Best Western Hotels in Nuremberg: Planning Your Stay and Booking the Best Rate
Nuremberg is a compact, walkable city built around a medieval old town, a busy train station, and one of Germany's largest trade fair grounds. Where you base yourself depends on whether you're sightseeing, attending a fair, or passing through on a connection. This guide covers how to pick an area, when to visit, and how to book directly on bestwestern.online rather than through a third-party site.
Choosing a neighbourhood
The old town (Altstadt), inside and just outside the medieval walls, puts you within walking distance of the Hauptmarkt, the Imperial Castle, and most of the sights most visitors come for. This is the right base if you plan to explore on foot and don't need a car.
The area around Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof (main train station) sits at the edge of the old town and is convenient if you're arriving by train or plan day trips to other Bavarian cities, since regional and ICE services depart from here.
Hotels near the Nuremberg Messe (exhibition centre) are aimed at trade fair visitors. If you're attending an event there, staying nearby saves commuting time, though you'll usually need public transport or a taxi to reach the old town.
Areas further from the centre tend to suit travellers who need easy access to the A3/A9 motorways or Nuremberg Airport and don't mind a short tram, U-Bahn, or drive into town.
Getting in from Nuremberg Airport
Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is a small, manageable airport connected to the city centre by the U2 U-Bahn line, which runs directly into town without a transfer.
If you're arriving on a late or early flight, confirm your hotel's check-in and check-out policies in advance, since reception hours can vary by property.
Travellers connecting onward by train should budget time to transfer from the airport to the Hauptbahnhof, particularly during the Christmas market period when the city is busier than usual.
When to visit and how long to stay
Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt, one of Germany's best-known Christmas markets, runs through Advent and draws large crowds; hotel availability tightens noticeably, so book well ahead if you're travelling in late November or December.
Outside the festive season, spring and early autumn offer milder weather for walking the old town and visiting outdoor sights like the castle grounds and the Nazi Party Rally Grounds documentation centre.
Two full days are enough to cover the historic core, the castle, and a museum or two. Add a third day if you want to see the Nazi party rally grounds, do a day trip to Rothenburg ob der Tauber or Bamberg, or attend a trade fair.
If your visit coincides with a major exhibition at the Messe, expect higher demand across the city and plan to book your room earlier than you would for a standard leisure trip.
How to book the best rate
Rates for Best Western hotels in Nuremberg change with demand, so always check current pricing directly on bestwestern.online rather than relying on a figure you saw elsewhere or in another guide.
Booking direct means no third-party markup and no account requirement, and it puts you in direct contact with the hotel if your plans change.
Flexible date searches are useful around the Christmas market and major trade fairs, since shifting your stay by even a day or two can open up better availability.
Check the cancellation terms shown at booking, since they can differ between a standard rate and a prepaid or non-refundable rate.
If you're travelling for a specific fair or event, book as early as you can; Nuremberg's hotel supply is limited relative to demand during peak exhibition weeks.