Design rooms
Modern designer rooms with plenty of storage space, a safe, a bench in the panoramic window, and a comfortable double bed.
Kitzbühel
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
Zillertal
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
Bad Kleinkirchheim / Carinthia
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
Garmisch
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Stubai Valley / NEW: now open
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Oberstdorf
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Montafon
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Hinterstoder
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Neuschwanstein
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
Berchtesgaden
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
Ötztal
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
The 10 best ski resorts in the Alps
Best ski resorts in the Alps in Austria, Germany and Switzerland
How can you choose with so many ski resorts? No worries. We won't leave you in the lurch. Raise the curtain on the best ski resorts in the Alps.
1. Ski Circus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn
| Austria |
One of Austria's largest ski areas is definitely the Skicircus, with a total of 270 kilometers of slopes and numerous freeriding opportunities.
The Freeride World Tour also regularly stops here.
2. Sölden
| Austria |
Thanks to its two glaciers, the ski area is guaranteed snow and offers perfect conditions from October to April. Did you know that a James Bond movie was filmed here? At the summit station, there's a dedicated adventure world called 007 Elements.
- Explorer Hotel Ötztal: 23 km
3. Ski World Wilder Kaiser-Brixental
| Austria |
With 280 kilometers of slopes, it is one of the largest and most modern ski resorts in the world.
By the way, from the hotel you have a perfect view of the Wilder Kaiser massif.
- Explorer Hotel Kitzbühel: 10 km
4. Zermatt
| Switzerland |
Here you'll find 360 kilometers of slopes, the highest 4000-meter peaks in the Alps, and the Matterhorn for fun on the slopes in Switzerland.
5. Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal
| Germany |
The two-country ski resort in Germany's southernmost municipality offers the perfect slope for every skill level. The Nebelhorn, with its 400-meter-high view, and the Ifen, with its distinctive shape, are just two of the countless highlights of the ski area.
- Explorer Hotel Oberstdorf: 4 km
6. Garmisch-Partenkirchen
| Germany |
Will you dare to try the famous Kandahar run? There are 40 kilometers of slopes here, and there are also great options for children.
- Explorer Hotel Garmisch: 7 km
7. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
| Austria |
The most family-friendly ski area in Europe with guaranteed snow slopes until spring is in Tyrol.
8. Stuibaier Glacier
| Austria |
From October to May, you can enjoy your turns here. Five glaciers offer fun on the slopes at up to 3,210 meters.
9. Silvretta Montafon
| Austria |
Vorarlberg's most athletic ski resort is an absolute freeride paradise. 140 kilometers of slopes and black runs with gradients of up to 81% guarantee downhill fun.
- Explorer Hotel Montafon: 1 km
10. Zillertal Arena
| Austria |
150 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes and 52 state-of-the-art lifts spread across two federal states and four mountains. Tip: Good Morning Skiing twice a week from 6:55 a.m. throughout March.
- Explorer Hotel Zillertal: 8 km
It doesn't always have to be the biggest, highest, best
We also love the small, family-friendly ski resorts, which are perfect for beginners or even just a few hours of skiing. You can find these around all Explorer Hotels. To save you time searching, we've compiled a list of all the ski resorts around Explorer Hotels.
All ski resorts around the Explorer Hotels
Neuschwanstein
Hahnenkamm ski area near Reutte
At the entrance to the Lechtal in the Reutte nature park region in Tyrol, the Hahnenkamm ski area awaits you with around 16km of slopes for fun for the whole family.
Neuschwanstein
Hochalpe/Breitenberg ski area
The Hochalpe am Breitenberg ski area in Pfronten is located on a high plateau below the Aggenstein and can be reached by the Breitenbergbahn cable car.
Neuschwanstein
Nesselwängle ski area
Discover the natural snow paradise of Nesselwängle in the Tannheimer Valley with over 15 km of slopes of all difficulty levels and a long toboggan run.
Neuschwanstein
Neunerköpfle ski area
In the Neunerköpfle ski area in the Tannheimer Valley, around 11.5 km of slope fun await you - and sensational views.
Neuschwanstein
Oberjoch ski area
The Oberjoch ski area below the Iseler is known not only for its alpine training center, but also for its more than 30 km of fantastic slopes for skiers of all skill levels.
Neuschwanstein
Nesselwang ski area
Do you prefer short distances to skiing on your Allgäu vacation? Jackpot! The Explorer Hotel Neuschwanstein is located right next to the Alpspitzbahn cable car in Nesselwang.
