Expert guide to Mayrhofen
When deciding on accommodation in Mayrhofen, the centre of the resort near the Penken gondola is handy for most of the liveliest bars – although this can be a noisy choice. Away from the resort’s central hub, in the quieter streets, there’s still a great choice of hotels though the trade off is often being further away from the main Penken lift.
The Siegelerhof
A bed-and-breakfast hotel with character oozing from every timber, the Siegelerhof is one of Mayrhofen’s oldest buildings, and although it’s in the centre of the village, the location is particularly peaceful, set in its own gardens. It’s also a bargain – not luxurious, but with every comfort – and every bedroom has access to the all-round balcony.
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Sport & Spa Hotel Strass
Very popular in Mayrhofen, particularly for families, the Sport & Spa Hotel Strass is in fact two four-star hotels joined together, run by the Roscher family. The two hotels are huge and rambling, so it takes some time to get your bearings, and the bar would be at home in an airport. It all feels a bit quirky to start with but the longer the stay the more it feels pleasantly eccentric. The position is perfect, next to the Penken gondola station; it’s lively though, and can be very noisy.
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Alpendomizil Neuhaus
Some 400m from the lifts and 100m from the village centre, Hotel Neuhaus is a beautiful and traditional old building full of charm and character. Family run by the Moigg family, the hotel comprises two interconnecting buildings; the traditional Neuhaus main building, and the newly renovated St Josef wing. There’s a swimming pool, sauna and gym.
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Hotel Elisabeth
If funds allow, the best of both worlds is available at the Hotel Elisabeth, a short walk from the centre of Mayrhofen and the resort’s only five-star hotel. Like an oversized chalet, with timbered balconies, it is the classiest and most comfortable billet in town, providing luxury in almost rural surroundings, while having the top bars just five minutes away. The food is great too.
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Manni Das Hotel
The four-star Manni Das Hotel has a good location between the railway station and the Penken gondola (about 200m away) and is remarkable for its open-air rooftop pool – it’s a super experience to enjoy a soak after a day on the slopes and gaze out over the Penken, Ahorn and Grunberg peaks.
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Neu Post
Based on an original 1664 building, the central four-star Neu Post hotel combines tradition and modernity. The dining room is lovely and cosy, clad with old wood and features a tiled wood burning stove. The varied bedrooms are modern and comfortable. There’s an indoor pool, a rooftop pool, three types of sauna and a steam room.
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Gutshof Zillertal
A smart B&B out of the centre but on a ski bus route, the four-star Gutshof Zillertal has comfortable, modern rooms and suites varying from 16sqm to 68sqm. At breakfast, enjoy breads from its own bakery and the restaurant offers dinner too. There’s a pool, two saunas and a steam room.
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Sporthotel Stock
In the neighbouring village of Finkenberg and with direct gondola access to the Mayrhofen ski area, the five-star Sporthotel Stock is owned by the family of famous 1980s downhill racer and Olympic gold medal winner Leonard Stock. The rooms and suites are luxurious and there’s both an indoor and outdoor pool, huge sauna complex, ladies-only sauna area, family spa area, treatments and fitness studio.
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Gasthof Edelweiss
A traditional guest house with nine simply furnished double rooms with a buffet breakfast option and free parking, Gasthof Edelweiss is a good budget option. It is close to the ski lifts and has a restaurant attached that has a varied menu, including lots of pizzas, and a cafe with a big terrace.
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Book it: From £645 with Crystal Ski Holidays.
Apartments
Apart Mountain Lodge
Eleven smart apartments built in 2011 in modern architectural style including under cover parking, the Mountain Lodge apartments offer great comfort just five minutes walk from both the Penken and Ahornbahn gondolas. Guests can choose from eight two-bedroom apartments and three three-bedroom ones, including a 82sqm penthouse. All have underfloor heating. A buffet breakfast is available and there’s a sauna.
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