Escape to Aplengluck: Germany's Hidden Gem Hotel & Restaurant!

Hotel & Restaurant Aplengluck Germany

Escape to Aplengluck: Germany's Hidden Gem Hotel & Restaurant!

Escape to Aplengluck: Germany's Hidden Gem - A Review (with a Sprinkle of Chaos)

Okay, listen, I'm not gonna lie. I'm coming at you straight from the other side of a magnificent stay at Escape to Aplengluck. And let me tell you, Germany, you’ve got a secret weapon! This place…it's something. It's the kind of place that messes with your internal compass, in a good way. You arrive, you unpack, and suddenly, you're questioning your life choices (in the most pleasant way possible, obviously).

Let's dive in, shall we? Because this place has a lot going on. And I, being the intrepid reviewer I am (and a sucker for a good spa, let's be honest), have the inside scoop.

First Impressions & Accessibility (or, the "Oh My God, I'm Here!" Moment)

Finding Aplengluck…well, it felt like a treasure hunt! Nestled away, truly hidden, it's a journey in itself. ( Airport transfer is your friend, trust me.) Once there, the car park [free of charge] was a godsend after the winding roads. And yes, they actually have car park [on-site], which, hello, convenience!

Accessibility: Here's where I get a little…hesitant. While they do mention Facilities for disabled guests and the presence of an elevator, I didn’t personally test these elements. I’m going to need to get the details on the wheelchair accessibility before I can give you a firm "yay" or "nay." Important note: always double-check with the hotel directly if accessibility is a make-or-break factor for you.

Once I Got In… and The Glorious Chaos That Ensued:

The lobby? Charming. The staff? Staff trained in safety protocol and genuinely friendly. The front desk [24-hour] is a lifesaver, especially after traveling. Contactless check-in/out? Essential these days. And the doorman? Makes you feel like royalty, even if you're just wearing your travel sweats (no judgment here!).

Safety & Cleanliness: In the Age of Sanitizer

Okay, let's talk about the real MVP of any good hotel these days: Cleanliness and safety. And Aplengluck nails it. Seriously. I was impressed. They've got their act together with Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and rooms sanitized between stays. I saw hand sanitizer stations everywhere, and the staff clearly takes it seriously. There was even a doctor/nurse on call, which gave me a sense of security, even if I just had a hangnail (which I totally did). The safe dining setup was also reassuring.

Rooms – A Haven of Comfort (and a Few Questions)

My room… oh, my room. First of all, it had Air conditioning, which is crucial in summer. Wi-Fi [free] throughout, which is a must-have, especially for a digital nomad like myself. Free bottled water? Yes, please! I’m a hydration enthusiast, so I always appreciate that.

The bed was super comfortable, the blackout curtains were a dream, and the slippers were a nice touch. Everything was clean, the linens felt luxurious, and I definitely took advantage of the bathrobes. However, the lighting was a little…moody. Maybe it's the German aesthetic, but I found myself fumbling around in the dark sometimes (a minor complaint, admittedly).

More Room Details (and a tangent about the bathroom):

• Air conditioning (already mentioned, but deserves a second nod)
• Alarm clock was present and functional.
• Bathrobes (yes, again! I love them!)
• Bathroom phone What even is this?! It's bizarre, but fun.
• Bathtub - A welcome feature to soak in after a long day of exploring.
• Closet - Plenty of space for my many outfits!
• Coffee/tea maker - Essential for morning rituals, and you can get your Complimentary tea
• Desk It was there - but I mostly used the laptop workspace on the bed.
• Extra long bed - Great for taller guests.
• Hair dryer - Thank goodness!
• High floor - I really enjoyed my view.
• In-room safe box - Security for valuables which is always important.
• Interconnecting room(s) available - Great for families.
• Internet access – LAN & wireless - Keeping you connected
• Ironing facilities - I didn't use them.
• Laptop workspace
• Linens - Very nice.
• Mini bar - Drinks! Snacks!
• Mirror
• Non-smoking
• On-demand movies - I didn't partake.
• Private bathroom
• Reading light - Helpful.
• Refrigerator - Useful.
• Safety/security feature - Safe is good!
• Satellite/cable channels
• Scale.
• Seating area - A nice space to relax.
• Separate shower/bathtub
• Shower
• Slippers
• Smoke detector
• Socket near the bed
• Sofa
• Soundproofing - Necessary when you're tired.
• Telephone
• Toiletries
• Towels
• Umbrella - Always good to have!
• Visual alarm - Nice for guests with hearing disabilities.
• Wake-up service
• Window that opens - Airflow is important!

Let's Talk About Food (Because, Germany!)

The dining situation at Aplengluck? Magnificent is an understatement.

