The days are getting shorter and the temperatures will soon drop. We’ve taken a close look at the spa scene in and around Vienna to find the best deals and experiences for you. From comfortable city spas to Asian-style spa concepts in the countryside of Lower Austria, we’ll show you where you can get the most relaxation for your money.
Therme Wien is our absolute go-to for a quick wellness fix. Just hop on the U1 subway line, and in just under 15 minutes, you’ll be right in front of one of Europe’s largest urban swimming pools.
It’s often pretty packed here on rainy weekends, which is why the grounds are cleverly divided into lively family zones and very quiet relaxation areas. Price-wise, Therme Wien falls squarely in the mid-range: a day pass without sauna starts at 34 euros. This spa also works very well for families with children.
Just about 45 minutes south of Vienna, a completely different world awaits you. The Linsberg Asia Spa follows a strict “adults-only” policy for guests 16 and older, which is why absolute silence reigns in the pools and relaxation areas here.
The architecture is consistently Asian-inspired and minimalist, which really helps you relax. Here, you can warm up in eight thermal pools and sweat out the stress in nine different saunas. Price-wise, you’re in the higher-end range: Admission for a few hours starts at €32.
For this resort, you’ll have to travel a bit further by train or car toward Upper Austria, but it’s well worth the effort. The massive EurothermenResort Bad Schallerbach is divided into several areas, with the Cabrio-Therme Tropicana being the absolute highlight for gloomy days.
Here, you can swim under real palm trees, grab drinks right from the pool bar while in the water, and when the weather’s nice, the huge glass roof opens up completely. The experience is complemented by the large sauna village AusZeit. In terms of price, the facility—with a clear focus on premium quality —is among the more expensive options in the country—with an admission fee of around €50—but it delivers an extremely clean and modern facility in return.
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This place is more than just a thermal spa. The entire complex in Eastern Styria was designed by the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. No sharp edges—instead, green-covered roofs, colorful columns, and winding paths give the complex a genuine village feel.
The absolute centerpiece is the steaming Vulkania healing lake, which is extremely rich in minerals and maintains a constant outdoor temperature of 37 degrees. In addition to the regular pools, there’s an excellent sauna area, which is already included in the daily admission price. The experience costs around 41 euros for adults.
Nestled in the heart of Upper Austria’s Innviertel region, the Spa Resort Geinberg specializes in pure escapism when the weather’s bad. Instead of traditional thermal water, it features a massive Caribbean-style lagoon where you can swim in healing saltwater both indoors and outdoors.
When you get out of the water, you walk right across a real sandy beach and can relax under palm trees. With over 3,000 square meters of water area and a very spacious sauna area, you won’t be stepping on anyone’s toes here. The Therme caters to a crowd that’s willing to spend a little extra for exclusive quality.
Take the train for just under an hour eastward deep into Burgenland. The large lodge is located right on the edge of the Neusiedler See–Seewinkel National Park, which gives the entire resort an incredibly grounded atmosphere.
From the indoor pools, you can look right out through huge panoramic windows onto the hotel’s own swimming lake and the vast natural landscape. In the summer, a dedicated bar opens out here on the sand island, while in the winter, hot thermal pools and the separate sauna area beckon. With a day pass for around 40 euros, you’re in the very fair mid-range price bracket here.
Heading toward the Czech border, the S2 S-Bahn line takes you almost right to the doorstep of this very modern facility in the Weinviertel region. The water from the sodium-chloride-iodine mineral spring has a high salt content, which feels like a nourishing balm on your skin while you bathe.
The atmosphere in the main area is quite lively thanks to children and families. If you want to completely shut out the crowds, book a very expensive but exclusive ticket for the Silent Spa, which grants access to its own pools and saunas. The basic ticket for the regular spa, on the other hand, is absolutely affordable and a great deal for a hassle-free day trip.
