This 3-star hotel offers traditional-style rooms and Bavarian cuisine. It lies 1.9 miles outside Vohenstrauß in the Oberpfälzer Wald forest. The A6 motorway is a 2-minute drive away. Family-run since 1885, the Hotel zum Schwarzen Bären offers country-style rooms with free WiFi and SKY TV (Champions League and Bundesliga) in all of the rooms. All include a free bottle of mineral water. A breakfast buffet is available each morning. Bavarian specialties are served in the evenings. The Schwarzen Bären's roof terrace features views of Leuchtenberg Castle. Hiking and cycling are popular activities in the area. The Goldsteig hiking trail passes close to the hotel. Guests with cars can park on-site for free. The historic town of Weiden and the Czech border are just a 15-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.1
Free WiFi
7.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    Very clean. Thoughtful necessities provided. Very comfortable bed and plenty of room. Friendly staff. Also right off the hyway yet Very peaceful. Perfect for a long road trip place to stay.
  • João
    Portugal Portugal
    Overnight sleep, was surprised by the place itself, tidy, clean and well maintained. Located in a very small village, the quiet was indeed welcoming. Simple yet pleasant breakfast, didn't get to taste it properly as I had to leave early and ate...
  • Alyaa
    Egypt Egypt
    The breakfast was wonderful, the cleanness and great hospitality was remarkable. I also liked a lot the quietness and privacy.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      German
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional

Amenities of Zum Schwarzen Bären
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Mosquito net
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • Czech
    • German
    • English
    • Russian

    House rules

    Zum Schwarzen Bären takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Crib upon request
    € 15 per stay
    2 years old
    Crib upon request
    € 15 per stay
    Extra bed upon request
    € 20 per child, per night
    3 - 15 years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 20 per child, per night
    16+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 25 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Zum Schwarzen Bären of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Zum Schwarzen Bären

    • Zum Schwarzen Bären is 1.6 miles from the center of Vohenstrauß. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Zum Schwarzen Bären offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Zum Schwarzen Bären may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Zum Schwarzen Bären has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Room options at Zum Schwarzen Bären include:

      • Single
      • Double

    • Guests staying at Zum Schwarzen Bären can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Check-in at Zum Schwarzen Bären is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.