Schwarzer Bär

The Schwarzer Bär is a hotel with historic roots in downtown Jena, located directly across from the University's Main Building. The property offers 75 rooms in different categories, a restaurant serving regional cuisine, and multiple event spaces for gatherings.

The hotel emerged during Jena's rise as an important university city and became a preferred destination for visitors from politics and academia. Its architecture and interior design reflect the building's deep connection to the city's intellectual and public life.

The hotel serves as a meeting place for guests from academic and social circles, reflecting Jena's role as a university city. Its restaurant presents Thuringian specialties alongside international fare, rooting the dining experience in regional culinary traditions.

The property provides round-the-clock reception services and meeting rooms for events of various sizes. Visitors should note that accessibility and availability of facilities may vary depending on the time of day.

Many guest rooms are named after notable figures who stayed at the property, reflecting its special role in local history. This naming tradition connects each stay to the stories of these historical visits.

Location: Jena

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 06:30-23:00, Sunday 07:00-15:00

GPS coordinates: 50.93030,11.59038

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23