Hotel Sylvana

  • Austria, Mayrhofen

  • 4

    4 Rating

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The charming Hotel Sylvana offers a peaceful, welcoming stay in Mayrhofen. The hotel prides itself on being a family-run hotel and caters to other families and couples with an excellent level of service. We love the attention to detail at the hotel, you will find plenty of family memorabilia and nice touches throughout the hotel and rooms.

Peaceful location

Wake up to the sounds of nature while still being just a short walk from the bustling centre of Mayrhofen. The Hotel Sylvana has the best of both worlds with peaceful surroundings just moments away from the famous après and great slopes of Mayrhofen.

This family-run hotel welcomes guests with warm Austrian hospitality and a cosy ambiance. You can enjoy incredible views of the Zillertal Valley from your balcony too.

The ski bus stops just five minutes from the hotel, or you can walk to the centre of resort in 15 minutes.

Cosy dining

Breakfast is taken in the hotel's own sunny breakfast room with hot and cold buffet options. For dinner guests head to the Hotel Berghof for a four course meal. Just a five minute walk from Hotel Sylvana, the Hotel Berghof offers excellent food with an emphasis on sustainability which means great food made with local produce.

The hotel's bar is a great place to relax with a drink after dinner, with a honesty bar system.

Alpine retreat

Rooms are all decorated with the hotel's own unique flair. All rooms have balconies with excellent views towards the mountains or down the valley. You can expect spacious rooms which cosy homely touches.

There is a small spa area with everything you need to relax after a day on the slopes. Warm up in the sauna and steam room, or chill out in the relaxation room.

Why is this is an Inghams' Choice property?

Family-run - Excellent personal service is what the Hotel Sylvana is known for and you will receive a warm welcome on arrival and helpful staff throughout your stay.

Value for money - At the Hotel Sylvana you get the best of both worlds, a family-run small hotel with half board in a 4* hotel just down the road.

Peaceful location - You will be surrounded by peaceful forests and nature while being just a short walk from the lively centre of Mayrhofen. 

Added value

Free fruit basket on arrival

Mayrhofen

  • Resort altitude: 630 metres
  • 515 km of skiing
  • 43 Blue, 75 Red, 15 Black runs
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour by coach from Innsbruck

If you’re looking for a rustic traditional village with modern lifts and access to the largest ski area in Austria then Mayrhofen is the place for you. Unlike other ski resorts, you’ll find plenty in Mayrhofen – there is long a stretch with bars, restaurants and shops.

Skiing and snowboarding in Mayrhofen

On the famous Zillertal ski area – you’ll have 535km of pistes. Be sure to explore Hintertux glacier – you can’t get enough of the powder skiing and sweeping views. You’re above the clouds here meaning you’ll avoid any of the poor weather further down the mountain.  

Mayrhofen is a heavyweight resort for skiers, boarders and freestylers. If you’re a freestyler you won’t want to miss a chance to practice your tricks one of Europe’s largest snow parks – Penken park. You’ll find it on the sunny side of the Hornberg mountain – split into six separate areas, it even has its own chairlift.

You can also try Austria’s steepest run – the Hara Kiri. If completed you’ll win a ‘I survived Hara Kiri’ t-shirt. There is plenty for beginners too – with learning areas, quality teaching and many blue runs.

Where to stay in Mayrhofen

We offer a great range of accommodation in Mayrhofen, from budget friendly 3* Garnis to 5* hotels, there is something for every budget here. 

Bars and restaurants in Mayrhofen

Before heading down the mountain why not enjoy a drink inside the igloo village – all ages love it here. On your way down you won’t be able to resist a stop off at the lively Pilzbar – you’ll hear the party a mile off.

Once your back in town the fun continues - whether it’s a relaxed cocktail, friendly pub or wild party Mayrhofen has you covered. The night usually begins in the ice bar and ends in the early hours at Brück'n Stadl. You’ll quickly find out why Austrian après ski is famous. If you can’t hold out until dinner we recommend Gasser deli – serving traditional meats, it is the perfect pit stop before après ski.

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Mayrhofen

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, chalet catering, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 515 km
Runs 0 0 0
Longest run 0 Km
Snowparks

Vans Penken Park on the Penken with various jumps and obstacles and its own chairlift. New park at Hintertux for beginners/intermediates.

Lifts Drag lifts 77, Chairlifts 63, Cablecars 3
Slope direction N,E,S,W
Ski/resort bus True
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 17
  • No. of floors: 2
  • Official rating: 4

Local Fees and Taxes

Resort fees of €2.60 per person per night to be paid directly to the hotel

Rooms

Austrian Twin Deluxe rooms are 25m² with a bath or shower and a balcony with excellent views

Junior Suites are 28-34m² with Austrian Twin beds. They have a bath and balcony. They can sleep up to four using a double sofa bed

Bedroom Facilities

  • Tea & coffee making facilities
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hairdryer
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
Lift Passes

Lift Passes

Zillertal Superski Pass Days Adult
Youth
2006-2009
Child
2010-2018
 Area Pass 6 £332 £265 £150

Free child pass available locally in resort with proof of age for children born 2019 and later.

The Zillertal Superskipass covers four ski areas, including Hochzillertal-Hochfügen-Spieljoch, Zillertal Arena, Mayrhofner Bergbahnen, Ski- & Gletscherwelt Zillertal 3000. It includes the glacier at Hintertux - and 535km of pistes and 180 lifts connected by a free bus or train.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment

6 days Category

Child

4 - 5 years

Youth

6 - 12 years

Adult

Skis Blue - - £74
Red - - £90
Black - - £109
Skis & boots Blue - - £95
Red £37 £50 £105
Black - - £125
Snowboard Red - - £90
Snowboard & boots Red - £50 £105

Please see here for a description of hire categories.  

Depending on your which accommodation you choose to stay at, we have two ski hire suppliers in resort, both with serval shop located around town - Sport Manni & Brundl Sport. If you pre-book equipment with us, our resort reps will let you know which shop to collect your equipment from. Please note that prices may vary depending on which supplier you use and the closest supplier to your hotel will be selected. 

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Tuition Days Times Adult Child (4*-12yrs)
Ski 5 10am-12pm & 1:15-3:15pm £231 £231
Snowboard 5 10am-12pm or 1:15-3:15pm £204  £204

Child snowboard tuition 8-12yrs

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner = never skied before
  • Level 1 = advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 = low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 = Good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced = Fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Longitude: 11.86970
Latitude: 47.17026

  • Peaceful location just above Mayrhofen
  • Five minute walk to ski bus stop
  • 15 minute walk downhill into the centre of resort
Facilities
  • Bar and lounge
  • TV room
  • Spa area with sauna and steamroom
  • Solarium and waterbed are payable locally
  • Fitness room
  • Ski & boot room
  • Parking
Meals

Breakfast is a hot and cold buffet in the Hotel Sylvana's charming dining room

Dinner is held in the nearby Hotel Berghof, just a 5 minute walk downhill towards the centre of Mayrhofen

Dinner at the Hotel Berghof is a four course meal with choice of main

Special Christmas day and New Years Eve menus included at the Hotel Berghof with an eight course menu

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Vegetarians

Special diets are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before booking. Vegan meals are not available. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Transfers

Flights depart Saturdays to Innsbruck or Salzburg (selected dates only)

Transfer time

  • Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour by coach
  • Salzburg airport: approx. 3 hours by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available.

Total price from
£1598
per person from £799
Includes £870pp discount
21/12/2024 - 7 nights
2 adults
From Edinburgh
Half Board
Hotel Sylvana
Mayrhofen
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