Hotel Franks
Modern-alpine wellness resort with family-run warmth. Think exposed timber and oak parquet mixed with contemporary furniture, multiple distinct dining and relaxation spaces rather than one monolithic aesthetic, and staff who know your name. Not stuffy or corporate — genuinely friendly.
Ask for a south-facing room or suite — the balcony views of the ski jump and Nebelhorn are the best in the house
Why It Matters
One of the most fully-realized wellness hotels in the Bavarian Alps: the spa alone spans three levels (valley, summit, garden), the rooftop onsen pools are a standout addition since 2023, the Frank family is genuinely present and hands-on, and nearly every practical holiday need — hiking gear, ski passes, cable car tickets, golf discounts — is bundled into the base rate.
Hotel Franks is a 5-star, family-run wellness resort in the Allgäu Alps, operated by the Frank family (currently Cora Bethke-Frank and Mara Frank) with a team of around 80. The hotel blends alpine warmth with genuine, first-name-basis hospitality across 73 individually designed rooms and suites. Its calling card is a sprawling 3,000+ sqm spa across three distinct levels — including a rooftop Gipfel-Spa with outdoor onsen pools — alongside serious hiking, skiing, and sustainability credentials.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Family Room
From EUR249 / night57 sqm room designed for 2–3 guests. Elegant wooden furniture, flat-screen TV, and mountain-facing balcony available on some units. A solid family base without the suite price tag.
57 sqmFamily Suite Comfort
From EUR270 / night57–60 sqm family suite for 2–4 guests. Spacious south-facing balcony with Alpine views, flat-screen TV, living area with stereo system, and a bathroom with bathrobes and hairdryer.
59 sqmFamily Suite Deluxe
From EUR281 / nightGenerously sized 67 sqm family suite for 2–4 guests. The most spacious family-grade room on the list, with modern Alpine styling, mountain views, and a private balcony.
67 sqmFamily-Junior Suite
From EUR264 / night58 sqm suite sleeping 2–4 guests. Country-style décor, large balcony, combined living/sleeping layout, and a spacious bathroom with two wash basins. A good step up for families who want suite amenities.
58 sqmHohes Licht
From EUR471 / nightThe flagship suite at 100 sqm, sleeping 2–4. Priced at a significant premium above the Panorama Suite, implying it is the top-of-house room — likely featuring the best views, premium finishes, and the most exclusive positioning. Named after a peak in the Allgäu Alps.
100 sqmJunior Suite Deluxe
From EUR238 / nightSpacious suite for 1–2 guests with separate living area, balcony with mountain views, minibar, and en suite bathroom with bathrobes, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries.
50 sqmPanorama Suite
From EUR320 / night100 sqm suite for 2–4 guests. The name says it all — wrap-around mountain panorama, separate bedroom with flat-screen TV, living area with stereo system, and a second flat-screen TV. A top-tier choice for couples wanting space.
100 sqmSuite Comfort
From EUR279 / night52 sqm non-smoking suite with a separate bedroom and living room, oak parquet floors, regional photo prints adding local character, a panoramic mountain view, and a south-facing balcony. Contemporary-warm styling with local timber accents.
52 sqmSuite Deluxe
From EUR320 / night80 sqm non-smoking suite for 1–3 guests. Features a separate living area with balcony and panoramic mountain views. Some units include a spa bath. Ample space and a refined alpine-contemporary design.
80 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
150 sqm indoor playroom with slide, climbing wall, table tennis, table football, air hockey, and ball pit. Childcare offered on weekday afternoons during Bavarian school holidays (children 3 and older).
75km of classic cross-country trails and 55km of skating trails in the Oberstdorf valley, with loipe access close to the hotel. Equipment hire can be arranged by the concierge.
Access to six ski areas in Oberstdorf and Kleinwalsertal — Fellhorn/Kanzelwand, Nebelhorn, Söllereck, Walmendingerhorn, and Ifen — with 130km of pistes. The ski bus stop is on the street next to the hotel. Discounted ski passes and ski school booking available through reception. Ski boot warmers in the ski storage room.
E-bikes and mountain bikes available to rent on-site. The hotel can also organize guided e-biking tours.
Daily sports and fitness programme in the TechnoGym-equipped gym with views of the Alps.
Part of the weekly active programme. Yoga and Qi Gong sessions are included in the room rate.
Three golf courses within 10 minutes. Hotel guests receive 15–30% green fee reduction at courses in Oberallgäu, Sonnenalp, and Oberstdorf. The concierge organizes tee times.
Four guided hikes per week at different fitness levels, led by members of the Frank family, hiking-passionate staff, or a professional guide. Guests receive a backpack and hiking map in their room; walking poles are available to borrow. 200km of trails across three altitude levels surround Oberstdorf.
Helicopter flights over the Allgäu Alps bookable through the hotel, personally piloted by co-owner Robert Frank.
A seasonal themed murder mystery dinner event held at Hotel Franks. Past dates have been themed around winter sports season.
Weekly guided snowshoe excursions in winter. Shoes and poles are provided by the hotel.
Hotel guests get free tennis at the nearby Fuggerpark courts (summer). The hotel concierge arranges access.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Year-round discounted tickets for all six cable cars in Oberstdorf and Kleinwalsertal, available at reception. Free use of public transport on selected routes.
Meeting rooms with conference facilities on-site. Not a primary hotel use case but available.
Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, including all rooms. Included in the room rate.
Outdoor adventure playground for children in the landscaped hotel garden.
A gym fully equipped with TechnoGym equipment and panoramic Alpine views. Access included for all guests.
Complimentary underground parking for all guests, included in the room rate. Station pickup from Oberstdorf train station is an alternative.
Electric vehicle charging point on site. Included as part of the hotel's sustainability infrastructure.
Pets are welcome at Hotel Franks. Prior approval required; charges may apply depending on room type.
Large indoor pool measuring 10m × 18m, open year-round. Children's splash hour is a regular fixture.
Two outdoor onsen (Japanese-style hot pools) on the rooftop terrace of the Gipfel-Spa. Adults-only, with sweeping mountain views.
20m × 6m heated outdoor infinity pool with mountain panorama views, open year-round. Added in July 2023.
A natural swimming pond in the hotel's large landscaped garden. Open in summer, surrounded by lawn for sunbathing. Doubles as a curling rink (ice stock shooting) in winter when temperatures allow.
Full concierge service for organizing ski lessons, golf tee times, sports equipment hire, personal training, and more. Also arranges the taxi service for hiking trailhead drop-offs.
Dedicated ski storage room with ski boot warmers. Essential for winter guests who don't want to haul wet kit to their room.
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