This fascinating new hotel is a converted prison, offering both cell-style and conventional rooms. It is located near the Japanese Garden in the centre of Kaiserslautern, at the edge of the Pfälzer Wald forest.
Dating from 1867, the Alcatraz Hotel am Japanischen Garten is Germany’s first prison-hotel.
In the cell-style rooms, guests can taste a little bit of prison life via barred windows, original prison beds (made by prison inmates), and even a washbasin and toilet in the room.
Breakfast can be served through the hatch of the original prison door if you wish. A new à la carte restaurant opened in 2013.
However, the cell-rooms of the Alcatraz Hotel are not without modern comforts, and each includes free wireless internet access.
Those who prefer more conventional comforts may prefer the hotel rooms or suites. These feature an en suite bathroom.
The Hinter Gittern (Behind Bars) bar is ideal for rounding off a busy day with a few drinks before escaping to your quiet cell or room.
WiFi is only available in the lobby and on the lower floor.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“The exceptionally friendly young woman on reception”
Maria
United Kingdom
“Excellent, comfortable, clean. Very friendly staff and speak english and very quiet. Breakfast was very easy and tasty 😋.”
Massimo
Germany
“It's particular. Different from every other hotel I've been in. If you're looking for an original experience, you will appreciate this hotel.
Staff was very friendly.
Private parking available.
Quiet and clean room.
Good position practically...”
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Steffen
United Kingdom
“Good location near town centre, interesting prison experience. Room is functional but had everything needed. Breakfast was reasonable and offered some good options. There seemed to be very few other guests so it was quiet.”
Liviu
Romania
“Very interesting experience. Very friendly staff.
Great location”
Mcdermott
United Kingdom
“Great, quirky hotel sleeping in a cell! Very clean, staff friendly, good breakfast - an overall enjoyable, memorable stay 😁”
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Eric
Netherlands
“Sleeping in a cell was truly an experience! Beds are compact but comfy. For a single night taking a shower in a spacious shared bathroom was actually fine. Parking on site really convenient, as well as the location at walking distance from the...”
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Charles
Germany
“The hotel is really cool and I like how they kept some of the old prison features. I had a small room which was perfect for my short stay. The room provided everything I needed and I appreciated the breakfast. Parking was easy, too.”
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Heiko
Germany
“Nice location close to the city center. Original ambience and very friendly reception. Bicycles can be safely parked.”
Eww
Canada
“The hotel was recommended by friends and it was exactly as advertised. Best bed we slept in in our travel this time.
Clean and immaculate
Loved it.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
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