A beautiful 5-star superior hotel in a picturesque location by the lake

Our Villa Contessa Resort is a timeless luxury hotel on the shores of the majestic Lake Scharmützelsee — about 50 minutes from Berlin.

Nestled within a picturesque lakeside landscape, our hotel has 14 elegant rooms & suites, a luxurious spa and an excellent restaurant.

As an renowned 5-star superior hotel with a long tradition, our Villa Contessa Resort is a hidden gem for travellers who love unique hotels.

Our Villa Contessa Resort has been awarded 2 Michelin Keys as one of the best hotels in Germany.
The renowned Falstaff Hotel Guide has awarded our Villa Contessa Resort as one of the best hotels in Germany.
Our Villa Contessa Resort has been awarded one of the best hotels in Germany in the "101 Best Hotels" ranking.
Suite with a stunning view of lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-Star Superior Hotel & Spa Resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

14 Rooms & Suites

Elegant design and a breathtaking lake view

Our Villa Contessa Resort has 14 rooms & suites.

The rooms & suites at our Villa Contessa Resort combine timelessly beautiful design with the luxurious comfort of a first-class 5-star superior hotel.

Each room and suite offers a private balcony or a private lounge terrace — with a view of the picturesque garden or a stunning lake view.

Balcony terrace of a Lounge Suite with a fantastic view of Lake Scharmützelsee | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
View of the park of our Villa Contessa Resort on the shores of the majestic Lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Lounge terrace of a Lounge Suite with a view of Lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Terrace of our Villa Contessa Restaurant - with a stunning view of Lake Scharmützelsee and the lakeside promenade of Bad Saarow | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

Villa Contessa Restaurant

Relaxed evenings with imaginative fine cuisine

Our Villa Contessa Restaurant is an enchanting haven of culinary delights.

Nestled by the picturesque Lake Scharmützelsee, we blend traditional culinary expertise with the fresh, creative ideas of modern fine cuisine.

With love, passion, and culinary finesse, our wonderful chefs craft a new menu for you each evening. Let yourself be enchanted by our Villa Contessa's cuisine!

Summer Lounge & Bar - Villa Contessa Restaurant  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Outdoor pool of our Grand Spa, nestled in the picturesque lakeside promenade of Bad Saarow on the shores of Lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Glimpse into our Grand Spa: Kneipp baths and a view to the Pool  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Our Villa Contessa resort has been awarded the "Falstaff Spa Award".
Sunbed in our Pool lounge on the shores of Lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

Grand Spa

Luxurious spa by the lake

Our Grand Spa is a serene sanctuary of relaxation.

Located in a beautiful setting by the lake, our Grand Spa offers every conceivable amenity for your well-being: an outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi, saunas, a steam bath, private spa lounges, and first-class wellness treatments.

Honoured with the Falstaff Spa Award as one of Germany’s best spa hotels, our Villa Contessa Resort — and its Grand Spa — is the perfect place for pure relaxation.

View of the Villa Contessa park and the picturesque lakeside promenade at lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Our Grand Villa is nestled in a picturesque park landscape on the shores of Lake Scharmützelsee.  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

White Villas on the Lake

A unique luxury hotel

Our hotel comprises of two beautiful villas: the Villa Contessa and the Grand Villa.

Our Villa Contessa is a timeless retreat, built in 1910 on the shores of the majestic Lake Scharmützelsee, its elegant charm evoking the allure of the French Riviera.

Nestled directly beside the Villa Contessa, the Grand Villa is a luxurious jewel that pays homage to modernity and the refined elegance of contemporary luxury design.

Together, the Villa Contessa and the Grand Villa form a unique luxury hotel in a picturesque lakeside setting.

Side view of the two villas at our Villa Contessa Resort | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Our Villa Contessa in summertime - view from the lake side  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Our Pool lounge on the shores of Lake Scharmützelsee  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

"Like the French Riviera — only much closer…"

Falstaff Spa & Hotel Guide - With several hundred thousand readers in Austria, Germany and Switzerland, the Falstaff Guide is probably the most important hotel & spa guide in the German-speaking world.

Falstaff Hotel Guide

Our Grand Villa - view from the lake side  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Lounge balcony of the Grand Suite - with a spectacular view of Lake Scharmützelsee and the lakeside promenade of Bad Saarow | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

Grand Villa

Relaxed luxury on the lake

Our Grand Villa is beautifully located on the shores of Lake Scharmützelsee and offers eight luxurious suites.

The suites in our Grand Villa are defined by modern elegance and light-filled suite design.

A particular highlight is the exclusive Grand Suite on the penthouse floor of our Grand Villa, with its spectacular panoramic lake views.

A summer evening in our Villa Contessa | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

Villa Contessa

A timeless beauty

For 115 years, our Villa Contessa has enchanted guests with its enduring elegance.

The Villa Contessa offers six lovingly furnished rooms & suites, a luxurious spa and our wonderful restaurant with its beautiful lakeside terrace.

A particular recommendation is the Balcony Suite in our Villa Contessa. With its luxurious elegance and stunning lake view, this suite is a homage to the golden age of the grand hotels.

A lounge on the shores of Lake Scharmützel  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
Balcony terrace of a Lounge Suite with a fantastic view of Lake Scharmützelsee | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
A golf course at the Bad Saarow  Golf Club - surrounded by the picturesque nature of Brandenburg  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg
A golf course at the Bad Saarow  Golf Club - flooded with sunshine and surrounded by old, lush green trees  | © Villa Contessa — 5-star superior hotel & spa resort | Bad Saarow / Brandenburg

First Class Golf

A outstanding golf destination

Approximately 5 km from Villa Contessa Resort, the beautiful fairways of the renowned Bad Saarow Golf Club lie nestled in the idyllic natural landscape of Brandenburg.

Frequently honoured in the international press, the Bad Saarow golf courses are regarded as an outstanding golf destination — perfectly suited for players of every skill level.