Title: Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111598044&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Hotel in Bad Arolsen with a restaurant ## Photo gallery for Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant ![Exterior - Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant (Bad Arolsen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/3bb053d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Classic Studio Suite, City View | Living area | TV - Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant (Bad Arolsen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/c357e379.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi - Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant (Bad Arolsen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/c648aa2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant (Bad Arolsen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/47842ee4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant (Bad Arolsen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/a605dd6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies An adjacent golf course, a restaurant and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant . Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available - Housekeeping £84 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 11 - Jan 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111598044&PinnedHotelID=111598044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Basic Single Room, Garden View ![Basic Single Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/64a9035e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping High chair Changing table - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, City View ![Classic Double Room, City View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/34fab7f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, City View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping High chair Changing table - 237 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Studio Suite, City View ![Classic Studio Suite, City View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111598100/111598044/51a30f67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Studio Suite, City View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping High chair Changing table - 344 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBad-Arolsen-Hotels-Alte-Schlosskurve-Hotel-Restaurant.h111598044.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBad-Arolsen-Hotels-Alte-Schlosskurve-Hotel-Restaurant.h111598044.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.37970%2C9.02045&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8uAApklbj43xoAc39orUCFb-D6U=) Schloßstraße 26, Bad Arolsen, HE, 34454 #### What's nearby - Schloss Arolsen \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Bad Arolsen Museum \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Twistesee \- 2 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Edersee Dam \- 32 min drive \- 22.2 miles - Skiliftkarussell Winterberg \- 54 min drive \- 34.0 miles #### Getting around - Bad Arolsen Station - 6 min drive - Kassel (KSF-Calden) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Landgasthaus Teuteberg - ‬6 min drive - ‪Café im See - ‬11 min drive - ‪Restaurant Die Wetterburg - ‬4 min drive - ‪Residenz Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Schlossgasthof - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Hotel next to a golf course Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant provides amenities, such as a restaurant and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and tour/ticket information - Multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant include comforts, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Changing tables, highchairs and children's dinnerware - Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo - Separate sitting areas, children's books and art supplies ## Similar properties ![Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 12 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6640000/6634500/6634490/ad7fb3b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Montana Diemelstadt Diemelstadt - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 23 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=6634490&PinnedHotelID=6634490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114930000/114924000/114923940/df0b8aa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment with Wi-Fi Naumburg - 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Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### More - Heating - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: EUR 25 ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Wednesday - Saturday (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 8:00 PM) Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk, lockbox ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.00 per night for guests aged 10-15 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately EUR 16 per person - Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 5 per night (in/out privileges) - Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Alte Schlosskurve & Restaurant Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Bad Arolsen Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Bad Arolsen ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant ? ### How much is parking at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant ? ### What time is check-in at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant ? ### What time is check-out at Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant ? ### Where is Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Alte Schlosskurve Hotel & Restaurant Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 4.8 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Amenities ### 5.4 Staff & service ### 4.0 Eco-friendliness ### 4.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Aynur 24 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Reception is in the restaurant. I had to wait for check in 20 Minutes as the waitress was serving food and took orders first. The room was old and bathroom from the 70s. Soap and shower gel empty. Some rooms were renovated but not mine:-( The people were very nice and location was perfect for me. For 2 nights it was ok. ##### Aynur Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Pedro 16 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Avoid This Place – Completely Unreliable I arrived at the hotel only to find out that it was closed, despite having a confirmed reservation. I attempted to contact them by phone multiple times, but no one responded. This was a frustrating and unacceptable experience. In the end, I was forced to find a last-minute alternative at the hotel further down the avenue. This kind of lack of professionalism and communication is inexcusable. I would strongly advise others to stay away. Management should seriously reconsider whether they’re in the right business or shut it down. ##### Pedro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kim 3 Dec 2025 ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Dorint Am Nürburgring Hocheifel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuerburg-Hotels-Dorint-Am-Nurburgring-Hocheifel.h28342.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantic El Tope](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-De-La-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-El-Tope.h866283.Hotel-Information) > > [Das Tegernsee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tegernsee-Hotels-Das-Tegernsee.h4974962.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Papenburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papenburg-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Papenburg.h2240720.Hotel-Information) > > [Wellings Parkhotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamp-Lintfort-Hotels-Wellings-Parkhotel.h7596599.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Old Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Basel-Hotels.0-n553248621533003688-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Benalmádena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benalmadena-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d500652-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [PLAZA Hotel Buchhorner Hof](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Friedrichshafen-Hotels-PLAZA-Hotel-Buchhorner-Hof.h82198.Hotel-Information) > > [NOVINA Sleep Inn Herzogenaurach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Herzogenaurach-Hotels-NOVINA-Sleep-Inn-Herzogenaurach.h17408900.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Las Costas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tias-Hotels-Hotel-Las-Costas.h7855555.Hotel-Information) > > [TuneHotels Hotels in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Tune-Hotels.0-0-d178279--bTuneHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Premier Inn Wiesbaden City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wiesbaden-Hotels-Prizeotel-Wiesbaden-City.h66862053.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Belle Epoque Baden Baden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baden-Baden-Hotels-Hotel-Belle-Epoque-Baden-Baden.h578487.Hotel-Information) > > [MOXY Rust](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rust-Hotels-MOXY-Rust.h66087379.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Kilburn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilburn-London-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-n6144896-0-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Rebenhof](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baden-Baden-Hotels-Hotel-Rebenhof.h7712461.Hotel-Information) > > [Medplaya Hotel Riudor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-Medplaya-Hotel-Riudor.h2525606.Hotel-Information) > > [Myrtle House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenby-Hotels-Myrtle-House-Hotel.h23223783.Hotel-Information) > > [Steigenberger Hotel & Spa Bad Pyrmont](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bad-Pyrmont-Hotels-Steigenberger-Hotel-Spa-Bad-Pyrmont.h21306.Hotel-Information) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Midtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Midtown-New-York-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-n6203489-0-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Nürburgring Ferienpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drees-Hotels-Lindner-Nurburgring-Ferienpark.h2850994.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Metropole Venezia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Metropole-Venezia.h24473.Hotel-Information) > > [Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Berchtesgaden-Hotels-Kempinski-Hotel-Berchtesgaden.h9631205.Hotel-Information) > > [Motel One Barcelona - Ciutadella](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Motel-One-Barcelona-Ciutadella.h22465345.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Forsthaus Nürnberg Fürth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fuerth-Hotels-Hotel-Forsthaus-Nurnberg-Furth.h45127.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Packages ---