Luxe Beat Magazine DECEMBER 2014 | Page 19

Travel need to bother with luggage; hotel staff driving carts take care of the heavy lifting by delivering bags directly to the hotel. Though certainly not the easiest place to get to, it’s worth the trek. Operated by the Pfefferkorn family, Hotel Goldener Berg feels like walking into a friend’s Alpine home. The welcoming and comfortable atmosphere is enhanced by its ideal location directly on the piste. Four gourmet restaurants, as well as an extensive wine cellar, offer guests a variety of culinary options, while the stunning spa is a welcome treat after a day on the slopes. Don’t miss the opportunity to wander around this historical hotel. There are surprises around each corner. Aurelio is a five-star superior hotel in Lech. As one of the newer hotels in the village, Aurelio has made a splash. Its 19 rooms and suites are elegant and luxurious, while the adjacent chalet is beyond reproach. With six double bedrooms, two junior suites and one master suite, the The beauty of visiting the Arlberg is not just its unforgettable vistas, but also all of the extra features that make Lech Zürs and St. Anton world-class ski resorts. While providing some of the best skiing in the world, the Arlberg also caters chalet sleeps twenty people. The chalet’s private spa area includes an indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, two treatment rooms, and relaxation area. Dining options include a gourmet restaurant that features modern adaptations on traditional Austrian dishes. Lunch with a view is enjoyed on the Sun Deck, while the Licca Lounge is a cozy and inviting place to curl up with apéritifs and digestifs. Combine these first-class amenities with 24-hour butler service and its ski-in, ski-out location on the Schlegelkopf piste, and Aurelio is the ultimate in luxury. Hotel Hirlanda is a four-star hotel in the heart of Lech. Found directly on the piste, next to the bottom station of the Trittkopf lift, the restaurant is an ideal place for a relaxing lunch. Its menu is eclectic--traditional Austrian food, lamb, fish, oysters and foie gras to name a few. Of course, a meal is not complete without at least one glass of wine, and the restaurant has a stocked cellar. 19 to those with discriminating tastes when it comes to accommodations, food and wine. Austrian hospitality and luxurious options combine to make Lech Zürs and St. Anton must-visit destinations for any winter aficionado.