Prechtlgut

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As you walk along the flowery meadows of Wagrain, the birds are chirping and life seems almost too good to be true. And if you happen to spy a 9000-square -meter property with traditional alpine chalets in the distance, it can only be the "Bergdorf Prechtlgut". Located directly at the Grafenbergbahn, it's the perfect home base for mountain bikers, hikers or golfers. There's a swimming pond in the hotel garden for cooling off on summer days, as well as the water world Wagrain, which offers attractive discounts to hotel guests. Just in time for summer season, the "Prechtlgut" has completed its Pool Luxury Lodge, which boasts its own infinity pool and promises a dreamy bathing experience. 

Bergdorf Prechtlgut
Hofmark 1, 5602 Wagrain, Austria
Web: prechtlgut.at
Tel.: +43 676 73 01 911
Price: Chalet from € 295,- per person

Tenne Lodges

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The singular architecture of the "Tenne Lodges" immediately catches the eye. Its rustic style blends perfectly with nature, and the small wooden panels on the exterior exude traditional charm. Thanks to its proximity to the mountains, the "Tenne Lodges" are the perfect starting point for hiking tours, bike adventures, tandem flights or rock climbing. Guests are spoiled for choice: the hotel has put together a whole range of special packages for its guests. For those who don't want to choose between hiking and biking, the "Tenne Lodges" offer a particularly clever deal for both.

Tenne Lodges
Bichl 51, 39040 Racines, Italy
Web: tenne-suedtirol.com
Tel.: +39 0472 433300
Price: Lodge from € 845

Landhotel Voshövel

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The "Landhotel Voshövel" is a true believer when it comes to sustainability. Every detail has a deeper meaning - like the flower garden out front, which regularly provides beautiful bouquets for the restaurants and rooms. Arguably the hotel's most industrious residents have just moved into their beehives amid great buzz. The hotel also breaks new sustainable ground: their bread and pastries come from the hotel's own organic bakery, and the majority of the products used come from regional suppliers or the immediate neighborhood. Natural goodness is also prevalent in the hotel's three new restaurants: light and earthy tones have been used here, loving details of stone and wood make the sustainable look perfect, while green plants and plenty of light round it off.

Landhotel Voshövel
Am Voshövel 1, 46514 Schermbeck, Germany
Web: landhotel.de
Tel.: +49 2856 91400
Price: Doubles including half board from € 195,- per person

Hotel Waldrast

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A mere 300 meters are enough to go from complete tranquility at the edge of the forest to the lively hustle and bustle of a village: this is where you'll find this special four-star hotel. Traditional with a modern flair, their rooms are named "Spruce", "Larch" etc. and are comfortably furnished in typical alpine style with lots of wood. Located at the foot of the Alpe di Siusi, it's right in the middle of the Dolomites - and yet only a stone's throw away from the center of Siusi allo Sciliar. The season runs here from March to November; 300 sunny days a year help to explore the area on foot or on a bike; if you'd rather rise in style, the cable car to the peaks is just a five-minute walk away. Where there's forest, there's rest, which is why the hotel attaches great importance to relaxation - for example, in the hotel's own "Waldspa", which includes a bio sauna, indoor and outdoor pools and soothing body treatments.

Hotel Waldrast Dolomiti
Hauensteinweg 25, 39040 Siusi allo Sciliar, Italy
Web: hotel-waldrast.com
Tel.: +39 0471 706117
Price: Doubles incl. half board from € 370,- per night

Sporthotel Obereggen

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Excellent food, a breathtaking view of the Dolomites, a relaxed atmosphere – this four-star superior hotel has it all. Located in the romantic Val d’Ega, it is a hotspot for relaxation, sports and lifestyle. South Tyrolean tradition is evident in the rooms and on the menu. While you might be tempted by the fine wood and herbal aromas of the saunas and wellness facility's health-giving waters, the surrounding area has plenty to offer sports enthusiasts. Tee off at your leisure at an altitude of 1,200 meters on the two nearby golf courses. If you prefer a faster pace, experience the thrill of riding a motorcycle along the exhilarating roads and passes. And for those who enjoy classic activities like hiking and mountain biking, there is also a wide choice of tours on offer. After an exciting day outdoors, wind down on the roof terrace with a rooftop pool, which was completed just in time for summer season.

