Alphotel Ettal is a great choice for a stay in Ettal. Guests indulge in spa services, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other features.
Languages
English, German, Russian
At a glance
Hotel size
50 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Spa services
Sauna
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Dining
Onsite venue - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in German cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Alphotel Ettal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Alphotel Ettal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Alphotel Ettal?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Alphotel Ettal?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Alphotel Ettal?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alphotel Ettal?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Alphotel Ettal?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Garmisch-Partenkirchen (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Alphotel Ettal and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness center. Alphotel Ettal also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Alphotel Ettal?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers German cuisine and garden views.
Does Alphotel Ettal have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Alphotel Ettal like?
Alphotel Ettal is located a short 12-minute walk from Ettal Abbey.
Alphotel Ettal Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2024
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2022
The Staff at the Alphotel displayed an amazing degree of compassion as we faced a very tragic personal loss during our stay. They went beyond what was needed or expected to assist us in our time of crisis and were nothing but caring, kind and considerate as we dealt with our tragedy.
James
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2019
Very clean and presentable property, friendly staff and amazing views to the mountains from the room. Great breakfast too. Didn't use the pool. Ideal to have a car to stay here as not much about but the hotel, thats all we needed.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2019
We (2 adults and 3 children) stayed in the top floor apartment which has two bedrooms, bathroom and a kitchen. The apartment was immaculate and so comfortable. It was fun for us to stay in the attic and we loved the gorgeous outlook. Breakfast was delicious, the owners were helpful and the village is beautiful. We loved our stay here and would highly recommend it.
Enzo
Enzo, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 9, 2018
They put me in a room with a single bed and I reserved double. It was hot! After my inquiry they miraculous found a room with bigger bed even though I was told the whole hotel had no available rooms.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2017
A pleasant hotel in a beautiful location. Our room was large and comfortable. The staff was friendly. Breakfast was superb!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 16, 2017
Another tour group was annoying.
Jing
Jing, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 5, 2017
When awaiting middle-european and getting russian, not what was expected. Terrible "gym", spa? Elevator was unauthorized. View was beautiful.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 1, 2017
Clean and quite hotel in good location
The location is good. The famous Ettal abbey is in the small village in walking distance.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 20, 2016
Great stay!
Originally had booked a 2 bedroom apartment but it wasn't available due to a burst pipe. Hotel staff were great about accommodating us in regular rooms and making sure we were comfortable. Kids loved the pool, hotel had amazing views of the mountains!
Cheryl
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 17, 2016
Friendly staff, beautiful view, easy walk to the Monastery.
SD
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2016
Roger
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 11, 2016
Affordable, clean hotel.
The room and hotel was very clean. It was nice that they separated us for breakfast from the bus tour group.
Billy
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 20, 2015
Hard bed and bad pillow
The bed was REALLY hard. Although European beds tend to be harder than American ones, this one was almost unsleepable. However there was a great view and great breakfast. The staff was friendly. Altogether not a bad place that I would stay again. But be ready for a hard mattress.
Lynn
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2015
Good hotel in excellent location
We originally booked and payed for an apartment but due to maintenance issues, the hotel substituted the apartment for two individual rooms sharing a balcony and threw in a complimentary breakfast. Breakfast had a good range of choices and nice surroundings, but service had much to be desired since we waited 15 minutes for someone to come wipe down the table we were going to sit at even though we brought it to the attention of front desk several times. While an additional discount would have been a good gesture for their mistake with not giving us the original apartment we booked, we were overall happy with the hotel and stay. Beautiful view and Ettal is a very charming village. Definitely recommend.
Riaz
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 15, 2015
A nice place for vacation
In the middle of the hill, with silent environment.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2015
A little piece of Paradise.
Looking out out the back door of our room at the Alp's foothill's was fantastic. Low hanging clouds, water falls and shear beauty. The town of Ettal was beautiful. We walked through the meadows leading to the mountains. I have been to some pretty places in my life but for me this was the most beautiful and pleasant of all.
Mind you that this was in early May.
Frank
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 29, 2014
Convenient location
We had originally booked 2 rooms for 6 people but only 5 of us were able to come. The hotel staff apologized that the "apartment" we were supposed to have had experienced a flood and was not available. They put all five of us in a room with two double beds and a pull out couch. It was cramped but they did charge us less and included our breakfasts for our two day stay. The location is perfect for many of the local attractions. We should have stayed in the area many more days to enjoy them all. The kids were disappointed that the pool was frigid and the hot tub was even colder, plus other guests also were upset that while the pool hours were posted until 10 PM even at 8 PM we couldn't figure out how to even put the lights on in the pool area.
Traveling Mom
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2014
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 25, 2014
Nice hotel, central to several places of interest.
A very pleasant stay in Bavaria. The hotel was ideally located to visit the many places of interest, (Zugspitze, Garmisch, Oberammergau, Innsbruck).
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2013
Quiet area
The area was quiet. Staff were courteous and helpful. Food in the restaurant was good and breakfast was standard, but good.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2013
Wundershern
Exceptional hotel in a nice quiet village. Near Linderhof and Oberammergau.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2013
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2013
Oasis of tranquility and excellence!
Awesome stay in an oasis of tranquility, comfort, nice people and excellent hospitality! The exercise room was a noce bonus and the Wellness Centre was perfect! Excellent saunas, pool, dipping pool and lounge area. Bar service and dinner options were abundent and all meals were excellent!
Steve
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 1, 2013
Good value for the money
Hotel staff were very friendly and accommodating upon check in and throughout our stay. Great mountain views from all rooms. Hotel is located just down the road from Ettal's town center which is within walking distance in a quiet neighborhood. Just minutes from the monastery and schloss Linderhof, and about a 40min drive to Neuschwanstein. Parking at the hotel is a bit limited. Rooms are clean and done up in usual German flare and come with balcony or patio. The bathroom however feels more like something you'd expect from a cruise ship then a nice hotel. Although you get a towel warmer which is great, be prepared to bring your own shampoo, soaps, conditioners etc and shower in a small space. Sauna/spa open at 4pm and close at 9 (as does the kitchen) so if you sightsee during the day and eat a late dinner you may not have a chance to visit the pool or sauna while they're open. Two saunas are offered at different temperatures and the pool is a cold plunge. Quite, clean and overall pretty good value for the money.