• Restaurants (plural!) with A la carte in restaurant options.
• Asian breakfast and Asian cuisine in restaurant: A welcome twist!
• Bar: Cocktails, beers, the works! Happy hour – need I say more?
• Breakfast [buffet]: Food, glorious food! A feast for the eyes (and the stomach). They also offer Breakfast takeaway service. The Buffet in restaurant was incredible. They had Coffee/tea in restaurant, Desserts in restaurant, Salad in restaurant, Soup in restaurant.
• They cater to dietary needs, as they have a Vegetarian restaurant.
• Poolside bar: I may have spent a little too long there.
• Room service [24-hour] : They have all the bases covered for all hours.
• They have Western breakfast and Western cuisine in restaurant.

My highlight? Okay, I’m being honest: the breakfast buffet. I'm not even kidding. It was a symphony of options. Fresh bread, pastries that sang to my soul, cheeses, meats, fruits… the list goes on. I swear, I put on five pounds just thinking about it. The coffee was AMAZING, and I might have snuck an extra croissant or two (or three… don't judge me!). Absolutely delicious!

The bottle of water placed in the rooms and the essential condiments were also appreciated!

Ways to Relax (aka, The Spa Experience That Almost Broke Me)

Here's where Aplengluck truly shines. The spa is…well, it’s an experience.

• Body scrub (yes, please!)
• Body wrap (I may have fallen asleep during this. Oops.)
• Gym/fitness: I fully meant to go. I really did.
• Foot bath: So soothing.
• Massage: Heavenly. Need I say more?
• Pool with view: The view is stunning. The Swimming pool is gorgeous.
• Sauna: Definitely something to experience.
• Spa/sauna
• Steamroom: Yes. Just yes.

I spent an entire afternoon in the spa, and I swear, I left a different person. This is definitely one of the main reasons why you should book a stay at this amazing hotel!

My Spa Moment – A Ramble:

Okay, so the massage… it was incredible. But let me tell you, getting to the massage was an adventure. I ended up in the sauna before I realized it wasn't my appointment time. Then, after the massage, I wandered into the pool with view and nearly fell asleep. I woke up feeling like a puddle of happy. Honestly, I could have stayed there for days. That single experience sold me on the whole place.

Things to Do (Beyond Spa-ing)

Okay, so you could leave the hotel. Just maybe.

• This place has amazing **Kids facilities

Luxury Menteng Park 15th Suite: Your Indonesian Dream Awaits!

Book Now

Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's travel itinerary. We're going to the goddamn Alps and staying at the Hotel & Restaurant Aplengluck in, you guessed it, Germany. Prepare for a rollercoaster, because I'm a human-shaped mess and this whole thing is probably going to crash land somewhere between "beautifully evocative" and "utterly chaotic."

Day 1: Arrival, Altitude, and Accidental Schnaps

• 8:00 AM (ish): Ugh, the alarm. Why do airports exist? Frankfurt Airport, here we come! I'm already regretting that last "research" session (read: tequila-fueled Instagram scroll) because I'm pretty sure I lost an hour somewhere in the pre-dawn haze. Did I pack my passport? Oh God, I think I did. Crosses fingers and prays to whoever is in charge of travel gods.
• 10:00 AM (ish): Flight to Munich. The usual symphony of cramped legs, crying babies (whose fault is it, really? nature or the parents?), and the desperate hope that the person in the aisle seat doesn't need to pee every 30 minutes. Bites fingernails in anticipation of potential bathroom runs.
• 12:00 PM (ish): Arrive Munich. Getting my bearings. This is a city. It has pretzels. I need a pretzel.
• 1:30 PM: Transfer. Train to the mountains! Yay! The view should be amazing. I'm a sucker for a scenic train ride. I'm gonna bring my notebook and write, hopefully.
• 4:00 PM: Arrive at Hotel Aplengluck. God, it's charming. Like, aggressively so. I'm pretty sure a Disney princess lives here (or at least a really enthusiastic, lederhosen-clad innkeeper). "Welcome, fraulein!" she chirped, and suddenly I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. My brain is used to concrete jungles, not… this. I'm gonna need a drink.
• 5:00 PM: Check-in to the room. It's…fine? Big. And that's all I'll say about it. A window that offers a stunning view of the mountains. Takes a deep breath. Thinks: "Wow. This is beautiful. My soul is at peace." Then proceeds to be a total tourist.
• 6:00 PM: Dinner at the Aplengluck restaurant. Oh. My. God. The food! So. Much. Food. And the portion sizes are…generous, to say the least. Ate way too much, everything was so good!
• 7:30 PM: Accidential Schnapps A friendly waiter offered a complimentary shot of some potent local brew. I "politely" accepted and that was where the evening started to get blurry. I think I told the entire dining room my life story. And I'm pretty sure I attempted to yodel. Mortified, but also vaguely pleased with myself.
• 10:00 PM (ish): Crawl into bed. Regret is a warm blanket. And now I'm just hoping that tomorrow I can get out of bed.

