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7 special lifestyle hotels for a vacation in the mountains

The demands of a lifestyle hotel are high. The aim is to pamper guests, excel with unique design, and offer outstanding spa treatments and culinary delights. At the same time, however, they should also allow guests to experience the best that the region has to offer: the breathtaking nature of the surrounding area. These hotels perfectly manage that demanding balancing act.

July 31, 2022


Hotel Tirolensis

Where alpine lifestyle and Mediterranean flair meet and create their own unforgettable atmosphere. ©Hotel Tirolensis

Just 15 minutes from Bolzano and Merano, the Hotel Tirolensis is nestled between castles, vines and apple blossoms, in one of the most beautiful areas of South Tyrol. In the 4-star Adults-Friendly Genusshotel, the Oberrauch family pampers guests with a lot of sun in their hearts and a mix of South Tyrolean lifestyle and Mediterranean flair. This conjures Manfred also on the plates, while Helga provides for well-being ambience with attention to detail. During a wine safari, a vintage car excursion, a guided hike and bike tours, the team creates unforgettable moments. Relaxation from the day's adventures and fresh energy for entertainment and fun in the Almstüberl can be found in the spa with massages and treatments. The heated indoor and outdoor pool, the new outdoor sauna and the yoga room guarantee deep relaxation. At the hotel you can rent an e-bike for brisk tours, while golfers receive special offers and benefits at the Golf Club Lana.

Hotel Tirolensis
Prissian, 75 A, 39010 Tesimo BZ, Italy
Web: tirolensis.com
Tel.: +39 0473 920901
Price: double room from € 208,-/night

 

Hotel MorgenZeit

Beach, mountain and brunch - these are the three success factors of Hotel MorgenZeit, located not far from the Hochkönig in Salzburg. ©Hotel MorgenZeit

This lifestyle hotel in the mountains comes with its own beach. Because the guests of the Hotel MorgenZeit relax on the white sandy beach of the natural pool, surrounded by dreamlike mountain scenery. What the guests are missing to the happiness in addition to mountain and beach? Brunch, of course! They serve it here every day until 1 pm. Regional delicacies and many specialties also make the hearts of gourmets beat faster in the à la carte restaurant. The hotel cultivates casual, family-oriented and organic luxury; as a guest, you immediately feel like part of the family. Thanks to the "Bed & Brunch" concept, there is not only enough time to spend hours on the beach, but also to treat yourself to a massage, use the sauna and take advantage of the range of activities on offer in Maria Alm as well as on the Hochkönig. Climbing, mountaineering, golfing, tennis, mountain biking and of course hiking are just some of the outdoor highlights.

Hotel MorgenZeit
Urchen 38, 5761 Maria Alm, Salzburg/Austria
Web: wellnesshotel-mariaalm.com
Tel.: +43 6584 24424
Price: double room from € 338,-/night

Parkhotel Egerner Höfe

Nature is a constant companion during every stay at Hotel Egerner Höfe - inside and outside. ©Parkhotel Egerner Höfe

Pure relaxation, picturesque views and all-round carefree packages: the luxury Hotel Egerner Höfe on Lake Tegern in Upper Bavaria combines all these components to create an unforgettable stay. Downstairs, the hotel's own park invites guests to linger. And in the distance, the Wallberg rises into the sky. Lake Tegernsee shimmers in the finest blue or turquoise, framed by firm edges and gentle hills. While the lake tempts you to enjoy water sports, fantastic hiking and biking routes lead high up through the unique scenery of the Alps. Back at the hotel, the Mangfall Spa pampers guests with soothing treatments, saunas and innovative relaxation rooms. The architecture of the spa is characterized by flowing transitions between inside and outside; thanks to the panoramic glass front, nature is always within reach. Speaking of nature: it also finds its way into the kitchen. Particularly outstanding are the creations of star chef Thomas Kellermann, who serves excellent menus with his team in the new gourmet restaurant Dichter.

