Best Luxury Hotels In Tyrol

This charming Alpine region boasts some truly stunning scenery. Here you can explore picture-postcard villages, magnificent snow-capped mountain ranges, huge lakes, rushing rivers, and verdant pastures – and in winter season it’s a skier’s paradise. Here are some of the finest places to stay when taking in the wonders of the Tyrol.



Tyrol, Austria

Hotel Hanswirt

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Amenities22 Rooms & Suites, Traditional South Tyrolean Restaurant, Luxury Spa, Fitness Centre, Heated Outdoor Pool, Set In The Beautiful Vinschgau Valley

Hotel Hanswirt is a four-star superior, family-run hotel steeped in history. Operating since 1357, Hanswirt is where tradition meets modernity. Its timeless elegance and classic charm offer its guests the opportunity to stay in beautifully curated rooms, stroll through the Mediterranean gardens, and relax in its 6,500 sqm wellness park. The award-winning restaurant, which uses ingredients from its organic farm, serves guests the classic and delicious flavours of South Tyrol. Hike impressive natural scenery, explore fascinating culture, and experience South Tyrol in luxury at Hotel Hanswirt.


THE 16TH CENTURY MANOR HOUSE

The Laimer family has owned Hanswirt since the 16th century, but the manor house itself has been used as an inn since 1357. This unique story gives the property a magical feel, with guests getting to experience a part of living history.

The boutique hotel is comprised of the original manor house, with 12 rooms and 10 suites that have been designed to include the romantic history of the hotel, a 6,500 sqm wellness park including a heated outdoor swimming pool, three different saunas, a Mediterranean garden, and a spa area with a professional beauty team, and finally its award-winning restaurant which has been recognized both by Gambero Rosso and Guide Michelin. Hanswirt also has its own farm which is tended by the Laimer family themselves. Guests can enjoy fresh produce grown organically on the property in both their cuisine and wellness products.

 

Hanswirt’s Philospohy: Family, Tradition, Consistency

Hanswirt is family oriented, dedicated to evoking the feeling of coming home and arriving in a place full of familiarity and warmth. The boutique hotel strives to create an inclusive experience that leaves guests feeling as though they are part of the Hanswirt’ family.

With the property steeped in history, Hanswirt is committed to upholding its traditions, which allow guests to authentically experience South Tyrol. As one of the most historic inns South Tyrol, Hanswirt has continued its customs for more than 400 years. What makes Hanswirt a truly unique experience is that it incorporates elements of modernity into its tradition, providing luxurious and thoughtful hospitality.

The consistency of Hanswirt’s high-quality hospitality has created a thriving workplace that involves local staff, craftsmen, and experts to create an authentic experience for guests. It’s organic farming operations allow Hanswirt’s staff to lovingly tend to the Earth, while preserving the land.

 

Experience South Tyrol With Hanswirt

A quick 15-minute drive from the beautiful city of Meran, Hanswirt is in a prime location for guests with a vast array of interests.

With South Tyrol’s mountains on the doorstep of the property, active guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Stroll the Rabland irrigation paths, golf in the midst of golden farmland, take the cable cars to the top of the mountains for some advanced hiking, or cycle through the blissful countryside.

Access to Meran and Bolzano allows guests with historical interests to explore the wealth of culture offered by both cities. Explore the 80 museums around the region, walk streets built by the Romans, visit the Sissi Gardens of Trauttmansdorf Castle, or meet Ötzi, the famous 5,000-year-old mummy.


HANSWIRT’S PHILOSPOHY: Family, Tradition, Consistency

Hanswirt is family oriented, dedicated to evoking the feeling of coming home and arriving in a place full of familiarity and warmth. The boutique hotel strives to create an inclusive experience that leaves guests feeling as though they are part of the Hanswirt’ family.

With the property steeped in history, Hanswirt is committed to upholding its traditions, which allow guests to authentically experience South Tyrol. As one of the most historic inns South Tyrol, Hanswirt has continued its customs for more than 400 years. What makes Hanswirt a truly unique experience is that it incorporates elements of modernity into its tradition, providing luxurious and thoughtful hospitality.

