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Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl

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#1 of 16 hotels in Schwangau
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Boutique Hotel Das Rübezahl - a special romantic hotel with a royal view of Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau. Individualistic and romantic, the hotel is located right in the middle of the Bavarian Alps. As a member of the renowned Hideaways Hotels Collection, the Wellness and Gourmethotel combines discreet luxury with an alpine lifestyle. Creative and regional delicacies from the exquisite gourmet kitchen (awarded with 15 Gault & Millau points), combined with alpine-inspired spa treatments with an outdoor pool invite you to relax and pamper yourself. Guests can take part in guided hikes to the hotels own mountain cabin several times a week. The hotel still has 4 E-charging stations and a Porsche Taycan for excursions. Near Munich and Innsbruck (Austria).
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Electric vehicle charging station
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Yoga room
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Personal trainer
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Hiking
Horseback riding
Skiing
Bicycle tours
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Taxi service
Meeting rooms
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Open-air bath
Pedicure
Steam room
Rooftop terrace
Ski In / Ski Out
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Desk
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Minibar
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Soundproof rooms
Bathrobes
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Quiet
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, German, Portuguese
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Am Ehberg 31, 87645 Schwangau, Bavaria Germany
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Ondrej C wrote a review 14 Mar
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Thank you for a very memorable wedding anniversary dinner at your fine dining restaurant. Great experience from start to the end. Professional and curious staff, homemade curated spirits/cocktails and tasty well presented dishes, highly recommended
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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BBM wrote a review Aug 2022
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The Hotel is on the right place with a beautifull view. Rooms are very nice 7 clean, staff in the reastaurant & Bar very friendly, reallyvery nice people! The food leaves nothing to be desired. One smaal remark: by all the luxury and for the price of the room, FREE coffee in the room is a must. The rooms are equipped with Nespresso machines but unfortunately you have to pay 80,00 ct/cup. It is not about the money!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Jon C wrote a review Jan 2024
4 contributions4 helpful votes
Food excellent, service attentive,. Very nice room. Wellness ok, Pillows hard. Breakfast superb. Pool small. No gym, but could use excellent gym in fussen, 5 mins drive from hotel. Would stay here again, but would prefer hotel with more extensive wellness area
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gary C wrote a review Jan 2024
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The best hotel, best staff, best food ever. You are made to feel like part of the family. The staff cannot do enough for you. The views and the countryside are spectacular. We never wanted to leave.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 17 Jan 2024
We're thrilled to hear that your 11-day stay with us felt like sheer luxury! It's heartwarming to know that our staff, cuisine, and the breathtaking views contributed to your wonderful experience. Making our guests feel like part of the family is what we aim for, and it's great to see we succeeded. We hope to welcome you back soon so you never have to feel like leaving! Warm regards, Your Family Thurm & the Rübezahl Team
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Sherry C wrote a review Nov 2023
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We had an amazing time! It started with a glass of complimentary sparkling wine by the fire when we arrived. Our room was clean and beautiful with an incredible view. We ate at the restaurant twice and everything was delicious. I loved the open access to the heated outdoor pool and spa area. All the employees were friendly and helpful. I was a little nervous because I only know some basic German but everyone we came in contact with spoke English. The menus were also in English. Love everything about this lodge and will definitely come back again.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Beginning of November was peek season for the leaf colors. It was gorgeous! And there were not a...
