Weimar, GermanyAltstadt
Hotel Elephant Weimar, Autograph Collection
Storied literary salon
Altstadt Weimar, Germany
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design SocialOutside the door
The house
MarriottStoried literary salon
The hotel remains an active literary salon, drawing locals and travelers together for readings beneath the central hall's glass roof.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A historic 1696 tavern site rebuilt in 1938, immortalized in Thomas Mann's writing.
Notable
The glass-roofed Lichtsaal brings locals together for live concerts and literary readings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Set directly on Weimar’s historic market square, Hotel Elephant Weimar isn’t just a hotel, but a cultural destination as well.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Weimar's historic market square sits right outside, and the Duchess Anna Amalia Library is a five-minute stroll away.
The rooms
Modular Bauhaus-style seating and custom steamer trunks furnish the rooms, set against walls of deep slate blue and emerald.
The saunas
The Finnish sauna operates at 80 degrees Celsius, and a bio sauna operates at 60 degrees Celsius.
Restaurant AnnA
The kitchen prepares regional Thuringian dishes, and the dining room opens onto an inner courtyard terrace.
At the table
Elephant Bar serves draught Elephanten-Bier and regional wines. A retail counter sells local bottles to take home.
How it began
The site began as a tavern in 1696, later hosting Goethe's eightieth birthday party and inspiring a Thomas Mann novel.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.