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Hotel Watthalden

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A hotel entrance with a clear view of the interior, including a reception desk, seating area, and a visible plant.
A modern bathroom with a glass sink, a shower, and a large mirror.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and benches, surrounded by potted plants.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a large vase, and a building with a tiled roof.
A modern hotel with a white facade and multiple windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Pforzheimer Strasse 67a, Ettlingen, BW, 76275
  • Place, Albgaubad Outdoor Pool
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buhlsche Mühle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ettlingen Palace
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Karlsruhe Baden-Baden (FKB-Baden Airpark)
    ‪37 min drive‬
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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, and a television.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A spacious room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a blue accent wall, and a large window.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Corner Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a large bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Ettlingen

Hotel Watthalden places you next to Central-North Black Forest Nature Park and Buhlsche Mühle. This 4-star hotel has 83 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Albgaubad Outdoor Pool - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Buhlsche Mühle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ettlingen Palace - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Karlsruhe Convention Centre - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Marketplace Square - 19 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ettlingen West Station - 4 min drive
  • Ettlingen Stadt S-Bahn - 9 min walk
  • Stuttgart Airport (STR) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LilleHus Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Eiscafé und Conditorei Tiziano - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Watts Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vogel Hausbräu Ettlingen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dönerfabrik Ettlingen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Watthalden

Guests staying at Hotel Watthalden enjoy a gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and express check-out.
Guests can expect 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and first-run movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Watts Brasserie

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • First-run movies

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Watthalden
Hotel Watthalden Ettlingen
Watthalden
Watthalden Ettlingen
Watthalden Hotel
Hotel Watthalden Hotel
Hotel Watthalden Ettlingen
Hotel Watthalden Hotel Ettlingen

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Watthalden?

Hotel Watthalden provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Watthalden?

As of Sep 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Watthalden on Sep 27, 2026 start from $78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Hotel Watthalden?

This hotel is located in Ettlingen, just steps from Central-North Black Forest Nature Park and Buhlsche Mühle, and within a short walk of Albgaubad Outdoor Pool. You'll also find Karlsruhe Zoo and Ettlingen Palace within a short drive.

Does Hotel Watthalden include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Watthalden doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Watthalden?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Watthalden have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Watthalden serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Watts Brasserie.

Will Hotel Watthalden allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Watthalden for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night.

How close is the airport from Hotel Watthalden?

The closest major airport to Hotel Watthalden is Karlsruhe Baden-Baden (FKB-Baden Airpark), which is 23.6 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Hotel Watthalden Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 514 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It a very pleasant stay and hotel is very good and cöean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, tastfull breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Very friendly staff, good breakfast, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and nice Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We slept here for the third time and as always it was exelent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly. Clean. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

Lovely hotel - easy to find and conveniently located. Only issue was that the Guest WiFi was very slow.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

The only improvement i can think of are better pillows, the are too soft for me
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All fine , just stayed 1 short night, but good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, good environment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay and especially loved the mountain view from my window. Even though there was a road nearby, it wasn't noisy. The staff were accommodating, and the breakfast was a highlight. While the room cleaning every three days suited us just fine, the hotel itself feels a bit old-fashioned. The sound insulation could be improved, as the doors rattled when people moved in the hallway. Also, keep in mind that rooms lack a kettle and a fridge.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Everything was perfect😄
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Staff & service

Good location and very good breakfasy

The room was terrible with a very low bed and toilet, probably made for midgets. Not so nice service when we arrives. Very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Restaurant + hotel not vice versa

Hotel nice but nothing remarkable. Very remarkable on theother hand is the restaurant beloning to the hotel. Outside/inside very nice and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great,but we did not like the smell of sigarets from the room above us. Friendly staff. Breakfast was good. Overall a good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Years ago when we lived in Ettlingen I admired the historic hotel Watthalden property and we had a very happy stay there this summer. The hotel is nicely decorated, the suites are spacious with kitchenette facilities, we found the breakfast buffet to be excellent, and the surrounding area by the Alb River is beautiful and serene. We were just a short walk to town with its wonderful dining, parks and shopping. Short walk to the train for Karlsruhe and beyond. Lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schönes grosses Zimmer, zum Wald hin. Dadurch angenehm kühl, bei hohen Temperaturen 36 Grad. Grosses Bad mit Hocker, perfekt für meinen Mann. Gerne wieder
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grosses sauberes Zimmer, Tiefgarage vorhanden und man kann kostenlos E-Bikes ausleihen. Alles bestens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prima hotel voor doorreis naar Italie goede bedden prima ontbijt alleen jammer dat de restaurant op zondag dicht was al met al prima hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026