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Hotel Ritter Durbach

Durbach, Germany

Hotel Ritter Durbach

Black Forest spa inn

Durbach, Germany

Renovated

2013

Price

$$

Outside the door

Black Forest spa inn

Eight interconnected houses turn a 1656 village tavern into an unhurried stay dedicated to thermal saunas, vinotherapy, and Baden wine.

Hotel Ritter Durbach

What it’s good at

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Heritage

Notable

Original 1656 half-timbered framing anchors eight interconnected buildings across the village property.

Wellness

Notable

Vinotherapy wraps in floating loungers complement rooftop saunas overlooking Durbach vineyards.

Local

Notable

Chef Jan Hoffmann pairs Baden soul food with local Durbach vineyard vintages.

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Hotel Ritter Durbach
Hotel Ritter Durbach
Hotel Ritter Durbach

What they say

Michelin Selected

Michelin

today it’s a collage of historical and modern structures, and its interiors mix classic inspiration with contemporary cool.
— Michelin 
Hotel Ritter Durbach

Somewhere quiet

Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.

Terraced vineyards rise directly behind the village, leading up to Schloss Staufenberg on the ridge above the valley.

Hotel Ritter Durbach
Hotel Ritter Durbach
Hotel Ritter Durbach

The rooms

Top spa suites feature indoor whirlpool tubs and private rooftop terraces equipped with outdoor saunas.

Hotel Ritter Durbach, rooms
Hotel Ritter Durbach, rooms
Hotel Ritter Durbach, rooms

The indoor pool

Bring a swimsuit.

An indoor swimming pool sits beneath exposed timber beams, joined by an illuminated circular hot tub against stone walls.

Hotel Ritter Durbach, the pool
Hotel Ritter Durbach, the pool

The spa

Glass-fronted fireplaces and rustic timber beams warm the relaxation lounges, set steps from a 42-degree herbal inhalation chamber.

Hotel Ritter Durbach, the spa
Hotel Ritter Durbach, the spa

Restaurant

Makidan

Dark wood panelling and crystal chandeliers fill the dining room, where evening menus draw on Black Forest game and wild herbs.

Hotel Ritter Durbach, makidan
Hotel Ritter Durbach, makidan
Hotel Ritter Durbach, makidan

At the table

A suit of armour stands beside the backlit timber counter at Ritter Bar, which serves classic cocktails and fine whiskies.

Hotel Ritter Durbach, at the table

How it began

Hotel Ritter Durbach, how it began

The property began as a seventeenth-century tavern, housing the tithe cellars that stored wine for nearby All Saints Abbey.

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How we rate hotels.

The medals

Gold

Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.

Silver

Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.

Bronze

They did this well. You’ll notice.

Listed

A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.

The eight vibes

Design

Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.

Luxe

Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.

Local

It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.

Social

Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.

Heritage

A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.

Wellness

You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.

Classic

The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.

Resort

A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.

The scene

Lively

Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.

Central

Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.

Quiet

Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.

Secluded

A place apart: the property is the destination.

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