Romantic weekend in Alsace: our 10 ideas for places to stay

Half-timbered villages, vineyards, hilltop castles and fine food: Alsace is wonderfully suited to a getaway for two. To make your romantic weekend a success, here is a selection of charming places to stay, hotels with spas and peaceful retreats, along with our ideas for romantic things to do.

Romantic things to do in Alsace

Before choosing where to stay, think about your itinerary. In Strasbourg, wander through Petite France and hop on a boat trip along the Ill. In Colmar, Little Venice is best explored by rowing boat along the Lauch. In between, the Alsace Wine Route strings together flower-decked villages such as Riquewihr, Eguisheim and Kaysersberg, where you can drop in on a winegrower for a tasting.

Nature lovers won’t be left out either: plenty of hiking trails lead to the castles of the Vosges, along the ridges or to sites such as the Nideck waterfall, while walks through the vineyards offer superb sunsets. For more ideas, see our best things to do in Alsace and our page on what to do in Alsace this weekend.

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Our 10 ideas for romantic places to stay in Alsace

Here is a selection of characterful hotels spread across the whole region, from Strasbourg to the Northern Vosges and the Wine Route. Always check facilities, prices and availability on the establishment’s official website before booking.

1. Le Chambard, Kaysersberg

In the heart of Kaysersberg, on the Alsace Wine Route, this 5-star hotel occupies an 18th-century residence. It combines refined rooms and suites, a spa with pool, sauna and hammam, and a renowned gourmet restaurant. Ideal for a stay centred on fine dining, just a few minutes from Colmar.

2. Hôtel & Spa Les Violettes, Jungholtz

Nestled at the foot of the Vosges in the south of the Haut-Rhin, this 4-star hotel is one of the wellness addresses most popular with couples: a large spa, “romantic” rooms, some with a private hot tub, and surroundings of forests and vines. Perfect for a purely relaxing weekend.

3. Villa René Lalique, Wingen-sur-Moder

In the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park, the house that master glassmaker René Lalique had built in 1920 has become a 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel. Its six suites, each inspired by a period of the artist’s life, and the nearby Lalique museum make it an intimate escape for lovers of art and design.

4. Hostellerie La Cheneaudière & Spa, Colroy-la-Roche

In the Bruche valley, this forest-ringed Relais & Châteaux property offers a multi-level spa with indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and a hammam, plus a gourmet restaurant. The ideal place to cut yourself off from the world.

5. Le Parc Hôtel Obernai & Yonaguni Spa, Obernai

A stone’s throw from Obernai’s historic centre, this family-run 4-star hotel is known for its large spa (pools, saunas, treatment areas). Spa access is charged on top of the room rate, so consider booking a package. Afterwards, explore Obernai, its ramparts and its half-timbered houses on foot.

6. Hostellerie des Châteaux & Spa, Ottrott

About 4 km from Obernai, at the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile, this 4-star hotel has a vast wellness area with several pools, jacuzzis and saunas. A convenient base for combining relaxation, hiking to the Ottrott castles and tasting Rouge d’Ottrott, one of Alsace’s few renowned Pinot Noirs.

7. Cour du Corbeau – MGallery, Strasbourg

For a romantic weekend in Strasbourg, this hotel occupies a former 16th-century coaching inn, across the Ill from the cathedral. Its tastefully decorated rooms include some overlooking the very peaceful inner courtyard with its wooden galleries. Everything is within walking distance: Petite France, the cathedral, the riverside quays.

8. Hôtel Les Haras, Strasbourg

Set in Strasbourg’s former national stud farm, right in the city centre, this 4-star hotel with contemporary design is an elegant alternative for a city break for two, a few minutes’ walk from Petite France.

9. Hôtel Le Maréchal, Colmar

On the banks of the Lauch, right in the Little Venice district of Colmar, this 4-star hotel occupies historic half-timbered houses. Some rooms overlook the canal: it’s hard to get more romantic for discovering Colmar on foot or by boat.

10. Le Moulin de la Walk, Wissembourg

Set in a former mill on the banks of the Lauter, about ten minutes’ walk from Wissembourg’s historic centre, this hotel in leafy surroundings is a peaceful stopover in northern Alsace. It makes a good base for exploring the villages of the Outre-Forêt, such as Hunspach.

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Dinner for two: Alsatian cuisine

A romantic weekend in Alsace has to include good food. Book an evening in a traditional winstub to sample local specialities such as baeckeoffe, tarte flambée or choucroute, paired with a Riesling or a Pinot Gris. Several of the hotels in this selection also have their own gourmet restaurant, ideal for a special occasion.

FAQ

Where should we stay in Alsace for a romantic weekend?

It all depends on the atmosphere you’re after: a charming hotel in town (Strasbourg, Colmar), a hotel with a spa in a Wine Route village or at the foot of the Vosges (Kaysersberg, Ottrott, Obernai, Jungholtz), or a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature in the Northern Vosges or the Bruche valley. Guest houses in the wine villages are another welcoming option.

What budget should we plan for a romantic weekend in Alsace?

Prices vary considerably depending on the season, the hotel category and the dates: weekends in December (Christmas markets) and in summer are in the highest demand. Compare rates directly on the hotels’ websites and book early for these periods.

What can couples do in Alsace?

A boat trip on the Ill in Strasbourg, a rowing-boat ride through Colmar’s Little Venice, a tasting with a winegrower on the Wine Route, a hike to a Vosges castle or an evening in a winstub enjoying local specialities.

What is the best season for a romantic weekend in Alsace?

Every season has its charm: spring and summer for walks in the vineyards, autumn for the grape harvest and the colours of the forests, and Advent for the magical atmosphere of the Christmas markets (book well in advance).

Enzo

Hi, I'm Enzo! I'm the guy who loves lacing up his hiking boots to explore the rugged trails of the Vosges. Passionate about nature and photography, I take you along through articles that capture the scent of fir forests and the charm of mountain lakes. I live for those moments when the sun rises over the Haut-Koenigsbourg or when I stumble upon an authentic inn along the way. My goal? To inspire you to get out, breathe in the fresh Alsatian air, and always have a great spot for a tarte flambée to share at the end of the day.

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