Best Hotels with Pool and Jacuzzi in Bad Gastein
Bad Gastein sits in the Gastein Valley of the Hohe Tauern, a spa town known for its thermal water and Belle Époque buildings around the famous waterfall. That heritage shows in its hotels: on this page you will find thermal pools at EUROPÄISCHER HOF Bad Gastein and Thermal Resort Hotel Elisabethpark, a rooftop pool at Urban Nature Bad Gastein - Badeschloss and a heated outdoor pool at Hotel Alpenblick. I sorted them by the kind of water they offer, because after a day on the Stubnerkogel the right pool matters more than the room. Families, couples and adults-only stays each have a clear match.
Bad Gastein exudes an elegant, almost regal atmosphere, a stark contrast to some of the more rustic ski villages. Its dramatic waterfall cascading through the town center and grand historic buildings give it a distinctive character. The town is a hub for both winter sports and spa culture, creating a unique synergy where you can carve turns on the Stubnerkogel slopes in the morning and soak in thermal waters by afternoon. This blend of active and restorative pursuits defines Bad Gastein, making it a destination for those who appreciate both adventure and refined relaxation.
Where to stay
Thermal, rooftop or outdoor: choosing your pool
Bad Gastein grew around its thermal springs, and many of its hotels still build their spa around warm water. A pool and jacuzzi here can mean a thermal pool, an indoor pool with whirlpool, a rooftop pool or an outdoor pool with valley views. Hotel Salzburger Hof has two spa areas with an indoor pool and hot tub, MONDI Hotel Bellevue Gastein adds a children's pool with a slide, and A-ROSA Straubinger Grand Hotel offers an infinity pool for adults only. I describe only what each hotel lists.
Thermal water is the thread that runs through Bad Gastein. EUROPÄISCHER HOF Bad Gastein has a vast spa with a thermal pool, gourmet dining and ski storage, and Thermal Resort Hotel Elisabethpark pairs its thermal pool with half-board dining and rooms with park or valley views. Thermenhotel Krone - inklusive Felsentherme adds an open-air bath to its indoor pool and steam room. If the town's spa tradition is the reason you chose Bad Gastein, these three hotels let you enjoy it without leaving the building after a day in the Gastein Valley.
Families need more than a single pool. MONDI Hotel Bellevue Gastein, in the centre of Bad Gastein, has an indoor pool, a whirlpool, a sauna, a steam bath and a children's pool with a slide, so younger guests have their own water. Hotel Salzburger Hof sits steps from the ski lifts and the thermal spa, with two spa areas, an indoor pool and a hot tub. Both make it easy to go from the slopes to the pool in a few minutes, which is often what decides a family's evening after a long ski day.
Views change the experience. Urban Nature Bad Gastein - Badeschloss has a rooftop swimming pool with a spa, sauna and fitness centre, while Hotel Alpenblick offers a heated outdoor pool and a sunbathing terrace looking across the Gastein Valley and the Alps. For couples, A-ROSA Straubinger Grand Hotel Bad Gastein is adults only, with an infinity pool and a comprehensive spa. The Comodo Bad Gastein, a Member of Design Hotels adds an indoor pool and a pool with a view. I would choose by the view you want from the water.
The best pool depends on how your day is built. If you ski the Stubnerkogel from morning to late afternoon, a hotel close to the lifts such as Hotel Salzburger Hof saves time and lets you swim before dinner. If you plan rest days, a thermal pool at EUROPÄISCHER HOF Bad Gastein or Thermal Resort Hotel Elisabethpark gives the spa-town feel that made Bad Gastein famous. And if you travel with children, the children's pool with a slide at MONDI Hotel Bellevue Gastein is the most practical choice on this page.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a pool-focused stay in Bad Gastein, I would choose EUROPÄISCHER HOF Bad Gastein first, because its vast spa includes a thermal pool and it also offers ski storage for days on the Stubnerkogel. With children, my pick is MONDI Hotel Bellevue Gastein, in the town centre, which has an indoor pool, a whirlpool and a children's pool with a slide. Couples who want quiet should look at A-ROSA Straubinger Grand Hotel, an adults-only hotel with an infinity pool and mountain-view rooms.
