In the heart of the most beautiful Alpine regions
Explorer Hotels are located in 12 top Alpine regions in Austria and Germany. Here you can experience the Alps in all their glory – 365 days a year.
Your base camp in the Alps from €69.80 per person.
Choose between 11 TOP Alpine regions in Germany & Austria!
You'll find your base camp 4x (soon to be 5 ;-)) in the Bavarian Alps and 7x in Austria – including in Carinthia, Tyrol, Vorarlberg, and Upper Austria.
You'll find your base camp 4x (soon to be 5 ;-)) in the Bavarian Alps and 7x in Austria.
Here you can expect an uncomplicated atmosphere, trendy design and a sustainable alternative.
Whether you're a passionate hiker, climber, trail runner, cyclist, or action lover, you'll find the perfect playground for your outdoor adventures in the Alps.
Aimed at athletes and active holidaymakers, you will find everything you need for a successful summer holiday in the mountains.
Click here to get to know the regions!
StubaitalStubai Valley / NEW: now open
Stubai Glacier: Skiing from October to May, 109 three-thousand-meter peaks, 9 mountain lakes, Stubai High Trail
ÖtztalÖtztal
1,600 km of marked hiking trails, Bike Republic Sölden, AUDI FIS Ski World Cup, Action Highlight Area 47
GarmischGarmisch
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park, views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze, and a heated outdoor pool
BayrischzellBayrischzell
Tegernsee, Schliersee, Wendelstein, Sudelfeld - located at the foot of the Seeberg!
NeuschwansteinNeuschwanstein
At the Alpspitzbahn with summer tobogganing, children's ski slopes & night skiing, royal castles 20 min
MontafonMontafon
Bielerhöhe, Piz Buin, Silvretta, Silvretta High Alpine Road, right next to the Mountain Beach
KitzbuehelKitzbühel
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann, 20 min to Kitzbühel, Wilder Kaiser, SuperSki Card with 2,750 km
ZillertalZillertal
1,200 km of biking, hiking & climbing, 179 lifts, 508 km of slopes, ski area 600 m, Zillertal Arena 10 min
Bad KleinkirchheimBad Kleinkirchheim / Carinthia
at the hotel: St. Kathrein thermal baths, Roman baths 3 min, swimming lakes, Sonnenscheincard always included
HinterstoderHinterstoder
Near the Schiederweiher, hikes & via ferratas at all altitudes, adventure mountain Wurbauerkogel
OberstdorfOberstdorf
Southernmost town, mountain & bike at 3 altitudes, 200 km of hiking trails, largest and highest ski area
BerchtesgadenBerchtesgaden
Close to Königssee, National Park, Watzmann, Kehlsteinhaus, salt mine, outdoor pool and Jennerbahn
Why Explorer Hotels?
All 11 Explorer Hotels offer the same comfort and amenities 365 days a year! And best of all: the Explorer Hotels are passive houses and place great emphasis on sustainability.
Green Spirit
We love the Alps the way they are and want to do everything we can to keep it that way. As Europe's first certified passive house hotels, we are committed to sustainability.
Sports lover with an explorer gene
Plenty of storage space for your equipment in the rooms, a ski and bike area with a workbench, sports lockers, washing area, and tour suggestions for every season. We know sports!
Trust & Passion
We do what we do with passion and at a high level. Because quality isn't just a cliché for us! You're guaranteed the best price with us and will meet sports-loving Explorer Buddies who will provide you with expert advice.
Recovery mode on!
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms with stunning mountain views will quickly put you in vacation mode. For extra relaxation, head to the Sport Spa, complete with sauna, steam bath, infrared cabin, and fitness room.
We have the right deals for you!
No matter how many nights, whether you're a biker or a hiker – you'll find what you're looking for at the Explorer Hotels.
Thermal baths included!
✔ Only in Bad Kleinkirchheim
✔ Free daily spa entry
✔ from 1 night
Explorer Week
✔ Stay 7 nights or more and save 15%.
✔ Arrival daily.
Summer Deal Zillertal
✔ Includes 6-day Zillertal Activcard
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✔ Minimum stay of 7 nights
Hike Deal
✔ Including cable car ticket
✔ Reduced rate
✔ for stays of 3 nights or more
Active Deal
✔ 10% bonus
✔ for stays of 3 or more nights
✔ bookable in spring, summer, and fall
Summer Deal Montafon
✔ Includes 6-day Wildlife Pass
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✔ Minimum stay of 7 nights
Happy Family Deal
✔ 1 child up to 17 years old free or up to 50% off an extra children's room
✔ Limited offer
Climate Rate
✔ 10% off
✔ from 1 night
✔ only when arriving by train/bike
Special Rate
✔ No deposit required
✔ from 1 night
✔ 80% cancellation fee except in case of re-letting
Flexible Rate
✔ No deposit required
✔ Only a 10% fee for rebooking/cancellation up to 3 days before arrival
TIP: two regions with many free services
Bad Kleinkirchheim
The Carinthia Card, offering free services such as mountain railway rides, boat trips, swimming pools, animal encounters, and much more, is included from May 14th to November 1st, 2026.
Hinterstoder
The Pyhrn-Priel Active Card, offering free services such as mountain railway rides, swimming pools, guided hikes, and museums, is included from May 1st to November 1st, 2026.
Enter the period, select the region and book!
Look forward to your summer vacation!
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