Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain | 4-Sterne Superior Wellnesshotel im Bayerischen Wald

9.4
Exceptional
(777 reviews)

Auf d. Rast 7, 93479 Grafenwiesen, Germany

+49 9941 4004530

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Hotel Description

Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain

Nestled in the picturesque Bavarian Forest, Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain | 4-Sterne Superior Wellnesshotel im Bayerischen Wald offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. Located at Auf d. Rast 7, 93479 Grafenwiesen, Germany, this upscale spa resort is perfectly positioned for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. The hotel is just 11.1 km from the Hoher Bogen mountain range, renowned for its stunning views and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing. Additionally, the Bayerwald-Handwerksmuseum, a whiskey distillery, and a craft museum, are located only 12.3 km away, providing guests with a unique cultural experience during their stay.
The hotel’s design exudes warmth and comfort, featuring bright, elegantly decorated rooms that offer a serene ambiance. Each room is equipped with a private balcony or terrace, providing guests with picturesque views of the surrounding natural beauty. The spacious en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs contribute to an overall sense of comfort and convenience. Guests seeking more room to stretch out can enjoy upgraded rooms that include separate living areas.
Guests are treated to a delightful breakfast buffet each morning, included in the cost of their stay, and ample parking is provided free of charge. Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain boasts a variety of excellent facilities, ensuring a stay that is both relaxing and invigorating. The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional regional cuisine, where guests can savor local Bavarian flavors in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. For those seeking total relaxation, the Asian-inspired spa offers a range of wellness treatments, including 8 saunas, steam baths, and a landscaped grotto. A heated rooftop pool and fully equipped fitness room provide additional options for guests to unwind or maintain their fitness routines.
Transportation is easily accessible with a variety of public transport options nearby. The nearest train station is only a 14-minute walk from the hotel, making it easy to explore the surrounding area or travel to larger cities. Munich International Airport is about a 2-hour drive away, while nearby destinations such as Bad Kötzting and Zellertal can be reached by taxi in under 15 minutes.
In addition to its luxurious amenities, Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain places a strong emphasis on guest health and safety. The hotel has implemented various measures to ensure the well-being of its visitors, including enhanced cleaning protocols, sanitation stations, and contactless check-in options. The combination of a relaxing environment and a strong commitment to safety makes this hotel an ideal choice for travelers looking to unwind in peace of mind.
There’s no shortage of things to do near the hotel, with outdoor enthusiasts able to explore the Hoher Bogen mountain range, which is only a 17-minute drive away, or Kaitersberg, a stunning, craggy mountain perfect for hiking and climbing. History and culture lovers can visit the nearby Kreuzfelsen and Räuber-Heigl-Höhle caves. For a more relaxed day out, guests can head to Blaibacher See, just 16 minutes away.
For dining options, guests are spoiled for choice. Within a short drive, there are several highly-rated restaurants, such as freys Restaurant Bad Kötzting, a mere 10-minute taxi ride away, or Café-Grill-Restaurant Zur Ziegelhütt’n, just 7 minutes by taxi. The local Gasthaus Zur Klause, located 12 minutes away, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying hearty Bavarian fare.
With so much to offer, Spirit & SPA Birkenhof am Elfenhain is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience that combines the beauty of nature, luxurious wellness facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests are warmly invited to experience all that this wonderful hotel has to offer, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. One of the few hotels in the area with air conditioning

2. 11 min drive to Seepark Arrach

3. 14 min walk to nearest train station

4. Guests praised the service

5. Guests liked the breakfast buffet

6. Guests praised the nightlife

7. Guests praised the spa

8. Pet-friendly

9. Free Wi-Fi throughout the property

10. Outdoor and indoor pool options

11. Heated rooftop pool

12. Well-equipped fitness center with elliptical machines and weights

13. Full-service laundry and housekeeping available

14. Restaurant serving traditional Bavarian cuisine

15. Asian-style wellness spa with 8 saunas

16. Credit card and debit card payment options


7.2 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Hoher Bogen
17 min
Kaitersberg
13 min
Kreuzfelsen
24 min
Räuber-Heigl-Höhle
18 min
Blaibacher See
16 min

Nearest locations

Cafe-Grill-Restaurant Zur Ziegelhütt'n
7 min
Route 2140
7 min
Goggolori
8 min
Gutshof-Restaurant Schmidt
8 min
Brauerei Gasthof "Zur Post"
9 min
Lindner Bräu
9 min
freys Restaurant Bad Kötzting
10 min
Die - Tomate - und mehr ...
10 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating7.2
Nearest airportMunich International Airport
Travel time to airport2 hr 3 min

Location

Auf d. Rast 7, 93479 Grafenwiesen, Germany

Airports:

Munich International Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 3 min

Transit: 3 hr 40 min

Transit:

Schule, Grafenwiesen

Walking: 7 min

Zellertal

Taxi: 7 min

Walking: 58 min

Watzlsteg

Taxi: 4 min

Walking: 23 min

Grafenwiesen

Walking: 14 min

Bad Kötzting

Taxi: 11 min

Walking: 1 hr 10 min


Nearby locations

7.2

Very Good Location

This upscale spa resort in the Bavarian Forest is 11.1 km from Hoher Bogen mountain range and 12.3 km from Bayerwald-Handwerksmuseum, a whiskey distillery and craft museum.

