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# A world first: Wellness Hostel in Saas-Fee

> The wellnessHostel in Saas-Fee, a world-first concept launched by Swiss Youth Hostels and the town of Saas-Fee in September 2014, combines affordable hostel accommodation with a full luxury wellness centre amid the Swiss Alpine fourthousanders.

## Destination
Saas-Fee, Switzerland, located next to the town's bus terminal.

## Why visit
A unique combination of budget-friendly overnight stays and high-end wellness facilities set against dramatic Alpine scenery, making it ideal for active travellers seeking recovery after a day in the mountains.

## What to see
- **Dom (Switzerland's highest mountain)** — Visible from the glacier balcony and wellness relaxation areas.

## What to do
- **Aqua Allalin wellness centre** — Open to hostel guests and locals; includes two bio-saunas, steam bath, hot tub, glacier balcony with foot bath, and a relaxation room.
- **25-metre pool and water slide** — Part of the Aqua Allalin facility, suitable for all ages.
- **Fitness room and personal training** — State-of-the-art equipment plus optional individual fitness training and massages, including hot stone massage.
- **Skiing and slope activities** — Packed lunches can be arranged through the hostel for days on the slopes.
- **Fondue at Vieux Chalet Restaurant** — Highly recommended by visitors; located just steps from the hostel.

## Good to know
Breakfast is served only until 9:45 a.m., including weekends. Lunch and dinner can be pre-booked for a small extra charge. Double and quad rooms have private bathrooms; six-bed rooms share a bathroom on their floor.

## Photos

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    caption: "The wellnessHostel is located right next to the Saas-Fee bus terminal"
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    caption: "Double room with village view"
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    caption: "The atmospheric Bistro4000"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Aufenthaltsraum.jpg"
    caption: "The lounge area in the Saas-Fee"
```