This privately-run hotel in the Teutoburg Forest offers free private parking and a free spa with pool. It is located in Horn-Bad Meinberg, a 15-minute walk from the Externsteine rock formation.
The Waldhotel Bärenstein provides rooms and apartments with safe and mini-bar.Free wired internet is available, and some rooms include a balcony or terrace.
Guests have free use of the Bärenstein’s gym area. This includes a steam bath and a sauna.
Regional meals are served in the restaurant. Half board can also be booked at the hotel.
The center of Detmold is a 10-minute drive away.
Please note that the property is not barrier-free.
DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ALL RESTAURANT AND RESTAURANTS.
SINCE 10/1/2025, CASHLESS PAYMENT ONLY.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“Directly across Hermansweg towards Externsteine... swimming pool and sauna... good restaurant and breakfast... Room had what probably wasn't supposed to be a stripper-pole... but it had a giant pipe next to the bed from floor to ceiling......”
Gregory
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, good location, restaurant and breakfast. Secure bike storage.”
John
United Kingdom
“Great Breakfast and super wellness facilities. great pool and 3 sauna's. Staff mega helpful. Cant find any faults here for the price. I will use this hotel as a stop off point on future long journeys.”
Irina
Finland
“The hotel staff were super nice and the view from our balcony was beautiful. The hotel is in a great location right next to the forest. There was even easy bus transport to the city. Also breakfast was really good”
Olga
Poland
“Very nice place for relaxation. The area is very quiet, beautiful nature around but still easy to get. The room is quite big and comfortable, nice view from the balcony. Very good food in restaurant. Nice swimming pool, gym and sauna. All clean...”
Nur
Netherlands
“Great view, friendly staff, very clean bathroom. It was like a dream under the snow!”
A
Alison
Belgium
“Comfortable bed & balcony with lovely view. Tea/coffee in room. Excellent restaurant & great breakfast. We also took advantage of the packed lunch when cycling. Top location near Externsteine.”
G
Graham
United Kingdom
“Very good, well cooked, presented and plenty of it.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant Bärenstein
Cuisine
German
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner • High tea
Ambience
Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Waldhotel Bärenstein takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 20:30 and 06:00
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
€ 12 per stay
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note, for bookings of 3 rooms or more, different policies may apply.
Guests arriving after official check-in times are kindly asked to contact the property in advance in order to arrange check-in. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.
Please inform Waldhotel Bärenstein of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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