A boutique hotel inside a restored historic exchange building on Görlitz's Untermarkt square, in the heart of the city's exceptionally well-preserved old town.
Hotel Börse occupies a restored historic building directly on the Untermarkt, the central square of Görlitz's remarkably intact old town, one of Germany's best-preserved historic centers with roughly 4,000 protected heritage buildings. The hotel's position puts guests within a few minutes' walk of the Renaissance Rathaus, the Biblisches Haus, and the Art Nouveau Kaufhaus Görlitz department store, as well as the pedestrian bridge across the Neisse River into Zgorzelec, Poland.
The building itself preserves period architectural details in its facade and some public areas, while guest rooms have been modernized for comfort. Its restaurant serves regional German and Silesian-influenced dishes reflecting the town's historic position at the crossroads of German, Polish, and Bohemian culture.
Because Görlitz sees considerably fewer tourists than Dresden despite its architectural significance, a stay here offers a quieter, more immersive experience of a genuinely intact historic townscape, and the hotel's central square location makes every old-town sight reachable on foot.
| Price | €85-140 (~$92-151) |
|---|---|
| Address | Untermarkt 16, 02826 Görlitz, Germany |
Room types
- Standard room
- Superior room with square view
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Historic building features
- Paid parking nearby
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Location
Untermarkt 16, 02826 Görlitz, Germany
51.1524, 14.9878 View on map
Highlights
- Historic building directly on the Untermarkt square
- Walking distance to the Renaissance Rathaus and Biblisches Haus
- Short walk to the pedestrian bridge into Zgorzelec, Poland
- Regional German and Silesian-influenced restaurant menu
- Central base for exploring one of Germany's best-preserved old towns
Tips for visiting
- Request a room facing the Untermarkt square for views of the Renaissance Rathaus and heritage facades
- Bring a passport or ID for the short walk across the pedestrian bridge into Zgorzelec, Poland
- Visit outside peak summer weekends for a quieter experience of the old town than Dresden offers
- Book ahead for December, when the Christmas market fills the square outside the hotel
- Paid parking is nearby rather than on-site, so allow extra time when arriving by car
When to visit
Spring through autumn for exploring the old town on foot, or December for the Christmas market
Accessibility
The historic building has some level changes; ground-floor rooms are available on request for guests with mobility needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel in the historic old town?
Yes, it sits directly on the Untermarkt square, the center of Görlitz's well-preserved historic district.
Can I walk to Poland from the hotel?
Yes, the pedestrian bridge into Zgorzelec, Poland, is a short walk away, with no border checks required within the Schengen Area.
Is Görlitz busy with tourists?
It sees considerably fewer visitors than Dresden, making for a quieter, less crowded old-town experience.