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Large historic hotel building with well-maintained garden and lawns in the foreground.
Courtyard of a modern hotel with a fountain and balcony rooms on both sides.
Landscape with a river, forest, modern building, and parking lots in a green environment.
Terrace with white umbrellas next to a river and wooded hills in the background.
Modern hotel reception with wood paneling, lighting, and flower arrangements.
Modern hotel lounge area with large fireplace and comfortable sofas.
Modern hotel lounge area with colorful armchairs and large windows.
Cozy lounge with bookshelves, TV, and green armchairs for relaxation.
Indoor pool with wooden ceiling and large windows overlooking the city at night.
An illuminated indoor pool with colorful lights and a person at the entrance.
Brightly lit sauna with wooden benches and a stove, view of outdoor area
Modern indoor pool with loungers and plants in a hotel.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and desk on wooden floor.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirror, and shower in neutral colors.
Bright hotel room with two beds, red accents, and city view featuring clock tower.
Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, decorative pillows, and window with curtains.
Modern bedroom with double bed, decorative pillows, and red accents next to large windows.
Modern hotel room with two armchairs, desk, and double bed in neutral colors.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, armchair, and balcony with table and chairs.
Deutschland ∙ Sachsen ∙ Bad Schandau

Hotel Elbresidenz an der Therme Bad Schandau *****
Tour operator category

DRSA15
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
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Location

Restored according to historical plans, the Elbresidenz, known as the Pearl of Saxon Switzerland, is located directly on the Elbe river, surrounded by the beautiful and unique Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The market square of Bad Schandau is within walking distance. Directly at the hotel, there is a landing stage for the "Saxon Steamship Company," an ideal starting point for a romantic boat trip on the Elbe. Nearby, you'll find other attractions such as the Botanical Garden and the Saxon Switzerland National Park Centre. For those who wish to explore the area by bicycle, the Elbe Cycle Route is available, which runs directly past the hotel. The train station is approximately 1.8 km away, and the nearest airport is in Dresden (approx. 60 km away).

Facilities

The Hotel Elbresidenz an der Therme Bad Schandau offers a total of 207 rooms and suites spread across 4 floors. It provides guests with a reception, lobby with the "Rio Xingù" bar, elevators, a beautiful garden area with a green courtyard and sun terraces, the Aurorabad (indoor pool) with loungers, saunas, and a sun deck, as well as the restaurants "Elbterrasse" and the "Prag", "Meißen", and "Dresden" lounges. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel.

Accommodation

Double Room Superior

The bright and stylishly furnished Double Rooms Superior (DSU, 26-30 sqm) with high-quality oak parquet flooring ensure a pleasant feel-good atmosphere and offer a bathroom with a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, rental bathrobe, and slippers for your stay, flat-screen TV, telephone, safe, minibar (1 bottle of mineral water free), free Wi-Fi, and a charming view of the inner courtyard or the historic market square.
Also available on the Elbe side (DAS) as an option.
Also available for single occupancy with a view of the inner courtyard or the market side (DSE) or the Elbe side (DAE) as an option.
Notes: Children sleep in their parents' bed. An extra bed (baby cot) is available for an additional charge of €20, payable once upon advance booking.

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and desk on wooden floor.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirror, and shower in neutral colors.
Bright hotel room with two beds, red accents, and city view featuring clock tower.
Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, decorative pillows, and window with curtains.
Modern bedroom with double bed, decorative pillows, and red accents next to large windows.
Modern hotel room with two armchairs, desk, and double bed in neutral colors.

Double Room Deluxe

The Double Rooms Deluxe (DD2, approx. 26-30 sqm) are slightly larger than the Double Rooms Superior, with otherwise identical amenities, and additionally feature a desk with writing materials and a balcony with seating.
Also available on the Elbe side as type A (DDA) as an option.
Also available for single occupancy with a view of the inner courtyard or the market side (DD1) or the Elbe side (DEA) as an option.
Notes: Children sleep in their parents' bed. An extra bed (baby cot) is available for an additional charge of €20, payable once upon advance booking.

