Zum Handtuch
Hauptmarkt 5
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Why people book this hotel
“Centrally located adjacent to the Rathaus in the old part of the town, so good f…”
“Location”
“The apartment was comfortable and everything that should work did”
“There was everything we needed in the apartment, and the apartment was quite spa…”
“Great location on the square, great spacious room, very clean, easy to find, sup…”
“With a beautiful view of the square, a spacious room, and a very comfortable bed…”
“The host was kind and welcoming”
“We could check in during later evening, the owner was very friendly and helpful …”
“Perfect for us, light touch & a good value too”
“Very good value”
“Several restaurants and a good bakery for breakfast are right there on the same …”
“Great bakery round corner for breakfast”
Overview
Set in a protected building in the very centre of Bautzen, this guest house offers modern rooms with views of the Old Town. It is a 5-minute walk to the River Spree. The spacious, bright rooms at Zum Handtuch include satellite TV and have a private bathroom. There is also a small kitchenette which has a stove and refrigerator. The guest house is 300 metres away from the Bautzen City Museum, and it is a 3-minute walk to the famous Reichenturm leaning tower. Zum Handtuch itself features a historic winding staircase. There is a bakery just a 1-minute walk away from the accommodation. Several restaurants offering German and international cuisine are within a 5-minute walk. Zum Handtuch is 1.5 km from Bautzen Train Station, and it is a 7-minute drive to the A4 motorway.
Traveller reviews
Ian
solo_traveller
November 14, 2025
“Comfortable, central location for a short stay.”
Centrally located adjacent to the Rathaus in the old part of the town, so good for access to sites, restaurants, shops, etc. The apartment was comfortable and everything that should work did. There were some basic food items available, e.g. tea sachets, condiments, olive oil, etc which I always find is a positive.
Barbara
couple
September 4, 2025
Location
tony
couple
August 28, 2025
“Thanks to the staff for allowing us an early check in. Very friendly and helpful”
Great location
Larisa
couple
July 26, 2025
Location is perfect! - very central, big public parking lot is available in 5 min walking distance. Several restaurants and a good bakery for breakfast are right there on the same square. There was everything we needed in the apartment, and the apartment was quite spacious. Collecting of the key was easy - a code was provided for a lock box.
robin
couple
July 19, 2025
“Superb . Great views”
Wonderful location in centre of old town . Easy communication with the owner who let us put our bikes in the small seating area . We had fourth floor room which meant quite a few stairs but we didn’t mind as the view from our room was great . We had everything we needed with a clever wardrobe that opened up into a small kitchen ! We were able to sleep with windows open as the square restaurants closed around 10.30 . Great bakery round corner for breakfast .
Slawomir
solo_traveller
June 25, 2025
“Excellent - beautiful studio in Old Town.”
Location: smack in the historic city center. The place is a beautiful studio apartment, with a bathroom (shower), a kitchenette, and a superb view onto a historic city square. The apartment is so well-organized that a traveler lacks for nothing. Strong WiFi. Excellent throughout.
phil
couple
June 21, 2025
“Perfect stay in Bautzen”
Great location on the square, great spacious room, very clean, easy to find, super responsive and accommodating host. Perfect for us, light touch & a good value too.
Lidia
family_with_children
May 29, 2025
“A unique place to stay!”
With a beautiful view of the square, a spacious room, and a very comfortable bed, everything was clean and cozy. The apartment has a kettle, a coffee maker, a stove, and dishes — everything you need. One of the most enjoyable short stays I’ve ever had. The host was kind and welcoming.
Georgia
extended_group
May 1, 2025
“Ideal location and lovely views”
The historic house was brilliantly located on the market place. We had a spacious room, comfortable bed and gorgeous view. We bought breakfast downstairs in the very good bakery each morning.
Anthony
couple
April 30, 2025
Couldn’t be more central in the old town. Charming heritage property. Clean. Comfortable. Very good value.
Neagu
solo_traveller
February 3, 2025
“Everyfing in perfect conditionz”
Perfect clean,really nice owner,easy check in and the same check out. Everyfing is the best in this location.
Johan
couple
September 20, 2024
Lovely place right in center town. Look no further!
Kateřina
couple
August 24, 2024
“Can recommend, a nice stay!”
Accomodation located right in the city centre with breathtaking view. Quite calm location with interesting surroundings. We could check in during later evening, the owner was very friendly and helpful and let us store our bikes right at the reception. You can get an amazing spacious apartment with equipped kitchen on request. Everything was super clean. Definitely worth the money.
Erin
couple
August 14, 2024
“Bike trip”
Helpful owner, bikes stored right in the front reception so that was nice. Large room, nice bathroom, comfy bed, historical building, right on the town square so loads of bars and restaurants right there. Cutest town ever!
Yury Russell
couple
August 5, 2024
“Charming little stay”
Room was wonderful, clean and with a historical feel to it (very pleasant surprise). The hosts put a lot of thought with extra necessities and information was very useful too, since it was my wifes and I first visit to Bautzen. Price was excellent too and the check-in was great. Would definitely like to get back there again. Thank you very much!
Zuzanna
solo_traveller
July 3, 2024
Nice location, friendly staff
Kateryna
couple
November 11, 2023
“Lovely stay in an old town”
It's a great place in a city center for travellers without luggage (our room was upstairs, with a great view). I don't know if all the rooms have such a nice small kitchen hidden in a closet, but our had and it was a surprise for me. The place is clean, in very good condition, considering it's an old house. Everything you need is there: nicely smelling soaps and other small things in the bathroom, comfortable siting aream, coffee, tea. Staff is friendly and helpful, despite the fact they almost don't speak English.
David
couple
June 21, 2023
Great location in the centre marketplace of Bautzen, nice renowed in a old, historical building
Niall
solo_traveller
June 14, 2023
The location was superb. The view was perfect. The bells meant I never had to look at watch or phone
Linas
couple
April 21, 2023
“The price for the value is inadequate.”
Spacious room. View from the window
Facilities
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Pet bowls
Double Room
Bright and spacious room which features satellite TV, a small kitchenette, and has an en suite bathroom.
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