Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany
Alpenhof Murnau
Moorland wellness lodge
Moorland wellness lodge
Rustic sauna huts and heated pools border Bavarian moorland, looking straight out toward Alpine peaks.
What it’s good at
Notable
An outdoor alpine sauna village pairs with heated pools and regional herbal hay treatments.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This is a luxury hotel undergoing transformation. Despite constant investments and renovations, the hosts have maintained their high standard of service throughout.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Murnauer Moos nature reserve borders the property, with walking paths winding toward the Wetterstein Alps.
The rooms
Modern rooms have warm wood trim, and private balconies look out over the grounds toward the peaks.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
The indoor pool is heated to 30 degrees, and glass doors lead outside to a hot pool among willows.
The spa
Timber huts hold daybeds with fur throws beside stone fireplaces, and treatments use regional alpine herbal hay cushions.
The gym
The 24-hour fitness room has cardio and strength machines, and an adjoining space holds an indoor golf simulator.
Restaurant Murnauer Reiter
Chef Claus Gromotka serves regional Bavarian dishes, and the outdoor terrace looks across the lawn toward the Alps.
At the table
Roots Bar pours regional spirits and cocktails, and the hotel cellar stocks nearly a thousand bottles of wine.
How it began
In 2019, the owners used helicopters to airlift two century-old alpine huts directly into the garden.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.