Ski holidays in Austria are amongst the most memorable that you can experience. Austria's famed culture of 'Gemütlichkeit' ensures a friendly welcome, warm hospitality, fun and frivolity. Skiing in Austria combines this friendly culture with some of the most efficient ski infrastructure in the world, a fabulous gastronomic scene, the best après ski and most importantly, excellent skiing.
Austrian ski resorts are often amongst the most beautiful in the Alps, featuring traditional architecture and chocolate box chalets. Underneath the quaint exterior however, luxury ski resorts in Austria enjoy a cosmopolitan atmosphere and are home to some of Austria's finest restaurants, designer boutiques, chic après bars, and of course, luxury ski chalets.
Our portfolio encompasses the finest resorts for ski holidays in Austria, from the vibrant town of St Anton, to the Medieval mountain village of Kitzbuhel, and the ultra-exclusive resort of Lech, where royals and celebrities alike ski in luxury.
The Best Ski Resorts in Austria for Luxury Chalets
The Arlberg: St Anton, Lech, Zürs & St Christoph
Luxury ski holidays in Austria often encompass large ski areas, the most well-known of which is the fantastic Arlberg ski area. With over 300km of pistes and around 200km of marked off-piste routes, the Arlberg joins several of the best ski resorts in Austria, including St Anton, Lech, Zürs, and St Christoph. It's considered to be the home of alpine skiing, and as befits this heritage, the Arlberg is home to an array of incredible Austrian luxury ski chalets, including catered ski chalets, and self-catered options with the freedom to explore everything the resorts have to offer.
Kitzbuhel & the Hahnenkamm
The medieval centre of Kitzbuhel, all frescoed facades and cobbled streets, hosts the most famous race in world skiing each January: the Hahnenkamm, whose Streif downhill is the most feared course on the World Cup circuit. Away from race week, the Kitzbuheler Alps serve up wonderfully varied skiing on both sides of the valley, and the town's restaurants, boutiques and grand hotels make this Austria's most complete resort experience.
Leogang & the Skicircus
Leogang is the connoisseur's pick. Quietly stylish and blessed with one of the most modern lift systems in the Alps, it connects into the Skicircus with Saalbach and Hinterglemm for 270km of superbly varied skiing. It is a wonderful choice for groups who want big mileage without big crowds, and its chalets pair Salzburgerland farmhouse character with contemporary luxury.
Catered Ski Chalets in Austria
Catered chalet holidays in Austria pair the country's famous hospitality with serious culinary standards. Book a catered ski chalet in Austria and your team will typically include a private chef, preparing everything from hearty Tyrolean breakfasts to elegant multi-course dinners, and a host who keeps the whole stay running smoothly, with many chalets adding a driver, which is especially welcome when the world's best après ski is calling. Favourite dishes and dietary requirements are agreed before you arrive, and the finest catered chalets in Austria, concentrated in Lech and St Anton, run to a standard that rivals the country's grandest hotels. Browse our full collection of luxury catered chalets, or ask our Ski Specialists which Austrian chalets are setting the benchmark this winter.
Ski Chalets, Apartments & Hotels in Austria
Austria's friendly atmosphere and pretty villages attract skiers looking for a luxury ski holiday that offers more than simply excellent skiing. Family ski holidays in Austria are always popular, whilst the famous après ski scene ensures that large groups and corporate ski breaks in Austria are also in high-demand. Discover comfortable family ski apartments, traditional farmhouse conversions for a self-catered ski holiday, and fabulous luxury ski chalets in Austria with hot tubs, swimming pools, and gourmet dining where guests don't have to lift a finger.
Ski apartments in Austria are a particular strength of the collection, from serviced residences in St Anton to family-sized apartments in the centre of Lech. If skiing from the door matters most, see our ski in ski out chalets or read our guide to the top ski in ski out chalets in Austria. We also feature a hand-picked selection of luxury ski hotels for those who prefer hotel service. Or browse everything in one place in our full collection of luxury ski chalets in Austria.
When to Ski in Austria
The Austrian season is long and reliable. The Hintertux glacier skis year-round, most resorts open in early December, and the Christmas markets make early-season Austria feel like stepping into a snow globe. January pairs Lech's famous White Ring race weekend with the quietest pistes of the winter, February brings peak demand, and the party rolls on late into spring, with some of the Alps' best Easter ski holidays found on Austria's high slopes. Whenever you travel, book the flagship chalets early; Austria's best addresses are few and fiercely loved.
Getting to the Austrian Alps
Austria is one of the easiest ski destinations to reach from the UK. Innsbruck sits around an hour from St Anton and Kitzbuhel, Salzburg serves Leogang and the Kitzbuheler Alps in about the same, and Munich and Zurich add plentiful flight options with scenic two to two-and-a-half hour transfers. Rail is a lovely option too: direct trains run to St Anton, whose station sits a few minutes from the lifts. Tell our Ski Specialists where you are travelling from and they will point you to the easiest door-to-door route.
Why Book Your Austrian Ski Holiday with Ski In Luxury
Ski In Luxury has specialised in the Alps' finest chalets since 2005, with a portfolio of over 1,000 luxury chalets, apartments and hotels. Austria rewards insider knowledge more than most countries, because the very best properties are limited in number, and our Ski Specialists know where they are, when they book out and which will suit your party. Send us your dates and your wish list and we will do the rest.
Ski Chalet Holidays in Austria: Your Questions Answered
Can I book a catered ski chalet in Austria?
Yes. Catered ski chalets in Austria come with a private chef and host, and in many cases a driver too, with menus tailored around your party. Austria's catered chalet stock is concentrated in the Arlberg, above all in Lech and St Anton, and the best of it stands comparison with anywhere in the Alps. Browse our luxury catered chalets to see the current collection.
Which Austrian resort has the best luxury chalets?
Lech, without much argument. Austria's very top-end chalet stock is smaller than France's and clusters in the Arlberg, which is exactly what makes it feel so exclusive. Kitzbuhel offers grand character and a magnificent town, while Leogang is the quiet insider's choice. Our Ski Specialists will happily talk through which fits your group best.
Is Austria good for family ski holidays?
Very. The friendly culture that makes Austria so welcoming extends to its ski schools, which are famously good with children, and resorts such as Lech and Leogang suit families particularly well. Many of our family ski chalets in Austria come with apartments and interconnecting rooms that work beautifully for multi-generational trips.
Where can I find ski in ski out chalets in Austria?
True ski in ski out is prized in Austria because so many resorts are built around historic villages rather than purpose-built bases. Lech and Zürs have the best piste-side addresses, and Kitzbuhel has a select few. Browse our ski in ski out chalets collection, or read our guide to the top ski in ski out chalets in Austria.
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