Hotel Der Bär

Austria , SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental Area , Ellmau

  • Ski In/Ski Out
  • Spa & Wellness
  • Food & Drink
4.5/5
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Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Infinity Pool (4)
Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Lobby [1]
Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Relaxation Area [2]
Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Dining Room [3]
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Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Komfort Room (2) [5]
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  • Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Infinity Pool (4)
  • Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Lobby
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  • Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Komfort Room (2)
  • Hotel Der Bar Ellmau Infinity Pool (1)
  • Hote Der Bar Ellmau Indoor Pool
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  • Kirchbichl 9, 6352 Ellmau
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Facilities

  • Gym/Fitness Centres
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Indoor Pool
  • Spa Facilities
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Family Rooms
  • Single Rooms
  • Heated Boot Room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
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Ellmau at a glance

  • German
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Manchester Int. (MAN), Bristol (BRS), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Edinburgh (EDI), Leeds Bradford (LBA), London Heathrow (LHR), London Stansted (STN), Belfast Int. (BFS), Liverpool (LPL), London Southend (SEN)
More about Ellmau
  • Ski experts since 1934 – explore over 80 resorts
  • Award-winning service and 24/7 support on holiday
  • Our Snow Guarantee will keep you skiing
  • Our chalets are handpicked and exclusive to us
  • Travel, transfers and accommodation included
  • Free ski bus service in resort
  • Short transfer from Salzburg or Innsbruck
  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Ellmau
  • Access to Inghams Digital Travel Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on half board

About Hotel Der Bär

In need of an Alpine retreat? This is the perfect place for you. Just above the village of Ellmau, the ski-in/ski-out Hotel Der Bär blends urban contemporary and alpine styles. Chic but cosy interiors, impressive views and outstanding food all help make your stay an unforgettable experience. 

Food lovers are well-catered for - the award-winning restaurant has 14 Gault Millau points. On the menu you'll find quality produce and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

If you're ready to relax after a day carving up the slopes, Hotel Der Bär does wellness in style. Let life's stresses float away in the large heated infinity pool with spectacular views of the Wilder Kaiser mountains. The multiple saunas offer a perfect remedy for tired muscles, and the relaxation rooms are a haven of calm.

Spa & wellness facilities

  • Indoor and outdoor swimming pool
  • Two saunas
  • Steam room
  • Rainfall shower
  • Relaxation room
  • Spa and massage treatments (payable locally)
  • Fitness room
  • Pool towels

Hotel facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Ski in/ski out location
  • 450 metres from the village centre (uphill)
  • 450 metres to the nearest bus stop
  • 600 metres to the nearest supermarket

Breakfast is a delicious buffet offering an extensive range of hot and cold options.

In the evenings, you'll enjoy a four-course evening meal with three choices of main course, salad buffet, and occasional themed buffets. The Hotel Der Bär has been awarded 3 'fork points' and is a must-visit for food lovers.

Once a week the hotel has a self-service buffet for dinner.

Let the Sommelier help you choose the perfect wine to accompany your meal, and after dinner head to the comfortable lounge and bar to enjoy panoramic mountain views with a cocktail and good conversation.

There is also an afternoon snack buffet including homemade cakes.

  • Dress code for restaurants: Smart casual
  • Early children meals are available from 6pm

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements:

  • Gluten free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians
  • Dairy free

Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan diets can only be catered for on request.

Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board

  • Standard room
  • Comfort room
  • Comfort room bathroom
  • Junior suite

Standard rooms are around 22m² and sleep two people in an Austrian twin bed.

Comfort rooms are around 24m² and sleep two people. They have a balcony and shower

Junior suites offer the most space at around 45m² and have a balcony or terrace. These suites can sleep up to two adults and two children using the double sofa bed in the lounge area.

Single rooms are around 22m².

All rooms have:

  • TV
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer

Additional information:

  • Cots, linen & highchairs available 
  • No. of rooms: 62
  • No. of floors: 3
  • Steps into property: 0
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Access ramp: No
4.5

Loved by guests. Recommended by us. This is Inghams' Choice.

This property has earned its Inghams' Choice status through consistently high guest ratings and positive feedback. Carefully selected by our team, it's one of our most trusted places to stay, offering a quality holiday experience you can book with confidence.

