Name: Hôtel le Saint Nicolas
Address: 2 rue Saint Nicolas, 68340 Riquewihr, France, 2 rue Saint Nicolas, Alsace, 68340, France
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $66 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hotel Hôtel le Saint Nicolas

2 rue Saint Nicolas, 68340 Riquewihr, France –

*8.8* Riquewihr Christmas Market: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

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The ambiance was just what we hoped for - charming and so Alsace/French. The service was very good and so was the food.

Claudia, United States of America

Excellent location in the heart of the old town Good value for the money Very quite (pedestrian area) Good breakfast Good choice of cozy restaurants within walking distance

Benoit, Belgium

Very atmospheric and great location in an old, charming town.

Anthony, United States of America

Easy check in with friendly staff and a decent, inexpensive breakfast. The location is amazing!

Janelle, Germany

The coffee was undrinkabe. How can there be still a hotel anywhere in the civilized world that does not serve espresso/cappuccino/latte macchiato etc? What is good about old-fashioned filltered coffee that dates back to the 70ies????? The buffet was not what you might expect, very little choice, so not what I call a luxurious breakfast.

Ines, France

The staff were extremely nice and accommodating and the bed was super comfortable.

Natalie, United States of America

Riquewhir is a storybook town, and this hotel fits right in.

Simplify, United States of America

Friendly staff, great location if you like to stay in the center of beautiful Riquewihr

Anonymous, Netherlands

Very nice & cozy hotel, great location, friendly staff, everything clean. Confortable bed & linnen. Very nice breakfast.

Jules, Romania

The location was wonderful. It was very near the public parking just outside of the city wall, and was easy to find. The look of the room was a nice mix of traditional but modern. The price for was great for my one-night stay.

Rebekah, South Korea

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9.3

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What guests loved the most:
“The ambiance was just what we hoped for - charming and so Alsace/French. The service was very good and so was the food.”

Claudia United States of America
“Excellent location in the heart of the old town Good value for the money Very quite (pedestrian area) Good breakfast Good choice of cozy restaurants within walking distance”

Benoit Belgium
“Very atmospheric and great location in an old, charming town.”

Anthony United States of America
“Easy check in with friendly staff and a decent, inexpensive breakfast. The location is amazing!”

Janelle Germany
“The coffee was undrinkabe. How can there be still a hotel anywhere in the civilized world that does not serve espresso/cappuccino/latte macchiato etc? ”

Ines France
“The staff were extremely nice and accommodating and the bed was super comfortable.”

Natalie United States of America
“Riquewhir is a storybook town, and this hotel fits right in.”

Simplify United States of America
“Friendly staff, great location if you like to stay in the center of beautiful Riquewihr”

Netherlands
“Very nice & cozy hotel, great location, friendly staff, everything clean. Confortable bed & linnen. Very nice breakfast.”

Jules Romania
“The location was wonderful. It was very near the public parking just outside of the city wall, and was easy to find. The look of the room was a nice mix of traditional but modern. ”

Rebekah South Korea

Set in a half-timbered 17th century building, this hotel is located in Riquewihr in the heart of Alsace. Riquewihr Christmas Market is 1,150 feet away.

The guest rooms at Hôtel le Saint Nicolas feature a warm décor, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Free WiFi access is available in the property's communal lounge.

Traditional Alsatian specialties are proposed in the restaurant. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed every morning.

The property is 8.7 mi from Colmar and 40 mi from Strasbourg.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Riquewihr Christmas Market
0.2 miles
Château de Saint-Ulrich
2.5 miles
Château du Girsberg
2.6 miles
Château du Haut-Ribeaupierre
2.8 miles
Ammerschwihr Golf Resort
3.4 miles
Le Haut Koenigsbourg
6.1 miles
Theater Colmar
6.6 miles
Unterlinden Museum
6.6 miles
Tribunal de Grande Instance de Colmar
6.7 miles
House of the Heads
6.7 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Au Marché de Riquewihr Supermarket
0.1 miles

Closest Airports

Entzheim Airport
30.3 miles
Basel-Mulhouse Airport
40.7 miles
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
40.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Very nice & cozy hotel, great location, friendly staff, everything clean. Confortable bed & linnen. Very nice breakfast.”

Jules

Romania

9.1

“The hotel is a nice old house within the old city walls. It's very close to the north entrance where there is a big public parking. The staff was always f...”

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Romania

9.5

“Great location, very helpful staff. The room was perfect for a family of four and well priced.”

Trygve-mark

New Zealand

9.5

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant Le Manala

Food: French, Local

Menu: À la carte

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3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
0 - 2 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 15 per child, per night
3+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 15 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

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Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

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When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The Fine Print

Please note that a EUR 20 extra charge is applicable for arrivals between 20:00 and 23 :00. Check-in is not possible after 23:00.

Please note that a parking is available with a limited number of places available upon request and with an EUR 10 extra cost per day.

Please inform Hôtel le Saint Nicolas 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.

“The coffee was undrinkabe. How can there be still a hotel anywhere in the civilized world that does not serve espresso/cappuccino/latte macchiato etc? What is good about old-fashioned filltered coffee that dates back to the 70ies????? The buffet was not what you might expect, very little choice, so not what I call a luxurious breakfast.”

