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Boasting spectacular views of the Austrian Alps, Naturhotel Forsthofgut has to be one of the most family friendly luxury resorts around. Set an hour's drive from Salzburg in the village of Leogang, the hotel is a destination in itself and you'll find it hard to leave.
Days are spent soaking up the abundance of modern wellness facilities, including an impressive family spa alongside a dedicated adults-only spa. There's an extensive choice of saunas, steam rooms, heated indoor and outdoor pools, including a natural swimming lake, slides and water features. Nothing beats paddle boarding on the natural pond while soaking up those Instagram-famous views.
Children are also kept entertained with supervised kids' club activities, two games rooms and the miniGUT farm where you can feed the animals, go horse riding or try a wholesome Alpaca trek, and burn off energy on the endless outdoor play equipment.
The hotel does a great job of blending traditional Alpine architecture with contemporary luxury, and countless floor to ceiling windows showcase the breathtaking views. Rooms cater well to families with features like separate bunk-bed rooms for the kids, cots and baby change tables.
Retreat to the adult-only spa for some peace, which includes a serene outdoor lap-pool, 'textile-free' (no clothing, just a towel) saunas, yoga studio and gym. Plus, large relaxation spaces, where you can cosy up with a blanket and soak up forest audio. Or why not pop to The Botanist Bar to sip on a perfectly-crafted herby cocktail?
The food is a highlight - locally-sourced within 30 miles of the hotel and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. There's a complimentary 'afternoon snack' (like a late lunch), a fantastic breakfast buffet and 3 menu choices (5-courses) at dinner too. Or guests can dine in one of the 3 à la carte restaurants for a supplement, silva, Restaurant 1617 or Mizumi, where you can tuck into sushi overlooking the natural pond and mountains.
Visit in winter and you can ski directly to the hotel, with the ski lift just a five-minute walk away (complimentary one-ascent foot passenger lift passes are offered year-round). Finally, service is relaxed but efficient, and many staff members go above and beyond to make your stay special.
Active Holiday
Spa breaks
Families
Skiing
Yoga
Kids Club
Half Board
Restaurant
Great walks
Spa
Onsen
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Family Suites
Quiet
Eco
Owner managed
Luxury
Mountain biking
Romantic
Wellbeing
Disabled access
Child friendly
Wine tasting
Pet friendly
Gym
Chic
Cycling
Hills & mountains
Tennis Court
Rooms
112 rooms in this hotelSwimming Pool
Swimming lake, numerous pools including a 25m infinity pool and water features for adults and childrenKids Club
A supervised daily kids club f(2 years and over) 9 am to 9 pm is included in the room priceHalf Board
The price quoted is per room and includes breakfast, afternoon tea and five course dinnerRestaurant
Breakfast from the Genussmarkt, 10 separate dining rooms, 3 à la carte restaurantsParking
Free outside parking and paid underground parkingSpa
Both an adult-only and a dedicated family spaOnsen
incorporated in the outdoor swimming lakeMassage
Sauna/Steam
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Bar
Family Suites
Babysitting
Wifi
Disabled access
Room service
Child friendly
Pet friendly
Gym
Garden
Tennis Court
Skiing
Yoga
Great walks
Mountain biking
Wine tasting
Cycling
Why do people love staying in your hotel? The friendly ambience and a staff for whom nothing is too much trouble; the children love the kids club and all the activities and this makes for very happy parents
What is there to do in the area? There’s so much to do in the hotel it’s hard to tear yourself away, but taking the lift up to the Leoganger Mountains and exploring the stunning countryside is a treat. There is skiing/snowshoeing and ice-climbing in winter; in summer hiking, mountain biking or road cycling, visiting farms.
What kind of breakfast do you offer? Extensive buffet – entirely organic and package free – also hot food and a la carte service.
Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? We serve an afternoon snack from 2.30-4.30 and also afternoon cakes for tea; breakfast and dinner is always available and in addition there are 3 a la carte restaurants.
Which are your most popular room types, and why? The family suites for their space, views and comfort.
What message would you like to give The Hotel Guru readers? Be sure to make reservations in advance for treatments in the waldSPA AND in the a la carte restaurants to avoid disappointment
Never a dull moment at this compact but busy, family-owned resort hotel surrounded by Leogang mountains. A winter skiing and a summer activity programme combines with a large adult-only spa area and lots of family-focussed facilities. Half board rates apply and there’s a big emphasis on eco and local.
Originally published by The Telegraph
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