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Hotel Rennsteig

Name: Hotel Rennsteig
Address: Rennsteigstraße 33, Steinbach am Wald, 96361, Steinbach am Wald, DE

8.5/ 10Recommended

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📍Rennsteigstraße 33, Steinbach am Wald, 96361 · Steinbach am Wald ↗

Free breakfastLuggage storageFree WiFiFree buffet breakfastFree breakfastElevatorAll 8 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests praise the hiking/cycling location, abundant breakfast, and friendly staff. Main complaints include outdated rooms, small bathrooms, cleanliness issues, and poor value for dinner.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.1

Service8.9

Surroundings8.8

Cleanliness8.5

Wi-Fi8.4

Rooms8.2

Value8.1

Facilities8.0

＋ PraisedQuiet location ideal for hiking and nature · Generous and tasty breakfast and dinner buffets · Friendly and helpful staff · Motorcycle-friendly and pet-friendly

－ ComplaintsSome rooms outdated with small bathrooms · Dining and drink prices considered high · Occasional cleanliness and maintenance lapses · Inconsistent service experiences

KEYIdeal for hikers/cyclists. Manage expectations on room condition, check hygiene, and consider dining out for dinner.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationIs the hotel suitable for hiking or cycling?＋

Yes, guests highly praise its great location for hiking and cycling, set in a quiet and comfortable environment.

diningIs breakfast included? How is the quality?＋

Yes, free buffet breakfast is included. Guests rate it highly for being abundant and tasty.

diningHow is the value for dinner?＋

The value for dinner is considered poor, with high prices and limited options noted by guests.

roomAre the rooms modern? Are the bathrooms large?＋

Some rooms have outdated facilities and small bathrooms. While equipped with modern amenities, space may be limited.

serviceIs the staff friendly?＋

Yes, staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful, with a service dimension score of 8.9.

facilityIs parking convenient? Is there luggage storage?＋

Yes, free self-parking and luggage storage are available, along with an elevator for easy access.

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Hotel Rennsteig

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 3

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Facilities · 8

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