Suitess An der Frauenkirche is the choice for visitors who want to be in the middle of historic Dresden with more space than a standard hotel room. The property stands in the Neumarkt quarter, the reconstructed heart of the Baroque Old Town, with the Frauenkirche as its neighbour, and it is rated among the city’s five-star properties. As the name suggests, the emphasis is on suites, so you can expect larger accommodation than the classic city-centre double, which helps on a longer stay, with a family or if you want somewhere to spread out. The idea is a residential style of hotel, with calm interiors and a focus on comfort rather than a big lobby scene. The sights are right outside: the Frauenkirche’s dome, the Neumarkt’s rebuilt townhouses, Brühl’s Terrace and the river are within a few minutes’ walk, and the Zwinger, the Semperoper and the Residenzschloss are close behind.
Location and getting around
You are in the pedestrian heart of the Old Town, so everything on a first-time list is within walking distance, and trams stop nearby on the ring road for the Hauptbahnhof and the Neustadt. The Elbe steamers leave from the landing stages below Brühl’s Terrace, a short walk away, and the Striezelmarkt on the Altmarkt in Advent is about five minutes’ walk. The location is popular, so streets near the Frauenkirche are busy by day and quieter at night once the tour groups leave.
Rooms
The suites are generally larger than standard rooms, and many types are set up for longer stays or small groups. Check the room descriptions for sleeping arrangements, kitchen or kitchenette facilities, and whether the suite faces the square or an inner side, since each affects both noise and the view. Details such as breakfast and parking vary by rate, so confirm what is included before you book.
Who it suits
Couples who want space, families or small groups sharing a suite, and travellers staying several nights who like to have a base in the Old Town with a more homely feel. It is also a good option for people who want to walk to concerts, museums and restaurants and avoid transport altogether.
Good to know
Neumarkt hotels book up early in Advent and around major events, so reserve ahead for those dates. If you like a quiet room, ask for an upper floor or an inner-facing room. The hotel’s location means you will hear church bells, which many guests enjoy, and during peak periods the squares below are lively until late. Compare suite types carefully, as the price difference between categories can be large, and consider whether you need the extra space for your trip.
Why stay here
- ✓Suite-style accommodation
- ✓Next to the Frauenkirche
- ✓Pedestrian Old Town location
- ✓Five minutes to the Striezelmarkt
- ✓Short walk to Brühl’s Terrace
- ✓Near steamer landing stages
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Easy walk to the Zwinger and Semperoper
Good questions
Where is Suitess An der Frauenkirche?+
It is in the Neumarkt quarter of the Old Town, next to the Frauenkirche and a few minutes from Brühl’s Terrace.
Is Suitess good for longer stays?+
Yes, the suite-style rooms offer more space than a standard double, which suits longer stays and families.
Is it close to the Christmas market?+
The Striezelmarkt on the Altmarkt is about five minutes on foot, and other Advent markets are close by.
