Hotel Schwarzer Bär

Property class: 4

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Consider a stay at Hotel Schwarzer Bär and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Non Smoking (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a double bed, a small round table with a vase of flowers, a wooden nightstand, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A modern hotel room with a sloped ceiling, a wooden staircase, a bed, a sofa, and a red storage unit.

Junior Studio Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV displaying the hotel name, a chair, and a sofa.

Comfort Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Single Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

A bathroom sink with a vase of flowers and a white towel on a granite countertop.

Deluxe Suite (incl.3.50€ Energy Fee p.pers./p.night)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Bathtub

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed bathtub, a window with a view, and a white towel on the edge.

Suite, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Jena, Hotel Schwarzer Bär is in the city center and near a train station. Stadtmuseum & Kunstsammlung Jena and Deutsches Optisches Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Botanischer Garten Jena and Zeiss Planetarium. Optical Museum Jena and Toskana Therme are also worth visiting. Visit our Jena travel guide
Map
Lutherplatz 2, Jena, TH, 07743

What's nearby

  • A lush indoor garden with various ferns and tropical plants, including a small pond and informational signs.
    University of Jena
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A building with a green dome and a sign reading "ZEISS-PLANETARIUM".
    Zeiss Planetarium
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A greenhouse with various plants, including large water lilies and hanging plants.
    Botanischer Garten Jena
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A modern cylindrical building with a glass facade, surrounded by traditional European architecture and trees.
    JenTower
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Schiller's Summer House
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Stadtzentrum Löbdergraben Tram Stop
    6 min walk
  • Jena Paradies Station
    9 min walk
  • Leipzig (LEJ-Leipzig - Halle)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Quirinus
    4 min walk
  • Jasmin Asia Kuche
    3 min walk
  • Holz & Hygge
    3 min walk
  • Immergrün
    5 min walk
  • Off
    4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Schwarzer Bär

  • Upscale hotel in the city center
  • Take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Hotel Schwarzer Bär. The on-site restaurant offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a computer station
    • An electric bike charging station, meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
    • Luggage storage, bicycle parking, and free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All 77 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 60-cm flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Electric bike charging

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 60-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 4 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Schwarzer Bär pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Schwarzer Bär?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Schwarzer Bär on Oct 11, 2026 start from CA $153, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 10.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Schwarzer Bär?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Schwarzer Bär?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Schwarzer Bär located?

Located in the heart of Jena, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Jena, Stadtmuseum & Kunstsammlung Jena, and Stadtkirche St. Michael. Goethe Memorial and Zeiss Planetarium are also within 5 minutes. Stadtzentrum Löbdergraben Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Paradiesbahnhof West Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Schwarzer Bär Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has one of the better breakfast than other hotels in Jena
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Positives: Clean room, good breakfast, nice location downtown. I like the black bear in the lobby. Negatives: The wifi was so weak that it would not stay connected to either my phone or my computer. When I said something to the desk clerk, she offered a lame excuse - she said that some laptops just don't connect very well, but phones do connect well. That was wrong, neither device would connect. When I checked out, I mentioned it to a different clerk, who apologized. The water in the shower kept cycling between too cold and too hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a great part of Jena. Close to major road so was a bit noisy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond for us during our stay! The hotel is incredibly historic and charming. I highly recommend adding the breakfast to your stay. Jena is an absolute gem of a city and we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you like everything very old- notice there is old and sophisticated but this place was old and outdated. The hallways in my floor smelled like pee. Good people just a place I really don’t want to comeback again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Positive: - The hotel is clean and centrally located. - It has some flair of the 70s (including the rooms). Negative: - Although you pay an extra energy fee, warm water for a shower was not available before 06:30. - Checkout at the evening before leaving took me 20 minutes. That was the time the receptionist needed to print the bill correctly. - Although there is a 24 h service, when leaving early morning, I had to run and search the receptionist to unlock the main entrance. I nearly missed my train.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alles ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen und bei 4 **** war das Zimmer zum Innenhof nicht schön und kein Kühlschrank auf dem Zimmer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gut für Geschäftsreise, Zimmer sehr modern
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
寝室トイレシャワールームはどれも綺麗にされていて快適でした。 朝食はパンやヨーグルト、さまざまなハムなどがあり、またそれぞひとつひとつが丁寧に作られ、美しく盛り付けられていて良かったです。
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es war alles perfekt!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gute Lage
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hier wird die Serviceidee noch gelebt: Rezeption 24h und auch ansonsten sehr aufmerksam und zuvorkommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mir hat die Ausgewogenheit zwischen dem Alter des Gasthofs und der modernen Einrichtung gefallen. Etwas gestört hat mich, das gegenüber meines Betts der gruselige Jenaer Drachen, eines der sieben Wunder, hing. Aber witzig war es schon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fint ophold

Dejligt hotel med fremragende beliggenhed. Rigtig lækker menu i restauranten.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unser Einzelzimmer war neu renoviert und war super schön und Sauber ! Das Frühstück war sehr gut und es gab viel Auswahl.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hatt einen einzigartigen Charme.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel mit getragenen Charme, welches sein Potenzial nicht ganz ausschöpft!?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Zimmer Einrichtung in die Jahre gekommen

Gute Lage nah zum Zentrum, Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Hotel hat eine fast 500 jährige Geschichte und historisches Flair. Zimmer müssten trotzdem mal ener Renovierung unterzogen werden. Interieur und Badeinrichtung schon ziemlich abgenutzt. Man muss die kompletten Übernachtungskosten direkt im Voraus beim Check in bezahlen.Parkgebühr beträgt 10 Euro pro Tag. Im Hotelrestaurant bekommt man gutes traditionelles Essen. Allerdings war es jetzt in der Vorweihnachtszeit immer sehr voll und das Servicepersonal völlig unterbesetzt.Lange Wartezeiten mussten in Kauf genommen werden.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sauber & freundlich

Sehr freundlich & sauber. Restaurant hat leider montags zu & es ist sehr hellhörig, nichts für Leute mit leichtem Schlaf.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Splendido e storico

Bellissimo e pulitissimo, con secoli di storia alle spalle ma in eccellenti condizioni. Nulla da eccepire, salvo forse la colazione un po’ troppo cara ma ormai in Germania è così.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gut
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Trevlig hotell med mycket bra restaurang. Lite för varmt på rummet,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Wir waren 2 Nächte im Hotel. Leider war die Empfangsdame nicht immer freundlich aufgestellt und schaute lieber in den PC oder auf den Boden als Guten Tag zu sagen. Die Badewanne war leider schmutzig und für uns unbenutzbar gewesen. Eine Steckdose beim Eingangstüre war total kaputt wo wir für ein Hotel mit diesen Sternen ersetzt werden sollte. Das Bett war aber sehr bequem.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gut gelegen, sehr freundliches Personal, sauber und ruhig trotz Renovierung, historisch wertvoll!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Die Zimmer waren nicht schön. Es gab nur eine zu dünne Bettdecke und nur ein Kissen und im Zimmer dazu keine weitere Auswahl.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023