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 14 Nov 2023
We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time with us at Hotel Das Rübezahl! It's wonderful to know that the complimentary sparkling wine upon arrival, the cleanliness and beauty of your room, and the incredible view contributed to a memorable experience. We're also delighted that the meals in our restaurant were to your liking and that you enjoyed the heated outdoor pool and spa area. Your kind words about our friendly and helpful staff mean a lot to us. We understand the importance of feeling comfortable when traveling, so we're glad to hear that our team's English proficiency and the English menus helped make your stay more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing our hotel for your stay. We can't wait to welcome you back again for another unforgettable experience. Your Family Thurm & the Rübezahl Team
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Safari41950082472 wrote a review Nov 2023
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We visited 10 years ago with the children, who are all grown up now. The family business has grown and changed a little but retains a lot of what we love. The staff are attentive and friendly. They struggled with my celiacs disease at first but got it in the end. Initially they took the route of omission which left me hungry. They need to offer choice and point out what is available which they did when I got eventually got upset. The staff really wanted to help. However, they need to be careful not to make the person with dietary issue which is not a life style choice feel like a problem. I am normal and not the disease itself. I have normal needs and wants like anyone else on holiday. I personally hate to stand out for the wrong reasons. It can be rather embarrassing. The chef worked hard to ensure I felt special. Please offer cake to a celiac at cake time, not a dessert. Be careful to bring desserts from the fridge to temperature before serving. I think introducing a gluten free choice without making a song and dance about it would be better, it is very simple to cook and bake without wheat. There such be no waste as you can freeze portions. Lable things that people like me can eat. Cross contamination can be a problem with buffets. Some things were lost in translation as often happens, but generally this is still the BEST family run hotel in the world. It’s a very special place. It could be a little disconnected at times and information for English speakers isn’t great but we managed. There is good all round communication between shifts and teams. The rooms are super clean and well cared for. The housekeeping staff are discreet but friendly. The owner himself is very visible which I like. There really isn’t enough pool and hot tub for the amount of guests really. The hotel is growing and the rest needs to grow with it. A lovely out door winter hut with fire pit would be a lovely addition and get guests interacting. Too much emphasis on couples. My husband felt the alcohol was a tad expensive, €44 for a whisky. I think more sales would be possible with better more realistic pricing. I’d like to see a proper log fire/snug and I’m sure they notice that the front desk/bar/lounge is very disconnected and in the wrong place. It doesn’t invite people to stay a while and is more like a large long reception area. We felt the bar lacked ambience and after one evening didn’t use it again, which was a shame on a long stay. The view from our room was incredible but the odd setting in the room wasn’t working. The bed faces the view but the tv off off to the side and only one arm chair. Last time we stayed we felt the restaurant was too gourmet and they’ve fixed that issue somewhat. For us and other Brit’s I’m sure what they want is larger portions, traditional German food in bistro style. I know my husband prefers that. The food was pretty but sometimes lacking taste. However generally the food was very good. Chef made an incredible traditional German meal for my husbands birthday which really made his stay special. Thank you. We had an amazing stay, are well rested and will be back as soon as we can.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The pool can get crowded. Only one hot tub.
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 14 Nov 2023
We are truly honored to hear that you chose to return to Hotel Das Rübezahl and are delighted that you still find it to be a special place. It's wonderful to know that the atmosphere, attentive staff, and cleanliness of our rooms continue to make a positive impact on your experience. We sincerely apologize for the initial challenges you faced with our menu options due to your celiac disease. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are taking steps to improve our understanding and handling of dietary restrictions. We aim to make every guest feel included and comfortable, without feeling singled out or inconvenienced. Your suggestions will definitely be considered in our future planning. We appreciate your constructive comments on the ambiance and the general hotel infrastructure. Regarding the pricing of the whisky: We offer an extensive selection of whiskys, catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets. With prices ranging from 10 to 100 EUR per portion, our diverse whisky collection ensures that every guest can find a quality whisky that suits their preferences and price point. We're glad to hear that the chef was able to make your husband's birthday special with a traditional German meal. Thank you for your kind words about the owner's visibility and the overall communication among our staff. We're also grateful for your understanding regarding the language barriers and are continuously working to improve communication for all our guests. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we're looking forward to welcoming you back for another restful stay. Until then, we wish you all the best. Your Thurm family & the Rübezahl crew
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Geovani G wrote a review Nov 2023
Dois Irmaos, RS64 contributions45 helpful votes
It was a wonderful experience in this hotel. Hotel has a good location, near everything with a beautiful view of the castles. The drinking bar attendant was so amazing person. We did a full body massage and it was so nice. The food was very good. We strongly recommend this Hotel.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 14 Nov 2023
It's truly heartening to hear that your stay at Hotel Das Rübezahl was a wonderful experience! We're delighted that our location, offering beautiful views of the castles, added to the enjoyment of your stay. Your kind words about our bar attendant and the full body massage you received are greatly appreciated. It's also pleasing to know that our culinary offerings met your expectations. Thank you for your strong recommendation of our hotel. We strive to provide memorable experiences for our guests, and it's gratifying to know we've succeeded in your case. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay. Your Thurm family & the Rübezahl crew
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rayjay80 wrote a review Oct 2023
Youngstown, Ohio91 contributions179 helpful votes
This is definitely one of the best hotels we have ever stayed. It is the only one that included a private sauna on the balcony. A wonderful feature. Also it was the only hotel out of the seven we stayed at this vacation that had a screen door to the balcony. We could leave the large sliding glass door open all night. Listening to cow bells in the distance. The hotel includes two restaurants. Both fantastic. But the fine dining one, Gams & Gloria, is truly exceptional. More than a meal, a fine dining experience. Special thanks to the Sommelier, Caroline. She made our anniversary dinner memorable.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Get a balcony room with a Castle view with a private sauna.
