The Hungarian town of Sárvár and its thermal baths are located in the western part of the country, near the border with neighbouring Austria. Sárvár Thermal Spa is visited annually by thousands of tourists who seek the healing effects of the local water, which is rich in sodium. What sets this spa apart from dozens of other Hungarian thermal baths?
The best way to travel to the Hungarian Sárvár thermal baths is by car. From Prague, the drive takes just under five hours. You have a choice of two routes: either travel via Mikulov and Vienna or continue from Brno to Břeclav and Bratislava. Both routes are approximately the same length, and the choice depends on your preference.
Contents
- A Traditional Spa Town: Sárvár
- Tranquility for Patients and Fun for Families with Children
- Healthy Water with High Sodium Content
- Family Adventure Baths
- Special Program for Ailing Patients
- Admission – Sárvár Thermal Spa
- Opening Hours – Sárvár Spa
- Accommodation Directly in the Sárvár Spa Complex
- Summary of review
- Photo Gallery of thermal baths Sarvár
A Traditional Spa Town: Sárvár
The town of Sárvár is located in Vas County. Over 15,000 inhabitants live here, making Sárvár the capital of the district of the same name. Healing water was discovered here in 1961, and the construction of the extensive spa centre began in the same year. If you hear Czech spoken in the town, don’t be surprised – Sárvár Thermal Spa is popular among Czech tourists.
Sárvár is known for more than just its thermal baths. The town is famous for its historic centre with the Nádasdy family castle. Besides the castle, the town offers other activities:
- Rope park
- Botanical garden with an arboretum
- Traditional Hungarian restaurants and cafes
Less than 30 kilometres from the town are other Hungarian thermal baths. Bükfürdő Spa attracts thousands of tourists annually thanks to its extensive pool complex.
Tranquility for Patients and Fun for Families with Children
The Sárvár Thermal Spa complex is divided into several sectors. It provides ample space for family fun with children and privacy for patients receiving effective treatment.
The complex includes a therapeutic section with medical procedures, an extensive sauna world with Finnish saunas, a steam bath, and a Kneipp pool. All areas are carefully separated to prevent mixing of patients with recreational visitors.
Healthy Water with High Sodium Content
The healing effects of the water in Sárvár thermal baths help people with musculoskeletal problems, gynaecological issues, and skin diseases. The spa draws water from two springs:
- The first is located at a depth of 1,200 metres and has a temperature of 43°C
- The second hot spring is heated to a temperature of 83°C and is found 2,000 metres below the surface.
Thanks to the high sodium content, the famous Sárvár Thermal Crystal Salt is obtained from the water through evaporation. The thermal spa uses this salt in its healing therapies. In addition to the diseases mentioned above, the salt baths also treat:
- Lower abdominal pain
- Sports injuries
- Soft tissue rheumatism
- Asthma
- Climacteric syndrome
Due to the highly mineral composition of the water, the baths are not suitable for all patients. Patients suffering from heart and respiratory weakness, thrombosis and venous diseases, and pregnant women should consider consulting a doctor.
The Composition of the Mineral Water in Sárvár Thermal Spa:
| Substance | Volume in mg/l |
| Sodium | 978 |
| Potassium | 8.7 |
| Ammonia | 7.6 |
| Calcium | 7.4 |
| Magnesium | 5.7 |
| Manganese | 0.03 |
| Iron | 0.02 |
Family Adventure Baths
The spa offers enormous enjoyment for the entire family. Sárvár thermal baths are referred to by some guests as the best Hungarian spa for families with children. On-site, you will find swimming pools, children’s paddling pools, and a special diving pool.
Local slides are popular with visitors of all ages. The biggest attraction is undoubtedly the 106-meter-long slide, which runs through indoor and outdoor areas and includes a number of lighting effects and optical illusions. Some pools are also equipped with artificial wave generation and other fun attractions.
The water world at Sárvár Spa is complemented by luxurious facilities. Changing rooms and special nursing rooms are available for mothers with children. Visitors will also appreciate the tepidarium for children tired from water play. In the summer months, you can also have fun in the outdoor sports complex.
Special Program for Ailing Patients
If you are visiting Sárvár Thermal Spa for treatments, a consultation with a doctor and the purchase of a special therapeutic program are worthwhile. Six such programs are available in Sárvár.
The price of each treatment package includes free entry to the spa for the duration of the stay and a specialist medical examination. The doctor will then select suitable procedures within your chosen package. The treatment programs include a wide range of therapies such as:
- Lymphatic massage
- Inhalation
- Oxygen therapy
- Electrotherapy
- Stay in a salt cave
A great advantage is the option to combine wellness services, curative treatments, and fitness services. Sárvár Thermal Spa allows its visitors to build a tailor-made program at a discounted price.
