world-famous Baroque attractions. It offers free high-speed WiFi, a fitness room and a 24-hour reception.Rooms at Hotel Indigo Dresden - Wettiner Platz are individually furnished. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a flat-screen TV, a desk and a private bathroom with shower.A buffet or à la carte breakfast is available daily.Dresden Mitte is just a 5-minute walk away and offers good tram and S-Bahn train connections throughout Dresden. Dresden Main Station, the Messe Dresden exhibition grounds can be reached within 10 minutes by public transport.

This might be the most stylish luxury hotel in Dresden.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 186

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Rooftop restaurant. This 5-star-superior hotel with original Baroque façade stands beside Dresden's famous Frauenkirche Church. It offers stylish spa facilities and free WiFi in all areas.The soundproofed rooms at Hotel Suitess are decorated in a 19th-century style. All include a flat-screen TV, CD/DVD player, and bathroom with Italian marble.An exclusive breakfast is served in the Suitess’s restaurant. In warm weather, guests can dine in the conservatory overlooking the Frauenkirche.Exclusive spa treatments, a hot tub, and a sauna area are available at Hotel Suitess. Guests enjoy views of the dome of the Frauenkirche Church.Hotel Suitess is just a 10-minute walk from the Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. The 24-hour reception can book private chauffeurs.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 72

Stars: 5

Great location. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. This luxury hotel boasts a prime location beside the renowned Frauenkirche church in the heart of Dresden. It offers free WiFi.The Townhouse Dresden offers extremely spacious, well-appointed rooms and suites within walking distance of the Zwinger Palace, the Semper Opera House and the congress centre.19th century elegance combines with modern comfort and the latest in technology to provide a distinctive ambience. All rooms include a flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers.For an extra fee, the hotel offers a breakfast with regional products, bread, rolls and cakes. Breakfast is served on the first floor where guests enjoy a view of the Neumarkt square.Vegan dishes for breakfast are available, however only on request beforehand.

This luxury hotel has a great location in Dresden. It is very popular among couples travelling to Dresden.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 92

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Comfortable beds. Great location. Situated Dresden Castle in the heart of Dresden’s Old Town, this hotel offers a gym, spa, and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is 200 metres from the Semper Opera and 500 metres from the Frauenkirche church.HYPERION Hotel Dresden Am Schloss has spacious rooms and suites with flat-screen TVs, hot drinks facilities and a choice of pillows. Comforts include bathrobes, slippers and a free bottle of mineral water.Guests can enjoy snacks and homemade pastries in the HYPERION Hotel Dresden's lounge, and can end the day with a cocktail in the chic bar.Located in a historic stone cellar, the Pürovel Spa features a sauna and massage rooms. Active guests will enjoy the Alpine-style fitness room.The Altmarkt ‎and Theaterplatz Tram Stops are within 350 metres, providing direct connections to Dresden Central Station and Dresden Mitte Train Station.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 196

Stars: 5

Apartment hotel. Rooftop restaurant. Comfortable beds. This accommodation lies directly opposite the Zwinger Palace and pond, near the Semper Opera and Dresden's other historic attractions.Each studio or apartment at Residenz am Zwinger has its own balcony or terrace. All units feature custom-made high-quality furniture and a fully equipped fitted kitchen. The bathrooms have a walk-in shower or spa bath, and each studio or apartment also offers underfloor heating, a washing machine, clothes drier and king-size beds.The aparthotel is only a short walk from the beautiful River Elbe terrace and there are many restaurants and shopping opportunities nearby.An underground parking space is available on request at the Residenz am Zwinger.

This apartment hotel has a cool rooftop restaurant.

Hotel rating: 9.4 (amazing)

Rooms: 100

Stars: 4

Delightful property. Historic property. Superb breakfast. This 4-star hotel is an 18th-century building located 500 metres from the River Elbe, opposite Dresden’s historic Old Town district. Romantik Hotel Bülow Residenz offers access to the neighbouring Bülow Palais spa and fitness centre for a fee.Romantik Hotel Bülow Residenz Dresden is one of the oldest manors in Saxony. Free wired internet is provided in the Baroque-style rooms and suites, which are richly decorated with red and gold colours. A flat-screen satellite TV, seating area and free Wi-Fi come as standard.A buffet breakfast is served each morning in the elegant restaurant with its chandelier, valuable antiques, large panoramic windows and lush red carpet. Breakfast can also be served in the covered courtyard in summer.The accommodation is just metres from Relais & Châteaux Hotel Bülow Palais where guests are welcome to use the underground parking spaces, spa and fitness area, as well as dine in the Caroussel restaurant and in Bülow's Bistro.Guests are within a 15-minute walk of all Dresden’s Old Town attractions, including the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and Frauenkirche Church. Dresden-Neustadt Train Station is 750 metres away.

