Oberstdorf is Germany’s southernmost village and it is also considered a hiking village, with its 200 kilometers (124 miles) of hiking trails, that take you through the alpine landscape. The routes range from easy to difficult, so you could say that there’s a route for anyone who wants to hike here.
Whether you come in the summer or winter, Oberstdorf is a great place to let your outdoorsy spirit run free. There are about 128 kilometers (79 miles) of slopes and about 122 kilometers (76 miles) of cross-country ski tracks. If you get tired of riding down the mountain, you can also enjoy a peaceful day out on the legend-shrouded Christlessee Lake or enjoy the cascades of the Iller source.
So, if you’re thinking of visiting this natural wonderland, here are a couple hotels and vacation rentals in Oberstdorf, Germany, that’ll complete your alpine experience:
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 13, 2024.
1. The sumptuous buffet at Boutique Hotel Gams (from USD 139)
If you’re looking for somewhere quiet, yet central, in Oberstdorf, this small boutique hotel is a great option. It’s right next to a hiking and cross-country trail, in the Allgau region of Bavaria, and if you’re tired after a day outdoors, the hotel has a small cafe, sauna, and outdoor garden, where you can decompress. Especially worth mentioning is the accompanying breakfast, with platters of Allgauer cheese, smoked salmon, and a great view of the mountains. Once in a while, they even have folk musicians entertaining their diners.
The hotel was renovated in 2014 and each room is trendily-furnished with its own balcony or terrace. Rooms also have their own TV, fridge, and bathroom. The hotel is just 700 meters (2296.6 feet) away from the train station and 1.4 kilometers (0.8 miles) away from the Nebelhorn ski lift.
Boutique Hotel Gams
Address: Weststraße 49
3.82 km (2.4 mi) from Heini-Klopfer-Ski jump
2. Traditional alpine aesthetics at Hotel Bergruh (from USD 262)
The charming Hotel Bergruh lies on a sunny plateau, in the heart of the Alps, where it’s easy for you to take a trip to Austria or the Neuschwanstein Castle. Down the road is a 15th-century church, as well, which you can visit on the side. Hotel Bergruh is considered a four-star hotel, decorated in the traditional Alpine style. They have customized furnished rooms and suites in the main country-style buildings, connected by an underground link, with views of the town of Oberstdorf.
If you feel like eating healthy, their breakfast buffet has a whole foods section, great for those who need energy for a whole day of skiing. But if you’d like to splurge after a day outdoors, they also have homemade cakes and coffee, that they bring out in the afternoons.
Hotel Bergruh
Address: Im Ebnat 2
5.35 km (3.4 mi) from Heini-Klopfer-Ski jump
3. The intimate apartment called Gtpfelglück (from 118 USD)
If you’re vacationing with your family, this 645 square foot (59 square meter) apartment can house four to six people comfortably and it is an ideal accommodation. There are two separate bedrooms, each with their own double bed, dining table and LCD TV. It also has its own shower, toilet, and balconies. The apartment also has a kitchen, so you have the option to cook if you’re too tired to get dinner. It’s equipped with a stove, coffee maker, kettle, and microwave.
Gtpfelglück
Price: from 118 USD
Number of Guests: 4
4. Simple and quiet holiday home (from USD 90)
This holiday home is found at the end of a cul de sac, just a five minute walk away from downtown. It also has a great bedroom, with a king-sized bed, as well as a terrace that faces south, overlooking the slopes and the Alps. It’s ideal for those who want to experience the winter fun between December and May. You can find a lift conveniently located, just 500 meters (1,640 feet) away.
5. Couples retreat with magnificent mountain views (from USD 77)
This intimate building is great for couples. It’s located at the edge of a meadow, surrounded by nice skiing routes and runs. There’s a bus stop just 50 meters (164 feet) away, along with sports and entertainment hubs. And, of course, you get treated to the magnificent mountain views.
6. Local love at Hotel Garni Gerberhof
“Imagine a cosy and sunny breakfast room, with large panorama windows, from where you can enjoy a view of the local mountain range.” This is part of the description on Hotel Garni Gerberhof’s website. They go on to emphasize their sumptuous buffet, made fresh from local produce which they feel very strongly about.
The Garni Gerberhof is a family ran business originally ran by the Gerber family as a family holiday home. It has an indoor pool, a communal sauna, a garden, and a terrace with a mountain view.
Hotel garni Gerberhof ***S
Address: Zweistapfenweg 7
3.54 km (2.2 mi) from Heini-Klopfer-Ski jump
7. Prime hiking and skiing routes near Hotel Birgsauer Hof (from USD 218)
While this hotel isn’t in the central part of Oberstdorf, (it’s 10 kilometers / 6.2 miles from the city and train station), you’ll love the homelike feel of the rooms with its nice elegant details, like its light wooden furniture, chocolate, and cozy blankets. It is also quite close to the prime hiking and skiing routes, particularly Rappenseekopf and the ski resort, Fellhorn. You can even purchase the passes at the hotel, where they offer their own storage facilities.
Birgsauer Hof has large windows, with a great view of the Allgau Alps and the Stillach Valley - a nice landscape for when you’re having breakfast by the seating area or on one of the many sunny terraces. Like many hotels in the area, Birgsauer Hof offers hearty breakfasts, with lovely bread rolls and fruit salad. It also has an indoor swimming pool and a large sauna, for relaxing.
Hotel Berggenuss Birgsau
Address: Birgsau 9
4.56 km (2.9 mi) from Heini-Klopfer-Ski jump
8. Garden and mountain view at Hotel Geldernhaus
This hotel used to be a former hunting lodge and offers beautifully decorated, large rooms with equally large beds and generous common areas, for relaxing or reading a good book. Most of the rooms also have a nice view of the mountains or garden. Because they didn’t really do much to change the former structure, the hotel doesn’t offer a lot of amenities, however, guests have free use of the pool, lawn, and sports facilities, in their partner hotel just next door, the Parkhotel Frank.
Hotel Geldernhaus
Address: Lorettostrasse 16
3.23 km (2.1 mi) from Heini-Klopfer-Ski jump
A sense of community in Oberstdorf
Given that Oberstdorf is full of outdoor activities, all year round, you’ll find that the community here is also quite sporty and friendly. Nature is a big part of their lives, with the constant fresh mountain air and the alluring view of the Alps. Enjoy the sense of home in Oberstdorf, made more so with the many homey accommodations.
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