Parkhotel Egerner Höfe
Aribostraße 19-26, 83700 Rottach Egern, Germany
Web: egerner-hoefe.de
Tel.: +49 8022 6660
Price: double room from € 300,-/night

DAS EDELWEISS Salzburg Mountain Resort

Switching off succeeds immediately with this backdrop. In view of the imposing mountain peaks, the worries of everyday life suddenly become small. ©DAS EDELWEISS

Austria's Grossarl Valley is one of those places where you immediately leave everyday life behind and arrive on vacation. One reason for this could be the fantastic mountain panorama that awaits you here. Embedded in this dream scenery is the family-run THE EDELWEISS Salzburg Mountain Resort. Those who check in here not only draw new strength from the green surroundings, but also from the wide range of wellness, culinary and experience offers - privacy always included. If you wish, you can order breakfast in your room and start an active day in the mountains from there. The hotel is located just a few meters from the valley station of the Grossarl panorama lift, from where you are immediately in the middle of the adventure. And those who have tried out the 400-kilometer-long network of hiking trails enough will retreat back to the hotel. Because there, not only the generous Adults-Only-Spa area including infinity pool on the sixth floor, but also the award-winning cuisine will spoil you.

DAS EDELWEISS Salzburg Mountain Resort
Unterbergstraße 65, 5611 Großarl
Web: edelweiss-grossarl.com
Tel.: +43 6414 3000
Price: from € 180,-/night

Panorama Hotel Alpenstern

The Panoramahotel Alpenstern is in a pole position for those who want to enjoy the Bregenz Forest in all its beauty. ©Panoramahotel Alpenstern/Mia Feline

Alpine sports enthusiasts and those who want to become one are in the right place here in the Bregenz Forest. Numerous summit experiences, walking tours and biking adventures await! Especially when it comes to hiking, you can look forward to varied terrain in the Damüls-Mellau region. The more than 300 kilometers of marked hiking trails lead past crystal clear mountain lakes and across flowering alpine meadows, always with a view of imposing peaks. Thanks to its privileged location, the Panoramahotel Alpenstern is the best starting point for all kinds of outdoor adventures. Upon request, the Alpenstern hosts will even accompany their guests on guided hikes. Back at the hotel, various saunas, steam bath, infinity pool, massages, fitness and relaxation rooms invite you to relax. The restaurant "Löffelspitze" is considered a culinary hotspot; here guests are served an exclusive, 8-course tasting menu by top chefs Peter Bischof and Sandro Abel.

Alpenstern Panoramahotel
Oberdamüls 191, 6884 Damüls, Austria
Web: hotel-alpenstern.at
Tel.: +43 5510 513
Price: double room from € 123,-/person

 

Die HOCHKÖNIGIN

Located in the idyllic village of Maria Alm, the Hochkönigin attracts guests with its infinity pool and family spa. ©Lorenz Masser

The Hörl family has been at home in the beautiful Maria Alm for several generations. The region in Salzburg Land has simply done it to them. In their family-run lifestyle hotel Die HOCHKÖNIGIN the Hörls pass on their passion for this spot of earth, located at the foot of the mighty Hochkönig, to their guests. Designed with a lot of heart and attention to detail, the modern design alone ensures feel-good moments. In addition, there are light-flooded rooms, large glass fronts, rain showers in the rooms and suites, some of which have their own sauna. Guests who have spent a day full of adventure out in the mountains, indulged in pleasurable hikes and plunged downhill on the numerous mountain bike trails will look forward to a few quiet moments in the infinity pool or in the Adults Only Spa, while families with children relax in the Family Spa. Because the kiddies are also welcome guests at the HOCHKÖNIGIN. Top: Some of the ingredients for the excellent cuisine come from the hotel's own organic farm!

Die HOCHKÖNIGIN - Mountain Resort
Hochkönigstraße 27, 5761 Maria Alm, Salzburg, Austria
Web: hochkoenigin.com
Tel.: +43 6584 7447
Price: double room from € 306,-

 

Prechtlgut

The ambience is rustic and cozy, but the luxury is exceedingly modern. ©Prechtlgut

The Prechtlgut is dedicated to down-to-earth luxury. In the beautiful chalets, you feel like you've stepped back into the good old days - but you still don't have to do without modern amenities. These include open fireplaces, pine beds, chalet's own wellness areas with hot tub, pine sauna and panoramic tub, as well as an infinity pool, which even in winter invites you to weightless moments under the clear starry sky of Salzburg province. In the morning breakfast comes to the chalet, for culinary leisure hours the Prechtlstadl with its traditional cuisine is available. Thus strengthened, it is easy to actively explore the Wagrain region. Around the exclusive chalet village, numerous hiking tours, mountain bike trails and excursion destinations are waiting to be discovered. If you are looking for a tee shot with a difference, you will find it on three golf courses in the immediate vicinity.

Bergdorf Prechtlgut
Hofmark 1, 5602 Wagrain, Salzburg, Austria
Web: prechtlgut.at
Tel.: +43 676 730 1911
Price: Chalet from € 510,-/night

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