5. Hotel Alte Goste, Italy
Since 1142
Placed in picturesque surroundings in mountainous northern Italy, with a view on the Dolomites, this is one of the oldest hotels in this region. It is placed among most important roads that connected Italy (especially Venice) with the north throughout the history. It is known that since middle ages many inns were built near these roads, and this one remains till present days.
4. Olde Bell, England
Since 1135
Olde Bell was opened for visitors of nearby Benedictine Priory in the 12th century, and a bell which still stands there, signalized when an important person has come to visit the monastery. Being one of the oldest hotels in the UK that still exists, Olde Bell has retained the traditional appearance of an old English inn, so visitors can enjoy in ancient ambient while enjoying delicious food, since this hotel has been awarded for having the best restaurant in 2009.
3. Zum Roten Bären, Germany
Since 1120
Although the facility dates back in 1120, first mention of the “landlord of the red bear” comes from the mid-14th century. It is the oldest hotel in Germany. The importance of this historical place has been emphasized even more when a book about it was published in 2009 – Das Buch vom Roten Bären in Freiburg. Now, let’s see the top two on our list of oldest hotels in the world that still exist.
