Set in an idyllic location, directly on Kitzbühel’s Lake Schwarzsee. Offering some lovely homely features in typical Tyrolean style, it is also just a 25 minute scenic stroll or a FREE shuttle bus ride from the centre (9-12pm and 2-5pm). Guests love the welcome they receive here and the peace and quiet of the setting. Many hiking and bike trails start from this location.
Free daily shuttle bus service to the centre (9-12pm & 2-5pm)
No single supplement
Free bike hire
Free entrance to the lakeside Lido
Free daily afternoon cake or snack daily
Free packed lunches at selected hotels
Early booking offers at selected hotels
Inghams Rep based in the resort
Bedroom facilities
Accessibility
Informal
Buffet
Waiter
Board basis options available
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
The Tirolean town of Kitzbühel dates back to the 16th century and is famous for the vibrantly coloured buildings that line the main pedestrianised cobbled street in the centre. The pavement cafés make great spots for lunch whilst people watching, or visit many of the designer boutiques. Various festivals, concerts and open-air events are hosted here during the summer months.
Set in a broad valley basin and surrounded by the Kitzbüheler Alps and Wilder Kaiser mountain ranges, the first thing you notice is the pure mountain air. The scenic peaks, valleys and lakes host this town and its friendly locals. Those seeking exploration of the great outdoors can take advantage of the endless trails and views by walking some of the 1,000km of marked walking trails, or cycling some of the 800km of off-road routes. E-bikes make getting up to the highest vantage points very easy for you to take in the stunning views. For a more relaxing experience, the Schwarzsee Lake on the edge of the town is perfect for swimming, sunbathing and using the rowing boats to get around this lake in its natural woodland setting.
Located between Innsbruck and Salzburg, Kitzbühel makes a perfect base for sightseeing and exploring the wider area. Our guided excursions will take you to some of the most popular attractions, or use the local train and bus services to explore independently.
Things to do in Kitzbühel
The medieval old walled town of Kitzbühel with its quaint cobbled streets, picturesque buildings and fine old churches dates back over 700 years and is a fascinating place to explore. The friendly village atmosphere is lively with a wealth of stylish shops, pavement cafés and several events and festivals in the summer months. There are numerous activities available, Lake Schwarzsee is close by, where you can swim, row or simply relax at one of the lidos amidst natural woodland. Holidays in Kitzbühel are stunningly beautiful in the summer, golfing, hiking, cycling, shopping or take it easy. A horse and carriage ride! Whatever the season, a horse and carriage ride will always give you time to enjoy the scenery.
Kitzbuhel Flex Hiking Pas I from £80 - 5 in 7 Days I from £99 - 7 in 14 Days I Summer 2019
We recommend the pre-bookable Kitzbühel Flex Hiking pass. In addition to giving access to free use of four cable-cars and three chair lifts it also covers the use of local buses plus numerous leisure activities such as guided walks, discounts on museum admissions, indoor pools, bathing lakes, the Aurach deer park and much more. This pass is available all season, but please note that some lifts open in high season only (from 16 Jun).
Guests staying in St Johann can book a three-day walkers' pass in the resort or pre-book from £32 for Summer 2019
Festivals and Events
There are many festivals and events in Kitzbühel throughout the summer including regular open-air brass band concerts and folk music evenings throughout the week, plus:
Dates are approximate.
We recommend you look at the Kitzbühel Tourist Office website www.kitzbuehel.com/en/events for details and dates.
Family and Kids
Kitzbühel offers plenty of action for its younger guests. Many will fall into bed in the evening with rosy cheeks exhausted and dreaming of Kitzbühel adventures. In July and August, a weekly children´s program is offered.
"Are we there yet?"
Each of the themes trails around Kitzbuehel represents a topic. This means the hike is an adventure and along the way you also learn a lot.
E-Bikes in KITZBÜHEL
The Kitzbüheler Alps is the world’s largest E-Bike region with hundreds of kilometers of marked trails. E-Bikes make easy work of the scenic meadow and riverside paths as well as climbs up to viewpoints and there are dozens of charging stations around the area, making it a fantastic and easy way to explore.
POPULAR E-BIKE ROUTES include the path from Kitzbühel to St. Johann via the Roman Trail, continuing through the Großachental valley to Erpfendorf; the beautiful loop around Pillersee Lake; the Tyrolean farms of the Bichlach region, and the lovely hour-long ride to Westendorf. Cost approx €20 per day. Routes are graded blue, red and black for difficulty
and maps are provided at the Tourist Office and at Element 3.
E-Bikes are available from:
Lift and cable-car approx. opening times 2019
The opening dates of summer lifts vary in resort. Please find the latest update for the summer:
Hahnenkammbahn – open from approx 25 May 2019
Hornbahn - open from approx 11 May 2019 - 06 October 2019
Car hire is available
For more information on travel and transport visit our Kitzbuhel page
PRE-BOOKABLE
Grossglockner Mountain
A magnificent drive along a famous Alpine road leading right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park up to the highest mountain in Austria at 3,073m, for breathtaking glacier views and a chance to see wild marmots at close range. One of our most popular excursions for nature lovers, we enjoy lunch on top of the mountain.
Full day, from £38 Summer 2019
Salzburg
Visit Mozart’s birthplace, the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the medieval Old Town and the famous Getreidegasse shopping street. An optional walking tour brings the history of this beautiful city to life.
Full day, from £32 Summer 2019
Berchtesgaden, Germany
Cross the border into Germany and visit this beautiful Bavarian town with optional excursions to salt-mines and the spectacular Eagles Nest, Hitler’s famous hilltop retreat, where you can enjoy lunch with incredible panoramic views, (pay locally for Eagle's nest option).
Full day, from £32 Summer 2019
Herrenchiemsee
Journey via the romantic village of Reit im Winkl to the Chiemsee, known as the “Bavarian Sea”. The Chiemsee is the largest lake in Bavaria. The biggest of several islands on the lake and accessible only by boat is Herrenchiemsee. The name derives from a sumptuous and wildly extravagant palace built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria. Marvel at the richly decorated interior and the stunning grounds all modeled on the Palace of Versailles. A fascinating insight into the world of a truly eccentric King.
Full day, from £40 Summer 2019
Please note we act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions. Children up to the age of 12 get discount hence excursions can be booked in resort only.