Based on my research this is the most beautiful, historic and unique luxury hotel in Dresden. It also has a highly rated breakfast and very cosy rooms. WOW!

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 27

Stars: 4

Hip. Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. The Penck Hotel is situated a few minutes' walk from the historical Old Town district of Dresden with its landmarks such as the Frauenkirche church, Zwinger palace and Semper opera.It is also a good base for jogging along the nearby Elbe meadows.High-speed WiFi is provided free of charge for guests in all parts of the Penck Hotel Dresden.The à la carte restaurant offers fresh regional cuisine, homemade cakes and Saxon specialities. At the bar you can relax and enjoy local beers and wines from the region while watching Sky sports channels. .

Perhaps this is the most WELL DESIGNED hotel in Dresden. It also has super comfortable beds and great affordability.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 174

Stars: 4

Historic. Centrally located in Dresden’s historic Old Town, this design hotel offers the 6th-floor Sky-Bar with views of the Frauenkirche Church. The Innside by Meliá Dresden offers a free spa and stylish, contemporary-style rooms.Innside by Meliá Dresden’s air-conditioned rooms and suites. Free Wifi is available throughout the hotel. The modern bathrooms feature a rain shower and toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers can be provided upon request.German and international dishes are offered at the chic, high-ceilinged VEN restaurant. Exotic cocktails can be enjoyed at the cocktail bar, TWIST.The hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the Synagoge tram stop, which provides connections to Dresden Main Station in just 5 minutes.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 188

Stars: 4

Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Situated on the River Elbe between Dresden’s Old Town and the Weißer Hirsch district, this elegant hotel is a 19th-century Tudor-style palace along the upper bank of the River Elbe. It is set in 15 hectares of parkland, surrounded by ancient trees.Hotel Schloss Eckberg offers exclusively furnished rooms in the castle with high-class furnishings, and antiques. Some rooms are situated in the Cavalier's House in the park, just 200 metres from the main building.The Hotel Schloss Eckberg features 2 saunas and a fitness room , all located in the Cavalier's House.The stylish Schlossrestaurant serves a rich breakfast buffet, lunches, afternoon coffee with regional pastries as well as elegant dinners.A tram stop is just 150 metres from the hotel, takes you to Dresden’s Old Town in 15 minutes. Many free parking spaces are also available.The hotel is 4.5 km from Dresdner Neustadt Train Station and 7.3 km from Dresden Main Station. It is 5.5. km from the Dresden Exhibition Centre and 10 km from the Hellerau motorway exit.

This hotel has outstanding views!

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 82

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Great location. This hotel lies in Neumarkt square, in the heart of Dresden. It offers elegant rooms, free WiFi and views of the famous Frauenkirche church.All the air-conditioned rooms at the Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe feature cable flat-screen TV and laptop safe. Tea/coffee facilities are included.The Steigenberger in Dresden offers a rich breakfast buffet each morning. Our Lobby Bar serves healthy regional and international cuisine, which can be enjoyed on the terrace in the summer months.The famous Royal Palace, the Zwinger, the Semper Opera House and Albertinum Museum in Dresden’s Old Town are all within an 8-minute walk from the Steigenberger.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 191

Stars: 5

Trendy. Stylish. Great value. This music themed fancy upcycling hotel is an elegant residential building in Dresden’s Neustadt district, 6 tram stops from Dresden’s Old Town. The mightyTwice Hotel Dresden offers free Wi-Fi.The bright and spacious rooms at mightyTwice Hotel Dresden are classically furnished. All rooms include satellite TV, a desk and private bathroom.Drinks can be enjoyed on the terrace, property offers a free coffee and tea flat rate.The mightyTwice Hotel Dresden offers a spa with a gym, sauna and solarium for free.The entry for the gym and solarium for the mightyTwice Hotel Dresden is included in the rate.The mightyTwice Hotel Dresden is a 2-minute walk from Stauffenbergallee tram stop. On-site underground and outside parking is available and it is a 10-minute drive to Dresden Airport and the A4 motorway.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 156

