The Central

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A spectacular glacier ski area with a dream panorama and culinary and cultural highlights is what Sölden is so famous for. Winter sports fans, connoisseurs and wellness enthusiasts alike will find a real place of longing in the middle of the valley, not far from the Gaislachkoglbahn: Das Central. The popular five-star hotel ushered in a new era in 2023 with a pioneering renovation. Since November, 31 of the modernized rooms and suites have shone in new splendor, while special wellness suites with private saunas provide the ultimate relaxation factor. Just like the new Summit Spa high above the rooftops: Here you can swim towards the mountains in the glazed sky pool and warm up in the panoramic saunas. In the cinematic installation 007 elements, at the Gaislachkoglbahn mountain station, you can follow in the footsteps of James Bond and explore the locations from the film Spectre - an absolute must-do. 

The Central - Alpine. Luxury. Life.
Auweg 3, 6450 Sölden, Austria
Tel.: +43 525 422600
Web: central-soelden.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 550

Hochkönigin

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There are many reasons why Maria Alm is so popular among winter fans: There's the unique view of the majestic Hochkönig, the Ski Amadé, one of the largest ski areas in Europe, and the wellness hotel die HOCHKÖNIGIN. Although you can access the slopes directly from your accommodation, guests can relax in the royal rooms. One highlight is the many cuddle zones that can be found throughout the hotel. Or the Queen Spa, where adults can have an area all to themselves. In the winter months, the tingling sauna infusions, massages and beauty treatments are particularly invigorating. The days are rounded off with Alpine gourmet classics and the finest wines. The Advent season at the hotel is particularly contemplative and is celebrated with cozy mulled wine days by the open fire and a big New Year's Eve party.

DIE HOCHKÖNIGIN - Mountain Resort
Hochkönigstraße 27, 5761 Maria Alm, Austria
Tel: +43 6584 7447
Web: hochkoenigin.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 200

Wiesergut

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It's rare to find a place where history, ecology and beautiful design merge. Perhaps that is why the Wiesergut at the Saalbach ski resort is so special. An estate was run on the site 700 years ago. The estate's own farm with its healthy slow food has remained, and a modern boutique hotel is a welcome addition. Here, nature has been brought inside and light streams through all the rooms. You can reminisce or daydream - for example in the straightforward bathhouse, the place you long for after long days in the snow. Then the sauna and steam bath provide soothing warmth and even in winter you can take a dip in the heated pools. Sustainable: The water comes from the hotel's own spring. 

Hotel Wiesergut
Wiesern 48, 5754 Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria
Tel.: +43 6541 6308
Web: wiesergut.com
Price: Suite incl. breakfast from € 544

Zhero Hotel

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Avant-garde lifestyle in the middle of Tyrol, a new dimension of Alpine vacations: The Zhero Hotel, which has established itself in the Paznaun Valley not far from Ischgl, relies on a unique synergy of architecture and interior design. Here, regional, Alpine materials such as wood and stone meet modern design highlights. All 67 rooms and 12 suites have an elegant touch with a high degree of comfort. The unique spa and wellness world with saunas and steam bath also leaves nothing to be desired. The highlight of the warm ambience is the 20-meter-long pool, which you can dive into on cold winter days. Those who prefer to enjoy the snow-covered nature can take the free VIP shuttle to the surrounding ski areas of Ischgl and Kappl. The ski pass is conveniently available at reception. The five-star hotel's exclusive lounges are the perfect place to round off an icy day's skiing in style.

Zhero Hotel
Wiese 687, 6555 Ischgl/Kappl, Austria
Web: zherohotelischgl.com
Tel: +43 5445 61 200
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 280

Thurnher's Alpenhof

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"The average gives the world its existence, the extraordinary its value," Oscar Wilde once said. A quote that seems to have been written for Thurnher's Alpenhof. Hostess Dr. Beatrice Zarges is known for her meticulous attention to detail. She doesn't shy away from bright colors or unconventional textures and patterns - a vivid contrast to the snow-covered winter landscape. Absolute luxury can be experienced in the form of personal and individual service, comprehensive wellness offers and a light gourmet menu in the restaurant or on the fantastic roof terrace. Thanks to the location at 1,720 meters, directly on the ski slopes of Lech Zürs with over 300 kilometers and rapid deep-snow runs, guests can look forward to a full portion of winter. Tip: It's also suitable for freestylers.

Thurnher's Alpenhof
Zürs 295, 6763 Zürs am Arlberg, Austria
Tel: +43 5583 2191
Web: thurnhers.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 660

Burg Hotel Lech

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It's that unspeakable feeling of freedom that you get when you look out over the fantastic slopes of the Lech-Oberlech ski area, the snow sparkles in the sun and you see the Burg down in the valley right by the piste. The four-star superior hotel has secured a prime spot right at the valley station and is the eagerly awaited final stop after a long day on the slopes. Guests come here to celebrate life, dream and take a deep breath - whether in the lovingly designed rooms and suites with an alpine touch, in the self-care area with a pool, a sauna and massages, where all the pressure of everyday life is lifted from you, or in Culinary Heaven with a creative alpine cuisine at award-winning level. For après-ski, connecting or snacking, connoisseurs meet up at Eisbar No. 1, one of the most popular hotspots in Oberlech. Attention: It can get a little late here ...

