Adults-Only Hotel in Baden-Württemberg: Black Forest and Lake

An adults-only hotel in Baden-Württemberg suits you if you would rather fill your days with wellness, hiking or a wander around town than activities for children. The region offers a range of bases: the Black Forest, Lake Constance and cities such as Baden-Baden and Konstanz. This puts nature, water and city discoveries side by side as different options.

Your plans are what matter when choosing: are you looking for a sauna and spa after a hike, a pool with lake views or somewhere right in the city centre? Here you’ll find eight places to stay with different focuses, which you can compare with the overview of adults-only hotels in Baden-Württemberg. Choosing a landscape or a town helps you find a suitable base for your time away.

Why choose Baden-Württemberg as a couple without children?

The Black Forest and Lake Constance give your trip two distinct landscapes to choose from. In the Black Forest, you’ll find places such as Bad Wildbad and Schluchsee; by the lake, there are towns such as Konstanz, Hagnau and Bodman-Ludwigshafen. This is useful if you want to decide before searching for a hotel whether your days should be shaped more by forest trails or by the water. Baden-Baden adds a spa town to the choice.

There’s a variety of activities, too. In Bad Wildbad, the treetop walk winds through the canopy and over forested hills. On Reichenau Island, Romanesque churches and the scenery around Lower Lake are part of the outing. In Konstanz, you can combine the old town’s lanes, the Minster and the harbour; in Hagnau, paths through the vineyards offer views of Lake Constance. The Lake Cycle Route in the High Black Forest links woods, ponds and the shores of Schluchsee.

These options offer more than one way to experience the region. A walk among the treetops has a different feel from a visit to Romanesque churches. A cycle ride around Schluchsee combines exercise and water; a stroll through vineyards leaves more room for conversation and lake views. In Konstanz, lanes, the Minster and the harbour are all part of the city setting. You can choose the focus of each day to suit your interests rather than planning the same kind of day every time.

This selection includes places to stay in the Black Forest and Baden-Baden for wellness. Other properties bring together a lakeside setting or an urban location. If you’d like to compare other destinations in the country, see adults-only hotels in Germany. In Baden-Württemberg, the right place to stay depends above all on how much time you’d like to spend on outdoor activities, sightseeing and relaxing at your hotel.

The best adults-only hotels in Baden-Württemberg

Wellnesshotel Rothfuß in Bad Wildbad suits couples who want to combine days spent hiking with time to unwind at their hotel. An outdoor infinity pool, a sauna complex, spa treatments and massages offer ways to relax after time outdoors. Half board and the bar & lounge round off the evening. For this kind of mix of activity and relaxation, it’s also worth looking at wellness & spa and spa and wellness weekends for couples.

Baden-Württemberg★★★★ Wellnesshotel Rothfuß 4-star adults-only hotel in Bad Wildbad, Baden-Württemberg: Enjoy the child-free atmosphere and the generous breakfast buffet at the Wellnes... Learn more →

Boutique Hotel Mühle Schluchsee is for couples who want to combine good food and wellness by the lake. The sauna, spa and massage offer a relaxing focus, while a fireplace and a balcony or terrace add to the atmosphere. The hotel is by Schluchsee and makes a good base for days in the southern Black Forest. If you’re particularly drawn to the character of smaller properties, you can also compare boutique hotels.

Baden-Württemberg★★★★ Boutique Hotel Mühle Schluchsee 4-star adults-only hotel in Schluchsee, Baden-Württemberg: Enjoy peace in the Black Forest without children and a culinary experience in a s... Learn more →

Boardinghouse HOME in Konstanz suits you if you’re looking for a city base by Lake Constance and like to plan your days yourselves. The property offers suites. For couples aged 18 or over who want to explore Konstanz and then return to somewhere that feels like home, this offers a different focus from a wellness stay. The design hotels collection brings together other places to stay in this style.

Baden-Württemberg★★★ Boardinghouse HOME 3-star adults-only hotel in Konstanz, Baden-Württemberg. At the Boardinghouse HOME, enjoy a child-free retreat in modern rooms and suites on... Learn more →

Burgunderhof Bodensee in Hagnau suits couples who want to combine lake views and spa time. An infinity pool, spa treatments and massages, a restaurant and a bar & lounge shape the experience. Hagnau’s surroundings bring together vineyards and Lake Constance. For properties where a pool is part of the stay, you’ll find more options in adults-only hotels with infinity pools.

Baden-Württemberg★★★★ Burgunderhof Bodensee 4-star adults-only hotel in Hagnau, Baden-Württemberg: Experience the Burgunderhof as an Adults-Only hotel without children, with a direct v... Learn more →

THE ADAMS is in Baden-Baden and suits couples looking for a child-free base in a spa town. The city can shape your plans for the day; Caracalla Spa is one option for a wellness outing. This is a good choice if Baden-Baden is your destination and you want to stay in the heart of it. If you’re looking for a stay focused on time together, you can also explore the romantic weekends for couples collection.

Baden-Württemberg★★★ THE ADAMS 3-star Adults-Only hotel in Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg. Enjoy a child-free atmosphere and relaxation in the heart of this famous German... Learn more →

Seehotel Adler in Bodman-Ludwigshafen is a good fit for couples who want to combine a stay by Lake Constance with wellness and cycling. An infinity pool, sauna, spa and massage provide ways to unwind; a fitness area and bike hire suit more active days. A suite offers another room option, while a balcony or terrace connects you with the surroundings. It’s an option for a break by the water with time to get active.

