Panoramic alpine hideaway
A lively mountain retreat where skiers gather around the High Queen Bar fireplace before looking out across the Steinernes Meer.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Multi-level thermal zones featuring a rooftop panorama sauna, adults-only relax pool, and a seventeen-meter outdoor infinity pool.
Notable
Alpine recreation spanning ski-slope access, a dedicated family fun arena, and multiple dining and lounge venues.
Notable
Organic beef and dairy arrive directly from the family's nearby Ebengut farm to shape regional menus.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Rooms are bright and expressive, balancing earth tones and blonde wood with whimsical lighting fixtures and patterned wall treatments.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Tucked into Maria Alm at the base of the Steinernes Meer, guests easily link directly into the vast Ski amadé winter network.
The rooms
Blonde wood floors and earthy textiles frame mountain views, while select Penthouse SPA Suites add private saunas and loggias.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated outdoor infinity pool faces the alpine valley, and the gym looks straight out toward snowcapped peaks.
The spa
Slatted timber lounges look out over the village church, and treatment suites host body rituals and massages.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Dining spans fondue and Austrian classics at rustic Dengl Alm to multi-course tasting menus at Michelin-starred RAR.
How it began
After running Hotel Thalerhof here since the 1980s, the local Hörl family rebuilt and unveiled Die Hochkönigin in 2019.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.