Airbnb Riquewihr: the 10 best Airbnb rentals in Riquewihr

Want to stay in a medieval village? We’ve found the 10 best Airbnb accommodations in Riquewihr!

In the heart of Alsace, near Colmar and the German border, there’s a place that knows how to welcome visitors like no other. Ranked number 1 on Booking among the most welcoming French towns, Riquewihr is a nugget well worth the detour.

Magnificent half-timbered houses rise from the village’s cobbled streets. Look up a little higher and you’ll see the Dolder Tower, now a museum, and the Thieves’ Tower, a former prison, both dating from the 13th century.

As Riquewihr is on the Alsace wine route, you can visit one of the many winegrowers’ stores and taste the different vintages.

1. On top of the ramparts

From the top of the ancient 13th-century ramparts, this accommodation offers a view of Riquewihr’s old rooftops, vineyards and the Black Forest in Germany. It is extremely bright and open to the four cardinal points.

It has two small balconies accessible via a south-facing, glassed-in living room. The kitchen is separated from the living room by a beautiful cloister. The beams, parquet flooring and half-timbering, combined with the beige colors, add warmth and charm. A pellet-burning stove completes the welcoming ambience.

Both bedrooms have king-size beds, en-suite shower rooms and toilets.

2. Dressed in white

Among the best Airbnb in Riquewihr, this cozy apartment on the ramparts for two people is almost entirely white, except for the parquet floor and a few elements in gray tones.

In the main living room and open-plan kitchen, the framework rises to a height of five meters, creating a very pleasant feeling of space.

A 12 m2 covered, south-facing balcony overlooks the village of Riquewihr. From the room, you can see the Thieves’ Tower.

3. In the heart of the village

Leaving the main street and entering a small courtyard, you’ll find a charming apartment on the third floor of a 16th-century half-timbered house. Once you’ve climbed the stairs, you’ll find yourself in a 40 m2 apartment that can accommodate up to 4 travelers.

Clean and well-appointed, it’s in a great location. It’s the ideal starting point for visiting all the wonders of the region.

While the first bedroom is on the same level as the kitchen and living room, the second requires you to climb a small ladder to find yourself just under the roof.

4. The charm of the old and the comfort of the new

In the same house as the previous one, but this time on the second floor, a 60 m2 apartment awaits you.

Very clean, well-appointed and well-equipped, it is designed for two travelers, but a sofa bed in the living room brings the number to four. It is bright and offers a view over the village rooftops.

5. Just like home

In a cul-de-sac near a restaurant, you’ll find a pretty 16th-century Alsatian house with a yellow and salmon facade. The apartment is on the first floor, easily accessible, and covers 43 m2. It has a bedroom and a sofa-bed for 4 guests.

It’s tastefully furnished and you’ll immediately feel at home. Definitely one of the best Airbnb in Riquewihr! The accommodation is perfect for exploring the region.

6. A comfortable duplex

This 120 m2 duplex will delight travelers in search of the wonders of Riquewihr and the surrounding area. It features a large living room, an open kitchen and a dining room.

The bedrooms are on the first floor. The first has a bathroom, and the second a shower room. An additional bed is available in the living room with the sofa bed. In addition to its excellent location, the hotel offers a particularly warm welcome.

7. The Alsatian cocoon

In this pretty early 17th-century house, you’ll find a charming studio in the Alsatian colors of red and white. It has a double bed, a bathroom and a fully-equipped kitchenette.

Situated in the historic heart of Riquewihr, the location is ideal for admiring the beauty of the village.

8. For the love of half-timbering

On Riquewihr’s main street, this accommodation can accommodate 4 travelers. After a day visiting vineyards or castles, you can relax in the bathtub in the bathroom.

The kitchen opens onto the dining room and living room. The decoration is rather traditional, with exposed half-timbering in all rooms. The two bedrooms are charming and have very good bedding.

9. A garden in the heart of Riquewihr

This accommodation is one of the largest in our selection of the best Airbnb in Riquewihr. It covers 95 m2 for 3 bedrooms, 5 beds and two bathrooms. The whole is on 3 levels, one bedroom per floor.

The dining room overlooks a shared garden, but you can also enjoy breakfast and sunbathing on the private covered terrace. The house is elegantly decorated, and the pastel colors add warmth.

10. All comfort

Let’s round off this review of the best Airbnb in Riquewihr with an accommodation that shines for its location, cleanliness and the welcome you’ll receive.

The duplex apartment, on the top floor of an Alsatian house, is decorated in the colors of Alsace, with the half-timbering so typical of the region showing through. The layout is modern, with an open kitchen and bar stools. A bathroom and two bedrooms complete the set, which can accommodate up to 6 travelers.

A major asset is the private parking lot just a two-minute walk away.