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About this property
Set in a 56 ft² park, Hotel Elephant is a 500-year old hotel set in a restored historic building. The property features a pool . Providing a sense of refined ambiance, rooms at Elephant are fitted with luxurious fabrics, soft carpets or wooden floors. They combine classic furnishings with modern flat-screen TVs, equipped with satellite channels. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily, while lunch and dinner can be enjoyed in one of the 3 traditional Stuben dining rooms. The menu offers hearty specialties and gourmet dishes from South Tyrol, mixing Italian and Austrian influences. Elephant hotel consists of a main building and Villa Marzari, both set within the extensive grounds. Ideal for trekking in summer and skiing in winter, it is located in central Bressanone, featuring the Pharmacy Museum and a baroque Cathedral. A free Bressanone Card is given to all guests at check-in. This gives you free access to the town's museums and free public transport, along with a daily 2-hour swim in the public Acquarena pool and 2 daily rides on the cable car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Airport shuttle
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kristine
United Kingdom
“The property is stunning. It feels like you’ve stepped into a little magical place from a different time. The secret garden was beautiful, and the details with the elephants throughout the hotel was really fun. The staff were also so very nice to...” - Gerald
United States
“Great and very helpful staff and a great breakfast 😊👍” - Puneet
United States
“They did not provide an in-room ironing board or iron. When traveling with Kids, one expects to have all these as part of the amenities. We were not going to get my 8 year olds clothe ironed by the hotel.” - Sander
Israel
“The unique decor, atmosphere and the story of the hotel. The breakfast is great with a lot of Versailles. The spa is very nice Mini refrigerator in the room and also a plate of fruits waited for us upon arrival” - C
United States
“Everything about Hotel Elephant was lovely, from the story to the facilities to the restaurant to the staff. While I didn't stay long enough to explore the town it was located close enough to walk from the train station, but far enough to feel...” - Susan
United States
“Excellent selections at bfast both hot and cold. Had the tasting menu dinner at the newly opened Michelin apostlestabln restaurant. The FOOD!!! fabulous and so creative, the service an equal to the great food, the wine pairings were perfect as...” - Paul
United States
“What an amazing historical hotel in the city center. It was been recently renovated and it is beautiful. The history behind the hotel and its name made it special. All the staff were very friendly and helpful with recommendations. The...” - Mary
United States
“The front desk person (female) was wonderful. So helpful and spent lots of time answering our questios. This was Friday afternoon and early Saturday morning, Aug 23 and 24.” - Stuart
United States
“Second stay here and loved it again. Breakfast is incredible!!! Staff and service fantastic” - Keerthy
United States
“What a delightful place to stay! The hotel has so much character and charm.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant Elephant
- CuisineFrench • Italian • European
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Restaurant Apostelstube
- CuisineFrench • International • European
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
Please note that the Apostelstube restaurant is open Friday to Tuesday for dinner only.
License number: IT021011A1LJEW229C