Baden-Württemberg★★★★ Seehotel Adler 4-star adults-only hotel in Bodman-Ludwigshafen, Baden-Württemberg. Enjoy a child-free retreat on Lake Constance, including a wellness area... Learn more →

Hotel-Resort Waldachtal suits couples whose plans start with hiking in the Black Forest. Nearby trails and spa treatments and massages make for a rhythm of activity and relaxation. A breakfast buffet and restaurant round off your stay. With three stars and a minimum age of 16, it’s a good choice for couples looking for a peaceful base for their days in the Black Forest.

Baden-Württemberg★★★ Hotel-Resort Waldachtal 3-star adults-only hotel in Waldachtal (Baden-Württemberg): Enjoy a child-free retreat in the heart of the Black Forest. Experience pure tra... Learn more →

Hotel Go2Bed in Weil am Rhein is a practical choice for active couples using the tri-border region as a base. Half board includes breakfast and dinner; walking trails and a nearby ski area suit plans outdoors. It’s a good fit if you want to spend the day out and return to your base in the evening. To compare other places to stay for guests aged 18 or over, see adults-only hotels for guests aged 18 or over; adults-only hotels for guests aged 16 or over brings together more suitable places for guests aged 16 or over.

Baden-Württemberg★★★ Hotel Go2Bed 3-star Adults-Only hotel in Weil am Rhein offers you a child-free atmosphere right at the three-country corner of Germany, France and Switze... Learn more →

Things to do in Baden-Württemberg: experiences for two

Black Forest treetop walk – Bad Wildbad

Follow the treetop walk through the Black Forest canopy and look out over the forested hills. The shared climb makes for a lovely break from everyday life.

Reichenau Island

On Reichenau Island, paths lead you to the Romanesque churches of St Mary and St Mark, St George, and St Peter and St Paul. Between visits, take time to enjoy the peaceful scenery around Lower Lake.

High Black Forest Lake Cycle Route

By bike, explore woods, quiet ponds and the shores of Schluchsee at your own pace. Stop along the way to look out across the water and take a break at a Black Forest inn.

Konstanz Old Town

Wander through winding lanes, admire the Minster from the outside and look out over the water from the harbour: in Konstanz Old Town, you can enjoy culture and the fresh air of Lake Constance at an easy pace. Cafés invite you to stop for a break.

Hagnau vineyards

Hagnau is a lovely place to explore on foot, between the vines and Lake Constance. The paths through the vineyards leave time for conversation and far-reaching lake views; afterwards, you can round off the day with a glass of Lake Constance wine.

Our tip for adults: Caracalla Spa, Baden-Baden

At Caracalla Spa, you can unwind in warm thermal waters, move between indoor and outdoor pools, and relax in the sauna area. A soothing contrast to active days outdoors.

More travel ideas: adults-only hotels for food lovers; adults-only hotel in Bavaria: a retreat for couples.

Getting here and practical tips

For flights, choose Stuttgart Airport (STR), Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport (FKB) or Friedrichshafen Airport (Bodensee-Airport) (FDH); main railway stations include Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Friedrichshafen Flughafen station.

The properties are in Bad Wildbad, Schluchsee, Konstanz, Hagnau, Baden-Baden, Bodman-Ludwigshafen, Waldachtal and Weil am Rhein.

How to choose the right place to stay

A good choice starts with a few questions that link together. The location narrows down the options; then it becomes clearer what kind of days would suit you there. This can make your search easier without requiring you to settle on one particular property straight away.

• Focus of your days: The Black Forest, Lake Constance, Baden-Baden or a city base such as Konstanz each give your stay a different setting. Choosing your preferred location narrows down the options before you compare individual properties.
• Focus on relaxation: A sauna and spa suit different plans from a place to stay that you’ll mainly use as a base for exploring a city.
• Activities: Hiking, cycling, culture and walks through vineyards offer different ways to spend time outdoors.
• Time at the hotel: A pool, sauna, massage, restaurant or half board can shape your stay. If you’re planning plenty of sightseeing, a city base may suit your plans better.
• Minimum age: The properties featured here welcome guests aged 16 or over, or 18 or over; the minimum age for each property is shown in the overview.
• Landscape: Schluchsee and Lake Constance offer different lakeside experiences; the treetop walk, Lake Cycle Route and vineyards add more ways to enjoy the outdoors.

Together, these points give you a framework for choosing: your preferred location narrows down the options, activities shape the rhythm of your days, and the amount of time you want to spend at the hotel sets the balance between being out and about and relaxing in. The minimum age helps with the final comparison. If several criteria matter equally, the table can help you compare location, size and focus.

Frequently asked questions

Are there adults-only hotels in Baden-Württemberg?

Yes. Our selection includes 8 adults-only hotels in Baden-Württemberg for guests aged 16 or over, or 18 or over. We introduce each one along with its location and focus.

What can you do around Lake Constance and in the Black Forest?

Outings range from walks among the treetops and through vineyards to churches, old town lanes and a cycle ride around Schluchsee. The right choice depends on whether nature, culture or exercise by the water appeals to you most.

Where can I find more adults-only hotels in Germany?

The overview of adults-only hotels in Germany features more regions and places to stay. For a general introduction to the concept, also read Why adults-only? 7 reasons for a holiday without children.

What minimum ages apply to the places featured here?

The eight featured properties have a minimum age of 16 or 18. The relevant age limit is shown in the table and should fit with your travel plans when you choose a property.

Which airports and railway stations are there?

Airports: Stuttgart (STR), Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) and Friedrichshafen (FDH). Railway stations: Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Friedrichshafen Flughafen station.