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This unique hotel is a historic 300-year-old former prison built into the historic wall in Amberg, just 350 metres from the town hall square. Hotel Fronfeste offers rooms in the style of authentic prison cells with bars on the windows. There are themed rooms in the styles of the guard's room, doctor's room, chapel room and so on. Each room includes a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. A rich breakfast buffet is available each morning. The hotel also offers an events room with multimedia technology, luggage storage and a drink vending machine. Amberg Train Station is 700 metres from Hotel Fronfeste. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from the A6 motorway and a 50-minute drive from the centre of Nuremberg.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

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


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Amberg

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kira
    Germany Germany
    The atmosphere was fun and unique. The staff were super friendly and the location was perfect. I had a great view during breakfast. Would absolutely recommend to others.
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This Hotel is a converted Jail, they have done a fantastic job of keeping it as close to original with needed modern comforts you'd expect in a Hotel ...Fantastic.
  • Mariia
    Germany Germany
    Great location, friendly staff, and the atmosphere is all the way through prison-like. Awesome!
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    It was centrally located to transport and the centre of the city. The breakfast buffer was very good. The revamped prison had a lot of character.
  • Svea
    Germany Germany
    Very unique place, I loved it! The bathroom was just perfect, I really enjoyed it.
  • Mattheus
    Germany Germany
    Witty and creative hotel . Comfortable with very friendly staff. Spartan as you would expect in jail, but I typically comfortable 😀
  • Yuliya
    Ukraine Ukraine
    It’s a best hotel ever!!) beautiful room, kind people, lovely breakfast and absolutely nice place) i know it’s weird but it is really nice place
  • Jitka
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    I was afraid about the cell but I was pleasantly surprised and delighted by the modern bathroom. Accommodation is in a great location, near town centre. I enjoyed comfortable bed and delicious breakfast.
  • Duangchai
    Thailand Thailand
    It was great in every way. A fun experience. A hotel with different.
  • Morosystems
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    It was amazing place. Everything was stylish. The staff was very helpful and kind. The location was perfect, the city center was very close. The breakfast was fine.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Knast-Hotel Fronfeste
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 6 per day.

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Minimarket on site
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English

House rules
Knast-Hotel Fronfeste takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 20:00 and 07:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 5 per child, per night
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Paying at this property
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the reception closes at 20:00. Guests expecting to arrive after 20:00 are kindly asked to contact the property in advance to get the code for the key box.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.