17 Best Hotels in Alsace-Lorraine, France

In a quiet location just a few steps from the Kapelturm Beffroi, this smart hotel balances old-fashioned coziness with up-to-date guest rooms that are both comfortable and stylish; some overlook the garden and ramparts. The hotel's gastronomic restaurant is one of the best in town. Other on-site amenities include a glitzy pool and spa.

Like Itterswiller—the cute wine village it overlooks—this yellow-walled, half-timber, hillside hotel exudes charm, from the wood-beam lobby with its wrought-iron staircase right through to the "country deluxe" lodgings with views across the nearby vineyards. Rooms, while not overly spacious, are well done, with large wood-framed beds, colorfully upholstered furnishings, capacious windows, and all the modern conveniences (including a pool, hamman, and sauna). Across the street, the hotel's winstub-style restaurant features a vintage winepress and serves Alsace wines by the jug; homemade foie gras, pike perch in Riesling sauce, and traditional choucroute top the menu.

Every bit as grand as Place Stanislas, on which it stands, this 18th-century building—with a regal interior and guest rooms decorated in Louis XV style (the most luxurious overlook the square)—is officially classified as a historic monument. The hotel's spectacular Louis restaurant, is aglitter with chandeliers and boiserie.

Across from the cathedral on a picturesque pedestrian street, this modest little hotel with updated rooms has a welcoming air and a quirky sense of style. Stuffed animal heads and Louis XV–style furniture wow guests in the public areas while the guest rooms' bright fabrics, gilt mirrors, and thronelike armchairs instill a royal flair. The all-tile showers are impeccable, but only the superieur rooms come with tubs.

Deep in the shuttered Vieille Ville, this quiet, convivial hotel occupies an 18th-century nobleman's mansion with a magnificent stone-floor entry and a delightful walled garden; some guest rooms are furnished with period pieces and charmingly incongruous murals, while others have been redecorated in a sleek contemporary style. This a good choice for bargain-hunting romantics—splurge on a suite for affordable luxury and an extra bed.

Looking like an illustration out of a book by the Brothers Grimm, this hotel is set in a 16th-century house with a central tower, steep mansard roof, country shutters, and rusticated stone trim; inside, several guest rooms have grand timber beams and folkloric furniture stencils, making this a truly charming base for touring a truly charming town. The place blends so beautifully into the heart of medieval Riquewihr that the only modern note will be your car, which you'll be allowed to drive to the hotel even though the town center is pedestrian-only.

Guest rooms at this erstwhile family winery, in the center of Ribeauvillé and with an ornate Renaissance fountain outside its front door, are modern, spacious, and well positioned for experiencing the atmospheric town by night; those on the top floor have exposed timbers and wonderful views of ramshackle rooftops. As you would expect, given the history of the hotel, the owners can provide expert advice when it comes to wine tours.

In a 250-year-old mansion just off Place Gutenberg, this budget-friendly hotel has colorful, modernized rooms with charming highlights from the past. Little fifth-floor lofts reveal skylights and timbered ceilings, while air-conditioning allows you to close the windows if the street noise gets to be too much. The delightful breakfast room is inviting but sometimes a bit crowded, so consider an early start, or be prepared to wait for (or share) a table. The English-speaking staff is friendly, and the location is convenient.

With an enviable location on the main square (which is the setting for the town's Christmas market) and modern on-trend contemporary rooms (all equipped with air-conditioning), this four-star hotel ticks all the right boxes. It occupies the original site of a 17th-century auberge, although the present building dates from the 1960s. Upgraded rooms in the front (opt for the room with a balcony) offer pretty views of the square with the twin spires of the 19th-century church in the background. The Le Comptoir tearoom/café buzzes with locals and tourists alike, serving pastries, light snacks, and before-dinner drinks at tables on a street-side terrace.

Behind the photogenic facade of this 17th-century, half-timber house, you’ll find comfy, clean-lined bedrooms set around a geranium-festooned interior courtyard; the quietest quarters come with a view of the ramparts. Bold color splashes and an art-adorned interior give the place an artsy-rustic appeal.

More promising than you'd expect from the bland 1970s exterior, this easy-to-find hotel near the train station has a distinct sense of style. Public areas are decked out with eclectic art works and assorted objets chosen by the cheerful owner. The guest rooms, mainly midsize, combine clean lines and crisp white linens with bold accents; the bathrooms, though functional, aren't quite so slick.

At this design-focused hotel in a Vosges sandstone building, cutting-edge style meets 19th-century elegance. Guest rooms have a snappy, understated style with white linens and bold splashes of color (think turquoise and mustard). There's also a small spa and fitness center on the lower level.

A few miles west of Obernai, this white-shuttered, flower-bedecked, 18th-century house treats diners to fine meals and accommodates overnight guests in impeccable rooms with sleek contemporary furnishings (opt for one in the main building, not the annex). Hotel amenities include a sauna and heated outdoor pool. The restaurant (reservations essential; closed to nonguests Wednesday) is one of the region's top attractions. Here you can savor Patrick Fritz's sophisticated twists on regional specialties, including a delicate choucroute with fresh and smoked fish in beurre blanc. Don't miss the fruity red wine, an Ottrott exclusive.

Built in 1565 in the fortified walls that encircle the Vieille Ville, this romantic, riverside inn is made up of a series of Renaissance houses lavished with glossy rafters, rich brocades, four-poster beds, Jacuzzis, and other extravagant details. A vivid color scheme—scarlet, sapphire, candy pink—further enhances the Vermeer-like atmosphere. All in all, this is not a high-end luxury hotel; it's an endearing, quirky old place hanging over a Petite Venise canal. The hotel's restaurant, À l'Échevin, (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) offers top-notch cuisine. Dine in salons or on the terrace perched above the river.

Set in a beautifully restored 18th-century barn next to the village church, this unpretentious hotel offers real, rustic Alsatian charm; quiet, comfy guest rooms have functional dark-wood furnishings and, in some cases, balconies overlooking the street. In good weather, take advantage of the pleasant garden and courtyard.

Tucked behind the cathedral, this 17th-century former canon’s house combines cutting-edge style with period features to create a boutique bed-and-breakfast. The wrought-iron staircase leads you to the wood-floored, lofty rooms with ultramodern bathrooms. The Mandarine room in particular showcases the owner’s renovating skill with its 1950s-style decor, while handpicked artwork and Art Nouveau pieces deck out the public areas. A wisteria-draped inner courtyard is the perfect setting for alfresco breakfasts. Wine tastings can also be organized in the ancestral cellar on request.

On the edge of Ribeauvillé's old quarter, this gracious, 18th-century, half-timber inn offers a warm welcome: a crackling fire greets you downstairs, while exposed timbers, sumptuous fabrics, and slick bathrooms await upstairs. The two "Maries"—who have owned the inn for more than two decades—bring an unpretentious, sisterly vibe to this intimate address. There's no on-site restaurant, but being able to enjoy a gentle hearthside conversation, wine glass in hand, is ample compensation.