Whether you’re a young couple, a family or simply a passionate traveller, price always matters. But when it comes to accommodation, visitors to Germany can not only rely on excellent value for money, they can also be assured of good facilities and service.

Comparing accommodation within Europe, German hotel prices score well below the average, according to the German Hotel Association (IHA). This may account for the fact that overnight stays in Germany have risen again in 2012 and three years in succession. Germany’s Federal Statistical Office reports 68.8 million overnight stays in 2012 – a further increase of 8.1 per cent compared to the previous year.

Comparing accommodation within Europe, German hotel prices score well below the average

“Due to the generally prevailing economic troubles, price sensibility among travellers has increased in almost all European countries,” says Petra Hedorfer, chief executive officer of the German National Tourist Board (GNTB). “Attractive competitive prices make a difference when choosing a travel destination – this is where Germany will always score highly.”

Room rates within Europe have risen in 2012 by 4.7 per cent to €104, whereas in Germany they have only risen by 3.4 per cent and an average rate of €94.

Especially in Germany’s popular cities, hotel rates are far below other European destinations.

Overall, visitor satisfaction is also high – in the results of GNTO/ERV’s quality monitor 2011/2012 Germany’s value for money ratio was given excellent scores by holiday-makers and business travellers alike.