Berchtesgaden
Rossfeld Oberau ski area
You can ski with a view of Watzmann, Hoher Göll and Untersberg during your winter holiday in Berchtesgaden in the natural snow paradise Rossfeld, the most snow-sure family ski area in the Berchtesgadener Land.
Berchtesgaden
Zinken Dürrnberg ski area
You can ski with a view of Salzburg during your winter holiday in Berchtesgaden in the small but excellent Zinkenlifte ski area near Hallein. The whole family is in good hands here and can have fun away from the crowds!
Berchtesgaden
Gutshof Obersalzberg ski area
The small but fine Obersalzberg ski area comprises four ski lifts, a children's lift and three kilometers of slopes.
Berchtesgaden
Hochschwarzeck ski area
Fantastic views of the Berchtesgaden Mountains await you on your day of skiing in the Hochschwarzeck family ski area in Ramsau.
Berchtesgaden
Götschen ski area
During your skiing holiday in Berchtesgaden, you shouldn't miss the Götschen ski area in Bischofswiesen.
Oberstdorf
Nebelhorn ski area
The Nebelhorn ski area comprises a total of 13 kilometers of slopes and is the highest ski area in the Allgäu. The highlight is the 400-peak view.
Zillertal
Skiing in Mayrhofen in the Zillertal
Just a few kilometers from the hotel in Kaltenbach is the entrance to the ski area around Mayrhofen in the Zillertal.
Zillertal
Skiing in the Zillertal Arena
What's the name of the largest ski area in the Zillertal Valley? Of course: Zillertal Arena. From the hotel in Kaltenbach, it's not far to the entrance to the seemingly endless slopes.
Zillertal
Hochzillertal-Hochfügen ski area
The entrance to the Hochfügen-Zillertal ski area is within walking distance of your hotel in Kaltenbach. Ideal if you want to leave the car at home during your winter holiday in Tyrol.
Montafon
Bielerhöhe Montafon ski area
The insider tip away from the hustle and bustle of the Montafon slopes. Two cable cars, 2 kilometers of slopes, and plenty of opportunities for ski touring. Just 20 minutes from the hotel.
Montafon
Brandnertal ski area
The Branderntal valley is the neighboring valley of the Montafon. It boasts 14 cable cars and 64 kilometers of slopes. Perfect for families, it's only 36 minutes from the Explorer Hotel Monatfon.
Montafon
Silvretta Montafon
The ski area runs through the valley and offers 37 cable cars and 141 kilometers of slopes. It's perfect for sporty skiers and snowboarders and is just 2 minutes from the hotel.
Montafon
Kristberg Montafon ski area
The family-friendly ski area offers a magic carpet, 'Silbi's Winter World,' and four ski slopes. It's perfect for nature lovers and families and is only 20 minutes from the hotel.
Montafon
Gargellen ski area
8 cable cars, 32 kilometers of slopes, perfect for deep snow enthusiasts, and only 20 minutes from the hotel.
Montafon
Golm Montafon ski area
In winter, the Golm offers a diverse ski area with 9 lifts and 44 kilometers of slopes. From practice areas to World Cup slopes, it's just 25 minutes from the hotel.
Kitzbühel
Ski Circus Saalbach-Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn
The Saalbach-Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski area is one of the largest ski areas in Austria and, with 270 kilometers of slopes, offers you plenty of variety during your ski holiday in Austria.
Kitzbühel
Steinplatte Waidring ski area
The Steinplatte Waidring ski area is located between Austria and Germany and is one of the best ski areas for families!
Kitzbühel
SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental
The SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental ski area is one of the largest ski areas in Tyrol and worldwide! Are you ready for your exciting day of skiing in Austria?
Kitzbühel
Skiing fun in the KitzSki ski area
The KitzSki ski area in Kitzbühel is located around the Kitzbüheler Horn and Hahnenkamm and offers skiing fun on 188 km of perfectly groomed slopes and 41 km of ski routes.
Kitzbühel
St. Johann in Tirol ski area
The St. Johann in Tirol ski area is perfect for your family ski holiday in Kitzbühel. From the Explorer Hotel in St. Johann, you can access the ski area directly.
Zillertal
Ski and Glacier World Zillertal 3000
In the Zillertal, you'll get your money's worth on your ski holiday: In the Ski & Glacier World Zillertal 3000, you'll find around 202 km of slopes and 66 state-of-the-art lifts in 5 ski areas.