Stars: 4

Apartment hotel. Unique. Great views. Offering free Wi-Fi, these stylish apartments are situated a 5-minute walk from the historic Frauenkirche Church. Guests enjoy access to the roof terrace, which offers views of the courtyard and the Kreuzkirche Church.Decorated in soft shades of pink and cream, these apartments feature a seating area with a flat-screen TV. A hairdryer is provided in the modern bathroom, and some apartments are wheelchair accessible.Many of Dresden’s main sights are within a 10-minute walk of the Am Schloss Apartments. Dresden Transport Museum is a 3-minute walk from the apartments, and the Zwinger Palace is a 5-minute walk away.Postplatz tram stop is 300 metres away, and provides connections to Dresden Central Station. The A4 can be reached in 15 minutes.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 30

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Historic. Great views. The Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden amid beautiful gardens on the banks of the River Elbe, directly across the beautiful Augustus Bridge from Dresden's Baroque district. It has a 120 m² pool and a fitness room.The Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden has modern rooms and exclusive suites, which are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a bathroom.A rich breakfast is served in the Palais Restaurant with terrace. Guests can enjoy cocktails at the Café-Bar Pöppelmann. In summer the Elbsegler-Biergarten is open and offers cool beer and grilled specialities.The Neustädter Markt tram stop is only a 2-minute walk away and offers a direct connection to Dresden's main train station. Sights such as the Frauenkirche church, the Semper Opera or Zwinger Palace are only a few minutes' walk away.In addition, you have a unique view of Dresden's Old Town silhouette from the hotel garden.

Hotel rating: 8.4 (very good)

Rooms: 339

Stars: 5

Set in Dresden, 1.7 km from International Congress Center Dresden, ARCOTEL HafenCity Dresden offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from Zwinger.All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the units at ARCOTEL HafenCity Dresden have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms here will provide you with a seating area.The breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options.The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation.Languages spoken at the reception include German and English.Old and New Green Vault is 2.9 km from ARCOTEL HafenCity Dresden, while Brühl's Terrace is 2.9 km away. Dresden Airport is 9 km from the property.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 179

Stars: 4

This hotel is located in the city centre, just a few steps away from the Semper Opera House and Dresden's historic Old Town district. It offers spacious accommodation, a swimming pool and a large terrace along the River Elbe.The elegant, air-conditioned rooms at the Maritim Hotel Dresden feature TV and a safe with laptop charger. WiFi is provided free of charge for guests in the whole hotel.Hotel guests can also use the Maritim Hotel Dresden's modern spa area (for a fee). This has a swimming pool, sauna and steam room. A beauty salon and massage services are also available at a surcharge.From the conservatory restaurant with terrace, offering international and regional dishes, you have views of the Elbe and city centre.The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Dresden's numerous sightseeing attractions. The pathway along the Elbe is also popular with hikers and cyclists.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 343

Stars: 4

Elegant. Great breakfast. Great value. This inviting hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the city centre and Dresden's historic Old Town. It offers Italian-style accommodation and a sauna and fitness area (both usable for a surcharge) with a terrace, offering panoramic views of the city.Rooms at the Hotel Elbflorenz Dresden include French windows. Each is equipped with cable TV, air conditioning, and a minibar.La Piazza Bistro offers homemade cakes and pastries, and the Ristorante Quattro Cani serves Italian dishes. Drinks can be enjoyed in the La Piazza Bar and Bandinelli lounge, or outside on the summer terrace.Sights including the Frauenkirche Cathedral and Semper Opera House are 10 minutes on foot from Hotel Elbflorenz Dresden. The hotel is also directly connected to Dresden's Messe Trade Center, just 3 km away.The Hotel Elbflorenz is located opposite Freiberger Straße Train Station. From here, guests can reach all parts of the city. Underground parking is available on site.

Hotel rating: 8.6 (fabulous)

Rooms: 208

Stars: 4