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Description

The Hospiz is an exclusive hotel situated in the secluded, picturesque village of St Christoph. Surrounded by mountains not only does this hotel have fantastic views but also benefits from a perfect location for doorstep skiing. Access to the fantastic Arlberg ski area is directly opposite the hotel via a high speed chairlift. The resort of St Christoph is perfectly sized so nothing is more than a stones throw from your door including the elite Arlberg Ski Academy with some of the best instructors in the area.

There is a wide choice of rooms and suites ranging from standard rooms to three-bedroom apartments, all decorated in a rustic alpine style with beautiful wood carved panelling. Fine Austrian cuisine is served in the restaurants, all complemented by a wide assortment of the best wines. The hotel is renowned for its impressive 600 year old wine cellar tucked away behind locked gates where kings and heads of states have sampled the best wines of the world. The 'dine around' scheme, for those booking half board, offers everything from traditional Austrian cuisine to high-end fine dining in the renowned Brotherhood restaurant.

The gorgeous spa area has a swimming pool, Finnish sauna, a Bio sauna and a steam bath for reviving tired muscles, and the pool bar offers fresh drinks and light vitality dishes. Be pampered from head to tea with a soothing massage or spa treatment using the hotel's own cosmetic brand, 'Almstern'.

For those with children, the hotel has its own children’s club with qualified English speaking staff for children aged from 3yrs. They offer a variety of entertainment for children depending on their age and this service is on offer 7 days a week from 9am to 9pm. The hotel also offers an evening baby-sitting service.

The gorgeous spa area has a swimming pool, Finnish sauna, a Bio sauna and a steam bath for reviving tired muscles, and the pool bar offers fresh drinks and light vitality dishes. Be pampered from head to tea with a soothing massage or spa treatment using the hotel's own cosmetic brand, 'Almstern'.

The hotel also has a strong background in art, so they host artists in residence every month, so you may be able to enjoy different exhibits during your stay.

Guide price £2,320 Per adult

£2,320 price is per adult, based on a 7 night stay in a double room on a half board basis, including British Airways flights to Innsbruck and return airport private transfers in mid season.

Accommodation

There are 88 rooms and suites, all with private bath, telephone, television, safe, mini bar and hairdryer. There is a wide choice of rooms and suites ranging from standard rooms to three bedroomed apartments, all decorated in a rustic alpine style with beautiful wood carved panelling. Some rooms also have open fireplaces and balconies.

Childcare

Children are more than welcome, there is a children's club (Hospizerl Kindergarten) for children aged from 3yrs, with plenty for all children to do. Babysitting and children’s menus are available. There is also a fun children's hour in the pool every afternoon. There is also early children's tea and a special lunch area for them when in the children's club.

Facilities

Dine in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere at the Arlberg Hospiz restaurant. Award winning chefs bring fantastic culinary delights to your table. Elaborate creations, pure taste and culinary wonders complemented by a wide assortment of the best wines are waiting for you. It goes without saying that the service is impeccable at this highly distinguished gourmet restaurant. There are four stunning restaurants, which you can enjoy on the 'dine around' service on the Half-Board basis. You can enjoy anything from traditional Austrian cuisine to the high end fine dining in the renowned Brotherhood restaurant.

The gorgeous spa area has a swimming pool, Finnish sauna, a Bio sauna and a steam bath for reviving tired muscles, and the pool bar offers fresh drinks and light vitality dishes. Be pampered from head to tea with a soothing massage or spa treatment using the hotel's own cosmetic brand, 'Almstern'.

The hotel also offers in-house ski hire.

Activities

The hotel is perfectly located for brilliant skiing at the Arlberg massif with 276km of perfectly groomed slopes.

When to travel

Location and directions

St Christoph, Arlberg, Austria

Nearest lift is Maiensee T-Bar and St Christoph Bahn.

How to get there

1.45hrs international flight, 1hr 15 mins from Innsbruck / 2hrs from Zurich transfer time.