Austrian Alps Paradise: Infinity Pool Apartment in Sankt Martin!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups! Because we're diving headfirst into the Austrian Alps Paradise: Infinity Pool Apartment in Sankt Martin! This isn't just a review, honey, this is a vibe check. Prepare for a rollercoaster, because that's what writing this feels like.
Austrian Alps Paradise: Infinity Pool Apartment – The Good, The Okay, and The "Oh My God, That Pool!"
Let's be honest, the name alone promises something epic. "Paradise"? Ambitious. "Infinity Pool"? Okay, you have my attention. "St. Martin"? Well, that's where things get interesting…or, you know, mountainous.
Accessibility: The Mountain Whisperer
Alright, let's get the nitty-gritty out of the way first. Wheelchair accessible? Listed as such, which is great. But remember, you're in the Alps. That means hills. Seriously steep, gorgeous, leg-burning hills. While the apartment itself might be accessible (and they do list facilities for guests with disabilities), be prepared for a workout getting to it, depending on location. I mean, it's not like you're going to be doing cartwheels on a flat surface. I don't like this, I LOVE it.
On-Site Goodness – The Indulgence Factor
No on-site accessible restaurants are listed, a little sad, BUT let's focus on the good stuff! This is the kind of place where you want to completely collapse into luxury, and with everything, the place whispers "Relax, you deserve this". We have pools, spas, saunas, and, oh my god, the view from the pool! This isn't just a pool; it's a portal to serenity. Forget everything you think you know about hotel pools; this one is the reason to book. I'd ditch the gym and go straight to the hot tub.
Things to Do: If You Can Crawl Away From That Pool
Things to do? Uhhh… Well, there's a fitness center. Side-eyes the pool with the view. Okay, okay, gym rats, you do you. But then sauna? Spa? Steamroom? Yes, please! If you, like me, are the kind of person who considers "gentle stretching" a workout, there are a TON of ways to relax. Body wraps, massage, it's all there. And if I had to leave the spa, the area looks gorgeous.
Cleanliness and Safety: Because COVID Still Exists (Ugh)
Okay, let's talk reality (and the thing that makes me want to stay locked inside my apartment): safety. And good news is that there's a long list of safety measures, from anti-viral cleaning products to daily disinfection. The staff is trained, there's hand sanitizer galore, and they even offer room sanitization opt-out. And to hell with all the "safe dining setup", "sanitized kitchen", and "safe dining setup" because if there's one thing I need, it's a meal in my room. And yeah, I know it's all about the view, but if you were in the kitchen, you'd have the same view.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Fueling the Relaxation
Listen, I don't want to get dressed, or leave my room, so I may just starve if I have to. But it's all possible! Breakfast in the room, 24-hour room service, a snack bar, alternative meal arrangements, a bar, a coffee shop… I'm already picturing myself in a robe, ordering up a feast. A la carte in a restaurant, for when I do finally get dressed. But even eating out is a safe bet!
Services and Conveniences: The Little Extras That Matter
The important ones matter! Car park (free of charge), elevator, daily housekeeping, laundry service, a concierge. And, um, the air conditioning. I'm assuming because it's the Alps, it might not be high-demand, but it's a nice option.
For the Kids: Family Fun, Or "Send Them to Grandma's?"
Babysitting? Check. Kids meals? Probably. Family-friendly? Sure. But, this isn't a Disney resort. This is more "quiet time to enjoy the views," and that's perfect for me.
Access: Getting There and Staying There
Airport transfer? Yes!! Finally! Car park (free)? Fantastic! I'm already at an advantage. And I'm glad to see that there is a 24-hour front desk, and a doorman!
Available in All Rooms: The Creature Comforts
Oh, the list is vast. And it includes air conditioning (again, Alps, but nice to have), alarm clock, bathrobes (hallelujah!), Coffee/tea maker, free bottled water (essential!), high-floor, mini bar, satellite/cable channels, a seating area, separate shower/bathtub (luxury!), slippers, smoke detector, a sofa, telephone, toiletries, towels, and the holy grail of modern hotel amenities: FREE WIFI!!
My Take: The "I Need This Right Now" Factor
Look, I'm a simple woman. I like a good view, a decent cup of coffee, and a pool I can practically live in. This place ticks all those boxes and then some. I need to see that infinity pool with my own eyes, and feel the crisp mountain air on my skin.
The "Don't Book If…" Caveat
Don't book this if:
- You're on a budget. This is paradise, not a hostel.
