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Hotel Hochfilzer
Hotel
70 rooms
Under 5 min to slopes
Catered or Self-catered
About Hotel Hochfilzer
Hotel Hochfilzer is a 70-room, family-run four-star hotel sitting at the heart of Ellmau in the Austrian Tyrol. The property has been built around a strong sense of hospitality — staff are frequently credited with creating a genuinely warm atmosphere rather than a transactional one. The public spaces reflect this character: a lounge and bar centred on an open fireplace, and a rustic restaurant serving half-board dining to a consistently high standard. The leisure facilities are well-considered for a ski hotel of this size, comprising an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room — a practical and effective combination after a day on the SkiWelt slopes. Guest rooms are fully equipped with cable TV, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, and telephone. The hotel's ski-in, ski-out positioning is a genuine operational advantage, with the nursery slopes and ski school 150 metres away and a ski bus stop just 20 metres from the entrance. This is a property that works particularly well for families and those who want reliable quality and easy mountain access without the complexity of a larger resort hotel.
The Layout
The property consists of the main hotel building and three adjacent guesthouses: Gartenhotel Flora, Haus Garden, and a unique Treehouse.
Amenities
27 features available
Pool
Hot Tub
Sauna
Steam Room
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Yoga Studio
Ski Room
Wine Cellar
Parking
WiFi
Pool
Hot Tub
Sauna
Steam Room
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Yoga Studio
Ski Room
Wine Cellar
Parking
WiFi
Pool
Hot Tub
Sauna
Steam Room
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Yoga Studio
Ski Room
Wine Cellar
Parking
WiFi
Room Types
1 room types
Standard Room
King bed
Bedroom 2
Queen bed
Bedroom 3
Double bed
Bedroom 4
Twin bed
Standard Room
King bed
Winter 2026/27 Pricing
Low Season
From
£235
per night
Mid Season
From
£310
per night
High Season
From
£465
per night
Location
Ellmau sits within the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser — one of the largest interconnected ski areas in Austria — and Hotel Hochfilzer occupies a prime central position within the village. The nursery slopes and ski school are a 150-metre walk from the hotel, making it straightforward for beginners and families with younger skiers. A ski bus stop 20 metres from the entrance connects guests efficiently to the wider lift network. The village centre, with its shops, bars, and restaurants, is immediately accessible on foot. Ellmau itself is a well-established Tyrolean resort with a relaxed character, offering a genuine alpine village experience rather than a purpose-built resort atmosphere. For travel logistics, the hotel package includes flights and transfers, removing the logistical friction that often accompanies ski trips.
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About Ellmau
A charming Tyrolean village with direct access to the vast SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental area.
Ideal forFamiliesIntermediatesScenery LoversGourmands
- Altitude
- 820m
- Summit
- 1,957m
- Pistes
- 284km
- Drop
- 1,137m
- Snowfall
- 3m per season
- Season
- Dec – Apr
Ellmau is a picturesque traditional Tyrolean village situated at the foot of the magnificent Wilder Kaiser mountain range. As one of the main entry points to the immense SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, it offers skiers and snowboarders seamless access to one of Austria's largest interlinked ski domains, making it a highly sought-after alpine destination. The resort perfectly blends authentic Austrian charm with modern ski infrastructure. The 10-seater Hartkaiserbahn gondola swiftly transports guests from the village directly into the heart of the ski area. Down in the valley, the village bustles with cozy traditional inns, lively yet family-friendly après-ski spots, and excellent amenities. Ellmau is particularly renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere, boasting fantastic nursery slopes right at the village level and extensive wide, cruising blue and red runs on the mountain. Its breathtaking backdrop, famously used as a filming location for popular television series, adds a cinematic quality to the skiing experience.
Ellmau offers an incredible variety of terrain as part of the SkiWelt area, with a strong focus on extensive, wide, tree-lined cruising runs perfect for intermediates. Beginners have dedicated learning zones in the valley, while more advanced skiers can tackle the steeper blacks around the Hohe Salve peak.
One of Austria's largest and most modern interconnected ski areas, renowned for its eco-friendly lift systems and over 80 traditional mountain huts.
Ski areas
Hartkaiser
IntermediateThe immediate local mountain offering wide cruising runs and serving as the starting point for exploring the wider SkiWelt.
Hohe Salve
AdvancedThe highest peak in the interconnected area, featuring the steepest and most challenging black runs.
Ellmau Valley Slopes
BeginnerGentle, easily accessible nursery slopes right next to the village center, perfect for first-timers.
Kaiserpark
ParkA dedicated snowpark located near the Hartkaiserbahn upper station with kicker lines, boxes, and rails for freestylers.
Zinsberg
IntermediateA nearby area above Brixen offering beautifully groomed, sunny slopes and evening night skiing.
Getting there
Salzburg Airport
1h 15min
75km
Regular shuttle buses, private taxis, and train connections are available from Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Munich airports. Large free parking areas are available at the base of the Hartkaiserbahn gondola for day visitors.
Season & passes
Early December to early April
Night skiing in neighboring Söll requires a separate evening pass.
Lift passes
Adult Day Pass (EUR 69), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 345)
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LOW SEASON
£235
/night