The consistency of Hanswirt’s high-quality hospitality has created a thriving workplace that involves local staff, craftsmen, and experts to create an authentic experience for guests. It’s organic farming operations allow Hanswirt’s staff to lovingly tend to the Earth, while preserving the land.


EXPERIENCE SOUTH TYROL WITH HANSWIRT

A quick 15-minute drive from the beautiful city of Meran, Hanswirt is in a prime location for guests with a vast array of interests.

With South Tyrol’s mountains on the doorstep of the property, active guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Stroll the Rabland irrigation paths, golf in the midst of golden farmland, take the cable cars to the top of the mountains for some advanced hiking, or cycle through the blissful countryside.

Access to Meran and Bolzano allows guests with historical interests to explore the wealth of culture offered by both cities. Explore the 80 museums around the region, walk streets built by the Romans, visit the Sissi Gardens of Trauttmansdorf Castle, or meet Ötzi, the famous 5,000-year-old mummy.


WELLNESS AT HANSWIRT

Hanswirt provides guests with an amazing wellness experience. Complete with 150 sqm of water surface in their indoor and outdoor pools, a Finnish sauna, pine sauna, soft sauna, steam room, and a spa team ready to provide guests with massages, treatments, and beauty appointments.

Try a variety of peels, wraps, masks, and facial treatments with products crafted from local produce that is harvested from Hanswirt’s farm. The team’s methods of healing are natural and pure, like the homemade hemp ointment which helps block soreness and pain.


HANSWIRT’S AWARD-WINNING RESTAURANT

Dining at Hanswirt is a fantastic experience, with cuisine crafted by expert chefs that encompasses the culture and tradition of South Tyrolean food. Using fresh, local, and organic ingredients grown on Hanswirt’s farm, the chefs create meals steeped in local history but served with contemporary twists. Enjoy all of the delicacies that South Tyrol has to offer in the beautifully designed dining room.


THE MAGIC OF HANSWIRT

Hanswirt provides an unforgettable experience which inspires guests to keep returning to stay at the beautiful resort. It’s family roots and fascinating history set it apart from other hotels, allowing guests to be transported back in time – truly experiencing magic.

While this magic is evident throughout the year, it is especially prevalent during apple blossom season, when Hanswirt’s farm bursts into beautiful white flowers. Explore the stunning scenery and make sure to book another trip to taste the delicious organic apples grown in their orchard.

Whether traveling as a family, as a couple, or as a group of friends, Hanwirt is the place to come together and relax.


At A Glance

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Highlights


  • Located in the scenic Vinschgau Valley, surrounded by mountains, offering a peaceful and tranquil setting.

 

  • Known for its traditional South Tyrolean hospitality, blending historic charm with modern luxury.

 

  • Offers wellness-focused amenities, including a luxury spa and outdoor pool, perfect for relaxation.

Highlights Two

  • Number of Rooms and Suites: 22 rooms and suites
  • Restaurants and Bars:
    • Hanswirt Restaurant: Serving traditional South Tyrolean cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and a focus on seasonal dishes.
  • Spa and Wellness Facilities: The hotel features a luxury spa offering a range of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies, with a sauna, steam room, and relaxation area.
  • Gym/Fitness: A fitness centre with modern equipment is available for guests.
  • Outdoor Pool: A heated outdoor pool set in a peaceful garden, offering mountain views.
  • Pet-Friendly: Pet-friendly accommodations are available upon request.
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Hotel Hanswirt

Zell am Ziller, Tyrol

Dasposthotel Zell am Ziller

Hotel
(5 stars)

This four-star family-run boutique hotel is ideal for guests seeking a homely stay. Echoes of nature run through the warm and exquisite interior design in its 70 rooms. Bold textiles, chandeliers, feature patterns and natural wood textures fuse rustic and refined elements to create a unique and cosy environment. Organic and sustainably sourced menus can be enjoyed at the hotel’s restaurant, Heleni, while the outdoor pool, sensuous spa and quaint garden alcoves provide plenty of opportunity for relaxation. It has the added benefit of being an environmentally certified, energy-saving establishment.

