St Anton

St Anton am Arlberg, known by locals as the ‘cradle of Alpine skiing’, is undoubtedly one of the finest ski resorts in the Alps. When combined with the unrelenting après-ski, St Anton becomes a universal favourite. The accommodation on offer varies wildly. Our selection of the best places to stay in St Anton features a good range from uber luxury to something for the party crowd.

For Skiing

With over 440km of descent in the combined ski area (which includes Lech and Zurs, two sections ideal for intermediates, as well as St Christoph am Arlberg and the Stuben sector) it will take even the most fanatical of skiers to explore the whole resort in a week.

St Anton provides skiing for everyone - for the novice, St Anton’s exceptional ski school will quickly have them up to speed - for the experts there is tough skiing to be found at Velluga and you will find challenging skiing throughout the resort.

For the non skier

Off the pistes, St Anton is an overgrown village with vast entertainment. It is perfect for anyone looking to indulge in some high quality retail therapy. Those with excess energy can enjoy ice-skating or curling at the sports centre while those with a more relaxed attitude can indulge in a hot chocolate at Base Camp. Someone seeking something slightly stronger wouldn’t do badly at the Mooserwirt, or can bounce along to the Krazy Kangaruh.

Food

Most Alpine resorts have a marvellous selection of cuisine. St Anton is no exception and goes beyond the standard set by most. For lunch on the piste try the Hotel Arlberghohe before sampling some traditional Tyrolean food at the Museum Restaurant in the evening.

Apres Ski

St Anton is famous for all night entertainment. Whilst there are enough bars and nightclubs to satisfy even the fussiest of party goers, Piccadillys and Bar Kandahar are the most popular.

With the resort offering skiing for all abilities the best places to stay in St Anton are recommended here. United in the exceptional quality they offer they are similarly accommodating to all desires. From the unparalleled luxury of the Hotel Tannenhof to the cool contemporary style emanating from Hotel M3, St Anton truly offers something for everyone.

What not to miss

• It goes without saying, the skiing (or snowboarding).
• Hike along glorious mountain paths during the summer months.
• Spend wild nights out exploring St Anton's best Apres ski spots.
• Feast on indulgent mountain fare.
• Shop till you drop in the villages high-end outlets.

As with any popular ski resort, to be sure of staying in one of the best places to stay in St Anton do make your plans and book early.

For ski-in ski-out

• The Hotel Schweiger enjoys a great ski in ski out location. Quietly situated above the village it's well-priced with contemporary but cosy rooms, suites and an apartment for five.

For access to lifts

• Looking for spacious home comforts and excellent facilities for young families? Hotel Bergschlossl is less than a stone’s throw from the lifts and right next to the ski school.
• Hotel Reselhof is a historic lodge well located close to the Nasserein Gondola. A sensitive restoration throughout sees interiors mixing traditional charm with contemporary style.
• Hotel Gletscherblick is a pretty chalet. Guestrooms and apartments are traditionally decorated with pine walls, armchairs, modern bathrooms and balconies. Apartments have full kitchen and living spaces.
• A pretty family-run chalet. Hotel Garni Europa has large rooms with pine wood furniture and details, modern bathrooms and beamed ceilings. Spa treatments available, sauna and cosy library. Centrally located to pedestrian area and ski lifts.

For families

• If you and the family want to ski like demons and sleep like logs then Hotel Brunnenhof is the ideal place for you. Situated slightly outside St Anton, the frequent shuttle will ensure you are in the thick of things when you want to be and under a thick duvet at night.
• Hotel Post is a more traditional Antonine destination. It has been serving guests forever, but it’s unpretentious and let’s you get on with enjoying your company. Right next to the lifts too.
• Hotel Montana is a family-friendly chalet hotel with spacious rooms featuring pine furniture, modern bathrooms and seating areas.
• Himmlhof is a family friendly chalet. Rooms are decorated in contemporary Alpine style with pine wood furniture, beamed ceilings and modern bathrooms. Spa, sauna and large terrace to enjoy the view.
• A lovely chalet with apartment. Hotel Senn's rooms feature wooden wall panelling, lace details and some rooms with balconies. The apartment has a kitchen and living area. There's a sauna and sun deck and is centrally located. Splendid choice for a family ski trip.

For a central location

• Hotel Pete is a chic chalet in central town. Large room interiors feature birch wood panelling, contemporary furniture and grey stone bathrooms. Spa and saunas, decked sun balcony.
• Anthony's is an all-singing, all dancing slick new hotel in the very heart of the village.
• Dating back centuries, and owned by the same family since 1885, the Schwarzer Adler provides traditional, comfortable accommodation bang in the centre of St Anton.

For a contemporary stay

• The modern Hotel Rundeck offers contemporary rooms with dark wooden furniture, floor-to-ceiling windows, modern bathrooms and leather touches.
• Skihotel Galzig is a stylish, modern hotel on the slopes of the resort. Rooms are spacious and comfortable with balconies facing onto the slopes.
• Raffl's is a contemporary chalet hotel. Interiors feature wooden floors, modern fireplaces, leather furniture and big bathrooms.

For luxury

• Find every whim catered for in the ultra luxurious 5 star Hotel Tannenhof.

For peace and quiet

• Der Waldhof is a quiet owner-run chalet. Modern and spacious rooms feature pine beamed ceiling, large French windows and armchairs. Sun terrace, spa, sauna and games for your pleasure.

For traditional charm

• Hotel Brunnenhof is a quiet traditional, family run hotel housed in a 300 year old building.
• Hotel Bergschlossl is a comfortable typically Tyrolean hotel efficiently run by a knowledgeable local husband and wife team.

For the views

• The minimalist rooms at Valluga Hotel have a distinctly alpine feel, pine walls and beautiful views out over the mountains. With a deluxe spa and a cosy restaurant, it's the perfect refuge after a day on the slopes or trekking in the mountains.

For night life

When it comes to nightlife St Anton doesn’t disappoint. These next hotels are the best places to stay in St Anton for those whose heads are more likely to be banging to a club beat than resting on a pillow come the witching hour.

• Anthony’s is right in the heart of St Anton’s thriving pedestrianized centre. Modern but comfortable this is the place for the hip young crowd.
• Hotel Schwarzer Adler combines the tradition of St Anton with a position ideal for the bars and nightclubs, especially Bar Cuba, which dominate St Anton’s nightlife.

For an apartment or chalet

• If you're travelling with family or a group of friends it may be a better option to book a villa or apartment. For a wide range of properties for all tastes and budgets we recommend you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel information

• St Anton is less than one hour by road from Innsbruck airport, one hour and 30 minutes from Friedrichshafen airport and about two hours by road (or around three hours by rail) from Zurich airport.

• For skiing travel between December and beginning of April. For hiking plan your trip in the summer months June - August.
• If you plan to hire a car, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of the best places to stay in St Anton.

• Expand your search to include our recommendations in Les Trois Vallees, Val d’Isere, Verbier and Zermatt.

• Or feel free to call or email a friendly guru for advice.

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