# Huus Quell by Appenzeller Huus > Huus Quell is a 30-room spa and longevity hotel in the village of Gonten, in Switzerland's Appenzell region, part of the Appenzeller Huus resort. It's best for travelers who want a high-end Alpine spa break with modern biohacking treatments and good food, reachable easily by train. Source: https://www.retreatvacations.net/huus-quell-by-appenzeller-huus/ Last checked: 2026-10-20 Location: Gonten, Appenzell, Switzerland Type: spa, longevity, wellness, meditation Official website: https://appenzellerhuus.ch/en/ Best for: Couples and solo travelers wanting a spa and longevity break in the Swiss countryside Setting: Village of Gonten, about 900 meters up, in the Alpstein region with views of the Säntis Rooms: 30 rooms and suites Spa: 2,200 m² with nine pools and eight saunas and steam grottos Programs: Biohacking treatments (cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen), coached exercise, meditation, nutrition plans, massage Nearest airport: Zurich; Gonten train station is a minute's walk away As recommended in: - Outside, "Best Wellness Destinations in the World for 2026" (2026-02-01) https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/best-wellness-destinations-2026/ - TIME, "Huus Quell by Appenzeller Huus: World's Greatest Places 2026" (2026-03-12) https://time.com/collection/worlds-greatest-places/2026/huus-quell-by-appenzeller-huus/ ## What it's like Huus Quell is the newest of three houses that make up the Appenzeller Huus resort in Gonten, a small village in the rolling green hills of Appenzell in northeastern Switzerland. The other two are the historic Huus Löwen 1878 and Huus Bären 1602. Quell is the spa and wellbeing house, with 30 rooms and suites, sitting at about 900 meters in the Alpstein region. The resort leans hard into its sustainability credentials. It belongs to the Leading Hotels of the World and carries labels from the Responsible Hotels of Switzerland and ibex fairstay programs. Its own description calls Quell a place to bring body, mind and soul back together, and the setting helps: green hills and the Säntis peak on the horizon. TIME named it one of the World's Greatest Places for 2026, and Outside included it in its 2026 wellness destinations. ## The spa Quell Spa is the reason to come. It covers 2,200 square meters and uses spring water from the resort's own source. Inside you'll find nine pools, eight saunas and steam grottos, nature zones and a rooftop spa looking out toward the Säntis. The treatment menu is split into three areas: - **Wellbeing.** Massages, from short relaxing sessions to deep tissue work and hot stone treatments, including options for two. - **Activity and nature.** Coached exercise sessions, from a quick check-in to longer personal programs. - **Holistic health.** This is the biohacking side, with cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen sessions and other treatments that use heat, cold, light, movement and oxygen. The resort says the aim is to lower stress, build energy and sharpen mental focus, and each plan is tailored to you. The hotel also offers meditation and nutrition plans. Hotel guests can use the spa from 3 p.m. on arrival until 3 p.m. on departure day, which gives you a full extra afternoon. Day spa visits are open to outside guests too, so book treatments ahead. ## Food The kitchen at Restaurant Quell is run by Executive Chef Michael Gollenz, serving modern brasserie cooking. The Botanicum Bar mixes cocktails with local herbs and fruit, and there's a private dining room set in a wine barrel for up to 10 people. The resort says its wine cellar is the largest in Switzerland. ## Who it suits (and who it doesn't) Huus Quell is a strong pick for people who like a polished hotel with a serious spa, and who are curious about longevity treatments without signing up for a clinic. It's also good for travelers who'd rather arrive by train than rent a car. It's not a structured retreat with a fixed daily schedule or group classes, so if you want a guided program where every hour is planned, a dedicated retreat center may suit you better. ## Getting there Gonten has its own train station, a one-minute walk from the hotel, so getting there by Swiss rail is easy. Zurich is the nearest major airport, and the hotel can arrange a private car transfer from there if you book at least a day ahead. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Huus Quell a separate hotel? It's one of three houses in the Appenzeller Huus resort in Gonten. Quell is the spa-focused house, with 30 rooms and suites. ### What longevity treatments are offered? The holistic health menu includes cryotherapy and hyperbaric oxygen sessions, along with other biohacking treatments built around heat, cold, light, movement and oxygen. ### Can I visit the spa without staying? Yes. Quell Spa offers day spa visits for outside guests. Check the current day spa menu on the hotel's website. ### How do I get there without a car? Take the train to Gonten station, which is about a minute's walk from the hotel. Check rooms, spa offers and availability on the [official Appenzeller Huus website](https://appenzellerhuus.ch/en/).