




Traditional Tyrolean hotel layout across 4 floors, connected via an underground walkway to the 5-star sister hotel, The Crystal.
21 features available
4 room types
2 Austrian twin beds, ensuite
2 Austrian twin beds, balcony
2 Austrian twin beds, extra single sofa bed (for 3), ensuite and balcony
2 Austrian twin beds, extra single sofa bed (for 3) or double sofa bed (for 4), ensuite and balcony
From
£240
per night
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£310
per night
From
£420
per night
Obergurgl sits at 1,930 metres in the Austrian Tyrol, making it one of the highest and most snow-reliable resorts in the Alps. The village is compact and walkable, with Hotel Sportiv positioned directly at the Festkoglbahn valley station — the main lift into the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area. This placement means zero transfer time between the hotel and the mountain. The ski area itself offers a broad mix of terrain, from gentle nursery slopes to tree-lined runs and wide open pistes, suiting a range of ability levels. The village centre, with its restaurants, shops and après-ski options, is within easy reach on foot. Obergurgl's high altitude ensures consistent snow cover throughout the season, reducing the uncertainty that affects lower Austrian resorts.
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The Diamond of the Alps: Snow-sure luxury in one of Europe's highest and most charming ski villages.
Obergurgl, often affectionately known as the 'Diamond of the Alps', is an internationally renowned premium ski resort located at the end of the spectacular Ötztal Valley in Tyrol, Austria. Sitting proudly at an altitude of 1,930 meters, it is one of Europe's highest parish villages. This exceptional elevation grants the resort an impeccably long and snow-sure season stretching from mid-November to early May, making it a reliable favorite for discerning skiers seeking prime conditions. Linked seamlessly to the even higher neighboring hamlet of Hochgurgl via the Top Express gondola, the combined ski area offers 112km of flawlessly groomed, wide pistes. The atmosphere in Obergurgl is distinctly upmarket yet traditionally Austrian. It has managed to avoid the pitfalls of mass tourism and raucous party crowds, opting instead to cultivate a sophisticated, family-friendly environment characterized by premium ski-in/ski-out hotels, excellent culinary experiences, and relaxing spa culture.
The Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area offers 112km of beautifully groomed, sweeping pistes that are an absolute dream for intermediate cruisers and carving enthusiasts. While it is predominantly a blue and red piste paradise, beginners benefit from quiet, sunny nursery slopes, and experts can find thrilling lift-served off-piste descents around the Hohe Mut.
The Ötztal Valley is one of Austria's premier alpine destinations, flanked by dramatic 3,000m+ peaks and numerous glaciers.
Features long, scenic red runs and serves as the primary location for the resort's weekly night skiing and tobogganing events.
Offers steeper, more challenging red runs, impressive mogul fields, and excellent access to lift-served freeride terrain.
The highest point in the ski area, featuring thrilling, steep descents and the spectacular Top Mountain Star viewpoint.
Sunny, gentle slopes located directly above the Obergurgl village center, perfect for mastering the basics in a quiet environment.
Innsbruck Airport
1h 30min
97km
Numerous private taxi companies, luxury transfers, and shared shuttle buses operate frequently between Innsbruck and the Ötztal Valley. Underground parking is standard at most resort hotels. Day visitors can utilize the ample parking available at the Festkoglbahn base station.
Mid-November to early May
Purchasing a pass for 3 or more days automatically upgrades you to the Ötztal Super Skipass, which includes access to neighboring Sölden.
Lift passes
Adult Day Pass (EUR 74), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 395)