Vitalhotel Alter Meierhof
Country house wellness hotel — elegant without being stiff. Think warm parquet, open fires in the lobby bar, chandeliers made of stylised branches in the fine-dining room, and bathrobe-clad guests padding between the pool and the Vitalbar for a midday smoothie.
Book the Meierei Dirk Luther well in advance — it only opens Wednesday to Saturday evenings with last order at 7pm, and it fills up fast
Why It Matters
Two Michelin stars for Meierei Dirk Luther since 2008, plus Two MICHELIN Keys for the hotel itself. The spa (Hof-Therme) delivers hammam, rasul, four types of sauna, and a heated indoor-outdoor pool with fjord views — all at a small, quiet property on the German-Danish border.
Built in 1999 but dressed up in sandstone and half-timbered façade to look like a centuries-old manor house, the Alter Meierhof sits right on the German shore of the Flensburg Fjord, with Denmark visible across the water. Inside, real wood parquet floors, blonde hues, and floor-to-ceiling windows keep things bright and Baltic-crisp. The big draw is the combination of the Hof-Therme spa and a two-Michelin-star restaurant — a pairing you rarely find at a 54-room property this far off the tourist trail.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Fjord Maisonette Suite
The flagship room. Extends over two floors with completely separate living and sleeping areas. Large panoramic windows flood both levels with light and deliver uninterrupted views of the Flensburg Fjord and the Danish coast. The sleeping area has a double bed and an integrated bathtub with a lounging area — so you can watch the water while soaking. Separate shower and Spalet shower WC in the bathroom.
Double · 60 sqmFjord View
The classic sea-facing room. Real wood parquet floors, large windows with majestic fjord views out to the Danish coast. Predominantly open bathroom concept — and in most cases you can see the water from the bathtub. Comfortable sitting area and double bed.
Double · 42 sqmFjord View Beach Apartment
A top-floor apartment accessed via a staircase from the lobby. Separate unit with more independent living. Fjord views.
Fjord View Deluxe
Single-floor rooms in the hotel's quieter side section. Real wood parquet throughout. Large windows with fjord views. Open bathroom concept with shower (some with bathtub) and separate WC. An additional cloakroom area marks these out from the standard Fjord View.
Double · 42 sqmFjord View Deluxe Maisonette
A quieter two-floor room in a side section of the hotel. Living and sleeping areas spread across two levels, with a comfortable sitting area and double bed. Panoramic fjord and Danish coastline views. Some rooms have a bathtub as well as a shower.
Double · 42 sqmMeierhof
The smallest rooms in the hotel — compact but not cramped. Timelessly elegant tones and real wood parquet. Faces the hotel entrance and Meierwik, not the fjord. Bathroom with shower and WC. If you're mostly here for the spa and the restaurant, this gets the job done at a lower price point.
Double · 27 sqmMeierhof Deluxe
The better of the two landward room categories. Soft colour scheme and real wood parquet. Side-facing position offers views of Solitüde Bay to the west or the coastal road in Meierwik to the east — you won't be staring at the fjord, but these rooms are often quieter. Bathroom with bathtub and/or shower, separate WC.
Double · 37 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Canoeing on the fjord and surrounding waterways.
Sailing available from the hotel's waterfront location on the Flensburg Fjord.
Scuba diving in the Baltic waters around Glücksburg.
Miles of cycling and hiking routes directly from the hotel through forests, along the fjord, and towards Denmark.
Fishing on the Flensburg Fjord and surrounding waters.
Guided Nordic walking treks in the forests and along the shores around Glücksburg. The hotel is directly on the fjord with unspoilt nature on the doorstep.
Golf available in the surrounding area, accessible through the hotel.
Seasonal guest chef events, anniversary menus, and Sunday lunches à la chef organized throughout the year.
Tinkling piano music in the Lobby Bar provides ambience on evenings.
Group fitness courses in the 100 m² Active Zone, with direct garden access. Course schedule available on request.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site hair salon open Tuesday–Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday 8am–2pm.
Approximately 200 m² of meeting and conference space available for events and business groups.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Note: some guests have reported slow speeds.
Full gourmet breakfast buffet included in all room rates, served 7–11 am in the Brasserie.
High-quality cardio and strength equipment plus free weights. Direct access to the hotel garden.
All rooms feature a minibar.
All rooms have LCD TVs with satellite programming.
Valet parking service available.
Electric vehicle charging station on-site.
On-site private parking available. Reservation not required.
Connects the spa world to the hotel garden. Open year-round with fjord views across to Denmark.
Outdoor swimming pool in the hotel garden with fjord views.
Dedicated concierge service for bookings and local recommendations.
Pets allowed on request. Pet basket and bowls available. Charges may apply.
24-hour room service available.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available.
Front desk staffed around the clock.
Complimentary train station pickup service from Glücksburg (Ostsee) station.
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