Hotel Blaue Gams ***S - Ettal

3-star-Superior mountain hotel overlooking Ettal Abbey in the Ammergau Alps

Location & Views

Hotel Blaue Gams perches on a hillside above Ettal Abbey, offering direct panoramic views of the Ammergau Alps from most rooms. The property sits at the edge of the Graswang Valley, a short walk from the medieval Ettal Abbey and its brewery. Guests can reach Linderhof Palace in 10 minutes and the Zugspitze mountain in a 20-minute drive.

Dining & Breakfast

The on-site Stuberl restaurant serves seasonal specialities and international dishes prepared with regional ingredients, including a Friday grill evening. Each morning a complimentary gourmet breakfast buffet offers fresh local items such as cheese, breads, and cold cuts. The hotel also hosts seasonal culinary events focusing on local produce and wines.

Wellness & Spa

The new spa area includes three different saunas, a steam room, and relaxation rooms with mountain views. Guests can book massage treatments on-site, and the spa lounge offers a quiet space after using the sauna or steam bath. The wellness zone is open daily at no extra cost for hotel guests.

Family & Pet-Friendly Stays

Blaue Gams Ettal provides family rooms with two separate sleeping areas and a covered balcony, plus a small playground and board games for children. Dogs are welcomed with a dedicated dog bed, towel, food and water bowls in the room, and are allowed to join guests at breakfast. A kids' menu is available in the restaurant, and high chairs are provided.

Outdoor Activities & Services

The hotel serves as a base for hiking and cycling in the Graswang Valley and Murnauer Moos, with bike tours and walking tours organized on site. Ski storage and a ski school are available during winter, and public transport tickets can be purchased at reception. Free private parking includes an electric vehicle charging station, and the property offers laundry and ironing services.

• Location: Hillside above Ettal Abbey with direct views of the Ammergau Alps
• Rooms: Traditional Bavarian interiors with balconies, most overlooking the monastery
• Dining: Stuberl restaurant with seasonal local dishes and Friday grill evenings
• Wellness: Three saunas, steam room, and relaxation rooms with mountain panoramas
• Pet policy: Dogs allowed at breakfast, provided with bed, towel, food and water bowls
• Family: Family rooms with two rooms, playground, board games, and kids' menu
• Activities: Bike tours, walking tours, hiking, skiing, and ski storage on site