Arosa Hotels with Pool and Hot Tub
Arosa sits at the end of the Schanfigg valley, reached by the Rhaetian Railway from Chur, and fourteen of its listed hotels carry the pool and hot tub label. The range is wide. Tschuggen Grand Hotel has a 5,000 m² spa and its own cable car to the slopes, Hotel Altein Arosa sits between two lakes with two indoor pools and a hot tub, and Arosa Alpine Club offers adults-only stays with a pool with a view. Hotel Astoria has two jacuzzis close to the station, while Sunstar and Blatter's add indoor pools. Two listed hotels, Stoffel and Gspan, describe no pool at all.
Arosa feels calmer than many Swiss resorts: it sits at the end of a winding road and a scenic railway, with two lakes in the village and larch forest on the slopes. The ski area links over to Lenzerheide, while winter walks and the frozen Obersee give non-skiers plenty to do between spa sessions.
Where to stay
Arosa's pools and spas compared
Arosa is a car-light resort at about 1,800 metres, with the Obersee and Untersee lakes in the village, the Weisshorn above it and a lift link to Lenzerheide that forms one large ski area. Long, cold days on these slopes make an indoor pool or a hot tub a real asset. This page compares the fourteen listed hotels by what their water facilities actually are, from large resort spas to small hot tubs.
Tschuggen Grand Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World is the reference for spa lovers in Arosa. Set at around 1,800 metres, it has a 5,000 m² spa, four restaurants and its own private cable car to the ski and hiking area, which saves the morning walk to the lifts. Rated 9.1 by more than 280 guests, it suits couples or families who want the spa to be the centre of the stay. BelArosa Chalet, a small luxury house with a pool with a view, sauna and yoga classes, is the quieter high-end alternative, though it has very few reviews so far.
Hotel Altein Arosa, a Faern Collection Resort, is the best-reviewed large option, with more than 1,100 reviews. It sits between two lakes, a few minutes on foot from the train station, and its spa has two indoor pools, a hot tub, a steam bath and a sauna. Sunstar Hotel Arosa, on the edge of the forest with views over the mountains and the lake, includes its spa with indoor pool and steam bath in the stay and offers half board with a five-course menu. Blatter's Arosa Hotel adds an indoor pool, sauna, massages and a free ski bus.
Adults travelling without children have two clear options. Arosa Alpine Club is an adults-only hotel with a pool with a view, a sauna, a fitness centre and even a tennis court, and most rooms have mountain-view balconies. Hotel Stoffel is also adults-only and sits a minute from the slopes in upper Arosa, but its listing mentions no pool or hot tub, so book it for ski access rather than for water. Hotel Astoria, a 3-star superior hotel 300 metres from the cable car and station, has two jacuzzis, two infrared cabins and a sauna, a practical choice for skiers.
Families and self-caterers are well covered too. Postresidenz am See has family rooms with balconies and a spa with hot tub, sauna and hammam. Hof Arosa offers apartments with an indoor pool, a sauna and a children's playground, and Hotel Prätschli adds an indoor pool and a spa. BelArosa Suiten, rated 9.6, has ski-to-door access and a spa included in the stay, and guests of its sister AlpinArosa can use it too. Hotel Gspan, in a historic building with a garden, lists no pool, so choose it for its setting rather than for a swim after skiing.
A traveler's perspectiveI would choose Hotel Altein Arosa for a pool-first week: two indoor pools and a hot tub, set between the lakes and a short walk from the station. My advice is to arrive on the Rhaetian Railway from Chur, which climbs the Schanfigg valley to the village, and leave the car behind. For a full luxury spa, I would book Tschuggen Grand Hotel and its 5,000 m² spa instead.
Pool & jacuzziBelArosa Chalet - the luxury hideaway in the Swiss Alps
Luxury chalet with spa, pool, and mountain views
Why guests love itBelArosa Chalet is a five-star chalet in Arosa where rooms come with balconies, mountain views and fully equipped kitchens, and I would book it for families who want hotel-level spa facilities with the freedom of their own kitchen. The swimming pool with a view suits children, while the sauna, fitness centre and yoga classes are there for parents. Guests have given it a perfect 10, but from only five reviews so far, so treat that score with caution.
Pool & jacuzziBelArosa Suiten & Wellness 4 Sterne Superior
Alpine style, ski-to-door, spa with pool and slides
Why guests love itThe indoor pool with a water slide at BelArosa was the kids' favourite part of the trip, hands down. We could ski back to the door, and the centre is only a five-minute walk, with the train station and cable cars 400 metres away. Our suite was spacious with a balcony, so nobody felt cramped after long days outside. The modern spa and fitness area were free to use and became our evening ritual.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Stoffel - adults only
Adults-only, ski-in access, and mountain views in Arosa
Why guests love itHotel Stoffel is in the upper part of Arosa, a minute's walk from the slopes, and when the snow was good we skied right back in. As a couple we appreciated the adults-only quiet and the mountain views from our room. The restaurant serves traditional regional cooking that hit the spot after cold days. Free private parking was handy, and in summer it caters to mountain bikers too. Peaceful, friendly and very good value.
Pool & jacuzziPostresidenz am See
Family-friendly comfort with extensive spa by the lake
Why guests love itPostresidenz am See struck a nice balance between family-friendly and grown-up comfort. Our family room had a private bathroom and a balcony, enough space for two kids and their ski kit. The spa is impressive for the size of the place: sauna, hot tub, steam room, hammam and a fitness centre, and we used most of them. The restaurant welcomed children warmly, and the bar was a cosy spot for a nightcap once they were asleep.