Day 2: Hike of Hilarity and Spa of Serenity… Maybe

• 9:00 AM (ish): Wake up. Head throbbing. Oh dear God, the Schnapps! Note to self: learn to say "no." Get dressed, stumble around. Get some coffee. Breathe.
• 10:00 AM: Attempt a "moderate" hike. The brochure promised rolling hills and wildflowers. Reality involved a steep incline, my lungs burning, and the constant fear of tripping and tumbling down a cliff. Did not bring water. Rookie mistake.
• 11:00 AM: Stop to…breathe. Take in the views. It's honestly stunning. The air is crisp. The silence is… deafening, at first. The mountain peaks cast shadows, it's awe-inspiring. I'm going to cry because it's so beautiful.
• 12:00 PM: Find a lovely grassy spot. Eat trail mix and think about life. This is why I travel.
• 1:00 PM: Hike down the mountain. My knees are screaming.
• 2:00 PM: Spa time! The Aplengluck has a spa. I am going to luxuriate. I deserve a massage. I need a nap.
• 3:00 PM: The Spa! Oh… It's the spa. I did not expect so many naked people. I'm not one of those "comfortable with their body" people. I'm more of a "hide-under-the-covers" person. After all, I am in a room of people who are comfortable with their bodies. The steam room. I ran out after 30 seconds. The "relaxation room". It's peaceful, yes. But there is a woman snoring. I am now lying on a bed and thinking about how I will get up and get out of here. I can't get out here!!
• 4:00 PM: Decided to cut my losses, get dressed (took an extra 10 minutes due to self-consciousness), and head to the bar. I'll take a stiff drink instead.
• 7:00 PM: Dinner again. Maybe order something less heavy…maybe…

Day 3: Culture and Coffee… and Possibly Another Schnapps?

• 9:00 AM: Wake up. Did I drink? I drank. What did I do? Who did I meet? It's a mystery. Coffee is an absolute necessity.
• 10:00 AM: Wander around the local village. I need to find a souvenir - a t-shirt that says "I Survived the Alps" is a must.
• 11:00 AM: Explore a charming Church. Try to understand the stained-glass windows. Attempt to feel spiritual. Fail. But appreciate the architecture.
• 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local cafe. Pretzel and beer. I am making a friend with the owner of the cafe.
• 2:00 PM: Coffee and people-watching. Watching everyone.
• 7:00 PM: Dinner at the hotel. Trying to behave. Not yodeling… yet.
• 8:00 PM: Bar time! (I'm just kidding… maybe.)

Day 4: Farewell, Fraulein! (Or, the Journey Back to Reality)

• 9:00 AM: Pack (badly). Contemplate whether I can actually live in a mountain village. The answer: Probably not.
• 10:00 AM: One last look at the mountains. Sigh wistfully. Take approximately 100 photos.
• 11:00 AM: Check out. Say a fond farewell to the incredibly pleasant staff.
• 12:00 PM: Train to Munich.
• 2:00 PM: Munich, explore the city, last-minute souvenir shopping.
• 6:00 PM: Arrive at airport, check in.
• 8:00 PM: Flight home.
• 2:00 AM: Land. Back to real life. Now to go through 500 photos.

Important Notes & Utter Chaos:

• Food is EVERYTHING. Seriously. Eat everything. You will regret nothing. (Maybe the Schnapps.)
• Learn some basic German phrases. Saying "Bitte" (please) and "Danke" (thank you) will get you a long way. And maybe learn how to say "no more Schnapps."
• Pack for all kinds of weather. The mountains are unpredictable. (And I didn't.)
• Embrace the mess. Travel is rarely perfect. It's about the experiences, the highs, the lows, and the accidental yodeling.
• I'm going to be exhausted.
• I'm going back.

So there you have it. My highly subjective, probably inaccurate, and definitely slightly tipsy itinerary for a trip to the Aplengluck. Wish me luck, and maybe send prayers that I don't embarrass myself too much. Auf Wiedersehen! (I think that's goodbye).

Escape to Paradise: Your Luxurious German Getaway Awaits

Book Now

Escape to Aplengluck: You *Need* to Know Before You Go (And Probably After, Too) - FAQs!

So... Aplengluck. Is it *really* as dreamy as the pictures?

Okay, let's be real. The photos? They're *gorgeous*. Think postcard-perfect, rolling hills, a gingerbread house of a hotel… and yes, it IS pretty darn close. But here's the thing – living in those pictures is a whole different story. The first thing that hits you is the silence. Like, properly, ear-ringing silence. I mean, the first night I woke up convinced someone was lurking in the hallway because my ears were ringing. Turns out? Just the lack of city noise. Which, after the initial shock, is *amazing*. So, maybe not *exactly* like the pictures, but with a side of real-life quirks, like the fact that the WiFi sometimes decides to take a vacation. More on that later...

