Achenkirch
Alpine wellness resort meets longevity retreat. Country-house warmth, Tyrolean materials (oak, stone, linen), with an increasingly modern wellness and biohacking layer. Not slick or corporate — genuinely family-run.
The Sunken Temple is only open daily from 1pm–8pm — plan your spa day around it.
Why It Matters
One of the largest private Lipizzaner studs in Europe on site. The Sunken Temple sauna complex is architecturally and experientially unusual — entered through rock, featuring a salt-steam Soledom, Dragon Sauna, Indian sandstone Temple Sauna, and a Kneipp water path. The hotel has been operating since 1500 (first postal station) and has been a wellness pioneer in Tyrol since the 1980s.
A family-owned 5-star adults-only resort set on a working Lipizzaner horse and livestock farm just north of Lake Achensee in the Austrian Alps. Four generations of the Reiter family have run this place since 1918, and that history shows — the hotel has real warmth to it rather than the polished anonymity of a chain. The spa alone runs to 7,000m², with the headline attraction being the Sunken Temple: a subterranean Far Eastern-inspired sauna complex reached through a narrow rock passage. Gault & Millau-awarded cuisine, a 9-hole golf course, and around 60 hours of weekly programming round out a property that genuinely delivers on the wellness-resort promise.
Where You'll Stay
17 room types available
Auszeit Room
35m² — 'Auszeit' means time-out in German, and the room leans into that with a calm, restorative design.
35 sqm
Edelweiss Room
A step up from the Zöhrer at 35m², with comfortable Tyrolean country-house styling. Natural materials, balcony or loggia.
35 sqmGipfelstürmer Room
35m² room with a playful design sensibility, named for summit-seekers ('peak stormers').
35 sqmJunior Suite
55m² suite with a well-rounded layout. Dog-friendly (one of the categories where pets are permitted with prior arrangement).
55 sqmKaiserzeit Room
Named for the imperial era — Emperor Franz Joseph I actually stopped at the Posthotel in 1881. Classic styling with historical references.
35 sqmKarwendel Room Nature
The newest room category at 30m², designed with earthy colors, regional oak wood, and healing earth on the walls. Brings the Tyrolean landscape directly into the room. Among the most distinctive offerings in the standard tier.
30 sqmLandhaus Room
35m² in classic Tyrolean country-house style — warm tones, wood details, comfortable without being flashy.
35 sqmLandhaus Suite
45m² in cozy Tyrolean country-house style with separate bedroom and living room, large sitting area, and a full bathroom with bath, shower, and bidet. One of the most-recommended suite categories by regular guests.
45 sqmPenthouse Spa Suite
The top of the house at 102m², sleeping up to 4 guests. This is the suite for people who want to bring the spa into the room — expect private spa access, full luxury finishes, and the kind of space that makes packing feel worthwhile.
102 sqmPlatzhirsch Room
At 40m², one of the larger standard rooms. Sleeps up to 3. Strong Tyrolean character.
40 sqmPosthotel Signature Suite
50m² flagship suite in the Stammhaus building, opened to mark 100 years of the Posthotel. Exclusive design, natural room climate via Memon technology, XL bathtub, balcony or loggia. This is the 'bathrobe restaurant' building — you can dine in your bathrobe.
50 sqmSchlössl Suite
45m² suite with a castle-inspired name, elegant country-house feel. Separate living area and bedroom.
45 sqmSeekar Suite
At 60m², the Seekar Suite accommodates up to 4 guests and offers generous space for those wanting room to breathe.
60 sqmSignature Suite Panorama
55m² panoramic suite with sweeping mountain views and the elevated finishes of the Signature category.
55 sqmSonnberg Studio
Entry-level suite at 45m². Studio format — generous open-plan space, step up from standard rooms in terms of size and finish.
45 sqmWeltenbummler Room
35m² room with a more globally-inspired, cosmopolitan feel — influenced by the Japanese Wabi-Sabi aesthetic.
35 sqmZöhrer Room
The entry-level room, 30m² and snug but well-finished. Good for guests who plan to spend most of their time in the spa.
30 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Cross-country skiing in Pertisau included via the Achensee Card.
Access to ski slopes in the Achenkirch/Karwendel area. Ski boot storage with heating on-site.
E-bike rental available on-site. Extensive cycle routes around the Achensee region.
Extensive hiking routes around Lake Achensee and the Karwendel mountains. Guided hikes with host Karl Reiter during special events.
9-hole golf course with driving range on-site. Unlimited green fee available as part of the Golf Unlimited package.
On-site squash court.
Two indoor and two outdoor tennis courts on site.
The hotel runs one of the largest private Lipizzaner studs in Europe. Guests can ride, take lessons, or go on carriage rides through the lake landscape. The horse whispering 'Give Me Strength' package is also built around equine therapy sessions.
175m² gym, several individual fitness rooms, and personal trainer availability.
Sessions with the Shaolin master in the dojo room. Tai Chi, Qi Gong, yoga, and meditation classes run as part of the ~60 hrs/week supervised programme.
A packed schedule of exercise, relaxation, movement, and wellness classes. Entirely optional — you can always find a quiet corner.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Rates typically include a full breakfast buffet, light lunch, and multi-course gourmet dinner. À la carte dining in Tenzo or the Gaststube costs extra.
175m² main gym plus several individual fitness rooms for personal training.
Complimentary card for free bus rides throughout the Achensee region, free WLAN, cross-country skiing in Pertisau, and discounts on cable cars, museums, and adventure park.
Renaturalized spring water in rooms. Hotel's own care line toiletries.
All rooms feature Memon technology for naturally revitalized indoor climate, fresh air, and energizing natural water.
Working livestock farm and horse stud on property. Own vineyard supplies the wine cellar. Produce used in restaurant.
Free underground parking for guests. Hotel car wash also included.
E-car charging stations available on site, for a surcharge.
Dog shower in the basement. Selected 'dog rooms' available (€35/night surcharge). Bowls, blankets, doggy bags, and a small surprise included.
Ten pools total — indoor and outdoor — all open year-round. Includes the Flüsterpool and Yin-Yang pool. Outdoor pool in winter is a genuine highlight.
Heated ski boot storage room. Also bicycle storage.
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