Valluga Hotel, Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Austria - Explore & Book
"Oh good, you’ve arrived in time for Almatrieb," said the ruddy-cheeked man in the village bar, sitting comfortably in his well-worn lederhosen. Seeing the quizzical look on our faces, he quickly clarified: "In Tyrol, our cows live high on the mountain in the summer, and for that, they give us the best milk. When the season changes, we bring them down the mountain, and the village comes to watch as they’re herded through town. We celebrate and drink beer, and the cow who has given the most milk has a big crown. The Queen Cow." This is exactly the kind of place Sankt Anton am Arlberg is. Although the village has seen a growth in posh ski tourism in the last 30 years, it has clearly not forgotten its charming Austrian roots. Perhaps it was this authenticity that drew legendary Swedish hoteliers Mikael and Johanna Landstrom to open their 3rd hotel here, amongst the snow-capped peaks and fresh mountain air. Or perhaps they just saw a golden opportunity. Either way, Valluga has found its niche perfectly, offering what no other hotel in Sankt Anton does: modern styling, excellent value and a groovy international vibe. This one definitely gets the Almatrieb crown. Highs Exactly what you want from a ski hotel - cosy, warm and scenic, in a charming Alpine village. Plus you can walk to the liftsSankt Anton am Arlberg is renowned for its excellent skiing conditions. There are 305km of pistes in the resort, and world-class après ski entertainmentJust 26 stylish, top-quality rooms, with Nespresso machines, Marshall speakers, Dux beds and free minibarsLike sister hotels Esplendido and Portixol in Mallorca, Valluga’s ever-smiling multilingual staff are second to noneGood value for the region, especially in the summer season when you can hike, bike and river raft hereClassy spa with a heated pool, imaginative treatments, a relaxation room with water beds, and 4 types of sauna Lows A minimum 5-night stay and a strict cancellation policyThe restaurant is only open in the winter season, and we've heard the food gets a little repetitive; breakfast is fabulous though!Getting picky: no thermostats in the bedrooms, and ours was a bit too toasty" - Emily Hirschberg
