The four-star Dorint Am Goethepark Weimar is a modish hotel in the centre of Weimar, Thuringia. It comprises of two classical mansions and a modern structure that looks like it's been plucked straight from the pages of a design magazine. Fashionable stripes, attention to detail and a heady mix of Art Nouveau and Bauhaus make this hotel a must-stay. With a location minutes from the city's cultural centre, the hotel is handy for a saunter around Weimar's star attractions (many of which are named after the German writer Goethe) like Goethe Park and House, Belvedere Castle and the National Theatre.

Modern decor colours the hotel and Italian flair permeates the wellness area which was designed by a German artist, Christoph Hodgson. Set over two floors, there is fitness equipment, a Finnish sauna, solarium, steam bath and an indoor whirlpool. Massages and cosmetic treatments are available too and there is a quiet room for those looking to completely escape. Bicycle hire is a possibility for anyone wanting to see the city whilst feeling the rush of wind in their hair.

All 143 rooms at Dorint Am Goethepark Weimar are stylish, tasteful and up-to-date. Contrasting stripes bounce from wall to wall through the bed linen, carpets and curtains. Handy work desks are a standard feature and are superb for business travellers and those who want to sit at their computers for hours on end. Modern bathrooms offer the chance for a relaxing bath at the end of a long day and contribute to the effortlessly cool atmosphere.