Knast-Hotel Fronfeste
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Historic Prison Turned Hotel
At Hotel Fronfeste, experience a stay like no other in a 300-year-old former prison nestled within the historic walls of Amberg. Immerse yourself in the unique ambiance of authentic prison cells, each designed with bars on the windows, including themed rooms like the guard's room and chapel room.
Unique Accommodations
Step into rooms that offer a glimpse into the past while enjoying modern comforts, such as a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer for your convenience.
Convenient Amenities
Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet, take advantage of the events room for gatherings, and benefit from amenities like luggage storage and a drink vending machine.
Ready to unlock the doors to a one-of-a-kind experience at Hotel Fronfeste?
What guests say
Superb 9.1/10 · summarised by AI from 1,590 reviews- ⚠️ Uncomfortable beds
- ⚠️ Cleanliness issues with some items
Policies & good to know
Children & extra beds
- Children and extra bed policy: Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 4 years old stay for € 5 per person per night when using an available cot. Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. People no matter the age stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Other
- Groups: When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
- 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 EUR 6 per day.
Amenities (65)
Internet
- ✓WiFi available
- ✓Free WiFi
Fitness & activities
- ✓Table tennis
- ✓Mini golf
- ✓Board games/puzzles
Food & drink
- ✓Room service
- ✓Vending machine - drinks
- ✓Physical distancing in dining areas
- ✓Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Parking & transport
- ✓Parking
- ✓Parking garage
- ✓Shuttle service (additional charge)
- ✓Electric vehicle charging station
- ✓Shuttle service
Beach & outdoors
- ✓Garden
- ✓Outdoor furniture
- ✓Picnic area
Family
- ✓Family rooms
Services
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Tour desk
- ✓Daily housekeeping
- ✓Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Business
- ✓Fax/photocopying
- ✓Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
- ✓Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- ✓Fire extinguishers
- ✓First aid kit available
- ✓Smoke alarms
- ✓Key access
- ✓CCTV in common areas
- ✓24-hour security
- ✓Security alarm
Comfort
- ✓Non-smoking rooms
- ✓Heating
- ✓Non-smoking throughout
More
- ✓Pets allowed
- ✓Hiking
- ✓Express check-in/check-out
- ✓Cycling
- ✓Ironing service
- ✓Packed lunches
- ✓Private check-in/check-out
- ✓Designated smoking area
- ✓Minimarket on site
- ✓Allergy-free room
- ✓Wine/champagne
- ✓Fruits
- ✓Pet bowls
- ✓Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- ✓Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- ✓Physical distancing rules followed
- ✓Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- ✓Cashless payment available
- ✓Sanitized tableware & silverware
- ✓Contactless check-in/check-out
- ✓Invoice provided
- ✓Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- ✓Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- ✓Guest room sealed after cleaning
- ✓Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- ✓Food delivered to guest room
- ✓Process in place to check health of guests
- ✓Access to health care professionals
- ✓Face masks for guests available
- ✓Delivered food - securely covered
Location
Fronfestgasse 8, Amberg