Hotel Klosterbräu, Seefeld: A unique gem in Tyrol
This luxurious 5-star hotel is located in a historic 16th century monastery, offering a unique combination of history, Tyrolean charm and modern luxury. It is a perfect getaway for a relaxing break or active days both in summer and winter. This blog is all about spending three nights at this alpine gem – between delicious food, walks in the snow and calming spa moments.
Hotel Klosterbräu & Spa in a nutshell
Location & surrounding –The Spa & Wellnesshotel Klosterbräu is located in the center of Seefeld, a beautiful region in Tyrol, only a few minutes away from Innsbruck. It is a well-known area for various types of winter sports, especially cross-country skiing, but also in summer a wonderful destination for wellness & nature.
How to get there – You can easily reach the hotel by car. They also offer parking spaces from the hotel, including charging stations for electric cars. Traveling by train is also a great option.
Hotel facilities – The hotel has a 3,500 square meter spa area with various pools, saunas & relaxation rooms, a huge gym, a variety of dining options, a petting zoo and much more!
Rooms & Suites – In addition to various traditional-style rooms, there are also natural rooms made of wood and 95% regional materials, playful suites and a panoramic loft
Breakfast & Dinner – Breakfast is served daily in the form of a buffet mixed with a selection of egg dishes a la carte. For dinner, you can choose from various restaurants and a 4-course half-board menu.
Things to do - In winter there is way more to experience besides winter sports and wellness: a light installation, the Christmas market in Seefeld or a horse-drawn carriage ride through the small town. In summer the region invites you to go hiking and relax in nature. Seefeld is also a well-known golf destination.
Location & Surroundings
Seefeld in Tirol, nestled in the impressive mountain landscape of the Austrian Alps, is a popular holiday destination for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. The town is particularly well-known for its first-class cross-country skiing area, which has hosted several international competitions, including the Winter Olympics and the Nordic World Ski Championships. The region is a paradise for outdoor activities: skiing, snowshoeing and sledging in winter – hiking, mountain biking and golfing in summer.
Seefeld also offers a charming mix of traditional Tyrolean flair and upscale hospitality, with numerous high-quality restaurants. The town's pedestrian zone with its cafés and boutiques invites you to take a relaxing stroll.
The Seekirchl, one of Seefeld's landmarks, is particularly impressive and is located in a picturesque setting.
How to get to Seefeld?
Travelling to Seefeld is convenient and there are various options. You can reach Seefeld by car via the A12 Inntal motorway (Zirl exit) or from Germany via the Garmischer Straße (B2) and the B177, which is toll-free. Hotel Klosterbräu also offers its own car park and e-charging stations for guests. However, there is a small extra charge for this service.
Those who prefer to travel by train benefit from the good connections: Seefeld is located directly on the Mittenwald railway line and has a train station that is served by international trains such as the Railjet and regional connections.
Arriving to Seefeld by plane is uncomplicated, as the nearest airport in Innsbruck is only around 25 kilometres away. From Innsbruck, you can reach Seefeld in around 30 minutes by taxi, shuttle service or train. Alternatively, the airports of Munich (approx. 165 kilometres) and Salzburg (approx. 200 kilometres) also offer good connections. From there, transfers, hire cars or train connections are available to cover the remaining distance to Seefeld.
Hotel facilities
The Spiritual SPA at the Hotel Klosterbräu is an unforgettable wellness paradise that offers pure relaxation and regeneration on 3,500 m².
There are a total of five pools, including two outdoor pools, one of which is a panoramic rooftop whirlpool, a family area and an adults only area. The sauna area is divided into seven themed saunas with different experience infusions and differently distributed relaxation rooms in a romantic atmosphere with a fireplace and co.
In the relaxation rooms, some in traditional monastery style, you can escape from everyday life for a short while. The spa area is really extensive with a huge number of different treatment rooms and there is a new room or corridor to discover almost every day. Of course, you can also book a variety of treatments such as massages, facials, body treatments and baths separately to your wellness experience.
In addition to the outdoor sports activities, the gym, equipped with natural materials and designed in a unique style, invites you to a sports session.
A few steps away from the hotel and a short walk through the monastery rose garden and along the road you will find some cute animals: donkeys, Shetland ponies, pigs and more. The petting zoo is called ‘Sigis Sauhaufen’ - on the website you can also find the names of the individual inhabitants. Believe me - it's not just great for children there!
Rooms & Suites
The wellness hotel has a variety of different room categories - from romantic rooms in traditional monastery style to modern natural rooms made from regional materials. The lovingly designed rooms are characterised by high-quality materials, warm colours and an elegant combination of alpine style plus contemporary design. All rooms are equipped with luxurious beds, state-of-the-art technology, stylish bathrooms and, in some cases, individual designs. The suites combine historical charm with modern luxury and offer the highest level of comfort for every requirement. All suites are very spacious, some even have a private sauna!
We stayed in one of these natural rooms with an amazing view of the surrounding winter wonderland from our private balcony.
Breakfast & Dinner
Not only is the spa area at Hotel Klosterbräu very extensive, also is the culinary area. You can choose from 9 different dinner locations, including unique experiences such as a romantic candlelight dinner in the monastery cellar or on the Romeo and Juliet balcony. In addition to the regular half-board restaurant, there is also the Bräukeller Grill & Veggie.
Breakfast is served daily in buffet form with a choice of a la carte egg options as well as porrdige and dishes such as eggs benedict. The buffet offers a selection of fresh seasonal fruit, a wide range of cold cuts, freshly baked bread and pastries, yoghurt, fresh juices and much more to satisfy your breakfast cravings. The special thing about breakfast: every morning, an egg per room awaits you on the happy egg wall - from the hotel's happy wandering hens.
With half-board, you can experience a daily changing 4-course a la carte menu, where you can choose from a selection of 3 to 4 dishes for starter, main course and dessert. Between the starter and main course, you will be surprised by a daily changing pasta dish and you can also treat yourself at the salad bar.
Things to do
There are plenty of things to to in the area of Seefeld and surrounding the Klosterbräu Hotel & SPA – besides wellness and relaxing.
In winter, Seefeld in Tirol offers an impressive variety of activities such as cross-country skiing, skiing and snowboarding, winter hiking, snowshoeing and many other activities. During the Advent season, Seefeld also attracts with a charming Christmas market offering regional handcrafted things and culinary delights.
In summer, Seefeld offers a wide range of activities in the middle of a breathtaking mountain landscape. Hikers can choose from a network of hiking trails, ranging from leisurely strolls to challenging summit tours. For the more adventurous, there are also numerous opportunities for mountain biking, paragliding and golfing, while the nearby Wildsee lake is ideal for swimming and boat trips in summer.
The Hotel Klosterbräu & SPA in Seefeld offers a perfect combination of historic atmosphere, luxurious comfort and first-class service, making every stay an unforgettable experience. With its unique spa area, excellent cuisine and wide range of leisure activities, it is the ideal place for relaxation and adventure in the middle of the impressive Tyrolean Alps. Whether in winter, spring, summer or autumn - we are sure that the hotel has a lot to offer at any time of year.