This Saxon capital, also known as "Florence on the Elbe" is an industrial, governmental and cultural centre. Dresden features the renowned Frauenkirche and the magnificent historic centre. The latter is now restored, though some parts are still under construction.
Apart from the world-class museums and countless galleries it's an absolute must to visit such landmarks as the Transparent Factory or Gläserne Manufaktur, where you can witness the whole manufacturing process; then Semperoper, the Neo-Renaissance opera house) which was designed by Gustav Semper and the famous fine art museum - the Albertinum, named after Saxon king Albert.
Now, if you want to discover the excess world of shopping in Dresden head to the classic shopping mile - Prager Straße. There you will find countless department stores, international fashion chains and much more. Also pop into the Altmarktgalerie, the largest inner-city shopping temple and Wilsdruffer Straße filled with stores that will surely attract your attention.
Remember that you just can't leave this city without sipping some Radeberger beer brewed nearby Dresden and trying out delicious local specialties.
In Dresden you have a variety of possibilities for overnight accommodation from five-star hotels to comfortable guesthouses and modest youth hostels. Our comprehensive database will help you to find suitable hotel matching your taste and needs.
5 stars Hotels in Dresden
Hotel Schloss Eckberg
High above the Elbe, located between Dresden’s Old Town and the Weißer Hirsch district, you will find this elegant 5-star hotel within a parkland setting, surrounded by ancient trees.
Kempinski Hotel Taschenbergpalais
Situated in the historical centre of Dresden, a few steps from the Zwinger Palace and the Residenzschloss (Royal Palace), this 5-star hotel offers elegant accommodation and a spa with pool.
Radisson Sas Gewandhaus Hotel
This beautiful, 5-star luxury hotel offers elegant accommodation in the heart of Dresden, just 500 metres from the River Elbe and a short stroll from major attractions and the Old Town.
4 stars Hotels in Dresden
Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe
The hotel is situated right by the historical “Neumarkt” square, opposite the famous “Frauenkirche” (Church of Our Lady).
QUINTESSENZ Airport
This modern 4-star hotel in north Dresden enjoys direct access to the airport and Dresdner Heide heath.
Hotel Smetana
This 4-star hotel is located in the peaceful Striesen district of Dresden, just a short distance from the Großer Garten park.
3 stars Hotels in Dresden
ACHAT Hotel Dresden Altstadt
This hotel is located just a short walk from Dresden city centre, the train station, Old Town, and sights such as the Frauenkirche church, Zwinger Palace and the Semper Opera House.
Apartments an der Frauenkirche
Situated in the heart of the historical city of Dresden, only a short walk from all the main sights and attractions, these lovely 3-star and 5-star apartments offer spacious, modern accommodation.
A'ppart Hotel Garden Cottage
This hotel enjoys an easily accessible yet peaceful location just a short drive from the airport, the main railway station and the Old Town.
2 stars Hotels in Dresden
Hotel Sax
This renovated guest house offers spacious and convenient accommodation in a central location, in the Löbtau district of Dresden.
Ibis Hotel Bastei
This modern 2-star hotel is ideally situated in Dresden’s city centre, right between the main railway station and the world-heritage Old Town.
Apartpension Altstadtperle
Located a 5-minute tram journey from the Semper Opera, the Frauenkirche (church) and the main railway station, this hotel enjoys a peaceful, attractive location on the edge of the Old Town.
1 stars Hotels in Dresden
Hostel Die Boofe
The hostel 'Boofe' has 95 beds in 32 rooms.
Pension An Den Schlossern
This guest house near the Elbe river boasts easy access to the majority of Dresden’s famous attractions.
Hostel Louise 20
This friendly and comfortable hostel is in the middle of the "Kneipe" (pub) quarter of Dresden-Neustadt, not far from the historical city cente.
Unrated Hotels in Dresden
Hotel Pension zu Dresden Altpieschen
Dating from the beginning of the last century, this charming, intimate guest house lies in the lovely Pieschen district of Dresden, just a 10-minute tram ride from the city centre.
Pension Am Renner
This affordable guest house in Dresden’s historic district of Cotta enjoys quick transport connections to sights including the Semper Opera House and Zwinger Museum.
Pension am Sudwesthang Dresden
Situated in the quiet Dölzschen district of Dresden, this guest house enjoys excellent road connections, and is just 5 kilometres away from the historic city centre.