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Fronveste - Das alte Knasthaus

4.4(582)
Hotel

About

Fronveste - Das alte Knasthaus repurposes a historic prison into a casual hotel with modern, compact rooms reachable by lift. Its standout feature is a large breakfast room with a terrace offering sweeping views over Meiningen, ideal for small business gatherings.

Located near the city's oldest district, the venue suits groups and meetings, with a rustic restaurant and bar onsite. The riverside terrace adds a relaxed setting for networking or informal receptions in a unique, character-filled space.

Best for

  • Small team meetings with city views
  • Casual client dinners in historic setting
  • Overnight stays for business groups

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Hotel in a former prison with modernized cells
Historic Architecture
Hotel in a former prison with modernized cells
Set in the historic walls of an old prison, the hotel offers modern rooms accessible by lift, preserving the unique character of the original cell layout while providing contemporary comfort.
Large breakfast room with panoramic city terrace
Event Space
Large breakfast room with panoramic city terrace
The hotel features a spacious breakfast room located above the rooftops of Meiningen, which can be booked for events and family celebrations, offering guests a scenic terrace view of the city.
Close to Meiningen's historic Töpfemarkt district
Location
Close to Meiningen's historic Töpfemarkt district
Located near the oldest district of Meiningen, the hotel provides convenient access to the city's cultural and historic heart, appealing to travelers and event attendees alike.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 582 reviews