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Tucked in a historic villa, Villa Merton dazzles with its blend of elegance and deliciously inventive European fare, making it a must for food lovers.

Expansive breakfasts plus salads & cakes at a classic marble-tabled cafe, with sidewalk seating.

International cuisine served in a cavernous former factory with exposed brick walls.

Stylish lodging with acclaimed dining & a cozy bar, plus a gym & a luxe spa with a barbershop. Set in the financial district, this elegant hotel dating from 1876 lies 1.4 km from the Zeil shopping street and 2.3 km from Palmengarten, a 19th-century botanical garden. Featuring stylish decor, the refined rooms have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi; upgraded rooms add Nespresso machines. Suites include separate living rooms, dining rooms, fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs. Room service is available. There's a chic breakfast eatery, an acclaimed French restaurant, and a charming brasserie with a terrace, along with a private cigar lounge and a cozy bar offering afternoon tea. Other amenities include a gym, and a plush spa with a barbershop.

A lively, rustic beer hall in Frankfurt serving hearty German fare and house-brewed beers, perfect for a cozy meal with friends or family.

Tree- & art-studded pedestrian route between 2 plazas, lined with many retail chains & boutiques.

Warm apartments with kitchens & balconies in a mid-rise hotel with a refined restaurant/bar. A block from the River Main, this modern apartment hotel is a 5-minute walk from Willy-Brandt-Platz U-Bahn station, and an 11-minute walk from Römerberg museum and church. Warm accommodations range from studios to 1- or 2-bedroom units with living rooms. All have dining areas, kitchens and desks, plus balconies. They also feature flat-screen TVs, stereos and iPod docks. Wi-Fi is provided for a fee. There’s a refined European restaurant with a bar, plus a grocery delivery service. Other amenities include a heated indoor pool, a fitness room and a sauna. A business center, parking and babysitting services are available for additional fees.

The Römer, a stunning medieval building in Frankfurt's Old Town, blends history and charm with its picturesque stepped gable facade and vibrant market square.

Simple tavern with sidewalk tables serving hearty German fare, plus local wines, beer & cider.

Laid-back hotel offering breakfast & parking, as well as a fitness room & a bar. Set among office buildings, this relaxed hotel is 10 minutes' walk from Niederrad train and S-Bahn station. It's 6 km from the Städel Museum and 7 km from Frankfurt Cathedral. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, the informal rooms have Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. All include tea and coffeemaking facilities; suites provide separate living rooms and kitchenettes. There's a fitness room and a bar. Breakfast and parking are available.