Pool & jacuzziAlpine Spa Hotel Haus Hirt
Mountain views, spa, and family skiing in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itHaus Hirt gave us that rare mix of real spa and easy family stay. The kids split their afternoons between the indoor and outdoor pools while we took turns in the wellness centre. Our balcony looked straight onto the mountains, and evenings by the fireplace were the cosiest part of the day. The restaurant was relaxed with children, and ski storage on site meant no lugging gear around.
Pool & jacuzziNefer, Haus
Family rooms, hot tub, and mountain views in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itNefer, Haus felt more like a mountain home than a hotel. Our family room had its own bathroom and a balcony with mountain views, and the shared kitchen let us cook simple dinners, which saved money with three hungry kids. Evenings were spent around the outdoor fireplace or in the hot tub, and on sunny days we fired up the barbecue. It sits less than a kilometre from Bad Gastein, so the village is close.
Pool & jacuzziA-ROSA Straubinger Grand Hotel Bad Gastein - Adults Only
Adults-only hotel with infinity pool, spa, and mountain views
Why guests love itWe came to the A-ROSA Straubinger as a couple and loved that it is adults-only, so evenings stayed calm from the bar to the restaurant. The infinity pool was our favourite spot after skiing, with the mountains right in front of us. The spa and a massage sorted out tired legs, and storing our skis on site kept mornings simple. Our mountain-view room was comfortable and the WiFi worked well.
Pool & jacuzziAlpinSpa zur Post - Bergbahn im Sommer 2026 inklusive
Spa, balconies, and easy ski bus access in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itAlpinSpa zur Post sits in Böckstein, and the ski bus stop nearby made getting to the slopes easy with the kids. After skiing we went straight to the sauna and infrared cabin, which felt great on sore muscles. Our apartment had a balcony and plenty of room for gear, plus ski storage downstairs. The four-course dinners at the restaurant were a highlight, and the radon galleries are close if you want a different kind of day.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Alpenblick
Panoramic views, spa with heated outdoor pool, family-run
Why guests love itHotel Alpenblick is the family-run address I recommend in Bad Gastein to skiers who want views and a proper spa after the slopes. It looks out over the Gastein Valley and the Alps, and the spa area has a heated outdoor pool, a sauna, an infrared cabin and a steam bath, plus a sunbathing terrace. The town centre is a 10-minute walk, and a bus serves the Stubnerkogel lifts. Ski storage is available, and the hotel scores 9.2 from 193 reviews.
Pool & jacuzziMONDI Hotel Bellevue Gastein
Family-friendly wellness hotel near Bad Gastein's slopes and waterfall
Why guests love itMONDI Hotel Bellevue is the family address I recommend in central Bad Gastein, a short walk from the cable cars and the town's well-known waterfall. The wellness area is the reason to book: an indoor pool, a whirlpool, a sauna and a steam bath for adults, and a children's pool with a slide for younger guests. That combination keeps everyone busy after skiing without leaving the hotel. My advice: it suits families and couples who want relaxation close to the lifts.
Pool & jacuzziUrban Nature Bad Gastein - Badeschloss
Rooftop pool, spa, and mountain views in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itThe rooftop swimming pool at the Badeschloss was the moment our teenagers stopped looking at their phones. Our mountain-view room was comfortable, with a private bathroom and a tea and coffee maker for slow mornings. After skiing we split up: sauna and spa for one of us, a yoga class for the other, while the kids swam. The modern restaurant mixes Austrian and local dishes, and ski storage is on site.