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 14 Nov 2023
It's a pleasure to hear that your stay at Hotel Das Rübezahl ranks as one of your best hotel experiences! We're delighted that the unique feature of a private sauna on your balcony added a special touch to your stay. (For the review readers: Our suites RosenReich an AlmRausch has this incredible feature). It's wonderful to know that the screen door allowed you to enjoy the sounds of nature, including the distant cowbells, adding to the serene atmosphere we strive to provide. We are particularly proud of our restaurants and are thrilled that both met your expectations, with Gams & Gloria offering an exceptional fine dining experience. Your acknowledgment of Caroline, our sommelier, is greatly appreciated, and we are happy to hear that she contributed to making your anniversary dinner memorable. Thank you for choosing Hotel Das Rübezahl for your special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future. Ihre Familie Thurm & das Rübezahl-Team
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Lilian Mayer B wrote a review Oct 2023
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I found this hotel while I was looking for a place near de Fussen. We had a great time at Das Ruebezahl. We highly recommend this Hotel. The suite room with a castle view was comfortable. The staff were very friendly. The food was amazing. The dinner was wonderfull.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 20 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with us! We're over the moon to hear that you enjoyed the castle view from your suite and found our staff friendly. It's always a joy to know our guests relished our culinary offerings. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future. Warm wishes, Ihre Familie Thurm & das Rübezahl-Team
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TA766 wrote a review Oct 2023
Dallas, Texas32 contributions36 helpful votes
My wife and I along with another couple came to stay at your hotel for two nights while visiting other places. WOW! If we had known how nice Hotel Das Ruebezahl was, we would have increased our stay and cut short other places. Everything was perfect. First, the view. Spending time outside reading a book, in the pool or hot tub, having breakfast or lunch, or even talking with friends in the evening at the fire pit all the while looking at the mountains and castles is magical. Second, the saunas, steam rooms, and quiet rooms are unreal. Moving between the steam rooms, saunas, and whirlpool makes one feel like a limp noodle. After that, move over to the quiet room and take a nap on the heated waterbed. Or, go sit outside and listen to the water fall. I think my blood pressure went down because I was so relaxed. The breakfast was outstanding. Think of so many types of cheeses, meats, and bread that you will pop a gut if you tried to taste just one of everything. They even had 3 types of honey to use if you wanted. Dinner at the hotel isn't just for the guests. We noticed several non-guests, probably locals, eating at the restaurant. If was so good that you had to have reservations. All the tables were full. The staff were awesome. From the moment we checked in to when we had to leave, everyone was nice. Shout out to the bartender who made one of the prettiest Gin & Tonics I have ever soon. It honestly looked like it should have been in a photo shoot. Hotel Das Rübezahl was the finest hotel I have ever stayed at in Bavaria and probably in all of Germany.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Response from Familie Thurm, Inhaber at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Responded 20 Oct 2023
Thank you immensely for such a detailed and heartwarming review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your exceptional experience with us. It truly warms our hearts to know that the views, wellness facilities, and gastronomic offerings contributed to such a memorable stay. We always strive to offer not just a hotel stay but an unforgettable experience, and it seems we've hit the mark with you and your companions. Thank you for highlighting our diligent staff, especially our bartender. We're genuinely proud of our team, who constantly go above and beyond for our guests. It's a true testament to our dedication when our guests compare us favorably with other places they've been. We'd be absolutely delighted to welcome you back in the future. Maybe next time you'll stay a bit longer to indulge even more in what Hotel Das Rübezahl has to offer. Warmest regards, Your Family Thurm & the Rübezahl Team.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl
Which popular attractions are close to Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Nearby attractions include Kirche St. Georg (0.6 miles) and Der Kurpark in Schwangau (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Top room amenities include a minibar, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Conveniently located restaurants include Schlossbrauhaus Schwangau, Hotel Helmerhof Restaurant, and Louis II.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a sauna, and locker rooms available in the fitness centre during their stay.
Is Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 1.0 miles away from the centre of Schwangau.
Are any cleaning services offered at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Boutique Hotel Das Ruebezahl?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, German, and Portuguese.