FAQ
Hotel Schutzhütte
When does the Hotel Schutzhütte open?
The opening is planned for autumn 2026. The date depends on how the work progresses and what the winter of 2026 will be like.
Where will the Schutzhütte be located?
The Schutzhütte will be built in Willingen in the Hochsauerland and there directly next to the Lagunenbad and opposite the ice rink with a view of the viaduct. The distance to the Sonnenpark will only be about 1 km.
What kind of hotel will the Schutzhütte be?
The Hotel Schutzhütte will be a casual lifestyle & design hotel, which combines modern equipment with alpine flair with boho elements and also has an exclusive offer ready.
How many rooms will there be?
The Schutzhütte will have 69 stylishly furnished rooms, from double rooms to family rooms to exclusive suites with sauna. There will also be 9 stylish chalets with a barbecue area.
Are the hotel and rooms accessible?
The hotel is generally accessible and accessible in all areas except for the fitness room. Here 3 steps would have to be overcome. There are also accessible rooms, as well as a wheelchair-accessible room.
Who is the Schutzhütte intended for?
Anyone looking for active relaxation among friends is in the right place at the Hotel Schutzhütte. The Schutzhütte is aimed at active families and individualists of all ages who value a relaxed lifestyle atmosphere, closeness to nature, sporting activities and culinary delights on holiday and appreciate personal and digital service.
What highlights does the Schutzhütte offer?
The highlights of the Schutzhütte include culinary delights with two restaurants and a cozy bar with a fireplace lounge, as well as the extraordinary wellness and spa area with saunas, an infinity outdoor pool and a special spa bar for relaxing moments. Particularly noteworthy is the direct connecting corridor to the lagoon pool, which provides guests with convenient access.
Are the images real photographs?
The images currently shown are based on visualizations and provide a first impression of the planned room and interior design. More insights to follow.
When can rooms be booked?
The booking start for the rooms is currently planned for April 2026. The chalets will follow a little later. It is best to subscribe to the newsletter or follow the Schutzhütte on Instagram or Facebook to stay up to date.
What will an overnight stay cost approximately?
The prices have not yet been determined. The announcement for the rooms is planned for April 2026.
Room Categories & Amenities
What do the room categories SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, and SUITES mean?
The categories differ primarily in room size, amenities, and spatial feel. SMALL is compact and cozy, MEDIUM offers more space and comfort, LARGE stands for generous living, and the SUITES offer special highlights such as private sauna, children’s room, or panoramic views.
What is the difference between MEDIUM Pure and MEDIUM View?
The difference lies in the room layout and the position of the bed. In MEDIUM View, the bed stands freely in the room and is oriented toward the window front or outdoors. This creates an open spatial feel with a view outside.
In MEDIUM Pure, the bed is positioned against the wall and oriented sideways to the window front. This arrangement creates additional space in the room and allows for a sofa bed for a child.
What does "Sky" room mean?
Sky rooms are located on the top floor (4th floor), feature sloped ceilings, and are equipped with skylight windows. They offer a special sense of space and a beautiful view, but do not have a balcony.
Do all rooms have a balcony?
No. Almost all rooms have a balcony; only two rooms on the top floor (Sky categories) do not have a balcony, but have skylights instead.
Are all rooms individually designed?
Yes. All rooms follow the overall design concept of the house, but differ in details, floor plans, and variations within the categories.
On which floors are the rooms located?
The rooms are located between the 1st and 4th floors, depending on the category. The suites are exclusively located on the top floor.
Bathrooms & Room Concepts
What does an open bathroom mean?
In an open bathroom, the sleeping area and bathroom are designed as one space. This creates a special spatial impression with plenty of open space. Of course, the toilet is located in a separate, enclosed room.
Are there also rooms with a closed bathroom?
Yes. Several room categories have a fully enclosed bathroom, including SMALL Pure, MEDIUM Spacy, LARGE Family, LARGE Cinema, and SUITE Family.
Are freestanding bathtubs integrated openly in the room?
Yes, in selected rooms and suites (LARGE Living, SUITE Family, and SUITE Spa), the freestanding bathtub is part of the room concept.
Families & Occupancy
Are there rooms for families?
Yes. Several room categories are available for families. MEDIUM Pure offers a sofa bed for a child. The LARGE Family and SUITE Family categories have a separate children’s room. In addition, many rooms with connecting doors are ideal for families.
Can a baby cot be added to all rooms?
Except for the SMALL category and MEDIUM View, a baby cot can be added to all rooms.
Are there connecting doors between some rooms?
Yes. Selected rooms in the SMALL and MEDIUM categories have connecting doors. This allows two rooms to be connected and combined into a small, comfortable living unit—ideal for families or guests traveling together.
Are the connecting doors soundproof doors?
The connecting doors always consist of two separate doors—one per room. These meet the highest soundproofing requirements, ensuring that no noise can be heard between the rooms.
Accessibility & Special Rooms
Which rooms are particularly suitable for guests with limited mobility?
MEDIUM Spacy is designed to be barrier-free. In addition, LARGE Cinema is wheelchair accessible.
What is special about LARGE Cinema?
