Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Waxenstein

Höhenrainweg 3, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, 82491, Germany Fodor's Choice

A bit outside of town, in the village of Grainau at the base of the Zugspitze cable car, is the delightful Waxenstein, with its unique take on Bavarian rustic. The restaurant provides a breathtaking view of the mountains while serving excellent dishes such as gnocchi in ginger-pumpkin sauce, or veal filet with foie gras.

PROS

  • close to Zugspitze cable car
  • beautiful mountain views from north-facing rooms
  • excellent in-house restaurant

CONS

  • carpeting in rooms
  • many bathrooms small and in need of renovations
  • only accessible by car

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
Family
$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 08821-9840
Website: waxenstein.de

HOTEL DETAILS

41 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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