Hotel Elephant - Bressanone

500-year-old historic hotel with Michelin-starred dining and park grounds in Bressanone

Dining

Hotel Elephant houses two on-site restaurants: the Elephant, open daily for lunch and dinner, and the Michelin-starred Apostelstube, where a gourmet menu of up to 7 dishes is served. Guests can sample South Tyrolean cuisine with Italian influences, paired with specialized wine selections from renowned vineyards. A varied breakfast buffet is offered each morning, and the bar serves cocktails in a historic setting.

Wellness & Leisure

The hotel provides comprehensive spa facilities including two swimming pools - outdoor and indoor - a sauna, steam room, and hammam. Guests can use the fitness centre, bicycle rental, and tennis court, or join walking tours and local culture classes. The indoor pool is heated and open all year, with a pool bar available in season.

Accommodations

Rooms in the main building and Villa Marzari are fitted with luxurious fabrics, wooden floors, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Each room includes a minibar, bathrobes, and a private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer. Upper floors are accessible by elevator, and some rooms offer views of the surrounding mountains.

Location & Activities

Set in a 17,000 m2 park, Hotel Elephant is a 5-minute walk from Bressanone's historical center, the Cathedral, and the Pharmacy Museum. Guests receive a free Bressanone Card at check-in, granting free access to local museums, public transport, a daily 2-hour swim at Acquarena pool, and 2 daily cable car rides. Complimentary bike rental and a shuttle service are available for exploring the Isarco Valley hiking trails.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The Elephant Hotel welcomes pets with pet baskets and bowls, and offers family rooms, baby safety gates, and a children's menu in the restaurant. The 2-hectare park includes outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a chapel/shrine, providing space for children to play. Daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are available for all guests.

• Dining: Michelin-starred Apostelstube with 7-course gourmet menus
• Wellness: Two heated pools, sauna, steam room & hammam
• Location: 5-minute walk to Bressanone Cathedral & Pharmacy Museum
• Activities: Free Bressanone Card with cable car rides & public transport
• Rooms: Villa Marzari annex with luxurious fabrics and flat-screen TVs

License number: IT021011A1LJEW229C