Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt
Alpine lodge meets serious wellness resort. Think warm pine walls, wool carpets, tiled stoves in the suites, and a spa that could give a dedicated retreat a run for its money. It's rooted, unfussy, and very Austrian — but with Lipizzaner horses in an indoor arena and a saltwater pool claimed to be the largest in any hotel in Europe, it's also quietly extraordinary.
Thursday evenings feature the 'Stanglwirt's Reception' — a standing meet-and-greet with the Hauser family and department heads at 6:30pm, worth attending for insight into the operation
Why It Matters
One of the oldest continuously operating hotels in Tyrol, and one of the most genuinely sustainable — the property runs on its own Kaiserquelle spring water for heating and power, maintains a working organic farm, and has been family-owned since 1722. It holds the distinction of having Europe's largest hotel saltwater pool (210 sq m) and Austria's first private Lipizzaner stud.
A 400-year-old family-run farm turned five-star wellness fortress in the foothills of the Wilder Kaiser. Built from native Arolla pine and powered by its own hydroelectric spring, Stanglwirt was doing sustainable hospitality long before sustainability became a marketing category. The Hauser family still runs it, the farm still produces the cheese and meat on your plate, and the spa complex — all 12,000 square metres of it — is the kind of place you genuinely forget to leave.
Where You'll Stay
18 room types available
Biohotel Studio
A 40 sq m studio that leans into the organic ethos — natural materials throughout, Arolla pine, wool carpets, and linen bedding. Breakfast included; dinner at Restaurant Dreiklang costs €70 per adult.
40 sqm
Classic Double Room
The entry point at Stanglwirt, and honestly quite compact at 20 sq m. Pine furnishings, minibar, flat-screen TV with ONEVision system, and WiFi. Road-facing rooms can pick up some noise. No fireplace or walk-in wardrobe at this level.
20 sqm
Comfort Double Room
Same footprint as Classic but with a small step up in finish and appointments. Arolla pine throughout, cotton towels, linen bedding, and access to all wellness facilities.
20 sqm
Eco-Suite over the Kaiserwiese
65 sq m eco-focused suite for up to four guests, with Kaiserwiese views and a south-facing balcony. Built to the Stanglwirt's strict biological building standards — no synthetic materials.
65 sqm
Honeymoon Suite
80 sq m suite designed for two, with romantic touches throughout. Arolla pine, premium linens, and the kind of atmosphere that earns the 'honeymoon' label honestly.
Double · 80 sqm
Kaiserbogen Junior Suite
60 sq m suite in the Kaiserbogen wing for two guests. Arolla pine floors, walls, and ceilings. Private balcony, seating area, and all the hallmarks of the Stanglwirt room standard — wool carpets, linen bedding, coffee machine.
Double · 60 sqm
Kaiserbogen Luxury Suite
65 sq m, two-guest suite in the Kaiserbogen wing. A step up in space and appointments from the Junior Suite, with premium natural materials and likely a tiled fireplace.
Double · 65 sqmKaiserbogen Suite
A generous 85 sq m suite for up to four guests in the Kaiserbogen wing. Full Arolla pine treatment, walk-in wardrobe, separate living area, and private balcony. Mountain views standard.
85 sqmKaiserstudio
A combined bedroom and living space in the Kaiserbogen wing, 35–40 sq m. Arolla pine furniture, tiled stove in most units, walk-in wardrobe, double washbasin bathroom with bath and WC. Balcony or terrace in some, with views of the Wilder Kaiser or the Lipizzaner stud.
38 sqmKaisersuite
The top of the Kaiserbogen range at 96 sq m for up to six guests. The most expansive accommodation in the wing, with full Arolla pine interiors, tiled stove, separate living areas, and direct mountain views.
96 sqmKaiserwiesen Suite
95 sq m suite overlooking the Kaiserwiese for up to four guests. Full Arolla pine throughout, Nespresso machine, walk-in wardrobe, and a balcony facing the meadow.
95 sqmLuxury Suite by the Sheep Meadow
65 sq m two-guest suite with views over the hotel's sheep pasture — a genuinely charming outlook that reminds you this is a working farm. Arolla pine interiors, premium amenities.
