The weather was hot and the hotel is not airconditioned. It was essential to keep the windows opened. The best rooms face the street with the Cathederal immediately opposite. The bells chime every quarter hour and go into frenzy at midnight. Add to that the noise from inebriated tourists in the wee small hours and the restrauant guests dining outside... more

After 2 years, my wife and I could not resist returning to the Ritter even knowing it has no air conditioning. But despite the heat wave, it was fine because we had windows to open on 2 corners of the room. Location is wonderful in the center of the Altstadt old town. The waiters and waitresses in the restaurant are... more

One of the most interesting hotels I have stayed in. This is the oldest building in Heidelberg, not burned down by the French centuries ago, as the owner was a friend - dates from late 1500s. Nicely appointed, but if you have a front room, you will have trouble sleeping - you are right in the centre of the tourist... more