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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

What makes Eibtaler Hof special?

We combine the comfort of a family hotel with the authentic experience of an organic farm. Across around 15,000 m² of traffic-calmed outdoor space, the whole family can enjoy farm animals, a petting zoo, and numerous indoor and outdoor activities. We also offer childcare from babies through to teenagers, All Inclusive Premium with predominantly organic food, an indoor pool, a water adventure park, a bathing pond, a sauna and wellness services.

Who is Eibtaler Hof particularly well suited to?

We cater specifically to families with children, from babies and preschoolers to school-age children and teenagers. We offer age-appropriate activities, including baby care, a Kids’ Club, a Junior Kids’ Club and a teen program. Parents can also enjoy plenty of opportunities to relax, unwind with wellness treatments, play sports and spend quality time with the family.

How many rooms does the hotel have?

Our hotel has 44 rooms and apartments.

Bookings, Prices & Cancellations

How can I enquire about a stay?

The easiest way is to send us a no-obligation holiday enquiry via our website. An enquiry is not yet a reservation. Your booking only becomes binding once we have sent you written confirmation.

What is included in the overnight rates?

Our published overnight rates are per person, per night, based on a minimum occupancy of two full-paying guests, and include our All Inclusive Premium services. These apply year-round and are included in all packages.

Do you offer a fair price guarantee?

Yes. With our Fair Price Guarantee, you automatically receive the lowest published rate available at the time of arrival or departure—without having to compare prices yourself on an ongoing basis.

Are there rates for adults travelling alone with a child?

Yes, we offer special single-parent rates for adults travelling alone with a child. Please feel free to enquire about your preferred travel dates.

Are short stays possible?

Yes, stays of fewer than seven nights are generally possible. Depending on the length of stay and travel dates, a short-stay surcharge may apply. During peak season and holiday periods, short stays can only be booked subject to availability. However, the minimum stay is 2 nights.

Are there minimum stay requirements (e.g. during holiday periods)?

Yes, minimum stays apply during holiday periods and around certain public holidays, such as Ascension Day, 1 May or 3 October, depending on the dates. Outside holiday periods, the minimum stay is generally two nights.

Are discounts available for children? Up to what age do child rates apply?

Yes, our child rates vary by age and apply to children under 18. Please see our rooms and prices page for our current child rates.
Depending on the travel dates, additional offers for children and other price benefits may also be available.

Is a deposit required?

Yes, with our booking confirmation, you will receive a request for a deposit of 30% of the total price of your stay.

What are the cancellation terms?

Bookings can be cancelled free of charge up to 89 days before arrival, in accordance with our currently published cancellation terms. Cancellations made between 89 and 30 days before arrival incur a charge of 30% of the total price. If you cancel within 30 days of arrival, 80% of the total price may be charged. In the event of a no-show without cancellation or early departure, we charge 100% of the agreed price. Please send cancellations to us in writing; the terms in your booking confirmation and our applicable General Terms and Conditions are binding.

Do you recommend travel cancellation insurance?

Yes. We recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance to protect yourself against potentially high cancellation fees. You can also find a relevant note and link on our website.

Which payment methods are accepted?

You can pay by cash, EC/Girocard, Visa or Mastercard.

Arrival & Departure

From what time is my room available on the day of arrival?

Your booked room will be available from 4:00 p.m. on the day of arrival.

By what time do I need to check out on the day of departure?

Please vacate your room by 10:00 a.m. at the latest on the day of departure and return your key at our reception.

Can I arrive earlier or depart later?

Yes, we offer various packages for early arrival and late departure, which include different services and arrival and departure times. For current prices for our packages, please visit the Benefits & Useful Information page.

All packages are subject to availability.

Are any services still included on the day of departure?

Yes, lunch and hotel services are included in your stay until 1:00 p.m. on the day of departure.

How far is the Eibtaler Hof from the motorway?

Our hotel is surrounded by greenery and is only about 2 km, or around five minutes, from the Hormersdorf exit on the A9.

Is parking available?

Yes, each family has a free parking space at our hotel.

Is it possible to travel here by public transport?

Yes, the nearest train station is Simmelsdorf-Hüttenbach. By prior arrangement, we can pick you up there on arrival and drop you off on departure. Please arrange the shuttle with us in good time.

Is there a shuttle service from the train station or airport?

Yes, by prior arrangement, we offer a shuttle to and from Simmelsdorf-Hüttenbach train station for arrivals and departures. For other transfers, such as from the airport, please contact us to discuss your individual requirements.

Are electric vehicle charging stations available?

Yes, we currently have one charging station for electric cars available. Please ask at reception for details on how to use it.

All-Inclusive, Food & Drinks

What does All-Inclusive Premium include?