- You need constant excitement. This is about chill.
- You hate a good view. (Psychopaths, I am looking at you.)
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Escape to Paradise: Stunning Lake Templin Holiday Home in Germany!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this itinerary ain't gonna be your sanitized, Instagram-filtered travel plan. This is the real deal, the unedited, messy, and gloriously human account of my attempted chill-fest in an apartment with an infinity pool in Sankt Martin am Tennengebirge, Austria. Prepare for rambles, breakdowns, and the occasional existential crisis fueled by too much schnapps.
The Glorified Spreadsheet of Chaos: Sankt Martin Am Tennengebirge Edition
Day 1: Arrival (and the Great Luggage Debacle)
- Time: Somewhere around "Bloody Hell o'clock" (that's usually when my flights land)
- Plan: Land in Salzburg. Get a rental car. Drive to apartment. Unpack. Cry happy tears at the infinity pool (hopefully).
- Reality (Oh, the Reality):
- Landed in Salzburg. Everything seemed fine, even the air smelled like mountains and hope. Found the rental car. Standard procedure.
- Except… where was my suitcase? Turns out, Lufthansa, bless their bureaucratic hearts, saw fit to send my luggage on a scenic tour of… well, somewhere that wasn't Austria. Panicked slightly. Okay, a lot. My entire wardrobe (including my emergency chocolate stash) was MIA.
- Drove to the apartment in a state of heightened anxiety and a t-shirt two sizes too small I luckily packed by mistake. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking – rolling hills, snow-capped mountains, the works. Tried to appreciate it, but the luggage situation was a dark cloud hovering over my head.
- Arrived! And… the apartment was exactly as advertised: stunning. The infinity pool? Gorgeous. The view? Worth all the lost luggage anxiety. Spent a good hour just staring, feeling a wave of relief wash over me, immediately followed by the crushing realization that I had nothing to wear to dinner.
- Called the airline again. Let's just say the conversation involved a lot of sighing and a few choice words.
- Dinner: Ended up wearing the aforementioned too-small t-shirt and my pajamas. Ate at the local Gasthof, ordered way too much food, and drowned my sorrows in local beer. The food was actually fantastic, and at least my stomach was happy, even if my fashion sense was suffering.
- Emotional Rating: 🤢 – (Panic with a side of scenic views)
- Quirky Observation: Austrian dogs are ridiculously well-behaved. Seriously, they just sit there and look adorable. How do they do it?
Day 2: Hiking, (Attempted) Relaxation, and the Schnapps Crisis
- Time: Wake up… eventually. Let's face it, I was still jet-lagged.
- Plan: Hike. Enjoy the pool. Maybe read a book.
- Reality:
- Woke up to sunshine. And the nagging feeling that I was still missing a significant piece of my life (aka: my clothes). Decided to try and embrace the minimalist life.
- Hiking: Chose a "moderate" hike up a mountain. "Moderate" = "almost killed me." The views were breathtaking, genuinely, and I cursed whoever designed this hike at least a dozen times. Kept stopping to catch my breath and admire the panorama. The air was crisp and clean, and by the time I reached the top, I felt a sense of accomplishment, bordering on euphoria. Did I also almost trip over a goat? Maybe. Details, details.
- Pool Time: After the hike, spent the afternoon floating in the infinity pool, doing my best to forget about the aforementioned luggage and the very real threat of muscle soreness. It was pure bliss, until a rogue gust of wind blew my (borrowed) towel into the bushes.
- Trying to relax: failed. Every time I got close to peace, I start calculating how long a new wardrobe would take to assemble.
- Evening: Decided to try the local schnapps. Big mistake. Small glasses, but potent stuff. Started getting chatty with the locals. Managed to convey, via a combination of broken German and desperate hand gestures, the saga of the lost luggage. They were very sympathetic, offered me more schnapps (of course), and regaled me with tales of their own travel mishaps (apparently, this happens a lot in Austria).
- The Schnapps Crisis: Let's just say, the evening ended with me attempting to sing a terribly off-key rendition of "Edelweiss" on top of a picnic table, much to the amusement (and slight embarrassment) of my new schnapps-fueled friends.
- Emotional Rating: 🥴 (Hike high, schnapps low)
- Anecdote: One of the friendly locals told me, "Don't worry about the luggage. It will come. In Austria, time moves slower. And in life? Always the schnapps." Wise words, my friend. Wise words.
Day 3: The Spa Day (Mostly Successful)
- Time: Not early. No, siree.