Travel to Ellmau

Depart on: Saturdays 

Fly into: Innsbruck or Salzburg airport

Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 30 mins to 1 hour 45 mins by coach

Travel by air or car

Fly to Salzburg or Innsbruck:

  • Transfer time from Salzburg airport: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach
  • Transfer time from Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach

Please note that transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and traffic, particularly during peak season. Private transfers are available on request.

Self-drive from the UK:

Self-drive packages from the UK are also available, with ferry crossings included. Please call our Ski Specialists for more information and to book.

Inghams Rating: 4.5/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.
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Ski & Snowboard in Ellmau

Best for

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Cross-country

Snowboard

Ellmau offers 270km of slopes, family-friendly activities, and stunning views of the Wilder Kaiser mountains.

Runs

Blue: 114km
Red: 120km
Black: 10km
Ski area:
270km
Snow park:
Yes
Resort altitude:
820m
Ski Altitude:
700m - 1890m
Lift Ski Lockers:
No
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Discover Ellmau

The attractive village of Ellmau is situated between the rugged Wilder Kaiser (Wild Emperor) mountains and the more gentle Kitzbüheler Alps. Located between the villages of Going and Scheffau, Ellmau lies within the vast SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental Area which links several resorts enabling access to 270km of piste. 

Ellmau has wide and gentle nursery slopes which are close to the centre. A ski bus ride to the main lift will open the wider ski area with plenty of intermediate and more demanding runs. And to make your ski holiday even more enjoyable, a ten-seater gondola transports skiers to 1,530m in less than nine minutes, and all cabins have Wi-Fi and heated seats for ascent and descent. 

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Things to do in Ellmau

The leisure centre has indoor pool with water slide, various saunas and steam rooms, indoor tennis, squash and climbing wall.

Curling in Ellmau offers a fun and social activity for all ages. Enjoy aiming and sliding on well-maintained rinks, perfect for families and groups.

Sleigh rides in Ellmau offer a magical experience through the picturesque Wilder Kaiser mountains. Enjoy cosy rides wrapped in blankets, perfect for families and couples seeking a romantic winter adventure.

Hill walking in Ellmau offers scenic trails through the Wilder Kaiser mountains. Enjoy guided hikes, stunning alpine views, and diverse routes suitable for all fitness levels. Perfect for nature enthusiasts!

Parapenting in Ellmau offers breath taking aerial views of the Wilder Kaiser mountains. Enjoy tandem flights with experienced pilots, making it accessible for beginners and thrill-seekers alike.

Sledging in Ellmau offers thrilling runs for all ages. Enjoy daytime and night-time rides on well-lit tracks, with rental options and easy access via lifts.

Explore the serene beauty of the Wilder Kaiser mountains on a snowshoe hike in Ellmau. Join one of these guided tours to experience stunning alpine views and diverse winter trails. Snowshoe hikes are perfect for nature lovers of all fitness levels.

Tobogganing in Ellmau offers an exhilarating experience for winter sports enthusiasts. Located in the Wilder Kaiser region of Tyrol, Austria, Ellmau features several well-maintained toboggan runs that cater to both daytime and night-time activities.

Daytime tobogganing: During the day, visitors can enjoy the natural, groomed toboggan runs that stretch over 12 kilometres. The runs are family-friendly, and some sections are artificially snow-covered to ensure optimal conditions.

Night tobogganing: For those seeking adventure after dark, Ellmau provides illuminated tracks for night tobogganing. The cable cars in Söll and Going operate in the evening, transporting visitors to the starting points of the runs. This makes night tobogganing a perfect activity for families and winter lovers who want to extend their fun beyond daylight hours.

Set beneath the dramatic peaks of the Wilder Kaiser, Ellmau is a great base if you like having plenty of choice. The wider region offers over 100km of cleared winter walking trails, from easy valley paths linking villages like Going and Söll, to longer routes with open views of the mountains. Walks are well signposted and easy to follow, with plenty of places to stop along the way. If you’d rather skip the uphill, lifts like the Hartkaiserbahn offer pedestrian access (payable locally), making higher routes more accessible without needing a ski pass.

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