Our All-Inclusive Premium offer includes organic breakfast, a lunchtime snack, cake, an evening buffet, fresh fruit and ice cream throughout the day, as well as coffee, tea and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We offer around 90% of our food and drinks in carefully selected organic quality. Drinks from our beverage station are included until 10:00 p.m.

What are the meal times?

We serve breakfast from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., a lunchtime snack from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., coffee and cake from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., and the evening buffet from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Our coffee and tea bar is available from 7:00 a.m.

Is an early-bird breakfast available?

Yes. An early-bird breakfast is available from 7:00 a.m.; our regular breakfast buffet starts at 8:00 a.m.

Can I take a packed lunch on an excursion?

Yes, you can put together your own packed lunch at breakfast in the morning before your excursion.

Are gluten-free or low-allergen dishes available?

Yes, we are happy to prepare gluten-free and low-allergen dishes for you. Please let us know your requirements when booking, if possible, so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Can vegetarian or vegan dishes be provided?

Yes, our buffet includes at least one vegetarian dish every day and, on some days, a vegan dish as well. There is a salad buffet at lunch and dinner, and fruit is available throughout the day.

Is there special food for babies and children?

Yes, our organic baby buffet, with infant formula, purées and a variety of fruit, vegetable and meal jars, is available throughout the day. We also offer dishes specially prepared for children or suitable for the whole family.

Are high chairs and bibs available?

Yes, high chairs and booster seats are available in the restaurant. We also offer a bib service and a baby bouncer.

Rooms, Amenities & Services

What types of rooms are available, and how large are they?

We offer a range of family rooms, family apartments and family chalets—from compact one-room family rooms to spacious five-room family apartments. Depending on the category, our accommodations offer approximately 18 to 85 m² of space and are designed for families of different sizes.

What basic amenities are included in the family rooms and apartments?

Basic amenities include a bathroom with shower and toilet, a hairdryer, TV, Wi-Fi, baby amenities, a baby monitor, a changing table and a kettle. Depending on the category, additional features such as a balcony, refrigerator, microwave, kitchen or sauna may also be included.

Is there a minibar?

There is no traditional minibar in our rooms. However, a refrigerator is available in some room categories.

Is there a coffee machine and kettle in the room?

A kettle is included in the room amenities. A coffee machine is not part of the standard amenities. Our organic coffee and tea bar is available at the hotel from 7:00 a.m.

What baby and child amenities are available in the room?

For our youngest guests, we provide items including a cot with a waterproof mattress protector, a high chair or booster seat, changing supplies, a diaper pail, a kettle, a toilet seat insert and a step stool. You can also borrow bottle warmers, baby monitors, steam sterilizers, baby baths, potties, strollers, buggies and child-carrier backpacks from us.

Can we book a family room with separate sleeping areas?

Yes, we offer numerous two-, three-, four- and five-room family apartments and chalets with separate areas for parents and children. Depending on the category, separate children's rooms, bedrooms and living areas are available.

Are there rooms with a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, in selected categories. Some apartments have a kitchenette or a fully equipped kitchen. Many other categories offer at least a refrigerator and/or microwave. The amenities included depend on the room category you book.

Are the rooms air-conditioned?

Not all rooms are air-conditioned. Air conditioning is available in selected categories, including several Swiss stone pine chalets. If air conditioning is important to you, please mention this when making your inquiry.

Are there allergy-friendly rooms or rooms without carpet?

Our carpets and bedding are allergy-friendly. If you need a room without carpet or any special amenities, please contact us before booking so we can check which category would be suitable for you.

What bedding and blankets are available for guests with allergies?

If you have any special requirements regarding bedding or blankets, please let us know before you arrive. We will be happy to check what we can offer for your stay.

Can the rooms be completely darkened?

This depends on the room category. Several of our newer rooms and apartments, particularly those by the swimming pond, have blackout blinds in every room. If complete darkness is important to you, we will do our best to take this into account when you make your inquiry.

Can I request a specific apartment?

Yes, absolutely. We will do our best to accommodate your request at no extra charge. However, we cannot guarantee a specific room or apartment.

Is free internet available?

Yes, Wi-Fi and internet access are available free of charge.

How often are the rooms cleaned?

Room cleaning is included six times a week.

Can I do laundry at the hotel?

Yes, a washing machine and tumble dryer are available for a fee in our guest laundry room.

What happens to lost property?

If you realize after your departure that you have left something behind, please contact us. We can send any items we find to you for a packaging and shipping fee of €10. As a small thank-you, we will give you a €10 voucher for your next stay.

Babies, Children & Childcare

Is childcare available for babies?

Yes, our childcare for babies and toddlers is available Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. We have a bright room dedicated to childcare as well as a separate play area for crawling babies.

