Hotel Blaue Gams ***S - Ettal

3-star-Superior mountain hotel with panoramic views of Ettal Abbey and the Ammergau Alps

Location & Scenery

Hotel Blaue Gams sits on a hillside above Ettal, offering direct views of Ettal Abbey and the Ammergau Alps from most rooms. The property is a short walk from the medieval Ettal Abbey and close to King Ludwig's Linderhof Palace and the Zugspitze. Guests can access hiking trails in the Graswang Valley and the Murnauer Moos nature reserve directly from the hotel.

Rooms & Accommodations

Blaue Gams offers traditionally furnished rooms with Bavarian interiors, flat-screen TVs, and en suite bathrooms. Many rooms include a balcony with seating area, and family rooms provide two separate rooms with a large covered balcony overlooking the monastery. The recently renovated building features modern wooden decor, espresso machines, and fully stocked minibars.

Dining & Culinary

The hotel's rustic-style restaurant serves seasonal specialties and international dishes prepared with regional ingredients, offered on a sunny terrace during warmer months. A complimentary gourmet breakfast buffet includes fresh local products, and the restaurant hosts a Friday grill evening with meats, side dishes, salads, and desserts. Guests also find a coffee house on site and can order special diet menus or packed lunches.

Wellness & Outdoor Activities

A new spa area includes a sauna overlooking the mountains, a steam room, and relaxation rooms with panoramic valley views, open twice daily at no extra cost. Guests can book massage treatments and use the outdoor lounging areas after hiking, cycling, or skiing; ski storage and ski school are available on site. Bike tours, walking tours, and classes about local culture are offered, and the hotel provides public transport tickets.

Pet-Friendly & Family Stays

Hotel Blaue Gams welcomes dogs for a small nightly fee and provides dog beds, towels, and water bowls in the room. Families find a small playground, board games, and kids' meals on the restaurant menu. The property also offers electric vehicle charging stations and free private parking, though the access road is narrow and steep.

• Location: Hillside above Ettal Abbey with direct mountain views
• Rooms: Traditional Bavarian rooms, many with balcony and panoramic views
• Dining: Restaurant with regional ingredients, grill evenings, and gourmet breakfast buffet
• Wellness: New spa area with mountain-view sauna, steam room, and relaxation rooms
• Activities: Hiking, cycling, skiing, bike tours, and ski storage on site
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with dog beds, towels, and water bowls for a small fee
• Family: Playground, board games, kids' meals, and family rooms available