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Hotel garni Sterff in Seeshaupt on Lake Starnberg
Your family-run hotel on the southern shore of Lake Starnberg - a place to stay and feel good.
Welcome to Hotel garni Sterff - your accommodation in Seeshaupt on Lake Starnberg. In our hotel you can expect familiar hospitality and an atmosphere in which it is easy to arrive.
As an owner-managed hotel, we attach great importance to cordial, attentive treatment of our guests and our team.
Whether it's a vacation in the Fünfseenland region near the Upper Bavarian mountains, a business trip or a short break in between - we want you to feel at home from the very first moment.
Check in and enjoy your stay!
Yours, Elisabeth Sterff
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To the online bookingOur rooms, apartments & studios
A homely ambience, warm wooden elements and contemporary furnishings characterize the rooms of our hotel on Lake Starnberg. Whether single or double room, vacation apartment or studio - here you will find the accommodation that suits your stay in Seeshaupt.
What makes it special: With us, you combine the independence of a vacation apartment with the comfort of a hotel - from the breakfast buffet to the sauna. Enjoy flexibility and our service according to your personal needs.
Our breakfast at Hotel garni Sterff
Start your morning in a relaxed atmosphere with our sumptuous breakfast buffet. Regional and carefully selected products await you. Among other things, you can look forward to:
- Homemade jams
- a selection of sausage and cheese specialties
- Fresh rolls and bread (also gluten-free on request)
- fair trade coffee
- open teas
- Egg dishes as desired
- fresh fruit
Revitalized
water from Grander ® flows in our house
By the way: Breakfast is included for guests in our rooms. Guests staying in the apartments or studios can book it flexibly.
About us

Our family has been rooted in Seeshaupt since 1868 , since 1893 on today's Penzberger Straße. What began as an agricultural business trading in wood, coal and later heating oil has been our hotel garni on Lake Starnberg since 1991. Today, I am the second generation to run the hotel - with the joy of meeting people and the desire to make you feel at home.

We are a house of a manageable size, where people know each other, talk to each other and where a warm word is just as much a part of it as a good dose of humor. I am supported by a dedicated team that is attentive, thinks along with me and puts its heart into its work.
History
In 1990, my parents Elisabeth and Leonhard Sterff plucked up the courage to start again. Within a year, the farm became our hotel garni in Seeshaupt. A big step for my parents - and the start of a new task for me. A lot has happened since we opened in 1991: We have rebuilt, renovated, expanded and constantly developed. I now run the hotel in the spirit of my parents - with respect for what has grown and the desire to preserve what has stood the test of time while at the same time creating something new.
Location & Region
Our hotel in Seeshaupt is located on the picturesque southern shore of Lake Starnberg - nestled in the Fünfseenland, the Osterseen and the Pfaffenwinkel.
Well connected - whether privately or on business
- own highway exit on the A95 Munich-Garmisch Partenkirchen
- approx. 40 minutes by car from Munich
- approx. 15 minutes by car to Penzberg and Weilheim
- located on the Munich-Kochel railroad line
- Seeshaupt train station about one kilometer away
- Parking directly at the hotel
- Public e-charging station in our parking lot
Sauna and relaxation area
Enjoy the warmth in our Finnish solid wood sauna - a pleasant way to relax after an active day at Lake Starnberg or a business meeting in the region.
You can consciously switch off in the adjoining relaxation area with comfortable loungers. A Grander® drinking fountain is also at your disposal.
Use of the sauna is included for our hotel guests. Bathrobes and sauna towels are of course provided.
Opening hours
- daily from 4 to 8 pm
- Heating as required and at the guest’s request
- Preferred from November to April
We reserve the right to keep the sauna closed during the summer months.
Activities around Seeshaupt and Lake Starnberg
Seeshaupt on Lake Starnberg and the nearby Osterseen lakes offer ideal conditions for anyone who wants to combine nature, exercise and culture. Whether it's walks along the shore, water sports on the lake, cycling tours through the Fünfseenland region or hikes in the direction of Pfaffenwinkel - the possibilities are endless. Excursions to the Upper Bavarian mountains or to Munich are also easy to plan.
If you want to take it easy, there are numerous places around the lake to linger, swim or simply take a deep breath.




Experience nature.
Be active, relax
& discover
culture.
Cycling & hiking
Discover the landscape near Seeshaupt on foot or by bike. Numerous paths lead through forests, meadows and along the lakes. Bicycles can be hired from various providers in the village.
Learn moreGolf
Around Lake Starnberg you will find several beautifully situated and challenging golf courses. The Iffeldorf Golf Club is only about five kilometers away from our hotel in Seeshaupt and is easily accessible.
Learn moreTennis & water sports
Lake Starnberg invites you to enjoy many activities on the water - from stand-up paddling and windsurfing to catamaran and kayak tours. There are several bathing spots nearby. Tennis fans will also get their money's worth: our guests can use the clay courts of FC Tennis Seeshaupt.
Learn moreDiscover the Fünfseenland
The Fünfseenland region includes Lake Starnberg, Lake Ammersee, Lake Wörth, Lake Pilsen and Lake Weßlinger. The lake district combines nature, culture and numerous destinations for excursions.
Learn moreCulture & Events
The area around Lake Starnberg also has a lot to offer culturally: from the Five Lakes Film Festival, summer concerts and theater to museums, traditional markets and festivals.
Learn moreSeeshaupt
Seeshaupt impresses with its location on the lake, lots of nature and a lively village life. Stores, restaurants and a wide range of cultural activities characterize the town. The proximity to Munich, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Andechs also makes Seeshaupt an ideal starting point for excursions.
Learn moreDiscover the scenic region of the Fünfseenland and the Pfaffenwinkel.
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Frequently asked questions about your stay
The most important information for your planning is summarized here. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
Why is a direct booking via your website worthwhile?
If you book directly via our website, you benefit from the best price guarantee as well as a free cancellation up to one day before arrival. This allows you to remain flexible and secure the best conditions.
How long can I cancel free of charge?
If you book directly with us, you can cancel free of charge up to one day before arrival. For bookings via online portals, the respective conditions apply – usually up to two days before arrival.
Is breakfast included in the price?
When booking a room, breakfast is included in the price and is offered as a buffet. Guests of our studios and apartments are welcome to book breakfast in addition.
When does the breakfast take place?
Monday to Friday: 7:00 to 10:00 am
Weekends & public holidays: 7:30 to 10:00 amCan guests in the vacation apartments use the hotel sauna?
Yes, guests of our studios and vacation apartments can also use the sauna. Please let us know so that we can prepare it for you.
When are check-in and check-out possible?
Check-in: 12:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 21:00 No arrivals are possible between 13:00 and 15:00.
Check-out: until 10:30 am
Are there parking spaces at the hotel?
Yes, there are plenty of parking spaces available directly at the hotel. There is also a public e-charging station in our parking lot.
Where can bicycles be parked?
You can safely store your bikes in our bike hut. It is also possible to charge e-bikes here.
Is there WLAN in the hotel?
Yes, free WLAN is available in all rooms, studios and vacation apartments.
Is a minibar part of the equipment?
There is no minibar in the rooms.
Do you offer lunch or dinner?
As a hotel garni we do not offer lunch or dinner. We are happy to recommend suitable restaurants in Seeshaupt and the surrounding area.
Do you also have accessible rooms?
Yes, one of our rooms is suitable for wheelchair users. Please contact us when making your booking.
Is the hotel suitable for groups?
Smaller groups are very welcome here, but our hotel does not have a separate lounge for groups.
Are pets allowed?
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate pets in our house.










