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Description

The Goldener Berg is set on the sunny, car- free plateau of Oberlech amidst the Lech ski circuit. Surrounded by uninterrupted beautiful mountain views combined with the fantastic Alpin Spa, this is the perfect alpine spot in which to relax. A large variety of beauty treatments and aromatherapy massages are on offer at the hotel's spa, along with a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and fitness gym. Guests can ski from the door in the morning after a sumptuous breakfast buffet.

The half-board 5 course menu offers a choice of gourmet dishes combining Austrian specialities and International cuisine with a cellar offering 350 different wines from around the world to compliment it. The hotel has a cosy bar for winter weather and 2 large sun terraces for when the sun shines.

Apres ski takes place in a variety of bars in the buzzing Lech centre, after which one can retreat back to the calm of the Goldener Berg on the last cable car at 1am, which is just a 5 minute journey. The selection of rooms and suites are all bright and spacious and the apartments are ideal for families. Children are entertained in the Kids Club, supervised by friendly and attentive staff, giving parents a chance to relax.

Guide price £1,695 per person

£1,695 per person based on two people sharing a Junior suite with bath on a half board basis in mid season with flights and return taxi transfers.

Accommodation

The hotel has 39 comfortable rooms and suites with spacious bathrooms. Natural materials are used to create an exclusive ambience and some rooms have balconies with unrivalled views of the Austrian Alps. All rooms have private bathroom, telephone, television, and safe. Some suites sleep up to 6 people - perfect for families, and for ultimate privacy and luxury choose the Chalet suites or family apartment with beautiful tiled stove.

Childcare

The professional and friendly kids club provides parents with a chance to relax as the kids take part in a range of fun activities under the supervision of expert nannies.

Facilities

The menu offers a choice of gourmet dishes combining Austrian specialities and International cuisine with a cellar offering 350 different wines from around the world to complement it. The hotel has a cosy bar for winter weather and 2 large sun terraces for when the sun shines. The Alpin Spa comprises of an indoor pool, an outdoor whirlpool, saunas, a steam bath and various spa treatments are offered using the healing effects and powers of regional natural treasures.

Activities

Lech is one of the world's best known ski regions and has managed to keep the charm of a classical Austrian resort. There are 88 ski lifts covering 260km of prepared piste. In addition to downhill skiing there is also 15km of cross country track, a snowpark, ice bowling, skating, Heli-skiing, paragliding, snow shoe hiking, a toboggan run, horse drawn sledges and a world famous ski school. The hotel also offers wine tasting.

When to travel

Location and directions

Lech, Austria

Oberlech, in the Arlberg ski srea

How to get there

Flight to Innsbruck. one hour and a quarter transfer to resort.