Hotel Traube

Hotel Description

First Impressions

Walking into Hotel Traube, you immediately get that cozy, family-run vibe that’s become harder to find these days. It’s tucked away in Plieningen — honestly, not the most glamorous part of Stuttgart, but that’s actually part of its charm. The three-star property feels refreshingly unpretentious, with staff who genuinely seem to care about making your stay comfortable rather than just going through the motions.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s the thing about Plieningen — it’s one of those quiet residential areas that locals love but tourists often overlook. You’re about 20 minutes from Stuttgart’s city center, which means you get the best of both worlds: easy access to the main attractions without the noise and crowds. What really surprised me is how much couples seem to love this spot (they consistently rate the location 8.7 out of 10), and I get it. There’s something romantic about staying somewhere that feels like a neighborhood secret. Plus, the hotel offers free private parking, which is honestly a godsend if you’re driving in Germany — you know how impossible parking can be in city centers.

The Rooms

The accommodations are exactly what you’d expect from a well-maintained three-star hotel — clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged. Nothing fancy, but everything works properly, which is more than I can say for some places I’ve stayed. The rooms have that classic German efficiency about them, with good blackout curtains (essential for those long summer days) and surprisingly quiet considering you’re still technically in Stuttgart. I mean, you’re not getting marble bathrooms or designer furniture, but the beds are genuinely comfortable and the Wi-Fi actually reaches every corner of the room.

Breakfast Experience

The breakfast setup here is where Hotel Traube really shows its strengths. They offer both continental and buffet options, and the quality is consistently solid — fresh bread, local cold cuts, decent coffee. It’s served in a bright dining area that gets great morning light, and the staff keeps everything well-stocked without hovering. You know what I appreciate? They actually have real butter and proper jam, not those tiny plastic packets that make you question your life choices. The selection isn’t overwhelming, but everything they do offer is done well.

Why Guests Love It

Recent guests have been rating this place 8.6 for location, and after staying here, I totally understand why. It’s that sweet spot where you feel like you’re experiencing authentic German residential life while still having easy access to Stuttgart’s attractions. The free parking alone saves you probably 15-20 euros per night compared to city center hotels, and the staff’s genuine hospitality makes up for any lack of flashy amenities. Honestly, if you’re looking for a reliable, comfortable base that won’t break the bank — especially if you’re traveling as a couple — Hotel Traube delivers exactly what it promises without any unpleasant surprises.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $140. Double Room with 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $129. Single Room with 1 twin bed for Max. people: 1

Reviews

• Antique hotel – Jeong from South Korea – July 30, 2025 (8/10)

  Antique hotel in small town.
  
  What could be improved: Hot summer night without aircondition was hard time.

• Fabulous place to stay – highly recommend – Leanne from New Zealand – July 11, 2025 (9/10)

  We liked everything. When you’re travelling for awhile and living out of a suitcase it was refreshing to have some space and even a bathtub! Restaurant on site, shops close by. Carpark on site!
  
  What could be improved: Working hard to think of something I didn’t like …. Maybe the lighting was a bit dim – not that important though

• Big, clean room, functional and good for parking. – Richard from United Kingdom – January 7, 2025 (8/10)

  Comfy and clean. We've stayed here before a couple of times. It's good.
  
  What could be improved: We didn't book breakfast the night before so could not have it in the morning.

• Wonderful – Marian from Slovakia – November 15, 2024 (9/10)

  hrať location – right next to the Stuttgart airport, spacious room.

• Good – Victoria from Italy – October 10, 2024 (7/10)

  The woman at the front desk was very nice, I like the vintage style of the hotel , bed was very comfy and clean.
  
  What could be improved: Someone left someone on the stove and the smell gave me a huge headache, then the maid came in at 0800.

• Definitely would return; great staff, and caring too! – Mclean from United Kingdom – August 31, 2024 (9/10)

  Breakfast was great; good variety and the food was good. And coffee was perfect!
  
  What could be improved: Getting the parking late at night. The owner had made sure we could get in to the car park by closing by car, but it was difficult to find him. Sorted out in about half an hour, just awkward with a young child at night.

• we would stay there again – Merrideth from Australia – August 17, 2024 (9/10)

  Everything.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing could have been better

• Would visit again. – Annarie from South Africa – August 6, 2024 (8/10)

  Old inn style
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast was less extensive than expected. Would have been nice to have scrambled egg and bacon too. Baked bread was amazing!

• Excellent quaint place to stay and travel in to Stuttgart – William from United Kingdom – July 24, 2024 (9/10)

  The quality of the food was excellent and the staff could not be more helpful.
  
  Transport links in to Stuttgart in the immediate vicinity of the hotel were regular and easy to use.
  
  What could be improved: We did not have any issues.

• The hotel met our needs. – Nicole from United States – July 3, 2024 (8/10)

  Staff were helpful and friendly, breakfast was nice, and location was perfect!
  
  What could be improved: Rooms are dated, minibar refrigerators did not work in all rooms and windows did not function properly.

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