HOTEL ELEFANT, Salzburg

Hotel Elefant - A 13th-century landmark in Salzburg's historic pedestrian zone with regional dining and Mozart landmarks nearby

Located in a fully renovated 13th-century building, this 4-star Salzburg hotel sits in the heart of the pedestrian-only Altstadt district along Sigmund-Haffner-Gasse. The individually decorated rooms feature private bathrooms with bath or shower, cable TV, radio, and minibars, while larger units include separate seating areas. Hotel Elefant's restaurant serves Austrian cuisine, complemented by a breakfast buffet offering regional and international selections. Free WiFi covers the entire non-smoking property. Standard rooms measure 161.5 ft^2, Superior rooms span 215.5 ft^2, and Executive rooms provide 269 ft^2 with anterooms. The family suites extend to 522 ft^2 and accommodate up to six guests. Mozart's birthplace and the Festival Hall stand within steps of the Elefant, while Mirabell Castle and Hohensalzburg Fortress are 656.2 ft away. The property sits just off Getreidegasse, the narrow shopping street known for folk costumes and antiques.

Pros

Five generations of family ownership maintain traditional Austrian hospitality

Special access code system allows vehicle access despite pedestrian-zone location

Dogs welcome throughout the property including restaurant (except during breakfast)

Flexible room configurations with pull-out couches for families

Cons

Located in traffic-restricted zone requiring special access codes for vehicles

6 miles from W.A. Mozart Airport