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Kranenturm

3.5(116)
Hotel

About

Hotel Kranenturm is uniquely set within Bacharach's historic city wall, incorporating the town's largest medieval defense tower that once oversaw Rhine river trade. Its riverside location offers direct access to scenic walks along the Middle Rhine and a charming terrace for meetings or receptions up to 50 guests.

The hotel features a restaurant serving refined regional and international cuisine, complemented by a curated wine list available on the riverside terrace or in the rustic wine tavern. Modest rooms provide a relaxed stay with river views, making it a practical choice for small corporate groups combining lodging and event space in a distinctive historic setting.

Best for

  • Intimate dinners with river views
  • Small group retreats & brainstorming
  • Historic setting for client meetings

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Built into Bacharach's largest medieval defense tower
Historic Architecture
Built into Bacharach's largest medieval defense tower
The hotel incorporates the town's biggest historic tower, once used to load wine barrels onto ships, offering a unique setting that blends history with hospitality.
Riverside setting with views of the Middle Rhine
Scenic Location
Riverside setting with views of the Middle Rhine
Situated directly on the old city wall by the Rhine River, the hotel offers guests picturesque river views and easy access to well-kept parklands along the waterfront.
Restaurant with regional and international cuisine plus a Rhine terrace
On-site Dining
Restaurant with regional and international cuisine plus a Rhine terrace
The hotel’s restaurant serves elevated seasonal dishes alongside a curated wine list, available both inside and on the riverside terrace, enhancing the event experience with local flavor.

At a glance

Rated 3.5 on Google · 116 reviews