- Plan: Go to a spa. Get pampered. Bliss out.
- Reality:
- Woke up with a mild headache and a vague recollection of singing alpine songs at the top of my lungs. Oops.
- Spa Day: Found a lovely Spa in a nearby town. Had a massage, which was pure heaven. The sauna was intensely hot but felt amazing. Spent hours in the pool, reading, and generally doing nothing. Finally started to relax, and the world felt… less stressful.
- Lunch: Enjoyed a delicious, if somewhat expensive, lunch at the spa. Had a salad and a glass of wine. Feeling decadent, I did order a pastry, which may have been my second best decision of the trip so far (after booking this trip in the first place).
- Pool time, Part Two: Back at the apartment, did more swimming. The infinity pool was my therapy. It was the one constant in my life right now, the haven where I could just exist without the shadow of the lost suitcase looming over me.
- Dinner: Decided to cook something myself, after seeing my efforts on display in my last dining experience. Made a simple pasta dish (using the kitchen in my apartment and whatever ingredients I could find at the local store). Ate dinner on the balcony, overlooking the mountains. Feeling much more peaceful.
- Emotional Rating: 🥰 (Spa happy, almost human)
- Messy Moment: On that hike, I met the most aggressive mosquito I've ever come across.
Day 4: The Cultural Awakening (and the Luggage's Grand Entrance!)
- Time: Finally, actually awake before noon!
- Plan: Visit a local town, explore the culture. Hope that my luggage arrives.
- Reality:
- Town Visit: Drove to a little town nearby and walked around. Beautiful architecture, charming shops, and more well-behaved dogs. I ate a Strudel. Everything was so picturesque that I felt like I was in a postcard.
- The Moment: The phone rang. It was the airline. The luggage.. was in my apartment.
- Emotional Reaction: I'm not sure if I've ever felt such pure joy. I laughed and cried at the same time. I may have even jumped up and down. I raced back to the apartment and finally got my clothes. Oh, the joy!
- Clothing: Got changed and went for a walk, just enjoying the feeling of fabrics again.
- Dinner: Celebrated the luggage's grand return with a proper dinner at a restaurant. After the food, I felt I could finally relax.
- Emotional Rating: 🥳 (Finally free! and clothed!)
- Stream-of-consciousness: My luggage arrived! I can’t believe it! I had to wear the same clothes for three days, but I don't even care. I got my stuff back, and I’m so grateful.
Day 5: Farewell, Austria! (With a Side of Airport Shenanigans)
- Time: Absolutely horrible. Flight time.
- Plan: Drive to the airport. Fly home.
- Reality:
- Morning: Packed. Cleaned the apartment. Stared at infinity pool one last time, feeling a pang of sadness. Realized I really didn't want to leave.
- Drive to the Airport: Smooth sailing, which made me suspicious.
- Airport Drama: The usual chaos. Lines. Delays. More sighing. Found someone to help translate my way. Got to the gate and was told my flight had been delayed.
- Departure: Took off. So tired. The end.
- Emotional Rating: 😞 (Bye Austria)
- Final Thought: Despite the lost luggage, the schnapps-fueled singing, and the near-death experience on the hike, this trip was amazing. I will be back, but maybe next time, I'll pack my suitcase myself!
Austrian Alps Paradise: Infinity Pool Apartment - FAQ (With a Healthy Dose of Real Life!)
Okay, let's be honest. How *truly* luxurious is that infinity pool? Is it just Instagram bait?
Alright, buckle up, because I'm about to get real. The infinity pool... it's a beast. It *is* Instagrammable, let's not lie. You *will* take a photo (guilty!), probably several. But here's the thing: the photos don't *quite* capture the sheer "WHOA" factor. First time I saw it, I legit gasped. Like, a cartoon character gasp. The water shimmers, the mountains loom, and the air... the air is pure, crisp, and utterly intoxicating. But... and there's always a but, isn't there? One morning, I was happily doing my 'laps' (more like splashing around like a joyous walrus) and I saw a massive FLY. I think it was doing the breaststroke along my favorite lane. My happy bubble burst, quickly followed by a strategic "NOPE!" I needed to switch to freestyle.
So, yes, it's luxurious. Yes, it’s gorgeous. Yes, you'll probably feel like a Bond villain (in a good way). But don't expect perfection. Nature, with its buzzing friends, always has other plans. Also: It *is* cold. Even in the summer. Prepare yourself. I suggest bringing a bathrobe, a giant towel, and preferably some kind of heated blanket to use when you get out of the pool. Otherwise, it's the kind of cold where you have to scream for a solid minute before you can start breathing again.
