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Single Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

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

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

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 WiFi

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Corner Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Corner Double Room

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

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 - 16 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Marketplace Square - 18 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

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

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 tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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

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 Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Watthalden on Jul 19, 2026 start from $93, 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.

Is there parking available at Hotel Watthalden?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 15 per day. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Watthalden?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include free wired internet as well as an al fresco restaurant and a rooftop terrace.

Does Hotel Watthalden have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Hotel Watthalden have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Watthalden?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Watthalden offer a balcony/patio.

Hotel Watthalden Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 492 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 492 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 492 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 492 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 492 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Sabine

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

10/10 Excellent

Petra van der

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Hans

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

10/10 Excellent

Petra van der

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

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen

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

8/10 Good

Stuart

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

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

8/10 Good

Mario

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

YUKIHORO

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

8/10 Good

Jan-Erik

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

10/10 Excellent

Marieke

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

10/10 Excellent

Marieke

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

8/10 Good

manfred

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles sehr gut
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fernand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La chambre coté forêt est super calme. Le personnel à l'accueil est très sympa et parlait même le français. Le petit déjeuner est très bien garni.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Prima hotel, goed ontbijt en leuke stube ernaast. Ideale stop voor de wintersportreis
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Alles sehr gut
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eckhard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer hat alles, was man braucht, alles sehr sauber, das Personal sehr freundlich. Das Frühstück ist hervorragend. Man fühlt sich überall im Hotel sehr wohl. Ein ausgezeichnetes Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sauberes schönes Zimmer Reichhaltiges, abwechslungsreiches Frühstück
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025