Refugium Lunz

For the weary and the energetic. All who like to eat and drink. Who like to see beautiful things and seek adventure. Or rest. Or anything in between.

The Refugium is located directly on the church square in Lunz am See, the Ybbs and the Gothic parish church from the 15th century to the side. The history of the house with its 23 rooms also goes back 5 centuries.

The owners, Joachim Mayr and Heinz Glatzl, felt obligated to this history when remodeling. They did not want to create just another design hotel, but rather a tender coexistence between old and new, a place of contemplation and refuge, precisely the Refugium.

The vision of a place where the desire for new things and the appreciation of the past find common expression has taken shape with the Refugium. Heart and soul, dedication and the clear aesthetic concept are reflected in the design of the rooms. It is a skillful play with textures, structures, shapes and colors. The commitment to authentic craftsmanship and attention to detail can be seen and felt throughout the hotel.

Numerous partners, from the Formdepot cooperative founded by Joachim and Heinz, were involved in the remodeling and furnishing of the hotel. Formdepot is an association of craftsmen, architects and designers based in Vienna Ottakring. 

Best Room - Suite "Maria & Peter"

With 46m² and a large terrace overlooking the church, this suite offers enough space. Besides a living room with a small library and 2 bedrooms, the suite also has a sauna.

HOSTS - Fanny & Christian. Metzger & Metzger

Fanny laughs a lot and likes people. That's a good prerequisite for pretty much everything at the Refugium. Especially for making the guests feel comfortable. Christian takes care of the physical well-being.

Culinary

In the kitchen, Christian Metzger is in charge and he follows a simple philosophy: not more of everything, but enough of the essentials. A special kind of luxury. Care, passion and time go into everything that is put on the table.

In addition to his work as Sous Chef at the famous "Motto am Fluß" in Vienna, he ran the restaurant "Die Metzgerei" together with Fanny with great success.

Activities / Services

• Exclusive care series by Saint Charles
• Exclusive yoga equipment in the room
• Invitation to the current activity program (yoga and sports offers, guided excursions and joint activities in the house and salon kitchen - depending on the season)
• Parking space or underground parking for the duration of your stay
• Selected books for bibliophiles (selected and current books in the room)
• Use of the courtyard house (wellness area with sauna, relaxation room, fitness & yoga room)
• Use of the heated outdoor pool
• Numerous nature and cultural experiences with the included "Wilde Wunder Card" Hiking equipment to borrow (hiking poles, water bottles, regional snack box)
• Free bicycles to borrow (subject to availability)
• Highspeed-W-LAN in the whole house
• Use of the Refugium Lunz guest app

Destination Tip

Lunz am See is probably not the navel of the world. But Lunz am See is certainly a small diamond in the Lower Austrian Mostviertel and still something of an insider tip. The area around Lake Lunz, and the largely unspoilt lake itself, are worth a visit at any time of year. In summer for the classic summer retreat with a lot of nostalgia factor – swimming, boating and recovering from the city heat in the cool nights. In winter for ice skating on the frozen lake or cross-country skiing on the trails. In spring, when the daffodils are in bloom, the best way to explore the surroundings is by bike. And as good as always for hiking, especially in autumn.