Everything you need to know about the Naturhotel Waldklause

Check-in is available from 3 pm, and check-out is by 11 am. Guests arriving early or departing late are welcome to spend their time in the hotel or at the Natur-Spa, subject to availability. Arrive feeling relaxed and bring your stay to a peaceful close.

Parking is available directly at the hotel. Guests can obtain information about electric vehicle charging points and how to use them on site or on request.

Parking spaces are available right next to the hotel. The parking fee is € 7,- per day.

Pick-ups from Ötztal railway station are free of charge and subject to availability. A reduced surcharge applies to pick-ups after 6.00 pm. A transfer from Innsbruck Airport can be arranged on request, subject to availability and for an additional charge.
 

To ensure everything runs smoothly, please let us know your arrival time in good time.

The hotel is largely designed to be easily accessible. We recommend that you enquire about the accessibility of specific areas and rooms before your arrival.

A stay that offers more than just a place to sleep.

Combining a nature spa, fine dining and exercise, we create a perfect balance of activity and relaxation. A variety of activity programmes, such as yoga, guided walks and mindful exercise sessions, punctuate the day. Many services are already included. The included services provide an overview of all the details.

The Naturhotel Waldklause has received numerous awards and is one of the most highly regarded wellness hotels in Austria.
 

These include, amongst others, the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award (Top 25 Hotels Worldwide), 3 Lilies in the RELAX Guide, the Wellness Aphrodite, and the “Hotel of the Year” award from Gault&Millau Austria.

The 2 Michelin Keys and the Austrian and European Eco-Labels further underscore the combination of quality, sustainability and commitment.

The Nature Spa covers an area of around 1,800 m² and combines a pool, saunas and relaxation areas into a harmonious whole.
 

Our favourite spots

• Heated outdoor pool, saltwater pool
• Tree sauna, Finnish sauna, bio sauna
• Herbal steam bath & aromatic steam bath
• Infrared therapy loungers
• Sun terrace
• Relaxation areas with views of the countryside
• Water beds
• Room of Silence with open fireplace & library
• Massages & treatments
• Fitness room
• Yoga, Qi Gong, meditation

The range of treatments on offer extends from classic massages to treatments using natural products, all designed to promote regeneration, relaxation and well-being.

We recommend booking well in advance for your preferred time and treatment. Ideally, this should be done before your arrival.

• Tree sauna
• Bio sauna
• Finnish sauna
• Steam baths
• Infrared cabin

An 18-metre heated outdoor pool forms part of the natural spa and is open all year round.

The Nature Spa features a variety of relaxation rooms, lounging areas and water beds – complemented by quiet corners in the garden. A special spot is the Room of Silence, complete with an open fire and a library.

At the Naturhotel Waldklause, we use only products free from chemical or artificial additives.

We use selected natural cosmetics ranges such as BALANCE ALPIN 1000+, [comfort zone] and Rosel Heim. The range is complemented by our own Naturhotel cosmetics line, featuring natural ingredients.

The programme includes various activities such as yoga, meditation, qigong and guided outdoor activities. Signing up is straightforward and can be done on the spot. Depending on the programme, you can register at reception.

• Pools: 8.00 am – 8.00 pm
• Sauna area: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm on the 1st floor | 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm on the ground floor
• Beauty & Massage: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Fitness: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm

This includes a bathrobe and towels for the duration of your stay.

We are committed to managing our resources in a sustainable, environmentally friendly and responsible manner. An important part of this is waste reduction, which can be very simple.
Please therefore bring your own bathroom slippers. Upon arrival, you will no longer find slippers in your room.
In this way, you are making a valuable contribution to protecting our environment. Thank you very much for your cooperation!

The Naturhotel ¾ pampering package includes a generous breakfast featuring regional and organic produce, an afternoon snack and a multi-course evening meal.

The cuisine is prepared mainly using locally sourced ingredients, complemented by vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Breakfast: 7.30 am – 11.00 am
Afternoon snack: 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Dinner: 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm

Most of the products come from local farmers and small-scale producers in the region, who work with care and expertise.

This close collaboration ensures quality on your plate and allows you to experience the natural flavours of the Ötztal valley.

As well as traditional dishes, our kitchen also offers vegetarian and vegan options – tailored to the season, the produce available and your personal preferences. If you require a vegan meal, please let us know before your arrival.

We are happy to cater for allergies and food intolerances. If you let us know in advance, we can tailor the menu to suit your needs.

A regular feature of the week is the gala dinner on Thursday. It is a special evening that holds a special place in the hotel’s calendar and marks the culinary highlight of the week.

Built using local materials. The Naturhotel Waldklause was constructed using a glue-free solid timber construction method and insulated with Tyrolean sheep’s wool – making it one of the first hotels of its kind in Austria.

The construction meets the standards for low-energy buildings in the tourism sector. The hotel was built predominantly using local raw materials, processed by regional craft businesses.

The Naturhotel Waldklause uses certified electricity generated from renewable, carbon-neutral energy sources. Heating is supplied by the biomass power station in Längenfeld.

The Naturhotel Waldklause has been awarded both the Austrian Ecolabel and the European Ecolabel.

Don’t clean, go green.

By choosing not to have your room cleaned during your stay, you are actively helping to protect the environment. To mark this, we are planting young small-leaved lime trees, larch trees and maple trees. Please hang the relevant sign in a clearly visible spot on the outside of your room door.

The kitchen mainly uses locally sourced produce – sourced from local farmers and small-scale producers.

The Ötztal valley offers plenty of opportunities for all kinds of outdoor activities – from hiking and mountain trekking to cycling and e-bike routes, as well as climbing and trail running.

Find out more here.

There are numerous places to visit around the Ötztal valley – from natural attractions such as the Stuibenfall waterfall or Lake Piburg to high-altitude destinations like Obergurgl.

Thermal spas, mountain railways and cultural attractions also round out the range of activities on offer, ensuring that every day is different.

Winter walking trails, cross-country ski tracks and snowshoe routes wind their way through the snow-covered landscape all around the hotel.

You can also go tobogganing, take a stroll in the snow or simply enjoy being out and about in the crisp mountain air, all right from the hotel.

The Ötztal valley offers a choice of six ski resorts with guaranteed snow, including two glacier resorts at altitudes of over 3,000 metres.

➔ Guaranteed snow from autumn through to spring.

From Sölden via Obergurgl/Hochgurgl to smaller, quieter resorts, there is such a variety that redefines every day on the slopes.

Thanks to the glacier ski areas, skiing in the Ötztal valley is possible as early as autumn and continues well into spring.
 

➔ In Sölden, the altitude of over 3,000 metres ensures reliable snow cover from October to May.

The Ötztal valley offers a wide range of activities for families – from child-friendly hiking trails and adventure parks to ski resorts with their own practice areas and ski schools.

A wide range of activities start right from the hotel – accompanied by a varied programme of activities including yoga, guided hikes and other exercise sessions.

The offering is complemented by practical services such as bike hire (subject to availability) and the nature spa, providing the perfect way to unwind after an active day.