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Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Parking & transportation

Parking

Services

Front desk

Full-service laundry

Housekeeping

Policies & payments

Credit cards

Debit cards

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Room service

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Wellness

Fitness center

Elliptical machine

Treadmill

Weight machines

Free weights

Massage

Sauna

Spa

Hair salon

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

Indoor pool

Outdoor pool

Hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning

Minibar


Reviews

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9.5

267 reviews

Wonderful
224
Excellent
25
Good
11
Below Average
3
Not Good
4
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Erhard Greiner

5/5
A wellness temple to feel good all around.Many saunas, 1 outdoor pool on the roof and one indoor. Lots of relaxation rooms with various comfortable loungers.Everything is spread over several floors.Infusions in the afternoon in various saunas.Rooms very well equipped.Breakfast varied if you can't find anything...Dinner with salad, soup, 4 meals to choose from and dessert in top quality.Every time an experience 👍 for us

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Christine Bäuerle

5/5
Very nice wellness and spa. Very friendly staff, good and plentiful food. Very nice relaxation rooms, the roof pool is something special. The cocktails in the bar are super tasty and also ok in terms of price. We'll be back.

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P

3/5
As a day wellness guest, you are unfortunately greeted with a very old “changing room” in which you feel more like you are in an old indoor swimming pool. It doesn't seem very inviting. The hotel and the wellness area are huge and everything is very winding with lots of stairs and steps. It's very easy to get lost, it takes forever to get from A to B and it's actually not suitable for older people because of the many and narrow stairs. Unfortunately, the price-performance ratio wasn't great at dinner, as it was very carelessly prepared and wasn't completely convincing in terms of taste. But I would like to highlight the massage and the masseuse as positive. The massage was great and the lady was very friendly. We will still not visit the hotel again due to the negative points.

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Stefan Runstuk

5/5
We are regular guests at the Hotel Birkenhof and can only recommend it. The hotel is run by the Gmach family. The Gmach couple are on site and take care of the guests. The hotel consists of different parts. The slightly older part is the elven kingdom, the newer part is Neptune's kingdom. We usually spend the night in Neptune's realm, which is highly recommended. The rooms are very, very nice. You just feel comfortable and at home. The cuisine is excellent. There is something for everyone in the main course. From the excellent meat dish to the fish dish and a Bavarian delicacy (highly recommended) to the vegetarian dish from the Vital kitchen. The breakfast buffet leaves nothing to be desired. The service throughout the hotel, be it the restaurant, rooms or reception, can only be praised. A nice and entertaining highlight is the hit evening with Mr. Gmach on Tuesday. By the way, culture fans should definitely attend a concert in the Blaibach Concert Hall. Here absolutely extraordinary modern architecture meets concerts with young but extremely talented musicians. Now I almost forgot another highlight: the heated rooftop pool with a beautiful view of the Bavarian Forest. The only thing that can be criticized is the access to the roof pool. Here you have to go through the cold for at least a short time. By the way, a trip to the Kaitersberg is worthwhile for hikers. This is pure Bavarian Forest, enchanted and mystical. In keeping with the hotel's motto: magical, mystical, human.What am I actually talking about? Check it out. You'll see for yourself that everything fits here.

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Richard S

5/5
Report about the Wellness Hotel Birkenhof am Elfenhain||The Wellness Hotel Birkenhof am Elfenhain is a family-run hotel that is characterized by a very warm and hospitable atmosphere. …

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Richard Schrepfer

5/5
Report about the Wellness Hotel Birkenhof am ElfenhainThe Wellness Hotel Birkenhof am Elfenhain is a family-run hotel that is characterized by a very warm and hospitable atmosphere. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, you will feel well looked after as a guest. Particularly noteworthy is the attention with which the hotel team takes care of the well-being of the guests. The staff are extremely friendly and strive to give every stay a personal touch.Wellness area:A real highlight of the Birkenhof is the fantastic Sky Pool, which not only impresses with its location on the roof, but also with the fantastic view of the surrounding landscape. There are numerous saunas that invite you to relax, from classic Finnish saunas to modern steam baths. The many relaxation rooms are also ideal for switching off and enjoying the peace and quiet. The wellness area is spacious and offers both those seeking relaxation and sauna lovers everything their hearts desire.Location:The hotel is in a unique, quiet location and offers beautiful views of nature. The idyllic surroundings make the hotel perfect for guests who are looking for a break from everyday life and want to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.Culinary:The hotel's restaurant offers a decent selection of dishes, but there is still room for improvement. Although the food is tasty overall, the cuisine could be a little more creative and varied in some areas.Conclusion:The wellness hotel Birkenhof am Elfenhain impresses above all with its warm atmosphere, the peace and the excellent wellness facilities. If you're looking for a relaxing break in beautiful surroundings, this is the right place for you. However, the restaurant can still improve a little to round off the overall experience perfectly.

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Richard Luxner

5/5
The Birkenhof is very close to nature and has a very nice wellness area with great saunas

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Brian C

5/5
Really nice hotel, perfect for a few relaxing days at the spa. The room was super modern and spacious. The beds were also super comfortable and we didn't even hear any noises from the hallway or neighbors.The wellness area has a lot to offer with plenty of relaxation areas and saunas. Sometimes things are a bit far apart. But that doesn't bother you much.The food was outstanding and varied at any time of the day. The staff was very nice and always friendly. There is also a bar where you can enjoy a delicious cocktail in the evening. I can definitely recommend the hotel! :)

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Sonja Garcia

5/5
I'm here for the 4th time. For me there is no more pleasant environment to relax in

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Jacky

5/5
A wonderful wellness holiday. Our room was very nicely furnished. The wellness area offers an indoor pool, whirlpool, outdoor pool, steam baths, some saunas and many relaxation rooms. The service was always friendly and the food was extremely tasty. In the morning there is a large buffet with everything your heart desires. You can also order scrambled eggs or game eggs here. In the afternoon there is soup, a warm dish, salads and cakes. One evening there was a 7-course menu and the other evening there was a very extensive buffet. Everything was consistently great. The boss visits her guests every day at breakfast and makes small talk with each table.