Scenic Austria eco-oasis with a spa

• In harmony with nature: Relax with a clean conscience at the eco-friendly Garten-Hotel Ochensberger. Nestled amidst 7,500 square metres of verdant gardens, the hotel embodies sustainable luxury. Here, environmental responsibility meets modern design and technology. Enjoy a guilt-free getaway surrounded by nature, knowing your stay is kind to the planet.

• Gastronomic excellence: Awarded two Falstaff forks, the à la carte restaurant pulsates with a vibrant atmosphere, serving award-winning culinary creations that have garnered regional and national acclaim. When the weather cooperates, enjoy a meal bathed in sunshine on the terrace or surrounded by the charming orchard garden. Don't miss the Torteria Patrizia, the hotel's in-house patisserie, where every bite bursts with love and handcrafted perfection.

• World-class wellness: Immerse yourself in tranquillity at the adults-only STEIERNESS Spa Paradise. This haven of rejuvenation extends over 1,000 square metres of pampering bliss - unwind in one of four saunas, take a refreshing dip in the heated indoor pool, re-energise in the expansive Powerpoint fitness room, or enjoy a rejuvenating massage using natural products. And all of this while basking in dreamlike views of the surrounding greenery.

How to get there

The hotel is located in the centre of St Ruprecht an der Raab. The nearest international airport is Graz Airport, which is just over 30 kilometres away and takes just around minutes by car, or an hour and 40 minutes via public transport. St Ruprecht an der Raab station is also just a two-minute drive or 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Good to know

The Garten-Hotel Ochensberger has been certified with the Austrian Ecolabel, and is the first place in the country to be certified with the EU Ecolabel. It has also been awarded the 'Nature in the Garden' seal of quality.

Please note that access to the adults-only wellness area is reserved for guests aged 15 years old and over.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.