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Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway

5.0 of 5
In Elmau 2, 82493 Elmau, Bavaria, Germany
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Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway
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oregon/washington
Top Contributor
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60 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

It is always a treat to come here. (My favorite restaurant - La Salle - was closed for remodeling during April, so I kept my stay short for now.) It was a misty day, but the clouds cleared just as we pulled up to showcase the mountains, before closing in again. Due to the new spa construction and the off-season,... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Dear josanpu, I feel like this has become a regular exchange between us, given this is your third review, but please don't stop visiting, we love having you both here. I am very happy to tell you that your favorite restaurant La Salle is once again open and looking marvelous after its touch up. Please let me know before your... More

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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

From the backhoe working noisily beneath our window to a subpar dinner at Vidalia (the Italian restaurant on the premises), this was a disappointing relaxation effort. Room was nothing special, a bit small and dank. For a normal hotel experience, ok, but at these prices? Never again. My advice is to go check it out if you can to make... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Dear Kim B, Thank you for the review, however I must clarify to other readers that the backhoe working that you describe under your room had nothing to do with the construction over 200 meters away. The truth of the matter is that we had an unexpected pipe break and had to fix it immediately on a Saturday (obviously it... More

Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Schloss Elmau is a very special place for both families, couples or singles. And the perfect spot if you like wellness, sports, elegance, nature, culture and style. Very well maintained, superb food, high quality furniture and equipment. Nice yogaclasses, good instructors, state of the art sportsfacilities and beautiful trails for hiking. This was my second time and will for sure... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
21 April 2013

Dear chris T, Thank you for the kind comments regarding our facilities and hotel in general. We look forward to your next visit, please do not hesitate to contact me prior to your return. All the best, Nikolai Bloyd General Manager Schloss Elmau nikolai@schloss-elmau.de More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

This is truly a splendid and relaxing, luxurious retreat! The setting is postcard picture-perfect but most importantly, the people who work here made it joyous and reassuringly back to the spirit of humanity. Senior staff worked alongside the young, enthusiastic and charming staff (Marleen, Sabrina. Stefan, Marley, everyone in the Wintergarten including the red-haired waitress and Italian gentleman and the... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
21 April 2013

Dear Collin R, It was a real pleasure to have the chance to meet you during your recent stay. All of the staff felt proud when they read your review, and a few even blushed. We always like to hear positive feedback, but we do this not because it is our job and we have too, but because we are... More

London, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

A picture postcard! Beautiful....everything is 100% As a musician I was fortunate enough to play there and spent 5 days be pampered! You really can't fault it. The history of the hotel is amazing in itself. Only 100 km south of Munich and a heady 1000m above sea-level, I guess from the pictures it's an amazing ski-resort too, although we... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Dear PJP, On behalf of my team and the guests you preformed for, we thank you for your visit. It is always a pleasure to receive such positive feedback with regards to our hotel and the Concert program. All the best, Nikolai Bloyd General Manager Schloss Elmau nikolai@schloss-elmau.de More

Munich
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

Beautifully built, decorated, appointed and run. Every facility and activity carefully thought through and perfectly executed. Lovely staff, marvelous food. Suitable for all ages, alone or in families. We were nine, ages 6 months through 73 and everyone of us hated to leave.

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
6 March 2013

Dear Notgoodenough, Those are so rave reviews!! We appreciate that you enjoyed all the Schloss Elmau has to offer, and look forward to your next visit. Please contact me directly before your next visit so I may choose a room for you! All the best, Nikolai Bloyd General Manager Schloss Elmau nikolai@schloss-elmau.de More

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013 via mobile

It was a good hotel realy very good activites for kids and also adults i come with my family in june if i am not wrong it was fulled with family kids all around its realy a luxury hotel but when its come to sleep its so noisy you cant sleep because of the children running in the hallways, But... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
13 February 2013

Dear Abdullah A, Thank you for staying with us in June of last year. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed the hotel and the activities for you and your family. Please let me know before your next visit, and I will make sure to get you a room with less foot traffic. All the best, Nikolai Bloyd... More

Italy
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

This is by far our favourite hotel - luxury all over! We stayed for 4 nights in January, our 3rd visit, and we were not disappointed, although the beginning of our stay was not as good as the rest of our stay. The hotel seemed to be full, when we arrived and the "Badehaus" was well visited so it was... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
9 February 2013

Dear Carate, I am so happy to hear that even during your repeat visits we are still your Favorite hotel. Please contact me directly before your next trip, and I will make sure to reserve you a chair in the badehaus:) But please do contact me directly if I can help in anyway. All the best, Nikolai Bloyd General Manager... More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

This place is truely magical. We had an amazing weekend here. There is luxury, spa and culture. I could go on for pages about how wonderful this hotel is, but i dont want to spoil the surprise so here are a few things; - you can spend hours in the rooftop pool overlooking the stunning scenery (it was unbelievable in... More

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
12 January 2013

Dear Zain H, Thank you for all the kind words. I am glad that you received the chance to hear Tomas Sedlacek, our author in residence, during one of his lectures. It also pleases me to see your comments with regards to our Buffet Restaurant, we constantly are striving to exceed our guests expectations in all our restaurants. Please let... More

Vienna, Austria
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37 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Beautiful scenery, immaculate service, great food. Beautiful rooms. Everything from reservation to departure worked extremely smooth, staff are highly competent and friendly, in a discreet, charming way. Among all the places I stayed, it is this one and Six Senses Zighy Bay that left nothing at all to wish for.

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Nikolai_Bloyd, General Manager at Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway, responded to this review
22 December 2012

Dear mara_torres, I am so glad that we are able to receive praise from a return guest like yourself and that you fell so strongly about us. The fact alone that you, with 27 reviews already written, say that we are a place "that left nothing at all to wish for.," makes our job that much more rewarding! Thank you... More

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Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa And Cultural Hideaway
Address: In Elmau 2, 82493 Elmau, Bavaria, Germany
Region: Germany > Bavaria > Bavarian Alps > Elmau
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Elmau
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Suspending time for body and mind. Get away from it all in an Alpine sanctuary of magical beauty. Feel the spirit of the mountains. Listen to the sound of tranquillity. Be enchanted by some of the greatest artists performing classical music and jazz or meet fascinating authors. Rejuvenate in four spas, offering perfect calm for adults and quality time for families. Chill out in restaurants and lounges enhanced by a passion for service and care. ... more   less 
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