Hotel Goldener Berg – Oberlech, Austria
The history of the Goldener Berg began in the 15th century, when it was a farm, becoming a lodge in the 1920s. Owned by the Pfefferkorn family since the mid 60s, it has established a reputation for its welcoming atmosphere, outstanding cuisine and most of all, its magnificent location high on the Oberlech plateau. During the winter, it can only be reached by cable car, giving it an exclusive feel all of its own.
It is frequented by guests who love the privacy and personal service, as well as families whose children are welcomed with open arms. There’s little wonder why the staff here are known as the “golden team”.
At A Glance
Why We Love It:
For its impressive ski-in ski-out location above Lech, cosy alpine luxury, renowned gourmet dining, and wellness experiences that make it the perfect mountain escape.Style:
Modern and traditional Alpine fusion.Location:
In the car free hamlet of Oberlech, 300m above Lech, reached only by cable car, the Goldener Berg enjoys a prime ski in ski out location. Innsbruck is 1.5 hours away, and Zurich is 2.5 hours.Rooms:
37 smart Alpine style rooms and suites.Swimming:
A heated outdoor infinity pool with mountain views and an indoor Spa pool.Children:
The Goldener Berg is a great choice for families, with spacious suites and activities for children.Accessibility:
The hotel does not have facilities for guests with mobility issues.Price:
Available on request.rooms
Tastefully decorated and furnished in a modern Alpine style – wooden paneling and pops of bright colour – the rooms and suites have commanding views over the plateau and mountains. They range from spacious singles to comfortable doubles with luxurious kingsize beds, and to large suites that can accommodate up to seven guests.
food
Here you’ll find delicious local cuisine and dishes from the wider region and the Mediterranean. Classic recipes handed down over the generations are reimagined, and across the four restaurants and the two terraces, the menus are brimming with locally sourced produce, with a healthy balance of meat, fish and plant based dishes. Ask for a tour of their wine cellar – it’s one of the best stocked in the Alps.
activities
The wide and beautifully groomed slopes of Oberlech are perfect for beginners and intermediates, whilst also giving direct access to the White Ring Circuit – the legendary loop of 22km, 5.5km vertical descent and one of the world’s longest. From here, you can ski the entire Arlberg ski area – Austria’s largest, with over 300km of groomed piste and 200km of off piste terrain – serviced by a network of 85 lifts. The area also has numerous cross country skiing trails, as well as hiking and snowshoeing tracks for non skiers.
Take the cable car down to Lech for ice skating and horse drawn carriage rides. For tired legs, head for the Alpin Spa, where the holistic and natural treatments are designed to restore and revive.
family
Families love the unique location of the Goldener Berg – the journey here is an adventure in itself. And being ski in ski out makes the mornings so much easier! The ski school is just 200m away, and try keeping them away from the 1.2km toboggan run. There’s a children’s menu, and babysitting or a private nanny can be arranged.
sustainability
The hotel has been awarded national and EU awards for its commitment to environmentally friendly practices for conserving energy, the reduction of plastic use, waste management and sourcing local produce.
Location
Hotel Goldener Berg
In the car free hamlet of Oberlech, 300m above Lech, reached only by cable car, the Goldener Berg enjoys a prime ski in ski out location. Innsbruck is 1.5 hours away, and Zurich is 2.5 hours.