Double · 65 sqmMaisonette Suite by the Kaiserwiese
100 sq m two-level suite overlooking the Kaiserwiese meadow, for up to four guests. The maisonette layout gives real separation between sleeping and living spaces. A strong choice for couples wanting serious space.
100 sqmSonneck Suite
90 sq m two-guest suite in the Sonneck section. A large, light-filled space with all the Stanglwirt hallmarks — Arolla pine, tiled stove, private balcony.
Double · 90 sqmSport Studio
Kaiserbogen wing studio aimed at active guests. 35 sq m with a practical, unfussy layout. Arolla pine finish, all standard amenities.
35 sqmStammhaus Family Nest
A 40 sq m family room in the Stammhaus, slightly smaller than the family suite. Good for younger families who don't need a separate lounge.
40 sqmStammhaus Family Suite
A 50 sq m family suite in the original Stammhaus building. Good-sized for families travelling with children, with the farmhouse character of the oldest part of the hotel.
50 sqmStanglwirt Sonnen Suites
At 85–95 sq m for three guests, these are sun-oriented suites in the Stanglwirt building. Known for warm light exposure and classic Alpine interior finish.
90 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site bowling alley available for guests.
Billed as the world's first farm specifically dedicated to children's education. Kids interact with animals, learn about organic farming, and explore the working property.
A dedicated family water area with a rocky indoor/outdoor pool, family sports pool at the Kaiserwiese, rock sauna area, seawater aquarium with coral reef, and a 120-metre water slide.
Private driving range with a Golf Sport Academy on the property. Four public golf courses are also accessible in the Kitzbühel region.
On-site padel courts available for guests.
On-site tennis school run by Peter Burwash International — a world-renowned coaching organisation. Courts and instruction available year-round, including in the green tennis hall.
Access to 500 km of hiking paths around the Wilder Kaiser, with guided options available from the resort.
Over 750 km of mountain biking routes in the region. E-bike rental and guided rides available.
The hotel has its own private fishing area. A genuinely exclusive touch that few resorts in the Alps can match.
A private mountain chalet available for hire, offering an off-property Alpine escape with Stanglwirt service standards.
Guided ice bathing sessions in the resort's natural lake, incorporating Wim Hof breathing and meditation techniques.
The hotel runs its own ski school for all levels. The Wilder Kaiser ski area is directly accessible from the property's location.
500 sq m indoor fitness facility with Life Fitness equipment, daily group classes, and medical fitness trainers on hand.
Austria's first private Lipizzaner stud farm, with an indoor riding arena. Guests can watch dressage and book riding lessons. A genuine highlight — especially for families.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple conference and event rooms available for corporate and private events.
Regular live music and entertainment at the Auf der Tenne hotel bar in the evenings.
Complimentary Thule stroller hire, child seats, and baby carriers (deposit only). Part of the extensive family-oriented inclusive services.
210 sq m heated brine pool at 36°C, in the adults-only (15+) wellness area. Claimed to be the largest hotel saltwater pool in Europe.
25x7m professional sports pool with OMEGA timekeeping — used for serious lap swimming.
A 517 sq m natural bathing lake with direct access from the panoramic event sauna. Also used for ice bathing in winter.
Included with all stays. Provides discounts across the Wilder Kaiser region for local activities, transport, and attractions.
Swiss stone pine sauna, panoramic event sauna, salt cave area, organic spruce sauna, Wilder Kaiser sauna, stone sauna, marble steam bath, crystal steam bath, and waterfall grotto. Adults' and family areas are separate.
A working organic farm supplying meat, dairy, cheese, herbs, and produce directly to the hotel kitchens. Guests can visit the farm and the children's educational farm area.
All water — drinking water, pool water, and heating — is sourced from the hotel's own on-site spring. Water is also bottled and sold, with proceeds benefiting African aid projects.
4-seater golf carts at €35/12hrs or €50/24hrs; 6-seater at €50/12hrs or €75/24hrs. For exploring the hotel grounds and surrounding area sustainably.
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