Schwarzer Bär Jena

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

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About this property

This historic, 4-star hotel is directly opposite the main university building in the centre of Jena. It offers fine Thuringian and international food, traditional-style rooms, and free Wi-Fi. The family-run Hotel Schwarzer Bär has spacious, brightly decorated rooms with wooden furniture and modern bathrooms. Big breakfast buffets, gourmet dishes, and international wines are served in the Schwarzer Bär restaurant. It has been listed in restaurant guides including Michelin and Gault Millau. Attractions near the Hotel Schwarzer Bär include (amongst others) the Botanical Garden, only a 5-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Single Room
We have 3 left
  • 1 single bed
161 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$119 per night
Price US$356
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$140 per night
Price US$421
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
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Small Single Room
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  • 1 single bed
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$119 per night
Price US$356
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$140 per night
Price US$421
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
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Deluxe Single Room
172 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$135 per night
Price US$405
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$156 per night
Price US$469
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
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Superior Single Room
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  • 1 single bed
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$135 per night
Price US$405
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$156 per night
Price US$469
Excluded: 7 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
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Guests who stayed here loved

Astrid
Estonia Estonia
“We have stayed in the Schwarzer Bär on several occasions and have never been disappointed. The rooms are top-notch, the breakfast is superb and parking is available on site. Your pet is also welcome and they even provide you with a little snack!”
Baehr
Canada Canada
“Central location near the university, attractions, and markets. Charming historical environment. Traditional look of the hotel's lobby, which was welcoming and quaint. Excellent breakfast facility and meal quality. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
Andrea
Italy Italy
“This historic hotel is close to the city centre, 5 minutes from the Jena Tower. The room is pretty comfortable, free WiFi works very well, and breakfast is rich.”
P_t
Poland Poland
“Since this review should reach a larger audience, I am specifically writing in English. The staff of this hotel cares about its guests, breakfasts are varied, tasty and not counted on the minimum. In addition, the staff tries in earnest to make...”
Maria
Greece Greece
“The staff was very friendly and helpfull ! The location is excellenet and everything is nearby on foot. Eventhought it is close to the street it was very quiet when the windows are closed so no trouble sleeping or working.”
Efthalia
Greece Greece
“It’s history The receptionist was very helpful the room where breakfast was served”
Wennmalm
Sweden Sweden
“Breakfast was really good. The room was ok, but the bathroom was the smallest I have ever seen. The location is good, quite central. The staff was very friendly. I had forgotten my suitcase on the train and I was therefore very happy that they had...”
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff always helpful, nice dining room and very good food,”
Anna-maria
Germany Germany
“The location was super central, although next to a busy traffic road and therefore a bit noisy (but this might have been my room alone). Generally I can recommend staying at the hotel! Amazing breakfast, nice interior, clean. PErfect”
Pavel
Germany Germany
“I like the hotel, but … the price is quite high. Very good pillow and excellent breakfast!”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant Schwarzer Bär Jena
  • Cuisine
    German • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Schwarzer Bär Jena takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.