What's the deal with the "hidden gem" part? Is it hard to get to?

"Hidden gem" is a good description. It’s not *hard* to get to, thankfully, but it's not like hopping on the Tube, either. We drove, and the GPS definitely took us down some *questionable* roads. I'm talking REALLY narrow, with a sheer drop on one side. My passenger (who, I might add, is normally unflappable) started making little whimpering noises of fear. But honestly? The drive *is* part of the charm. You're leaving the mundane behind, and as you wind through the Bavarian countryside, anticipation builds. Plus, you *earn* that first beer once you arrive, let me tell you! Just, maybe, pack some motion sickness pills.

The Rooms! Spill! Cozy? Luxurious? What's the vibe?

Okay, the rooms. This is where I have my *slightly* mixed feelings. "Cozy" is the key word. Think wooden beams, patchwork quilts, and a definite sense of history. Some of the rooms feel like stepping back in time – in a good way, mind you! – but don't expect sleek, modern minimalism. My room, bless its heart, had a tiny, tiny shower I'm not sure I could have stretched out in, there was only space for one person. I could have fit in the shower with the shower head. It was... intimate. And the bed? Oh, the bed. It was incredibly comfortable. I slept like a log for 9 blissful hours, but it was *firm*. Very, very German firm. If you like a marshmallowy bed this might not be for you.

And what about the food? I'm always hungry. Is it any good?

Oh. My. GOD. The food. Okay, brace yourself. It's phenomenal. Seriously. I still dream about their potato dumplings. The restaurant itself? Candlelit, warm, the smells alone would make you salivate. The portions are *generous*. Like, seriously generous. You're going to eat things you never thought you liked. Sauerbraten? Loved it. Every meal was a highlight. A *major* highlight. The biggest regret? I went home a few kilos heavier. Worth every single bite. Don't even *think* about skipping breakfast. The bread! The cheese! The honey! I feel like I'm turning into a food review channel, but honestly, the food is a huge reason to go.

Is there anything to *do* besides eat and sleep?

Yes, thankfully! (Although, honestly, eating and sleeping are pretty high on my list of priorities...) Aplengluck is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Hiking trails galore, charming villages, and, if you're driving, day trips to castles and other historical sites. The hotel itself has a lovely garden. I'd planned on going for romantic walks, but, y'know, food coma. Also, there's a sauna. A *glorious* sauna! Be warned though, you might accidently walk in on a naked german. Didn't happen to me, but I heard the whispers. Overall, you've got plenty of *things* to do, or you could just *be*. And that's the best part.

Okay, okay, you mentioned the WiFi. What's the internet situation *really* like?

Right. The WiFi. Let's just say it's... "rustic." Think intermittent at best. Okay, it's often non-existent. Sometimes it works, then magically disappears when you *really* need it. Embrace the digital detox! Honestly, it was probably the best part. It forces you to disconnect, to actually *talk* to the people you're with, and to appreciate the real world. But, if you *need* to be connected, download all the maps and essentials *before* you go. You could potentially stand in the reception area and catch a few bars, but that felt intrusive. Okay, I fibbed. I did spend one frantic hour in the lobby, desperately trying to upload some photos of the amazing food... but I failed. So, embrace the freedom and let go of the internet!

What was the *best* thing about Aplengluck? The absolute highlight?

Honestly? The *people*. The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The owners made it feel like we were guests in their home and it actually felt like a home away from home. They clearly love what they do, and that translates into the entire experience. They have a pride in Aplengluck that is infectious. I remember one night when we were sitting and chatting with the owner, who looked like a jolly Santa Claus and he just seemed so happy to be there. He even gave us a history lesson on the area! I was talking about the food, but the people were the heart and soul. The food was a part of it, absolutely. The charming atmosphere. The rolling hills that were painted on the horizon... But it was the warmth and genuine hospitality that made it so special. It's the kind of place where you arrive as a stranger and leave feeling like you've made friends. That, more than anything else, is what I'll remember.

Any downsides? Anything to be aware of before booking?

Okay, let's not sugarcoat this. The showers. Needlessly and comically small. I was brushing my teeth the other day and nearly knocked myself out on the handle bar. Secondly, if you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs. The walls seemed paper thin. I swear I could hear the neighbour snoring one time. And finally, the WiFi. Already said it, I know, but really. But the biggest thing is to understand that it's not a "slick, modern hotel." It's rustic. It's charming. It's imperfect. And that, ultimately, is what makes it so utterly delightful. So, if you’re expecting perfection, you might be disappointed. If you're looking for a genuine, heartwarming experience, Aplengluck isWhere To Stay Now

Share :