Deluxe Junior Suite

The bright and modern Deluxe Junior Suites (J2D, approx. 39 sqm) are equipped with a sleeping area and a separate living room with seating and a desk with writing materials. The suites feature an open-plan bathroom with a whirlpool tub and shower/WC, 2 flat-screen TVs, telephone, Wi-Fi, safe, a minibar, and a balcony with a view of the Elbe.

Cozy hotel room with double bed, armchair, and balcony with table and chairs.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet.

Half Board

When booking half board: additionally, a 3-course dinner or buffet chosen by the chef at the Elbterrasse restaurant.
* New Winter: Booked half board is valid for adults and children aged 4 and above. Children up to 3.99 years old order and pay on-site according to the children's menu.
* New Year's Eve
Includes "Dreamlike New Year's Eve in the Elbresidenz" from December 30th to 31st:
- Festive New Year's Eve buffet on December 31st
- Apéritif on New Year's Eve with musical entertainment, midnight champagne, and snacks
- New Year's brunch and late check-out on New Year's Day
- Timeless relaxation in the hotel's own Aurorabad, bathrobe and slippers provided in the room.
* Christmas
Includes Magical Christmas from December 23rd to 25th:
- Musical coffee break on Christmas Eve
- Christmas Eve buffet, guided Christmas walk with mulled wine, and
- Festive 4-course menu on Christmas Day
- Timeless relaxation in the hotel's own Aurorabad, bathrobe and slippers provided in the room.

Special

Easter Event
Includes Easter Special: - Easter buffet on Easter Sunday evening and Easter surprise in the room
New Year's Eve (December 31st, 2024) including evening event.

Sports included

Fitness room, bicycle storage.

Children's program

Baby cot available for an additional charge of approx. €20, payable once upon advance booking. High chair available free of charge.

Wellness

Indoor pool with wooden ceiling and large windows overlooking the city at night.
An illuminated indoor pool with colorful lights and a person at the entrance.
Brightly lit sauna with wooden benches and a stove, view of outdoor area
Modern indoor pool with loungers and plants in a hotel.
Included:
At Hotel Elbresidenz: Aurorabad (15m x 5m) with a relaxation area, sauna complex with Finnish sauna (80°C), herbal bath (60°C), steam bath (40°C), experience showers, and sun deck.
Elbresidenz Bonus: At Toskana Therme: The harmonious synergy with the nearby Toskana Therme Bad Schandau complements the relaxation offerings at the highest level. Enjoy a unique bathing experience. In the Liquid Sound Temple, body and soul float in the comfortably warm water, carried by sound, color, and light.
The thermal baths are available to guests from 3 PM on arrival day, all day on subsequent days, and not on the departure day.
Rental bath towels available.
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For a fee:
In the "Elbresidenz" wellness park, covering 1600 sqm, you will find a variety of wellness and beauty treatments designed for sustainable regeneration, thus providing new energy and joy for life. The wellness park at Toskana Therme offers not only feel-good treatments but also the possibility of medical spa treatments.

Hotel service

Event and conference rooms
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Laundry service (for a fee)
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Concierge service and valet parking

Credit card

VISA, MasterCard, American Express, EC Card/Maestro.

Hotel features

  • Indoor pool
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hotel safe
  • Extended hygiene concept

Hotelhinweis

Check-in: from 3 PM
Check-out: until 11 AM
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Note:
On the opposite side of the Elbe, there is a freight railway line which can cause some noise at times.
Not all areas of the hotel may be accessible to guests with disabilities.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Underground parking approx. €18 per car/day (upon advance booking, payable on-site).
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Tourist tax from 16 years approx. €3 per person/night (payable on-site).
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Zusatzhinweis

Hotel Elbresidenz an der Therme Bad Schandau
Markt 1-11
01814 Bad Schandau

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 19.05.2026 11:30