Ötztal
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area
The Ötztal Valley offers a wide variety of ski resorts for your winter holiday in Tyrol. From your hotel in Umhausen, you can easily reach several great ski areas.
Ötztal
Umhausen Niederthai ski area
Your ski holiday in the Ötztal Valley is ready: Just a few minutes from the hotel in Umhausen lies Niederthai, home to a small, family-friendly ski resort.
Ötztal
Sölden ski area in the Ötztal
Sölden is arguably the most famous winter sports resort in the Ötztal Valley, if not in all of Tyrol. It's a good thing your hotel in Umhausen, Austria, is just a few kilometers from the ski area.
Ötztal
BIG 3 in Sölden
The Gaislachkogl (3,058 m), the Tiefenbachkogl (3,250 m), and the Schwarze Schneide (3,340 m) – making Sölden the only ski resort in Austria to have three three-thousanders accessible by cable car. Each of the BIG 3 has a breathtaking
Bad Kleinkirchheim
Heidi Alm ski area
The ski area for children and families at Falkert in Carinthia with 11 kilometers of slopes and 2 drag lifts.
Garmisch
Garmisch-Classic ski area
Can't decide which mountain to ski on during your vacation in Farchant? You don't have to worry about it at the Garmisch-Classic ski resort in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where you have three mountains to choose from.
Garmisch
Zugspitze ski area
You won't get higher in any other ski resort! The Zugspitze is the highest ski resort in Germany and should definitely be visited during your ski holiday in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Hinterstoder
Hannes Trinkl World Cup course
The famous World Cup course in Hinterstoder is 3,500 meters long and has a maximum gradient of 60% and is a real winter highlight in Upper Austria.
Hinterstoder
Wurzeralm ski area
In the midst of the unique mountain world, the Wurzeralm ski area offers everything you need for your perfect day of skiing in the mountains.
Hinterstoder
Hinterstoder-Höss ski area
The Hinterstoder-Höss ski area impresses with 40 km of slopes, idyllic winter panoramas, stunning mountains at 2000 m altitude, World Cup slopes and action-packed downhill runs.
Ötztal
Kühtai ski area
From the Explorer Hotel in Umhausen, it is not far to Austria's highest ski resort: Kühtai.
Bad Kleinkirchheim
Goldeck ski area
In Carinthia's sunniest ski area, 25 km of perfectly groomed ski slopes and a total of 6 lifts await you and your family.
Bad Kleinkirchheim
Gerlitzen ski area
In the Gerlitzen ski area on the south side of the Alps, 45 kilometers of snow-covered slopes, 29 runs, and 20 lifts are waiting just for you!
Bad Kleinkirchheim
Turracher Höhe ski area
The Turracher Höhe ski area, at 1,763 m above sea level, is one of the most snow-sure ski regions in Austria and offers endless fun, especially for families!
Bad Kleinkirchheim
Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area
In the Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area in Carinthia, skier dreams come true! On 6 peaks, 103 km of slopes, and the longest runs in Carinthia, your skiing heart can truly let loose.
Ötztal
Hochoetz ski area
During your ski holiday in the Ötztal, we recommend a day of skiing in the Hochoetz ski area, as it is one of the sunniest ski areas in Austria.
Kitzbühel
The Streif descent
The Streif is considered one of the most difficult downhill runs in the world. International alpine athletes give it their all during the Hahnenkamm Race! The Streif is worth seeing not only in winter, but also in summer.
Neuschwanstein
Füssener Jöchle ski area
Located in the snow-sure Tannheimer Valley you will find the Füssener Jöchle ski area!
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"Sölden is and remains one of my favorite ski resorts. Here, I have the best conditions until spring."
Christian
Hotelteam-Manager Ötztal
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✔ Stay 7 nights or more and save 15%.
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✔ 10% off
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✔ 10% discount
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Always included
No matter which Explorer Hotel you spend your ski holiday in, you always have these included services :-)
Breakfast buffet
Choose from 70 fresh, high-quality, and predominantly regional products. The highlight is the do-it-yourself egg frying station.
Sports Spa
With Finnish sauna, steam bath, infrared cabin, relaxation room and fitness area with strength and cardio equipment.
Bike and Ski Area
You will find lockable sports lockers, a workbench, a washing area, as well as tour suggestions and tips for ski courses, ski and bike rentals, and much more.
E-charging stations (for a fee)
There are four public charging stations in the underground car park. Each parking space costs €8.80.
Free Wi-Fi
Explorer guests can surf the internet for free via Wi-Fi throughout their stay.