Lech am Arlberg, Austria
Kristiania Lech
Art-collector ski chalet
Art-collector ski chalet
The lodge runs like an eclectic residence, pairing seasonal art exhibitions in the converted garage with fireside fondues.
“In addition to displaying works for her guests to enjoy, she organizes exhibitions, residencies, and talks at her in-house gallery.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Original Roy Lichtenstein prints hang beside family antiques and tartan banquettes in Lech.
Notable
Olympic slalom trophies and Schneider family ski heritage anchor the Omesberg hillside lodge.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
With 29 individually decorated guest rooms, it feels more like a private residence than a cookie-cutter hotel.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Cross-country trails begin right outside, and the village centre and Arlberg lifts sit a ten-minute stroll downhill.
The rooms
Bedrooms range in style from French boudoir motifs to classic Alpine panelling, each hung with original artwork.
The spa
A red-tiled whirlpool tub and sauna sit beside loungers under carved antlers, with dedicated rooms for post-ski massage.
The Restaurant
Sheepskin-lined chairs look out over the snowy village, and dinners draw on Alpine ingredients and French culinary technique.
At the table
Knotty pine nooks serve afternoon tea, and the sun terrace looks across alpine meadows under scalloped parasols.
How it began
Olympic champion Othmar Schneider built the lodge in 1968, naming it Kristiania after the city where he won slalom gold.
Lech am Arlberg
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.