Natur- und Wellnesshotel Höflehner
Rustic-alpine meets wellness resort. Heavy use of Swiss stone pine (Zirbe), old oak, Sölker marble, and loden textiles give rooms a genuinely grounded feel rather than generic alpine chic. Family-owned warmth combined with serious spa credentials and an active programming calendar.
Book the Zirbenzimmer (Swiss stone pine rooms) for the full sensory experience — the scent alone is worth it
Why It Matters
Named Gault&Millau's Best Longevity & Wellness Hotel of the Year 2026. Awarded 3 lilies by the Relax Guide for its Premium Alpin SPA, and 3 forks by Falstaff for cuisine. One of the few hotels in the region with genuine ski-in/ski-out access and a 5,000 sqm spa under the same roof. The 6-N philosophy (Naturerlebnis, Natürlichkeit, Naturwellness, Naturkulinarium, Nachhaltigkeit, Naturdesign) shapes everything from room construction materials to what's on the plate.
A 4-star Superior nature and wellness hotel sitting at 1,117 meters above sea level, directly on the slopes of the Schladming-Dachstein 4-mountain ski area. Run by the Höflehner family for three generations, it has grown from a mountain farmhouse into an award-winning retreat built around a genuine philosophy of naturalism — Swiss stone pine rooms, regionally-sourced alpine cuisine, and a 5,000 sqm Premium Alpin SPA that earned Gault&Millau's 'Best Longevity & Wellness Hotel of the Year 2026'. Ski-in/ski-out in winter. Hiking trails straight from the door in summer.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Doppelzimmer Nordseite (Double Room North)
26-30 sqm north-facing double room with mountain views. Same solid-pine construction and underfloor heating, allergy-friendly.
Double · 28 sqm
Doppelzimmer Südseite (Double Room South)
26-30 sqm double room on the south-facing side with Dachstein views. Hand-planed oak flooring, Sölker marble bathroom, underfloor heating, and private balcony with seating.
Double · 28 sqm
Ecolodge Apartments
Höflehner's eco-focused apartment property offering sustainable self-contained accommodation in the natural surroundings of the Gumpenberg.
Einzelzimmer (Single Room)
Compact but thoughtfully designed 25 sqm room for solo travelers. Features the hotel's signature Swiss stone pine elements and mountain views.
25 sqmFamilienzimmer und Suiten (Family Rooms & Suites)
Larger units designed for families with children. Multiple sleeping areas, natural materials throughout, and positioned to give extra space for families to spread out during a multi-day stay.
Gumpenlodge Apartments
Separate premium lodge property nearby, operated by Höflehner. Self-contained apartments with access to the Höflehner universe. Good for guests wanting more independence or a longer stay.
Sky Chalet
50 sqm suite in full alpine style with generous use of untreated Swiss stone pine and reclaimed old wood, plus high-quality loden textiles. Has both a south-facing and north-facing balcony, giving views in every direction. Sleeps 2–5 people.
50 sqmSky Chalet Romantik
30 sqm junior suite in the same Sky Chalet collection. Designed specifically for couples, with untreated Zirbe and old-wood interiors, and a northeast-facing balcony. The most intimate of the Sky Chalet options.
Double · 30 sqmZirbenzimmer (Swiss Stone Pine Room)
The hotel's signature rooms, constructed entirely from solid Swiss stone pine (Zirbe) that has matured for over 300 years. The wood's natural oils are claimed to reduce resting heart rate by 3,500 beats per day. Views over the Dachstein massif, wildlife enclosure, and pool landscape.
The Property
Eat & Drink
8 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site animal experience with the hotel's resident alpacas and llamas — a popular activity for families.
Direct piste access to the Hauser Kaibling ski area, part of the 4-Berge-Skischaukel Schladming-Dachstein with 123 km of slopes. Ski rental and heated ski room on-site.
Approximately 10 km of cross-country ski trails accessible from the hotel area.
Weekly Friday morning program (09:00–13:00) combining biohacking techniques, cold therapy, and wellness. 12 sessions per year. Open to day guests.
The Dachstein-Tauern Golf & Country Club (18-hole, designed by Bernhard Langer) is approximately 8 minutes by car. Three additional courses within a 30-minute drive.
Guided mountain e-bike tours through the Schladming-Dachstein region.
Daily guided hikes departing directly from the hotel. Trail system covers the Dachstein-Tauern region.
Dedicated children's entertainment and supervised activities. Includes the 'Zwergerlbad' (children's pool) and organized nature programs.
Wednesday morning program (09:00–13:00) built around women's wellness cycles. 12 sessions per year. Open to day guests.
Multiple yoga styles offered daily, including outdoor sessions. The 300 sqm panoramic yoga house high above the hotel and forest yoga platforms are the signature venues.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Dogs welcome. Fee approximately €20–30/day, advance reservation required.
On-site shop selling Höflehner's NaturLinie skincare products, regional food products, and gifts.
Full 5,000 sqm spa complex with 12 theme saunas, 8 water worlds, 6 relaxation houses, treatment rooms, and yoga house.
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