About this property
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.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Justyna
Poland“An amazing hotel with a truly unique concept — everything is designed to resemble a prison, and the execution is absolutely brilliant! The idea is creative and fun, and the attention to detail makes the experience unforgettable. The staff were...” - Kira
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“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“Great location, friendly staff, and the atmosphere is all the way through prison-like. Awesome!”
- Peter
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“Very unique place, I loved it! The bathroom was just perfect, I really enjoyed it.”
- Mattheus Germany“Witty and creative hotel . Comfortable with very friendly staff. Spartan as you would expect in jail, but I typically comfortable 😀”
- Yuliya
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“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“It was great in every way. A fun experience. A hotel with different.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
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
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.
The fine print
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.
