Hôtel Cathédrale is a three-star property occupying a privileged position directly on Place de la Cathédrale in Strasbourg's Grande Île UNESCO World Heritage district. The hotel's address is among the most atmospheric in the city—rooms in the upper floors face the soaring 142-metre sandstone spire of Strasbourg Cathedral from a distance of barely 50 metres, a perspective that places guests at the visual centre of one of France's great Gothic monuments. Built into the medieval fabric of the Grande Île, the hotel's 47 rooms are divided into Standard and Cathedral-view categories; the latter are the property's defining feature and are priced at a modest premium. Décor is traditional Alsatian in character, with warm tones and timber details. A bar on the ground floor serves Alsatian wines, local beers, and beverages; there is no on-site restaurant, but the cathedral square and adjacent streets are lined with winstubs and brasseries offering tarte flambée, choucroute garnie, and Alsatian specialities. Free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms are standard throughout. The hotel is steps from the tourist-information centre and within ten minutes on foot of the Musée Alsacien, the Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame, and the Petite France canal quarter. Tram line D stops on Place Gutenberg, three minutes on foot, providing connections to Gare Centrale. The Strasbourg Christmas market sets up its central pavilions directly outside from late November, making the Hôtel Cathédrale one of the most festive—and rapidly booked—addresses in Alsace during December. Rates run from around €90 for standard rooms to €165 for cathedral-view rooms.
Room types
- Standard
- Cathedral View
- Deluxe
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Cathedral-view rooms
- Air conditioning
Location
12 place de la Cathédrale, 67000 Strasbourg
48.5817, 7.7508 View on map
Highlights
- Front-row position on Place de la Cathédrale with rooms directly facing Strasbourg's Gothic spire
- Cathedral-view rooms available at a modest premium in the heart of the Grande Île
- Steps from the Strasbourg Christmas market's central pavilions from late November
- Walking distance to the Petite France quarter, Musée Alsacien, and Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame
- Bar serving Alsatian wines and local beers at the foot of the cathedral
Tips for visiting
- Cathedral-view rooms book out months in advance for the December Christmas market period
- The cathedral's astronomical clock performs at 12:30 daily; arrive early to secure a good viewing spot
- Request an upper floor for a clearer sightline to the spire above street-level activity
- The winstubs on the adjacent Place du Marché aux Cochons de Lait are local favourites for tarte flambée
- Earplugs are useful for light sleepers in rooms facing the busy square during summer evenings
When to visit
May and June provide pleasant temperatures with fewer crowds than July and August. The December Christmas market period transforms the immediate surroundings but demands advance booking from September onwards.
Accessibility
The historic building has a lift serving upper floors; some corridors contain minor steps reflecting the medieval building structure. Ground-floor accessible rooms are available on request; guests with mobility requirements should contact the hotel in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Are all rooms at Hôtel Cathédrale facing the cathedral?
Cathedral-view rooms face the square and spire directly; standard rooms overlook the surrounding medieval streets, which are atmospheric but without the cathedral panorama.
Is there a restaurant in the hotel?
No restaurant is on site. The ground-floor bar serves drinks, and the cathedral square and immediate streets offer a wide range of Alsatian dining options.
How far is Gare Centrale from the hotel?
Strasbourg's main station is approximately a 20-minute walk or a few tram stops on line D from Place Gutenberg, three minutes from the hotel.
Is the hotel noisy given its central location?
The cathedral square carries tourist and tram noise during the day. Upper-floor and rear-facing rooms are quieter; the hotel provides double-glazed windows throughout.