With 30 to 50 fairs annually, Frankfurt is the main conference and convention city in Germany. Therefore, hotels are fully booked most of the year and visitors are recommended to make reservations well in advance.

The hotels below have been classed into four different pricing categories:
$$$$ (over €200)
$$$ (€150 to €200)
$$ (€75 to €149)
$ (up to €75)
The above prices include VAT at 19% and a buffet breakfast unless otherwise stated.

Maritim
Directly linked to the Trade Fair Centre, this very modern circular, glass hotel is most convenient for travellers visiting one of Frankfurt's numerous international fairs. The 5-star Maritim caters mainly for professionals, providing everything the sophisticated traveller expects, from extensive business facilities, including a dedicated business floor, as well as fax machines and digital telephones in every room, to the relaxation options of the Maritim Sports Club.

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3
Tel: (069) 75780.
Website: www.maritim.de
Price: $$$

Sheraton Frankfurt Hotel and Towers
For business travellers with no time on their hands, the Sheraton is ideal, as it is directly connected to Frankfurt Main airport by a glass-enclosed pedestrian bridge. The hotel boasts over 1,000 guest rooms and 56 conference rooms, as well as a business centre and fitness facilities. Public transport into the city is easy, with regular S-Bahn trains taking about 30 minutes.

Terminal 1, Flughafen Frankfurt/Main, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 1
Tel: (069) 69770.
Website: www.sheraton.com/frankfurt
Price: $$$$

Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
Destroyed during WWII and entirely rebuilt by hotelier Albert Steigenberger, this fantastic listed building combines historical glory and modern convenience. Despite the elegant furnishings, the discreet service and the majestic atmosphere, Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof retains character and intimacy. The facilities are fantastic, including a wellness club and business centre. For very important guests, who require extra special treatment, the Presidential Suite even has bullet-proof windows.

Am Kaiserplatz
Tel: (069) 21502.
Website: www.frankfurter-hof.steigenberger.de
Price: $$$$

Villa Kennedy
Now under the wing of the acclaimed Rocco Forte luxury hotel group the Villa Kennedy is firmly in the 5-star-plus category, and situated in the city centre on the south bank of the Main and close to Sachsenhausen. The hotel consists of three new buildings and the Villa Speyer, a building dating from the early 20th century. The Gusto restaurant vies with the very best in Frankfurt, while for those in need of rest and relaxation, there are full leisure and spa facilities including a swimming pool. The hotel also offers a number of meetings and events spaces for the business visitor and is a favourite with visiting celebrities too.

Kennedyallee 70
Tel: (069) 717 120.
Website: www.villakennedy.com
Price: $$$$

Hotel Am Berg
This beautiful neo-romantic hotel is quietly situated in a private villa in the quarter of Sachsenhausen. Its special ambience and warm and quirky décor make every visitor feel at home and at ease. There are a small number of guest rooms and most are en suite. Fresh fruit, tea- and coffee-making facilities, as well as newspapers and magazines, are always available.

Grethenweg 23
Tel: (069) 660 5370.
Website: www.hotel-am-berg-ffm.de
Price: $

Pension Aller
This delightful guest house might be small in size but it offers great service and a homely atmosphere. Situated in the tranquil Gutleutviertel quarter, one can enjoy the busy city life by day and retreat to this remote oasis of peace and quiet at night. Advance booking is required for this popular no-frills establishment.

Gutleutstrasse 94
Tel: (069) 252 596.
Website: www.pension-aller.de
Price: $$

Hotel Palmenhof
The fine architecture of this elegant Westend building is more reminiscent of a historic palace than a modern hotel. However, the rooms of this small but stylish art nouveau residence, furnished throughout with sophisticated antiques, provide all the contemporary comforts of 21st-century business life. TV, private safe and ISDN and modem points are basic standards in all rooms.

Bockenheimer Landstrasse 89-91
Tel: (069) 753 0060.
Website: www.palmenhof.de
Price: $$

The Pure
The Pure is one of the trendiest hotels in Frankfurt. Just around the corner from the main station this style haunt is decorated in a palette of white, white and white. The staff are warm enough to add a bit of colour and all rooms have flat screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi access and a decent breakfast buffet. The lobby bar stocks an impressive range of single malt whiskies. There is also a modest gym for more active types, as well as a sauna and steam room.

Niddastrasse 86
Tel: (069) 710 4570.
Website: www.the-pure.de
Price: $$$