Naturhotel Waldklause
Forest-forward eco-luxury. Warm, grounded, and surprisingly design-forward for a nature hotel. Think organic shapes, natural wood tones, and panoramic mountain views — not minimalist Scandi chic, but rich textured Alpine comfort. Family-run with real personality.
Free mountain bike and e-bike rental is included — borrow one and ride the 687km of Ötztal bike routes before dinner
Why It Matters
Austria's first superior-class wood hotel, Michelin 2-Key award recipient, triple winner of 'Europe's Most Beautiful Environmentally-Friendly Hotel' by Geo Saison magazine, and one of the very few luxury hotels with a genuine ecological pedigree — not greenwashed. Guests get free entry to the adjacent Aqua Dome thermal spa, one of Austria's most dramatic thermal spa complexes.
Naturhotel Waldklause is a 5-star design and wellness hotel built entirely from timber, glass, and stone — Austria's first nature hotel of its kind, opened in 2004 by the Auer family. The building sits in a Tyrolean fir forest in Längenfeld's Ötztal valley, and every detail, from the organic wooden curves to the larch-lined treatment rooms, makes you feel like the forest is breathing around you. It's a genuine eco-luxury operation: glue-free solid wood construction, Tyrolean sheep wool insulation, EU Ecolabel and Austrian Ecolabel certified, and a kitchen that runs on short supply chains from regional farmers.
Where You'll Stay
19 room types available
Apple Tree Suite
From EUR270 / night45 m² suite for 2 guests inspired by the Tyrolean orchard tradition. South-facing with mountain view and loggia, Vi-Spring luxury bedding, electric fireplace, walk-in shower, Nespresso machine.
45 sqm
Double Room Comfort
From EUR230 / night40 m² double room for 2–4 guests. Warm timber walls, mountain views, bathroom with shower, TV, safe, WiFi.
40 sqmForest Nest South/West
From EUR230 / nightThe entry-level room at 32 m² for 2 guests. South or west facing for good light and views. Smallest room in the hotel but still comes with the natural wood aesthetic and full access to all hotel amenities. No balcony in this category.
32 sqmNature Room Vital
From EUR240 / night40 m² nature-focused double room for 2 guests with balcony, cable TV, warm wooden interiors, spring water tap, and mountain views. All rooms come with pillow menus and separate sitting areas.
40 sqmNature Suite Deluxe
From EUR280 / night60 m² deluxe nature suite for 2 guests with upscale natural finishes and mountain views.
60 sqm
Panorama Pool Suite
From EUR1,200 / nightThe flagship suite at 160 m², accommodating 2–4 guests. South-facing with panoramic mountain views. Private pool included. The largest and most spectacular accommodation in the hotel.
160 sqmPool Suite
From EUR280 / night50 m² suite for 2 guests with private pool access. Living room with bench and panoramic view, spring water tap, bathroom with shower.
50 sqmRowanberry Suite
From EUR285 / night50 m² suite named after the Tyrolean rowanberry tree. Accommodates 2–3 guests.
50 sqmSpa Suite
From EUR320 / night55 m² suite for 2 guests. South-facing with mountain view and loggia. Vi-Spring luxury bedding, electric fireplace, walk-in shower with double vanity washbasin, separate toilet, spring water tap, minibar, tea and Nespresso machine.
55 sqmSpa Suite Deluxe
From EUR980 / night120 m² suite for 2–4 guests with spa facilities, south-facing with mountain views and loggia with hot whirlpool, Vi-Spring bedding in two sleeping rooms, walk-in wardrobe, glass relaxation lounge with infrared heater, and Nespresso machine.
120 sqmStudio 10
From EUR295 / night48 m² studio suite for 2, with natural bed system visually separated by a step, positioned in front of a large panoramic glass window. Modern bathroom with shower and Geberit WC (bidet function).
48 sqmStudio 100
From EUR275 / night44 m² studio for 2 guests with mountain views.
44 sqmStudio 200
From EUR275 / night44 m² studio for 2 guests with outlook onto the forest and mountains.
44 sqmSwiss Stone Pine Nest
From EUR275 / night48 m² cozy nest-style suite with Swiss stone pine (Zirbe) construction for 2 guests.
48 sqmSwiss Stone Pine Suite Deluxe
From EUR285 / night48 m² suite featuring fragrant Swiss stone pine (Zirbe) wood throughout. Stone pine has natural calming properties and promotes sleep. For 2 guests.
48 sqmTree Garden Suite
From EUR285 / night58 m² suite for 2 guests with direct connection to the forest garden setting.
58 sqmTreetop Suite
From EUR285 / night50 m² suite positioned to give the sensation of being among the treetops, with elevated forest views for 2 guests.
50 sqmWaldklause Suite
From EUR295 / night87 m² suite accommodating 2–4 guests. South or west facing with large balcony and panoramic views. Living room, bathtub and shower, two flat-screen TVs, spring water tap, and big rooftop terrace access.
87 sqmWellness Suite
From EUR255 / night42 m² suite for 2 guests designed around the wellness experience, with natural materials and mountain views.
42 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guests receive one complimentary 3-hour entry to the Aqua Dome Tirol Therme Längenfeld per stay (not on departure day). The thermal spa is a 200m walk from the hotel and features floating outdoor pools and dramatic alpine architecture.
A designated barefoot path through the surrounding forest — a grounding sensory experience included for all guests.
Free e-bike hire for up to 4 hours per day.
Free mountain bike hire for guests to explore the 687km of official Ötztal bike routes. Hotel is a certified 'Bike Homes' partner with secure bike storage, washing facilities, and a repair stand on site.
Guided alpine hut hikes in summer and snowshoe tours in winter, included in the activity programme.
Ice stock (curling) and ice skate rental available in winter.
Weekly live music and theme evenings in the hotel, including a weekly gala dinner with kitchen party.
Free Nordic walking poles available for guests to explore the forest trails and valley paths.
Pilates classes offered at the 24-hour gym as part of the weekly activity programme.
Free ski bus shuttle to Sölden ski resort, one of Austria's premier World Cup ski destinations, available in winter for all guests.
On-site tennis court available for guest use.
Regular wine tastings hosted directly at the hotel for guests.
Regular classes in the dedicated exercise room with large windows opening onto the forest. Included in the weekly activity programme for guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The hotel is equipped to host conferences, meetings, and events.
Free WiFi in public areas; wired LAN connection available in rooms.
Secure bike room, bike washing facilities, repair stand with tools. Certified Ötztal 'Bike Homes' partner property.
On-site children's playground and garden.
State-of-the-art gym equipment available to guests around the clock. Separate fitness room for classes.
Complimentary tea and drinks buffet available in the NaturSpa throughout the day.
Large rooftop sun terrace with mountain views.
Pets accepted on request — call ahead to confirm.
18m heated outdoor pool open to the Ötztal forest landscape. Open 8am–8pm.
Outdoor saltwater whirlpool adjacent to the main pool.
A quiet relaxation room with fireplace and library for reading and unwinding.
Provided to all guests for the duration of their stay.
Fresh spring water available on tap directly in all rooms — a signature Waldklause touch noted by multiple guests.
Signature sauna built around actual trees — the hotel's defining wellness feature.
Available for an additional charge during limited hours.
Two steam bath options including a Tyrolean herbal sweating chamber.
Complimentary roundtrip shuttle to the nearest train station and airport (available 24 hours).
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