1: Genussdorf Gmachl Hotel & Spa

Excellent: 99 | 100 points*

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The Gmachls are hosts - or live for pleasure, as they would describe themselves - with a passion, and are already in the business in the seventh generation. Connected to tradition, but with an eye on the future, they recently redesigned the entire DorfSPA. On the roof, an infinity pool with a breathtaking view of Salzburg's fortress awaits guests aged 16 and over, and sauna-goers will see the same in the panorama sauna. Quiet resting bunks allow guests to retreat from everyday life. In the Vitarium, body treatments, Ayurveda treatments, massages and natural cosmetics activate the mind and body, while in the Garden SPA a natural bathing pond, indoor and outdoor pool, brine grotto, family sauna and whirlpool provide moments of pleasure.

Genussdorf Gmachl Hotel & Spa
Village Street 35, 5101 Bergheim, Salzburg
Web: gmachl.at
Tel: +43 662 4521240
Price: from € 364

2nd Place: Almwellness Hotel Pierer

Excellent: 98 | 100 points*

© Harald Eisenberger

For four generations, the Pierers have welcomed guests to their harmonious retreat at over 1000 meters above sea level. Here you can relax with a view of nature in one of the saunas, bath in the heated natural swimming pond (May to October) and enjoy one of the many soothing, revitalizing and effective treatments with high-quality products; many of which are made in-house according to the hotel's own alpine herb recipes. The spa features exclusive relaxation rooms, a whirlpool, a infinity pool and a family spa area. The varied range of exercise includes breathing, energy, stretching and strengthening exercises, as well as fascia training and alpine yoga.

Almwellness Hotel Pierer
Teichalm 77, 8163 Fladnitz, Styria
Web: hotel-pierer.at
Tel.: +43 3179 7172
Price: from € 330

3rd Place: Hotel Jungbrunn - the Gutzeitort

Excellent: 99 | 100 points*

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Family-run since 1957, this hotel shines with a spa de luxe. In fact, the spa area covers no less than 8000 square meters and has its own spring, which feeds it with the purest mountain water. Among other things, indoor and outdoor saunas, tepidarium, brine grotto, Kneipp pool, natural waterfall, bathing biotope, indoor and outdoor pool and panoramic loungers are offered. The well-being of the guests is ensured by the highly trained professionals with their excellent treatments. Special treatments for pregnant women and men can be booked, as well as fascia therapy and a wide range of different massages. Far Eastern methods are also used at the Jungbrunn.

Hotel Jungbrunn - the Gutzeitort
Oberhöfen 25, 6675 Tannheim, Tyrol
Web: jungbrunn.at
Tel.: +43 5675 6248
Price: from € 500

4: Alpine Resort Sacher

Excellent: 98 | 100 points*

© Daniel Zangerl

The hotel, which is now run as the (highest) Sacher Hotel, underwent a general renovation last year. New luxury suites with their own sauna and views of the majestic mountains were created on the 20,000 square meter site - of which 4700 square meters are allotted to the wellness area. The elegant furnishings of the rooms leave nothing to be desired. A principle that also extends to the spa: deep-acting body and beauty treatments provide relaxation while you can enjoy revitalizing warmth in the sauna world. In the water world, pools and a natural bathing lake invite you to dive down and forget the world for a moment. In addition, Seefeld's mountain world beckons with numerous outdoor adventures.

Alpin Resort Sacher
Geigenbühelstraße 185, 6100 Seefeld in Tirol, Tirol
Web: seefeld.sacher.com
Tel.: +43 5212227220
Price: from € 418

5: Spa Hotel Jagdhof

Excellent: 97 | 100 points*

© Michael Huber

The five-star hotel in the Stubaital is dedicated to holistic well-being. Holistic treatments are tailored to guests' personal needs and an atmospheric ambience with fragrant wood and views of nature make up the essence of this alpine retreat. The offer in the jSPA is complemented by a varied vitality world. Guests aged 15 and over will find 20 different bathing, relaxation and sauna experiences here. An extensive activity program rounds off the stay. Culinary delights are also guaranteed: in addition to hearty regional cuisine, the hotel offers healthy food for conscious gourmets and the gourmet cuisine from chef Christian Jeske serves with four toques in the Hubertusstube.

Spa Hotel Jagdhof
Slice 44, 6167 Neustift im Stubaital, Tyrol
Web: hotel-jagdhof.at
Tel.: +43 5226 2666
Price: from € 452

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