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Dasposthotel Zell am Ziller

HOTEL Das Central – Alpine . Luxury . Life Sölden

Hotel
(5 stars)

This was the first five-star hotel in Sölden and recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Guests staying in one of the 125 rooms at Hotel Das Central experience Alpine luxury life and sublime relaxation along with ‘toque‘-awarded gourmet cuisine. A visit to its large spa is a must – it comprises ten different saunas and steam baths, a health buffet,16 treatment rooms and a three-storey Venetian styled water world with a pool. For those visiting in pursuit of the best slopes, the hotel’s Ötztal Alpine backdrop provides some of the region’s best powdery pistes.

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HOTEL Das Central – Alpine . Luxury . Life Sölden

Seefeld in Tirol, Tyrol

Hotel Klosterbräu & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)

This romantic wellness hotel in the Olympic region of Seefeld is a haven for active couples and families alike (that includes your dogs  – the host family has five of their own and extends the five-star treatment to four-legged visitors). There’s plenty of adventure to be had with activities including outdoor moonlit swims, tobogganing, igloo building, curling and snowshoe hiking. The hotel’s ethos is to cater to the needs of each individual with warm hospitality and fantastic food. If you’d like to escape the outside world with a loved one, pay a visit to the private spa for couples treatments, or enjoy the saunas and relaxation areas of the main spa. While the hotel’s exterior and some of the suites are traditional in style (this was once a 16th-century monastery), the theme of the interior design in its 90 rooms is contemporary and comfortable.

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Hotel Klosterbräu & Spa

Seefeld in Tirol, Tyrol

Nidum Casual Luxury Hotel

Hotel

A stay in this relatively new contemporary chalet hotel is sure to delight. Each of the 57 rooms boasts a south-facing balcony or terrace, espresso machine and minibar, while some suites offer saunas and freestanding tubs. Nidum has an outdoor infinity pool, a 1500 metre square rooftop spa with panoramic views, three dining areas and a library with over 2000 books. It’s just a 20-minute drive to Innsbruck airport, skiing is close by at Gschwandtkopf, or if visiting in summer months don’t miss a dip in lake Möserer. It tends to be more popular with couples, than families, although all holidaymakers are made most welcome.

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Nidum Casual Luxury Hotel

Mayrhofen, Tyrol

Alpin Lodge das Zillergrund – Mountain Aktiv Relax Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)

Family-run for five generations, this Alpine lodge welcomes families, couples and solo travellers alike. The 34 cosy rooms vary from singles through to large premium suites. There’s plenty to keep you busy with a programme of optional year-round activities and a games room for the kids to burn off some energy. The Zillergrung national park is close by, providing plentiful hiking, biking and skiing opportunities. Indulge in some ‘me’ time at the Natural Alpine Spa including an Ahornach spring pool with waterfall, a glacier water adventure trail, herb steam bath, Finnish sauna, pool bottom bubbles, and whirlpool. The culinary offer is equally appealing with local dishes created using ingredients sourced on the hotel’s own farm, or from those nearby.

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Alpin Lodge das Zillergrund – Mountain Aktiv Relax Hotel

Längenfeld, Tyrol

Aqua Dome Hotel Tyrol

Hotel
(4 stars)

Often described as the best thermal spa in the Alps, this is the place for water lovers. Enjoy magical winter swims as the steam rises from the unusual bowl-shaped outdoor pools (there are a total of twelve indoor and outdoor pools to choose from). Sweat away your cares in one of the seven saunas and enjoy tasty cuisine in the four restaurants and bars and take in the epic mountain vistas of the Ötztal valley. Visitors can stay for the day by buying a spa pass or book a room in the adjoining hotel. The site is instantly recognisable with it’s futuristic, quirky architectural design, while the interior design is chic. Facilities are state of the art and it’s easy to see why this hotel won the World Spa Award for the World’s Best Mineral & Hot Springs Spa in 2018.

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Aqua Dome Hotel Tyrol

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