Price List of Basic Treatment Programs:
| Program | Spa Entry Included | Specialist Medical Examination | Therapeutic Procedures | Price (EUR) |
| Intensive Curative Treatment | 5 | 1 | 10 | 172€ |
| Weekly Small Curative Treatment | 5 | 1 | 10 | 131€ |
| Two-Week Small Curative Treatment | 10 | 1 | 15 | 240€ |
| Three-Week Small Curative Treatment | 15 | 1 | 30 | 347€ |
| Large Anti-Rheumatism Treatment | 10 | 1 | 45 | 493€ |
| Three-Week Large Anti-Rheumatism Treatment | 15 | 1 | 60 | 612€ |
Admission – Sárvár Thermal Spa
Admission to the Sárvár thermal baths is dual, depending on the date of your visit to Hungary. The spa distinguishes between seasonal and off-season pricing. Seasonal days, however, are more frequent than you might think:
- Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- January 2 to March 15
- April 19 to June 6
- June 18 to August 31
- October 1 to November 1
- December 21 to December 31
The price difference between the season and off-season is only a matter of a few euros. A pleasant fact is that the spa differentiates the price of a family ticket based on the number of children. Children under three years old also have free admission to the spa.
Naturally, other special services are paid. Entry to the sauna world costs approx. 6,16 € for the whole day. But remember — only children over 12 years old are allowed in the sauna area. You can find the full price list on the website.
Admission price list for Sarvár Thermal Baths
| Ticket Type | Seasonal Price (EUR) |
Off-Season Price (EUR)
|
| All-day ticket | 16€ | 14€ |
| Ticket from 4 PM | 9€ | 8€ |
| Ticket from 6 PM | 5€ | 4€ |
| Ticket 3 to 14 years | 8€ | 7€ |
| Children under 3 years | Free | Free |
| Student admission | 9€ | 7€ |
| Family ticket (1 child) | 37€ | 29€ |
| Family ticket (2 children) | 43€ | 34€ |
| Family ticket (3 children) | 49€ | 39€ |
| Family ticket (4 children) | 54€ | 44€ |
Prices are for reference only; always check prices directly on the official spa website.
Opening Hours – Sárvár Spa
Unlike other spas in Hungary, Sárvár Thermal Baths are not open all year. They are closed on Christmas Eve and other Hungarian public holidays. As the spa states on its website – check the opening hours before your visit.
However, the usual opening hours at Sárvár Spa are extensive and suit almost everyone:
| Area | Opening Hours |
| Therapeutic Baths |
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
|
| Family Adventure Baths (Friday and Saturday) |
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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| Family Adventure Baths (Sunday to Thursday) |
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
|
| Sauna World |
9:00 AM – 8:45 PM
|
| Medical Procedures |
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
|
| Wellness |
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
|
| Fitness |
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
|
| Beauty Salons |
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
|
| Swimming Pool |
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
|
| Bowling |
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
|
Opening hours are for reference only; always check the current situation on the official spa website.Remember that, as with other Hungarian spas, the pools in Sárvár undergo continuous maintenance. Closing dates for the pools can be found here.
Accommodation Directly in the Sárvár Spa Complex
You won’t explore any Hungarian spa in just one day. If you are looking for accommodation directly in Sárvár, you have several options.
- The VitalMed**** hotel is located directly within the thermal spa complex. The 26 luxury hotel rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a telephone, a minibar, and a television. Hotel guests can borrow a bathrobe and receive free entry to the spa with their accommodation.
- The very popular 4* Park Inn by Radisson Sárvár Resort & Spa hotel, which is undoubtedly one of the most favoured, is also directly connected to the wellness centre. The advantage is that the spa is connected to the hotel by a tunnel, and entry to it is included in the accommodation. The La Caraffa restaurant is also available, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Popular accommodation at the Hungarian spa is the Sárvár Fürdő Mobilházak (Mobile Homes). These are apartment cabins with a separate bedroom. Sárvár Thermal Baths has 14 mobile homes available in the camping area. Up to 6 people can sleep in them on a double bed, separate beds, and a pull-out sofa. Each house also has a small terrace with furniture.
- The spa also offers accommodation in an apartment house. Up to four people can comfortably sleep in the 30 m2 room. Each room also has a small terrace. Drivers will appreciate the option of parking directly in front of the apartment house.
- The last option is the spa campsite. It has 89 pitches – each with the option of an electrical hook-up with a 16A circuit breaker and a connection to the water supply. The campsite’s sanitary facilities include a washing machine, a space for bathing children, a changing table, and barrier-free toilets.
Sárvár is a traditional spa town that offers dozens of guesthouses, hotels, and other accommodation options. If you don’t choose directly from the spa’s offer, for example, if the Sárvár thermal baths are not your only destination, try other luxury hotels in Sárvár:
Summary of review
Sárvár Thermal Spa is one of the most visited Hungarian baths. It is easily accessible by car from surrounding countries – the journey takes approximately five hours from Prague. Compared to other thermal spas, Sárvár is more expensive – but the difference is not significant. The pool facilities and the cleanliness of the area are of an excellent standard, and the thermal baths are suitable for families with children and ailing patients. All of them have the opportunity to experience the healing effects of the two hot springs.
Photo Gallery of thermal baths Sarvár
Photo source: booking.com