Sporthotel Obereggen
Obereggen 17, 39050 Obereggen, Italy
Web: obereggen.it
Tel.: +39 0471 615797
Price: Doubles with breakfast from € 123,- per person

Hotel Steiner

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When the newly-opened "Hotel Steiner" calls for a yoga retreat, you can be sure to return as a completely new person. The four-star superior hideaway in Salzburger Land offers the perfect setting to focus on yourself for a change and to be pampered from head to toe. Their program ranges from relaxing hikes, nature and forest bathing, meditation and guided fantasy journeys to sauna infusions. Along the way, you can hone your yoga skills under the guidance of Christina Stambula. Because culinary delights are the host family's passion, you can enjoy a rich breakfast, lunch buffet and five-course dinner every day - even as a vegetarian or vegan. The best view is from the rooftop wellness area with its infinity pool and sauna area. At Hotel Steiner, you learn to see the big picture.

Hotel Steiner
Römerstraße 45, 5562 Obertauern, Austria
Web: hotel-steiner.at
Tel.: +43 6456 7306
Price: Yoga package from € 628,- per person

Salzburger Hof

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Whether in winter or in summer, the "Salzburger Hof" in Leogang unites connoisseurs, relaxation seekers and adventurers in the finest ambience. The architecture of this four-star superior hotel is memorable: The detailed use of wood and the glass Spa cube with its infinity pool on the roof are the perfect mixture of tradition and modernity. The interiors of the "Salzburger Hof" also impress, rendered in a noble yet classically Austrian design. For refreshment, they offer regional and sustainable food, in the evening a four-course menu and fine wines await. The 1200 m² panorama spa lets you enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains. Its unique location close to hiking trails, bike trails and dreamlike forests allows you to become one with the surrounding nature; that's why a finely tuned activity program is part of the hotel's DNA.

Salzburger Hof
Sonnberg 170, 5771 Leogang, Austria
Web: salzburgerhof.eu
Tel.: +43 6583 7310-0
Price: Doubles including board from € 168,- per person

Hohe Welt

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Peace, privacy and maximum comfort - that's what awaits guests who check into the "Hohe Welt Luxury Apartments". Whether as a family, with friends or just the two of you: the four vacation apartments are the absolute pinnacle of exclusivity. All apartments are furnished with regional materials and textiles, speak a clear design language and have a private spa. In addition, guests young and old enjoy amenities such as a fully-equipped gym, a spa with sauna, and a heated outdoor pool. While venturing out for a dive, the mighty peaks of the surrounding mountains stand guard, blending with the green forests and mountain meadows. The latter, in turn, invite you to go for walks, hiking tours, climbing adventures and mountain biking. Want even more? Try the Burgwald Trail, a downhill and enduro track complete with steep curves and jumps.

Hohe Welt Luxury Apartments
Oberlech 745, 6764 Lech, Austria
Web: hohewelt.com
Tel.: +43 5583 37818
Price: Apartments from € 540,- per day

Hotel Petersboden

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For over 60 years, the "Hotel Petersboden" has been an integral part of the resort of Lech - and while it has always relied on tradition and its family character, it has also adapted to the latest trends and developments. In 2022, for example, they decided to renew their spacious wellness area: It now awaits on three levels with several saunas, an Aquamoon grotto, relaxation areas and a 25-meter outdoor pool with a swim-out option. After an exciting day on the Arlberg, retreat to one of the 19 lovingly-furnished panoramic rooms or indulge in a delicious meal (à la carte at lunchtime, four-course menus in the evening). Handmade craft coffees from the "La Marzocco" give you an extra kick for further exciting Alpine adventures. From 2023, guests will also be able to check in between July and October and enjoy the many benefits of vacationing on the Arlberg.

Hotel Petersboden
Oberlech 278, 6764 Lech, Austria
Web: petersboden.com
Tel.: +43 5583 3232
Price: Doubles with half board from € 144,- per person in the summer months