Holidays with brilliant prospects: 9 hotels with a fantastic view

Too good to sleep: every vacationer dreams of an unobstructed view from the hotel room. This dream will come true in the following hotels. Because they all have one thing in common: unique views of nature.

1. View over the treetops of the Zugspitze: Tree house in “Das Kranzbach”

In the deepest part of Upper Bavaria, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, many people’s childhood dreams come true: to live in treetops, feel free like Tarzan and Jane, isolated and in the middle of nature. The tree house is located in the middle of the forest, 100 meters from the “Kranzbach” hotel, a stylishly renovated English castle. The special retreat for romantics can only be reached on foot. A wooden bridge leads up to the 50 square meter living space with a 30 square meter terrace.

The view through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows is breathtaking: green treetops, behind them the spectacular backdrop of the Alps with the Zugspitze massif. In the solid wood house you can’t hear anything except the chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves. Tree house guests can use the full services of the house, which has been voted one of the most beautiful hotels in Europe. Like the spa in the three-story bathhouse with its five pools, the eight saunas and steam baths, and the yoga sessions, which in summer also take place on a platform in the middle of the forest.

More info: A weekend for 2 people in the tree house with half board costs from 344 euros

2. Holidays with a mega view of the Kaiser: Juffing Hotel & Spa in Hinterthiersee, Tyrol

Here in the mountain village of Hinterthiersee, northwest of Kufstein, a Feng Shui master was at work: curves, round rooms and curved shapes merge harmoniously with local larch wood, glass and soft colors to create a modern design. And after just a few breaths, you can feel the motto of the Tyrolean adult-only hotel: balance that inspires. Wings actually grow in the “Morgenrot” balance suite. The view from bed, from your own panorama sauna and from the roof terrace is terrific.

Unobstructed over the Thierseetal directly onto the rock massif of the Kaisergebirge. The Wilder and the Zahme Kaiser fascinate with their jagged rock formations and more than 2300 meter high peaks. Those who manage to break away from this view will find many more highlights in the wellness hotel: A new and stylish spa with separate sauna and therapy wing as well as its own spa library with reading loungers. In a cooled vitality room, guests can press their own fresh juices all day long. In addition, the green hood kitchen is award-winning.

More info: Double room with 3/4 nature gourmet board from 120 euros per person

3. Lake and castle view: Hotel Ritzenhof am See, Saalfelden in the Salzburg region

It doesn’t really matter whether the room is in the house by the castle or in the house by the lake connected by an underground passage. The view around the “Ritzenhof” is reminiscent of a film set: Here the old castle, there the striking rock massif of the Steinernes Meer, next to it the lake and the view of the Pinzgauer Grasberge and Leoganger Steinberge.

Especially in autumn, the moor lake shows its most fascinating side: the play of colors of the trees, the mountains and the blue and white of the sky are reflected on its surface. This unique picture is presented by the floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in the rooms and suites as well as from the balconies in the Haus am See. The concept of the family-run wellness hotel is also unique: “Alpine Holistic” is the name of the holistic lifestyle program that the Riedlsperger family developed with doctors, spa professionals and sports scientists.

More info: Double room with breakfast from 223 euros

4. Bird’s eye view of Lake Lucerne: Bürgenstock Hotel, Switzerland

The 5-star resort “Bürgenstock” is located in the heart of Central Switzerland, in the canton of Nidwalden. Its location is spectacular: on a steep mountain slope above the southern shore of Lake Lucerne. This opens up an unusual perspective from above onto the deep blue, fjord-like lake and the surrounding Alps.

A look that is addicting. Which is not a problem in the modern building, because the lake side has glass fronts everywhere: in the 102 rooms and suites, in the restaurant and in the Alpine Spa with its infinity edge pool – a highlight of the innovative architecture. But amazement is also the order of the day when it comes to interior design: elegant designer furniture, fine materials – urban chic in the middle of a world of mountains and lake.

More info: Double room with breakfast from 716 euros

5. Mountain and valley views with superlatives: Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier, South Tyrol

When it comes to wellness hotels in South Tyrol, the first thing that comes up is the name of the “Quellenhof Passeier” in St. Martin near Merano. With its eleven indoor and outdoor pools and the brand new infinity glass pool as well as 23 saunas, the 5-star hotel is at the forefront of the world of superlatives. This also includes the view from most of the 230 rooms and suites, which are spread over six buildings, and especially from the eight chalets – of the Passeier Valley and the Alps.