Pool & jacuzziThe Comodo Bad Gastein, a Member of Design Hotels
Spa, pool with a view, and family-friendly comfort
Why guests love itThe Comodo is design-led but still felt relaxed with children. Our family room was stylish and comfortable, and the indoor pool with its valley view became the highlight of every afternoon. The restaurant serves local cuisine with plenty of options for different diets, which mattered for our daughter's allergy. Ski storage and a fitness centre round it off, and the railway station is only a short distance away.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Salzburger Hof
Mountain views, two spas, and steps from the lifts
Why guests love itWhat sold us on the Salzburger Hof was the location: steps from the ski lifts, the thermal spa and the town centre, so no car needed all week. Back at the hotel we had two spa areas to choose from, and the kids loved the indoor pool and hot tub before dinner. The playroom gave us a quiet half hour now and then, and the panoramic mountain views from our elegant room never got old.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Post
Adults-only retreat with spa, mountain views, and ski storage
Why guests love itWe came as a couple and loved that Hotel Post is adults-only, so evenings stayed calm. After skiing we went straight to the spa: sauna, steam room and hot tub, then a quiet hour in the fitness room the next morning. Our room had mountain views, the ski storage saved us hauling gear upstairs, and the railway station and the waterfall are both a short walk away, which made arriving by train easy.
Pool & jacuzziEUROPÄISCHER HOF Bad Gastein
Thermal spa, gourmet dining, and mountain serenity
Why guests love itThe EUROPÄISCHER HOF gave us a classic four-star superior stay in the Gastein Valley. The huge spa and indoor thermal pool were where the whole family ended every ski day, and the kids loved the warm water. Half-board dinners were genuinely gourmet, which made evenings easy with no need to go out. Ski storage was handy, and we even tried cross-country skiing one afternoon for a change of pace.
Pool & jacuzziGRUBERS, Hotel Appartments Gastein
Family rooms, spa, and mountain views in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itGRUBERS worked well for us as a flexible family base. Our family room had a balcony with mountain views and its own bathroom, and buying ski passes right at the hotel saved a queue. After skiing we used the sauna and hot tub, and one of us even joined a yoga class. The family-friendly restaurant served Austrian dishes with vegetarian options, which kept everyone at the table happy.
Pool & jacuzziThermenhotel Krone - inklusive Felsentherme
Spa, pool with a view, and Austrian dining in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itThermenhotel Krone is the Bad Gastein address I recommend to skiers who arrive by train: it is a few steps from the railway station and the Bad Gastein Waterfall. Its spa and wellness centre has a swimming pool with a view, an indoor pool, a sauna, a steam room and an open-air bath, and the name confirms that the Felsentherme is included. The traditional restaurant serves Austrian cuisine. It scores 8.4 from 188 reviews.
Pool & jacuzziResidence AlpenHeart
Quiet location, spa access, and half-board in Bad Gastein
Why guests love itResidence AlpenHeart gave us a quiet spot close to the centre, about 500 metres from the Stubnerkogel cable car, so the morning walk with the kids was manageable. We booked half-board, which took the pressure off planning dinners after long ski days. The sauna was our reward in the evening, and our balcony looked out on the mountains. On a rest day we walked five minutes to the Felsentherme thermal spa.
Pool & jacuzziThermal Resort Hotel Elisabethpark
Thermal pool, spa, and half-board in central Bad Gastein
Why guests love itThermal Resort Hotel Elisabethpark is the address I suggest in Bad Gastein to travellers who come as much for the thermal water as for the skiing: it has a thermal pool and spa and wellness facilities. Its central location in the resort makes evenings easy, rooms look onto the park or across the valley, and half-board is available in the Panorama Restaurant. Ski storage is provided. Its 7.4 score from 78 reviews is more modest, so I would choose it for the thermal pool first.
Local tips
- 1Look for hotels with thermal water pools for an authentic Bad Gastein experience.
- 2Check if the hotel offers outdoor hot tubs or pools with mountain views for added charm.
- 3Consider hotels with dedicated children's pools if you are traveling with family.
- 4Inquire about spa packages that combine pool access with massages or other treatments.
- 5Book your spa treatments in advance, especially during peak ski season, to secure your spot.
- 6If a heated outdoor pool matters to you, ask about its winter opening hours, as they can be shorter than the indoor spa's.