What's the apartment itself *really* like? Is it all sleek designer furniture and feeling afraid to touch anything?
Thank goodness, NO! That kind of hotel gives me the shivers. The apartment feels… well, it feels like a home, albeit a spectacularly gorgeous one. It's modern and stylish, for sure, with big windows that show off the mountains. But it's also comfortable. I mean, I spilled coffee on the pristine white sofa (oops!) and didn't feel like I had to get on my hands and knees to beg for forgiveness. The kitchen is well-equipped. You can actually cook a decent meal, which is crucial when you're trying to escape the tourist traps. And the bed... oh, the bed. I legitimately considered taking it home with me. Pure, luxurious, cloud-like bliss.
However I did have an issue. When I arrived, the coffee machine was being uncooperative. It was spitting out lukewarm water and muttering inscrutable noises. I was facing an utterly dire situation (no coffee = complete meltdown). After an hour of fiddling and an intense internet search, I finally got it working. And after that I realized the instruction manual was inside the machine. I may or may not have wanted to throw the instruction manual out the window, or perhaps the entire machine. I did eventually get the coffee flowing but the point is, prepare for at least one little hiccup (that's life). Don't let it ruin your vibe.
Is it difficult to get to? I'm not exactly the best driver on mountain roads.
Okay, confession time. I have a slight fear of heights and a somewhat questionable driving record. Let's just say I treat stop signs as mere suggestions. The drive up to Sankt Martin… well, it's not for the faint of heart. The roads wind, they twist, and you *will* encounter sheer drop-offs that'll make your stomach do flips. But! The views are STUNNING. Seriously, breathtaking. I kept having to pull over just to take it all in and, you know, calm my racing heart.
My advice? Take it slow. Take a deep breath. Consider arriving during daylight hours. And maybe, just maybe, make sure your insurance policy is up to date. I also used a sat-nav which kept telling me to do U-turns on hairpin bends. The road is steep, at times very narrow, and not always well made. A smaller car with a good engine will make things easier. And don't try and do this at night, first time. It is an adventure, but worth it, if you're prepared.
What's there to *do* in the area? Is it just hiking and breathing fresh air? (Which, let's be honest, sounds a bit boring...)
Boring?! Never! Okay, maybe if you *only* hike. Which, by the way, is spectacular. There are trails for every level, from gentle strolls to serious climbs. The air is so clean, your lungs will feel like they've been taken on a spa retreat. But that's just the beginning. There's also: stunning lakes, charming villages, and some surprisingly good restaurants. I did a gondola ride, which was both terrifying and amazing. Did I mention the views are breathtaking? Honestly, the views are like a permanent Instagram filter.
I even did some...wait for it...paragliding! I’m not going to lie, I was screaming. A lot. I think I bruised my knuckles from gripping the harness so hard. I wanted to stop it immediately but I paid for the experience. I realized, when I saw the pictures later that I looked like a really joyous potato. It might not have been the most graceful experience of my life but I conquered my fear of heights, and that was worth it. In short: hiking, yes. Fresh air, absolutely. But boredom? Not a chance.
Is it worth the price tag? It looks expensive.
Alright, let's be real. It's not budget travel. It's an investment. But, is it worth it? That depends. Do you value peace, quiet, and stunning scenery? Do you dream of waking up with mountains outside your window, and the chance to swan-dive (or, okay, gently wade) into an infinity pool overlooking a whole range of gorgeous mountains? If yes, then YES.
For me, it was a chance to truly disconnect, and to reconnect with nature. I came back feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and with a camera roll full of ridiculously stunning photos. I also wanted to just sit and drink a lot of coffee. But that's a different story. So, if you can swing it, I say go for it. Just be prepared to maybe eat ramen noodles for a month afterward to make up for it.
Any tips for making the most of the experience?
Oh, absolutely! First, pack layers. Mountain weather is notoriously fickle. One minute, you're basking in sunshine, the next you're dodging hail. Second, bring a good book, or two. And a really, really good camera. You'll have plenty of time to relax and soak it all in. Third: embrace the local culture! Try the schnitzel (duh!), learn a few basic German phrases (it's appreciated!), and get lost in the charming villages.
And finally: just let go. Forget about your to-do list, your emails, and all the stresses of daily life. This is a place to unwind, to recharge, and to create some unforgettable memories. Just… be prepared for potential coffee machine malfunctionsRooms And Vibes
