Hotel Elephant Weimar, Autograph Collection in Weimar

Description

Hotel Elephant Weimar, Autograph Collection, is a historic 5-star hotel built in 1937 and renovated in 1993, located in a beautifully restored art deco building. It offers a wide range of room types, from Standard Single rooms to Executive Suites with city views, and even a Cottage. The hotel features amenities like air conditioning, free parking, a fitness centre, sauna, and a restaurant known for its breakfast buffet with champagne. Guests praise the spacious, quiet rooms with comfortable beds and elegant decor, although some note the lighting can be insufficient. The hotel maintains a high cleanliness standard and attentive service, with staff often described as friendly and professional, though there are occasional reports of less welcoming moments at reception and in the restaurant. Pets are allowed on request for a fee, and accessible facilities are available. With a 9.3/10 overall rating, it combines historic charm with modern comforts in the heart of Weimar.

Location

Located at Markt 19, Hotel Elephant Weimar sits directly on Weimar's main market square, placing you steps from the city hall and the famous Christmas Market. The hotel is within walking distance of numerous restaurants, bars, and shops, making it ideal for exploring the old town on foot. For outdoor activities, a park behind the hotel offers a pleasant running environment. Dresden Airport (DRS) is approximately 172 km away, so plan for a longer transfer if arriving by air. The hotel's central position means many cultural sites and attractions are easily accessible without needing transport.

Tips

• Book your room well in advance if you want a suite upgrade, as these are limited and not guaranteed.
• Bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise, since the hotel bar sometimes plays music late into the night.
• For breakfast, try to arrive early to avoid delays in buffet replenishment and limited staff attention.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
• Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
• Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Fri] 06:30-10:30 Open
  [Sat - Sun] 07:00-11:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: €30.00 (approx. US$34.83) per pet per stay
• Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
• Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, MasterCard, Visa, JSB, DinersClub
• Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.