Elefant, SchwerinElefant in Schwerin, Germany has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 16 hotels we score in Schwerin. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 2.3, Agoda 4.2.Hotel Elefant is a three-star property situated on Goethestrasse in central Schwerin. It sits a short walk from Schwerin Castle and the Marstall Peninsula. The hotel features a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine, a garden with a summer terrace, and a sauna. Guests can access a tennis court and the beach nearby. The rooms include sound-insulated walls, desks, and radios. This hotel suits families and pet owners looking for a central base. While the staff are noted for being friendly, the Wi-Fi signal can be inconsistent within some guest rooms.What stands out

Central location near the castle

On-site Mediterranean restaurant

Sauna and tennis court access

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Variable Wi-Fi in rooms

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