LARGE Cinema features a particularly large TV (XL), a closed bathroom, is wheelchair accessible, and is located on the 1st floor.
Are there rooms with particularly large beds?
Yes. LARGE Living is equipped with an XL bed (2.40 m wide). This is also suitable as a family bed.
Which rooms have a private sauna?
SUITE Spa offers a private sauna as well as a freestanding bathtub.
Chalets
What is the difference between rooms and chalets?
The chalets are independent units and offer even more privacy. The Family and Spa chalets are currently still in the planning phase.
Is self-catering possible in the chalets?
Yes, the chalets are equipped with a kitchen, so that self-catering is possible. It is also offered to bring guests a breakfast basket to the chalet.
Will the Schutzhütte have a wellness area?
Yes, the wellness and spa area with saunas, an infinity outdoor pool and a special spa bar for relaxing moments is one of the highlights. The visit will be included in the price.
Will there be a gym?
Yes, there will be a gym with professional equipment such as cardio endurance equipment, weights, weight bench and more. The visit will be included in the price.
What will be the focus of the restaurants?
The Naschmarkt restaurant offers a varied and varied grill buffet with live cooking every day. The Deli restaurant is characterized by tapas-style dishes and promises new taste experiences.
Are the restaurants also open to external guests?
Yes, our restaurants will also be open to external guests. Advance reservations are recommended.
Can conferences be held in the Schutzhütte?
Yes, conferences, events and other workshops are welcome to be held in the Schutzhütte. For this purpose, a professional and individually designed conference area is being created.
How many people are the rooms suitable for at a conference or workshop?
Exact details are currently being worked out. Basically, it can be said that the room is 60 square meters and can accommodate 20 people with a U-shaped seating arrangement with tables. To be informed directly when further details are announced, it is best to subscribe to the newsletter.
Will dogs be allowed in the Schutzhütte and the chalets?
Yes, dogs will be allowed in both the hotel and the chalets. There will be a few restrictions: Not all rooms are available for guests with dogs. The dogs are also not allowed in all hotel areas. The spa, fitness center, and restaurant are excluded.
Are families welcome at the Schutzhütte?
Yes, families are very welcome. There are some family rooms and the adjacent Lagunenbad with slides and toddler pools offers lots of fun for the whole family. The Lagunenbad can be reached via a tunnel without getting your feet wet and is also included in the price for guests of the Schutzhütte.
Unlike Sonnenpark, however, Schutzhütte does not offer childcare, no kids’ club, and no traditional play areas. The concept focuses more on nature, activity, and shared experiences outside of traditional entertainment programs.
Is Schutzhütte a youth hotel?
No. Schutzhütte is not a youth hotel. It is designed as a modern alpine lifestyle hotel and is aimed at active guests, couples, friends, and also families—but without the focus of a family hotel with childcare or play worlds, as found at Sonnenpark.
Is there a youth room at Schutzhütte?
No. There is no separate youth room at Schutzhütte and no program specifically designed for teenagers.
What offerings are there for teenagers instead?
Teenagers will find numerous attractive offerings directly in the vicinity of Schutzhütte:
• Direct tunnel connection to Lagunenbad Willingen
• Ice rink and cinema in the immediate vicinity
• Sports field only about 200 m away
• Direct access to nature with ski and bike areas
• Bike rental directly on-site for spontaneous tours and adventures
More offerings can be found on our website under “Leisure & Adventure”
Will the Schutzhütte also be an all-inclusive hotel like the Sonnenpark?
Many services will also be included in the Schutzhütte, but it will not be an all-inclusive hotel. Catering is booked individually. This opens up all options. Time for excursions, nature experiences by bike, on foot or on skis or a discovery tour through the diverse leisure world of Willingen. This is how you can make your holiday individual and informal.
Can Schutzhütte guests also use or book services from Sonnenpark?
It is currently not planned for Schutzhütte guests to use or book services from Sonnenpark.
Do Sonnenpark guests receive discounted admission to the lagoon pool?
It is currently unclear whether Sonnenpark guests will be able to receive discounted admission.
Will Schutzhütte be part of Familotel?
Since Schutzhütte will not be a traditional family hotel and therefore does not meet the requirements for Familotel membership, it will not be part of the association.
Is the Schutzhütte already active on social media?
Yes, Schutzhütte is active on Instagram and Facebook:
instagram.com/schutzhuette
facebook.com/schutzhuette
What are the contact details?
For postal correspondence:
Sonnenpark Hotel GmbH & Co. KG
c/o Hotel Schutzhütte
Sonnenweg 4a
34508 Willingen (Upland)
By email:
info@schutzhuette.de
Press inquiries:
Ina Stahl
Phone: +49 5632 408 298
presse@schutzhuette.de
Info and all contact details at:
www.schutzhuette.de
What is behind Urberg Hotels?
Urberg connects the two hotel brands Sonnenpark and
Schutzhütte as an umbrella brand.
Why does the Urberg-Hotels.de site exist?
This site serves as a corporate page for overarching topics that concern both hotels and is aimed more at prospective employees rather than guests. Therefore, the focus here is primarily on careers and jobs. All open positions are displayed, as well as the employee program #mycrew.
