This family-run hotel delights with its 2,000 m² Crystal Spa and exquisite regional cuisine, nestled in the natural region of Waldhessen.
Göbel’s Schlosshotel "Prinz von Hessen", nestled in the historic outer bailey of a moated castle with an original moat, offers a truly special getaway. Where once the Hessian landgraves resided, today lovingly restored castle architecture from the 15th century combines with stylish 5-star comfort. The expansive estate with majestic gardens, exceptional themed rooms, and a warm ambiance creates a sense of deceleration and elegance upon arrival.
The hotel is located in the charming spa town of Friedewald, surrounded by forests and gentle hills – perfect for relaxing nature experiences. Beautiful trails for hiking and cycling start right from the hotel. The spa town of Bad Hersfeld with its famous abbey ruins is just about 5.6 miles away.
At the castle hotel, guests are treated to a diverse gourmet cuisine with a strong regional focus, featuring fresh ingredients from its own herb garden. The day starts with a lavish breakfast buffet offering regional specialties, coffee, tea, juices, and sparkling wine. Depending on occupancy, lunch and dinner options include a set menu, dinner buffet, or à la carte. The extended half board additionally includes an afternoon snack buffet with hot beverages. Vegetarian, gluten-free, or lactose-free meals are available upon request.
The fine-dining restaurant "DAS FREUDE" blends top regional products with international sophistication. Other stylish dining options like the sunlit "Schlossgarten", the rustic "Prinzenstube", or the elegant "Wintergarten-Restaurant" provide culinary diversity at a high level. For light meals in between, the Kristall Spa Bistro and the uniquely designed "Siebengrad Bar" are available. Cooking classes, kitchen parties, and private events complete the culinary offerings.
In the 2,000 m² Kristall SPA, guests can unwind in a stylish wellness world. The modern spa area features a year-round heated indoor and outdoor pool, soothing whirlpools, and a sunny wellness garden with a lawn for sunbathing. The diverse sauna area includes five different saunas, including a Finnish sauna, steam bath, infrared cabin, and salt room. Those seeking tranquility will find relaxation in the lovingly designed rest rooms with a fireplace lounge and floating loungers.
In 12 elegant treatment rooms, guests can enjoy a wide range of massages, cosmetic treatments, peelings, and wellness baths. The Private Spa Suite with its own sauna, whirlpool, canopy bed, and terrace offers special moments for couples. The wellness offerings are complemented by Day Spa arrangements and a holistic alkaline fasting detox concept for new energy and well-being.
In the panoramic fitness room with modern cardio equipment, guests can exercise with a view of the greenery. The offer is complemented by a varied sports program including yoga, Pilates, spinning, aqua gymnastics, or sling training. Those who wish to train specifically can book personal training (e.g., yoga or back fitness) individually. Guests who enjoy exploring the surroundings by bike benefit from the hotel's own bicycle rental with modern e-bikes, helpful tour maps, and comprehensive services including storage room, washing area, and breakdown assistance.
A variety of leisure activities around the castle hotel ensure eventful vacation days. Guests can explore the surroundings on a guided Segway tour or try different trails at the Bikepark Friedewald, about 1.2 miles away. Families will enjoy the children's trail Solztal about 3 miles away with play and climbing stations, or spend active hours in Jahnpark, which is around 3.7 miles away.
At the hotel, creative cooking classes with seasonal themes are regularly offered. Culture enthusiasts can explore the Crafts Experience Route in the Middle Fulda Valley starting from about 9 miles away or take a trip to the nearby golf courses. Excursion destinations such as Monte Kali (about 9 miles), the Wildpark Knüll (about 18.6 miles), or the Wartburg in Eisenach (about 34 miles) provide diverse experiences in the region.
The hotel features 88 tastefully decorated rooms, including 71 comfortable guest rooms and 17 spacious suites. All rooms are bright, warmly designed, and easily accessible by elevator. Available are single comfort rooms and junior, comfort, and deluxe double rooms, as well as lovingly designed castle suites, including maisonettes and individually decorated themed suites such as "Rosenkavalier" or "Freischütz". Amenities include a Nespresso machine, minibar, safe, LCD TV, desk, and mostly a balcony. The suites additionally offer a bidet and some feature four-poster beds.