Burg Hotel Oberlech
Oberlech 266, 6764 Lech am Arlberg, Austria
Tel.: +43 5583 2291
Web: burghotel-lech.com
Price: on request

Gasthof Post

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Where there used to be a post office building, today you can immerse yourself in a world of old-world opulence. A romantic flair pervades the rooms of the Gasthof Post, each of which tells its own story. The elegant interior features traditional alpine elements such as wooden inserts and paintings. The five-star hotel has been family-owned for more than 80 years and has belonged to the select Relais & Châteaux circle for over 40 years. Culinary standards are also kept high: International creations are served alongside Austrian dishes. Thanks to its own farm, the hotel uses fresh ingredients of the highest quality. Whether relaxing in the hotel's own wellness area or having fun skiing on the slopes of the Arlberg - thanks to its direct location next to the Rüfikopfbahn, there's something for everyone.

Gasthof Post Lech
Dorf 11, 6764 Lech am Arlberg, Austria
Tel.: +43 5583 22060
Web: postlech.com
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 698

Elizabeth Arthotel

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It doesn't take much to create a particularly exclusive living atmosphere: There are only 39 rooms and suites at the Elizabeth Arthotel. While Ischgl is known for its extensive winter sports facilities and the large ski area, the small five-star hideaway scores with relaxation and privacy. The clear lines in the rooms and spa have a calming effect, while a modern, elegant style is the perfect contrast to the alpine mountain world outside. The design is given an expression of grandeur by the many works of art that accompany guests at every turn. Where the popular in-house pizzeria is located during the day, you can toast to life in the evening right next to the ski slope to the beat of a laid-back DJ. It's not for nothing that the Schatzi Bar is one of the most popular après-ski spots in the village.

Elizabeth Arthotel
Fimbabahnweg 4, 6561 Ischgl, Austria
Tel.: +43 5444 5411
Web: elizabeth.at
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 610

Gotthard Zeit

Typical Alpine traditions and family hospitality are the ingredients for success at the four-star superior hotel, which is located in the middle of the Ötztal mountains. At an altitude of almost 2,000 meters, fans of the cold season can enjoy snow as far as the eye can see - guaranteed! Thanks to the ski-in/ski-out location, you can enjoy the speedy fun right on the doorstep; the large sun terrace with panoramic views invites you to take a break in between. Delicious local ski snacks and alpine delicacies are served here while the winter sun glistens on the white landscape. The icing on the cake after a long day on the slopes is the hotel's own wellness area with outdoor panoramic whirlpool, saunas, steam baths and a snow cabin. The perfect place to let yourself drift away and unwind.

Hotel Gotthard Zeit
Hohe Mutweg 4, 6456 Obergurgl, Austria
Tel.: +43 5256 6292
Web: gotthard-zeit.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 215 per person.

Thermenwelt Hotel Pulverer

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At an altitude of 1,100 meters, in the middle of the Nockberge biosphere reserve, the power of the clear mountain air combines impressively with the healing effects of thermal springs. This is one of the reasons why the "Thermenwelt Hotel Pulverer" is so popular - especially in the cold winter months. After a day in the snow, the hotel's own thermal spa with 5,600 square meters of wellness and tingling sauna sessions provide inner warmth. New features include the natural bathing pond with heated thermal infinity pool and 98 cozy rooms, some of which are made of soothing Swiss stone pine. In the "Loystubn" you can fortify yourself with delicacies from Carinthian and international cuisine - some ingredients even come from the hotel's own farm. During the Advent season, the scent of cookies and smoked candles fills the air. On Saturdays, the hotel hosts a romantic Advent market.

Thermenwelt Hotel Pulverer
Thermenstraße 4, 9546 Bad Kleinkirchheim, Austria
Tel.: +43 4240 744
Web: pulverer.at
Price: Doubles from € 188

Wöscherhof

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If you drive through the Zillertal, surrounded by striking mountain peaks, you'll reach the small village of Uderns halfway through. Every winter, when the ski slopes, cross-country ski trails and toboggan runs open all around, it comes to life. Winter fans and those seeking relaxation will find a place of energy with that special something in the middle of the village center that is truly on point: The Wöscherhof. The family-run hotel with its wide range of wellness offers, cozy suites and rooms and cosmo-culinary cuisine is the perfect place to relax after long days in the snow. Traditions are upheld here and warm Tyrolean hospitality is the order of the day. Perhaps that's why arriving here feels like coming home. In 2023, a heated sky infinity pool was added to the award-winning panoramic wellness area. A wow spot, even in winter.

