Hotel Cour du Corbeau Strasbourg: An Amazing Place to Stay

Our Room at Hotel Cour du Corbeau

Our luxurious Junior Suite at Hotel Cour du Corbeau Strasbourg was roomy and bright, combining classic and contemporary styles. The half-timbered framing from the building's exterior carried right into our room.

Exposed wooden beams marked the corridor to the bedroom where we enjoyed a restful night's sleep. Just across the room, there was a living space with a couch, coffee table, and a TV.

Ideal for both couples and families, the sofa bed offers a secondary sleeping area.

The attic windows of this 16th century building allowed a lot of light to filter into the suite. Strategically placed beneath the windows, a chic desk and chair provided an ideal workspace.

Of course, the hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests. To the right of the desk, a Nespresso coffee maker sits atop a small countertop.

I'm a huge fan of hotel rooms with fantastic coffee makers, and it was a delight to wake up to a rich brewed coffee each morning. In the cupboards, there was a mini fridge and a safe.

The Bathroom

One of the most elegant aspects of the suite was the bathroom. First, the toilet was in a separate room away from the bathtub and sinks.

The bathroom itself was massive; there were two sinks, a large bathtub/shower, a heated towel rail, and a magnifying mirror. Plush bathrobes and slippers were also at our disposal. 

The View

The best surprise of all was the view from our suite's window overlooking the inner courtyard. I pulled back the curtains and opened the little window near the bed.

Poking my head outside, the historic half-timbered structure and flowers lining every space of the balconies was so captivating. The enchanting qualities of Strasbourg were visible in plain sight right from our window. I felt like I was living in a fairy tale.

Hotel Cour du Corbeau Strasbourg: The Location

The location could not get any better than this! Located right on the river, you can walk to every tourist attraction and explore every nook of Old Town Strasbourg.

It's steps away from the Strasbourg Cathedral, Petite France, restaurants, cafes, shops, and everywhere you want to be.

If you're looking for where to stay in Strasbourg, location should play a huge factor in your accommodation choice.

As Strasbourg is such a walkable destination, you need to be in the middle of it all. The Hotel Cour du Corbeau is the ultimate choice for location, comfort, history, and style.

Parking

The hotel does not have a private car park. While you can't park your car there, Hotel Cour du Corbeau offers a valet service.

They will take care of your car and park it at the nearest public car park for you. Their rate is €35 per day.

There are nearby car parks that you are also welcome to use on your own that will likely charge less than their valet service.

If you rent a car in France and embark on a big road trip, Strasbourg is a destination you'll want to include on your itinerary. When you're in Strasbourg itself, you won't need a car and can leave it parked for the duration of your trip.

The Hotel's Common Areas

The romantic MGallery Cour du Corbeau extends its tranquility beyond the guest rooms.

A cozy sitting room invites you to spend time with your companions or fellow guests, or perhaps you'd like to read a book or complimentary newspaper.

There's a beautiful courtyard with a seating area where you can dine, enjoy a cup of tea, or savour a glass of wine.

Hotel Cour du Corbeau Strasbourg MGallery: The Hotel's History

Hotel Cour du Corbeau has a rich and intriguing history.  Back when it opened in 1528, it was a hotel known as Zum Rappen; however, there's evidence that a hotel existed even before that.

It's interesting that this building started as a hotel, and continued as a hotel throughout the years. Many famous travellers stayed overnight here: the Duke of Bavaria in 1570, German Emperor Joseph II, and the King of Prussia, Frederick the Great.

In the 1800s, the hotel became utilized by glass makers, and then a braid maker in the courtyard. It wasn't until 2006 that the property was redeveloped back into a hotel, reclaiming its former splendor.

After two years of construction and restoration, the Cour du Corbeau opened its doors and this historic site was alive with activity once again.

Upon checkout, we were presented with a small souvenir booklet of postcards depicting how the hotel looked over the years. On the back of the envelope, there's a list of many famous and important historical figures who stayed at the hotel.

At the bottom of the card, it reads, "Et vous.... and you". It's the little touches that make all the difference, and we were very impressed with the quality of service and attention to detail.

Sample 2-Week Europe Trip with Strasbourg

Strasbourg, we quickly fell for you! It's like a living and breathing fairy tale.

With so many wonderful things to do in Strasbourg France, you're guaranteed to have a blissful visit. Whether you spend one day in Strasbourg or several, you'll have a fantastic time in this Alsatian city.

We included Strasbourg on a European trip we made through France, Germany and Switzerland. This was our complete 2 week Europe itinerary:

• We flew into Frankfurt, Germany and spent one night in Frankfurt. Here's where you can find great prices on flights to Frankfurt.
• We took the train to Strasbourg for two nights (1.5 days to explore).
• Then, we were off to Switzerland for a week: Bern (2 nights), Thun and Spiez (day trip from Bern), the Swiss Alps, based in Wengen (3 nights), Zurich (2 nights), Lucern (day trip from Zurich).
• We went back to Germany by train to Tubingen (1 night) and Heidelberg (2 nights) before flying home out of Frankfurt.

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