Is childcare included in the price?

Yes, our regular childcare for babies and toddlers, as well as childcare and activities at the Kids' Club, are included in our services. Subject to availability, you can request a babysitter outside regular childcare hours for an additional fee.

What is the minimum age for the Kids' Club?

Our Kids' Club is for children aged 3 and up. We offer at least 38 hours of childcare and activities per week, with morning, afternoon and evening programs.

Are there activities for older children and teenagers?

Yes, our Junior Kids' Club is for children aged 7 and up. During the holidays, we offer a varied activity program especially for teenagers aged 11 and up.

Can siblings be looked after together?

This depends on the children's ages and the program for the day. Please feel free to speak to our childcare team during your stay—we will do our best to accommodate siblings' schedules where possible.

What activities are available for children?

Our activities range from arts and crafts, kids' cooking and baking to farm safaris, a petting zoo and feeding the animals, as well as a play barn, adventure playground, Dino car track, climbing hall and selected evening programs.

Can children help with the stable chores?

Yes, from 8:00 am, children can help with our daily stable chores and animal care, for example by looking after the animals or collecting eggs.

Are swimming lessons available for children?

Yes, we offer swimming lessons for beginners aged 5 and up throughout the year. More confident young swimmers can also earn their “Seahorse” swimming badge with us.

Farm, Animals & Horse Riding

What animals are there on the farm?

Our petting zoo is home to 12 different animal species, including goats, pigs, chickens, Indian runner ducks and Cameroon sheep, as well as hares, dwarf rabbits and cats.

Can you go horse riding at Eibtaler Hof?

Yes, our riding activities include pony hikes, lunge lessons for beginners, trail rides and pony-drawn carriage rides. We usually offer our guided pony and donkey hikes twice a week.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, dogs and other pets are welcome on request in selected suites. We charge €20 per pet per day, excluding food. As pets are not permitted in all room categories, please mention your four-legged friend when booking.

Holidays & Leisure Activities

Is there a guest card or are there discounts on mountain lifts and admission?

No, we do not currently offer our own guest card.

What is there to do in winter?

In winter, you and your family can enjoy cross-country skiing on groomed trails—some of which start right by the hotel—as well as winter hiking, tobogganing, archery, tractor rides and horse riding. Even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to do indoors, including a climbing wall, indoor riding arena, play barn, indoor pool, sauna and wellness facilities.

What can we do when the weather is bad?

There is no chance of getting bored here, even when it rains. Options include our indoor play barn with woodworking workshop, climbing wall, ball pit, bouncy castle, table tennis, air hockey, billiards, table football, indoor pool and water adventure park, as well as a selection of board and party games.

How far away is the nearest ski area?

The Spies ski lift is only about 300 m away. You will find more family-friendly skiing options at the Hohenstein ski lift and in Osternhohe; the ski run in Osternhohe is about 5 km away.

Can I rent cross-country skis?

Yes, you can rent cross-country skis from us for a fee.

Is there a free ski bus?

No, we do not currently offer our own free ski bus.

Swimming, Sauna & Wellness

What swimming facilities are available?

We have an indoor pool with a separate baby and toddler pool, a bathing pond with a sunbathing lawn, and our water adventure park with a tube slide, Trioslide and spray park.

What facilities does the baby pool have?

Our baby pool is 30 cm deep and a comfortable 33 °C.

Are the swimming pool and sauna included?

Yes, use of the swimming pool and sauna is free for our hotel guests.

What wellness services are available?

Our wellness area includes an indoor family sauna, a wood-fired sauna by the organic bathing pond, and a range of massages and beauty treatments. You are welcome to book treatment appointments when you reserve your room or later during your stay.

Accessibility, House Rules & Safety

Is the hotel stroller-friendly?

Yes, our property is designed for families with babies and toddlers. You can borrow strollers and pushchairs from us, and there is also an elevator in the lobby building. If you have specific requirements for paths or rooms when using your stroller, please contact us in advance.

Is the hotel accessible or wheelchair-friendly?

Accessibility varies depending on the room and area of the building. Please let us know your specific requirements before booking. We’ll be happy to check which accommodation and areas are suitable for you.

Are there quiet hours or a nighttime quiet period?

Yes, we ask our guests to observe quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Our rooftop terrace is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Are there designated smoking areas?

All indoor areas are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted on the balcony; please keep the doors and windows to your room closed and maintain sufficient distance from other rooms and guests.

Are there any special safety measures for children?

Yes, all power outlets are fitted with child safety covers. If you need any additional safety devices or equipment, please contact us before your arrival.

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Family Escherich & Team
Spies 8
91282 Spies/Betzenstein
Germany

+49 9244 363
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