Hotel Wöscherhof
Kirchweg 26, 6271 Uderns, Austria
Tel.: +43 5288 63054
Web: woescherhof.com
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 160 per person

Schlosshotel Ischgl

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Guaranteed snow until spring, après-ski, fantastic hideaways - it's not without reason that Ischgl is considered a winter paradise of superlatives. The glamorous Schlosshotel Ischgl is located directly on the valley run, where skiing fun, luxury and maximum enjoyment come together. Anyone who has stayed here knows all about the elegant suites with designer furniture from the Minotti label and the spacious, sophisticated Schloss Spa. The tranquil pool, relaxation zones and exclusive beauty treatments with cosmetic lines such as Ligne St. Barth provide a state of deep relaxation. Traditional or exotic - Executive Chef de Cuisine Patrick Raaß is known for his unique culinary delights at toque level, which he serves in the restaurants of the five-star superior hotel. A unique top treat for gourmets, right on the ski slopes.

Schlosshotel Ischgl*****s
Dorfstraße 85, 6561 Ischgl, Austria
Tel.: +43 5444 5633
Web: schlosshotel-ischgl.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 300

Seiblishof

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A cozy winter's day not only includes atmospheric lights, cozy relaxation options and plenty of peace and quiet, but also the finest delicacies. This is one of the reasons why the kitchen team at the Seiblishof conjures up exquisite culinary delights from fresh quality products with great flair. Whether it's the breakfast menu, the afternoon snack or the five-course gourmet menu at the end of the day - you can recharge your batteries in an elegant, feel-good atmosphere. In addition to traditional regional delicacies, Mediterranean and international specialties and flavors are also served. The highlights are the sweet temptations from the patisserie. Located in the heart of Ischgl, the hotel has secured itself a dream location between three thousand meter peaks. The huge Silvretta Arena ski area is right next door.

Superior Hotel Seiblishof Ischgl
Pasnatschweg 1, 6561 Ischgl, Austria
Tel.: +43 5444 5425
Web: seiblishof.com
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 330

My Neubergerhof

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Few places are as magical as the sheer endless expanses of Salzburger Land. At the foot of the Bischofsmütze, in an absolutely secluded location in the middle of a white wonderland of covered alpine meadows lies the Mein Neubergerhof. A hotel by the family for the family, a cozy nest for young and old. Sometimes it's sociable, sometimes very quiet - but you can always feel the warmth in the modern rooms, in the regenerative wellness area with outdoor infinity pool or in the rustic-modern parlors. Because the hosts are passionate about food, culinary delights with a regional focus are a top priority. A varied children's buffet awaits the little ones. Vacations are all about adventure, which is why a parent-free zone has been set up for kids and teens on two floors with lots of fun and games. Romping around, playing, discovering - everything is allowed.

Hotel ...mein Neubergerhof
Neuberger Straße 11, 5532 Filzmoos, Austria
Tel.: +43 6453 8381
Web: neubergerhof.at
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 228

Moar Gut

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Snowflakes slowly dance down from the sky and lie on the ground like a glittering carpet - as if Mrs. Holle herself had shaken her bed. Winter days at the Moar Gut are truly magical. The scent of homemade gingerbread and punch wafts through the rooms, the open fire crackles in the lobby and the courtyard beckons you outside for adventures. From snowball fights to skiing, for example on the Zwergerlwiese, everything is possible. The adjacent organic farm with its many animals is not only sustainable, but another highlight for little explorers. Surrounded by a breathtaking mountain panorama, the Nature Spa has been created in the Moar Gut on 1,300 square meters. While the little ones let off steam in the water world with its wave slide, adults can find a moment of peace in the saunas. 

Family Nature Resort Moar Gut
Moargasse 22, 5611 Großarl, Austria
Tel.: +43 6414 318
Web: moargut.com
Price: Family suite incl. gourmet board from € 835

Vier Studios

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Feel the blazing fire, taste the clarity of the water, see the fertile power of the earth and smell the freedom in the air - the 19 studios of VIER in beautiful Längenfeld are a tribute to the four elements. And you can really feel them in the interior design. Bubbling luxury meets natural materials and a large portion of lightness, the outside is creatively incorporated into the inside. The perfect place for private hours as a family or a couple. The wellness area combines fire, water, earth and air in the form of saunas, a whirlpool, a relaxation garden and a relaxation room. For head chef Florian Schranz, they are essences for unique culinary experiences. His unique style is based on down-to-earth Tyrolean cuisine, which he refines with a great deal of creativity and flair.

VIER - Studios & Restaurant
Runhof 108, 6444 Längenfeld, Austria
Tel.: +43 5253 94100
Web: vier-studios.at
Price: Studio Classic from € 160