Storied alpine flagship
A lively gathering place along the River Lech, where alpine traditions, roaring fires, and multi-generational family hospitality anchor the village social scene.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A multi-pool hydrotherapy complex with Dornbracht sensory showers, extensive saunas, and Susanne Kaufmann botanical treatments.
Notable
Third-generation family hospitality, ski valet service, and bespoke tasting menus at Michelin-starred La Fenice.
Notable
Continuous Schneider family ownership since 1956, maintaining fondue traditions in the wood-panelled Walserstube.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly beside the River Lech, the chalet sits steps from the village centre, ski lifts, and high-altitude Arlberg pistes.
The rooms
Chalet-style interiors pair smooth lime plaster and natural timber with local Vals quartzite stone across serene, wood-accented rooms and suites.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 14-metre indoor pool rests under slatted timber, and the heated 16-metre outdoor pool faces alpine peaks.
The spa
Dornbracht hydrotherapy shower suites cascade over stone plinths, and treatments use botanical formulas by Susanne Kaufmann.
The hot tub and studio
A 36°C outdoor whirlpool steams in deep snow, and the vaulted timber studio holds reformer machines.
Dogs stay too.
Hotel Bar & Fireside Lounge
Tufted green leather stools line the curved wooden counter, where aperitifs and cocktails are served beside an open fire.
Restaurant
Sun Terrace
Tables draped in sheepskin throws look straight toward the Omeshorn, serving midday lunch and afternoon Austrian pastries.
At the table
Michelin-starred La Fenice serves alpine-Mediterranean tasting menus under intricate carved timber beams.
How it began
Johann Schneider, the son of a local mountain farmer, opened a 26-bed guesthouse here in 1956, now stewarded by his grandson.
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Silver
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Bronze
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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.