




Modern alpine hotel with two main wings connected by a glass bridge, housing rooms, suites, and extensive spa facilities.
17 features available
4 room types
Austrian twin beds (2 singles in one frame), extra single sofa bed for 3rd guest
Austrian twin beds
Austrian twin beds, extra double sofa bed for 3rd/4th guest
Austrian twin beds, extra double sofa bed for 3rd/4th guest
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£295
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£420
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£650
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Obergurgl sits at 1,930 metres in the Ötztal Alps and is one of Austria's highest and most reliably snow-sure resorts, typically operating from late November through to early May. The Crystal VAYA Unique is positioned at the base of the Festkoglbahn gondola station, meaning guests step directly onto the lift system without a transfer. The village centre — with its shops, restaurants, and après-ski bars — is around five minutes on foot. For travel logistics, Innsbruck Airport is approximately one hour and 45 minutes by road, making it the most practical arrival point. Obergurgl-Hochgurgl together offer around 110 kilometres of piste, with the lift connection between the two areas accessible from the resort.
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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)