Pool & jacuzziBlatter's Arosa Hotel & Bella Vista SPA
Quiet Arosa retreat with spa, mountain views, and ski bus
Why guests love itBlatter's suited us because Arosa itself is quiet and the hotel matches that mood. Our room was spacious with a balcony and mountain views, and the breakfast buffet had plenty for picky eaters. The free ski bus took us to the lifts without hassle. Back at the hotel, the indoor pool kept the kids busy while I booked a massage at the Bella Vista spa, and dinner in the Grand Restaurant felt like a treat.
Pool & jacuzziTschuggen Grand Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World
Luxury alpine hotel with private cable car and vast spa
Why guests love itThe Tschuggen has its own private cable car straight up to the ski and hiking area, and our kids thought that was the coolest thing ever. At 1,800 metres the setting is spectacular, and our room had a balcony made for morning coffee. The 5,000 m² spa is a destination in itself; we lost whole afternoons there. With four restaurants, gourmet dinners never felt repetitive. A true luxury treat for a special family trip.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Gspan
Historic charm, mountain views, and family-friendly dining
Why guests love itStaying in Hotel Gspan's historic building gave the trip a special feel, and our kids loved exploring the old corridors. Our room had a private bathroom, a desk for my bit of remote work and a balcony with garden and mountain views. The family-friendly restaurant serves local and international dishes, with no raised eyebrows at noisy children. Sunny afternoons on the terrace overlooking the garden were our favourite moments.
Pool & jacuzziAlpinArosa
Alpine style, central location, and spa access
Why guests love itAlpinArosa put us 400 metres from the cable car and train station, which made arriving by rail and getting the kids up the mountain painless. Our alpine-style room had its own balcony, and breakfast was a relaxed start each day. The bonus was free access to the spa and fitness centre at sister hotel BelArosa nearby, which we used most evenings. Central, comfortable and great value for Arosa.
Pool & jacuzziHof Arosa
Quiet apartments with pool, sauna, and mountain access
Why guests love itHof Arosa gave us a proper apartment with a kitchen, which kept our food budget sane for a family of five. The location in the Schanfigg Valley is central yet quiet, and the Arosa cable cars are a short drive away. What sold it to the kids was the indoor pool and the playground outside, while we took turns in the sauna. Practical, peaceful and ideal if you like to cook and set your own pace.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Astoria
Wellness and games, close to cable car and train station
Why guests love itHotel Astoria sits 300 metres from both the Arosa cable car and the train station, so getting around with ski bags and children was refreshingly easy. The games room saved several evenings when the kids still had energy to spare. We loved the wellness area too: two jacuzzis, two infrared cabins and a sauna, plus a fitness room. Our room had mountain views, a flat-screen TV and reliable free Wi-Fi. Solid three-star superior comfort.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Prätschli
Family comfort, spa relaxation, and mountain access in Arosa
Why guests love itHotel Prätschli worked well as a ski base for our family, with direct access to the slopes and plenty to do once we came back in. The indoor pool was a daily must for the kids, while we split time between the spa and the fitness room. Our room had a private bathroom and a balcony with mountain views. The restaurant offered enough variety that we never got bored over the week. A comfortable four-star with a relaxed mood.
Pool & jacuzziHotel Altein Arosa, a Faern Collection Resort
Lakeside resort with extensive spa and mountain access
Why guests love itHotel Altein is the resort I recommend in Arosa for families who want a full spa and a car-free stay. It sits between two lakes, and the train station and the Weisshorn cable car are a few minutes away on foot. The spa has two indoor pools, a hot tub, a steam bath and a sauna, which keeps children and adults busy after skiing. The à la carte restaurant serves traditional local dishes. My advice: arrive by train and leave the car at home.
Pool & jacuzziAROSA ALPINE CLUB - Adults only
Adults-only retreat with spa, views, and fine dining
Why guests love itWe came without kids and the adults-only rule made the whole stay feel restful. The pool with a view was the highlight, a slow swim looking at the peaks after skiing, followed by the sauna. Our room had a mountain-view balcony and modern comforts, and the in-house restaurant and bar saved us from going out in the cold. There's even a tennis court and fitness centre if you still have energy left.
Pool & jacuzziSunstar Hotel Arosa
Forest-edge style, spa, and panoramic mountain views
Why guests love itSunstar sits on the edge of the forest with panoramic views over the mountains and the lake, and the kids spotted squirrels from the window on day one. Spa access was included, so the indoor pool, gym and steam bath became part of our daily rhythm. We went half board, and the five-course dinner was a fun ritual, even if our youngest skipped a course or two. The sports facilities kept our teenagers busy too.
Local tips
- 1Check the type of water: Altein, Sunstar, Blatter's, Hof Arosa and Prätschli list indoor pools, while Astoria offers jacuzzis only.
- 2Book Arosa Alpine Club if you want an adults-only hotel with a pool; Hotel Stoffel is adults-only but lists no pool.
- 3Arrive by the Rhaetian Railway from Chur: Altein, Astoria and BelArosa are all a short walk from Arosa station.
- 4Use Tschuggen Grand Hotel's private cable car to reach the slopes directly from the hotel.
- 5Ask Sunstar Hotel Arosa about half board, which includes a five-course dinner after the spa.
- 6Stay at AlpinArosa if you want access to the BelArosa spa at a smaller sister hotel.