In the new Infinity Chalet, guests can swim towards the view and in the Sky Chalet they have their own astro dome with an observatory on the roof terrace next to the pool. Above the bed is a gigantic panoramic window that makes sleeping under the stars possible in the most luxurious way. And when the first rays of sun blink over the mountain peaks, the mountain world shows through the glass front. In spring 2022, the Quellenhof will raise the bar even higher with the opening of the new “See Lodge”.

More info: Sky-Chalet from 1500 euros for two to seven people

6. Island view over the Aegean Sea: Blue Palace Resort, Crete

The setting couldn’t be more beautiful: In the turquoise blue waters of the Aegean Sea, in the Gulf of Mirabello, a small island rises up with a mighty fortress. The island of Spinalonga, which was one of the last leper colonies in Europe. Today it is uninhabited and a historical memorial. If you are on holiday in the 5-star resort “Blue Palace” opposite on the east coast of Crete, you have a full view of the island.

Because the 52 suites and four private villas, most of them with their own pool, are generously distributed on a slope directly by the sea. All are traditionally built with a maximum of two floors and offer this unforgettable view: of the sea and the small island. No matter where you are in the “Blue Palace”, in the restaurants, in the spa, in the pools, on the private beach or on the lounge terrace: the panoramic view is always there.

More info: from 268 euros per night for 2 people with breakfast in a superior bungalow

7. Desert panorama: Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort, Abu Dhabi

After a two-hour drive from Abu Dhabi, the desert resort “Qasr al Sarab” appears like a Fatamorgana – in the midst of sand dunes up to 100 meters high. The 5-star hotel, which belongs to the luxury hotel chain Ananatara, is located in the Rub al Khali desert, which is considered the largest desert in the world. Its 140 rooms, 14 suites and 51 villas are built in the style of an Arab oasis city. That means: Many small individual buildings with oriental arches, turrets and domes, in which four to six rooms are arranged around an inner courtyard. All rooms have an oversized round bathtub and an unobstructed view of the endless expanse of the desert. The secluded location and tranquility in the midst of sand dunes give the palatial hotel something of “a thousand and one nights”. Speaking of night: The 360-degree view of the starry sky from the balcony or terrace is probably nowhere in the world more overwhelming.

More info: Double room with breakfast from 480 euros

8. Sunrise view from bed: Raffles Seychelles, Indian Ocean

Between tropical green hills, a 500 meter long powdered sugar beach and crystal clear sea in all nuances that the color turquoise has to offer: The luxury hotel “Raffles Seychelles” is hidden in the northeast of the Seychelles island of Praslin. The twelve kilometer long and five kilometer wide island is known for its coco de mer palm trees and dream beaches, which have been voted the most beautiful in the world several times.

While the 5-star hotel with its 86 rooms and villas is traded as an exclusive retreat for nature lovers. The special thing about it: The view from your bed straight into the sunrise over the Indian Ocean. Even late risers set the alarm clock for this spectacle. But even during the day, the view from the lounger by the infinity pool takes your breath away. A symphony of blue tones amid lush tropical vegetation,

More info: from 1137 euros per night for 2 people with half board

9. View of limestone cliffs and the Andaman Sea: COMO Point Yamu, Thailand

Fantastic views over, under and over the water: The luxury hotel “COMO Point Yamu” is located on the Thai island of Phuket at the entrance to the famous Phang Nga Bay. In Phang Nga Bay, limestone cliffs protrude like needles from the turquoise blue water, like the so-called James Bond Island. The 5-star resort is located in a slightly elevated position on Cape Yamu – perfect conditions for views of the limestone cliffs and the Andaman Sea from the 106 rooms, suites and villas.

But just enjoying the panoramic view from above would be a shame, because amazement is also the order of the day underwater: the diving area in the Unesco protected waters with its colorful coral reefs is world class. The COMO’s spa also falls into the same category: traditional Thai herbs and spices are integrated into all treatments. Another experience for all the senses!

More info: from 210 euros per night for 2 people in a double room (Bay Room)