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Hotel Restaurant Sonne

★★★·8.7/ 10Recommended
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Check-in 03:00 PM / out 11:00 AM
Free beach shuttleFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageSafety deposit boxFacilities for disabled guestsAll 44 facilities +
Review
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Surrounded by picturesque half-timber buildings, this hotel lies in the heart of the historic town center of Gengenbach. All classic-style rooms at Hotel Restaurant Sonne feature TV, desk, free WiFi and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Rooms are divided between the main hotel building and 2 guest houses. Some rooms can be reached by elevator. A Black Forest-style breakfast buffet is available each morning in the bright breakfast room. Fine regional Baden cuisine and specialties of the season are served with wine from the Ortenau in the Restaurant Sonne. Hotel Sonne is an ideal base for hiking and cycling through the Black Forest. Day trips to the Alsace region are also recommended. Covered parking spaces are available for a fee. Gengenbach Train Station is a 5-minute walk from the property. Hotel Restaurant Sonne provides a free shuttle service to and from the station.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 281 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-10

Guests highly praise the central location, spacious modern rooms, and friendly staff, with breakfast receiving top marks. Main complaints focus on the lack of air conditioning in some rooms causing summer heat, and noise disturbances from streets or nearby bars affecting sleep.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service8.8
Facilities8.8
Cleanliness8.8
Surroundings8.8

KEYIdeal for Black Forest explorers. Request non-noisy rooms in summer; AC is limited. Plan parking in advance.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and what are the surroundings like?
Located in the historic center of Gengenbach surrounded by half-timbered buildings, guests praise the prime location for exploring the Black Forest and Alsace.
diningWhat are the breakfast and dining options like?
The Black Forest-style breakfast buffet is highly praised. The onsite restaurant serves regional cuisine, but note it has closure days, so check hours in advance.
roomWhat are the room facilities and service experience like?
Rooms are spacious and modern with free WiFi and private bathrooms. While guests love the comfort, some mention firm pillows and lack of air conditioning in certain rooms.
pros_consWhat are the main pros and cons of staying here?
Pros include central location, excellent breakfast, friendly staff, and spacious rooms. Cons involve lack of AC in some rooms and potential noise from streets or nearby bars.
policyWhat are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service, cashless payment, and contactless check-in/out options.
facilityIs parking convenient? Are there any notes?
Paid self-parking and garage are available. Note that the garage entrance is narrow according to reviews, so drive carefully. Public transport ticket services are also offered.
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