Ines

France

“The location was wonderful. It was very near the public parking just outside of the city wall, and was easy to find. The look of the room was a nice mix of traditional but modern. The price for was great for my one-night stay.”

Rebekah

South Korea

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Reviewed: April 4, 2019

Jules Mn
Romania
Age group: 35 – 44

38 helpful votes
9.2

“Nice & cozy hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A bit noisy because of the sqeeky floors and bathroom, but not so annoying for only 1-2 nights
Very nice & cozy hotel, great location, friendly staff, everything clean. Confortable bed & linnen. Very nice breakfast.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 28, 2019

Claudia
United States of America
9.6

“Very relaxing - quaint little place. We did not expect modern luxury and we were fine without.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The ambiance was just what we hoped for - charming and so Alsace/French. The service was very good and so was the food.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 1, 2019

Rebekah
South Korea
9.2

“My stay was enjoyable, and I would recommend to others for a short stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor
- • Stayed 1 night
I did not realize that my room would be in an annex building. While it was next door to the main building, it felt less inviting. I do wish that there was wifi throughout, and not just in the lounge.
The location was wonderful. It was very near the public parking just outside of the city wall, and was easy to find. The look of the room was a nice mix of traditional but modern. The price for was great for my one-night stay.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 20, 2019

Jevgenijus
Lithuania

4 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It is a nice hotel. Nothing much to add. Still had no wifi in my room :(
Really clean and spacious bathroom, authentic place which is perfectly located in a centrum of Riquewhir village. Helpfull and polite staff, warm rooms. Highly recommended.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 20, 2019

J
United Kingdom
10

“A wonderful place to stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only suggestion would be to try to increase wifi range to the rooms.
A lovely location in a lovely village. Friendly and helpful staff, everything clearly explained. Clean and quaint.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 9, 2019

Graham
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 4, 2019

Erinna
Indonesia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The restaurant has a auper delicious food.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 6, 2019

Benoit
Belgium
8.8

“Ideal for one/two days sight-seeing in Riquewihr and surroundings”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Traditional Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The room would be too small for a longer stay No wifi in the room, only in the lounge
Excellent location in the heart of the old town Good value for the money Very quite (pedestrian area) Good breakfast Good choice of cozy restaurants within walking distance

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 4, 2019

Olena
Netherlands

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel to stay in Riquewihr. We had a rather big room for 3 persons. Very good breakfast.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Wei
Australia

2 helpful votes
7.9

“Alsace village experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Budget Twin Room Third Floor
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Should have advised us where to park our car before we arrive to avoid the long walk up slope to the hotel from the bottom Parking is at the top of the village
Half timber house

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 2, 2019

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Romania
Age group: 35 – 44

18 helpful votes
9.6

“3 days stay in Riquewihr during Christmas”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Traditional Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Not much else to ask for.
The hotel is a nice old house within the old city walls. It's very close to the north entrance where there is a big public parking. The staff was always friendly, accurate and on time. They also have the restaurant across the street where you can have a very good breakfast or a la carte lunch or dinner. The city is amazing on Christmas, but beware that a lot of the restaurants and shops are closed in this period.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 27, 2018

Nergiz
Turkey
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms beds and bathroom
Location breakfast

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 24, 2018

John
United Kingdom

9 helpful votes
10

“An overnight stay on my way to buy some wine and go to an art exhibition in Basel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor
- • Stayed 1 night
Bathroom a little old fashioned.
Perfect location. Comfortable room. Pleasant restaurant attached. Remarkable price.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 23, 2018

Sophie
Canada
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No internet

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 10, 2018

Anthony
United States of America
9.2

“Because of the manager ,if I visited this town again,I probably would stay at a different hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The proprietor/ manager was not friendly or very welcoming. His answers to questions were curt and sometimes misleading.
Very atmospheric and great location in an old, charming town.

Stayed in November 2018

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	Triple Room 3 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Warmly decorated room with an private bathroom. Room Facilities: • TV • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Quadruple Room 2 twin beds and 1 full bed	Show prices
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	Single Room - 1 person - Third Floor 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room features a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Traditional Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds or 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room is decorated in warm tones and features a TV and a private bathroom. Room Facilities: • TV • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Superior Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds or 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom These larger rooms have a TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Room Facilities: • TV • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Budget Twin Room Third Floor 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This budget twin room is located under the eaves of the property, on the 3rd floor and is accessible by stairs only. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • TV • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Family Suite 4 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This large family suite features 2 flat-screen TVs, a large bathroom with a bathtub, high quality bedding and underfloor heating. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Privilege Room with Terrace 1 full bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room offers a terrace, flat-screen TV, high quality bedding and underfloor heating Room Facilities: • TV • Hairdryer • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Terrace • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Comfort Plus Double Room 1 full bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room offers flat-screen TV, high quality bedding and underfloor heating Room Facilities: • TV • Hairdryer • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Triple Room - 3rd Floor 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Desk • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Flat-screen TV • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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