Mayrhofen

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This Tyrolean treasure features some of Zillertal Valley’s best ski slopes, year-round glacial skiing and a dynamic après-ski scene with plenty of clubs and bars.

Mayrhofen is Austria’s gateway to the stunning ski slopes of Zillertal, or Ziller River valley, in between the Penken and Ahorn mountains. The ski resort offers runs for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Discover the snowboard fun park, the steepest marked run in Austria and exciting village nightlife. In summer, try scenic hiking, mountain biking and hang gliding.

Visit the Tyrolean village to explore the lively resort center. Hit the shops or the ski rental stores to get fully equipped for your activity of choice, if you didn’t bring your own gear. At the village, book ski school classes to prepare for the diverse ski runs on Mayrhofen.

Discover a range of slopes from beginner to expert. Mayrhofen is widely known for its selection of short, steep runs, perfect for experienced skiers looking to practise their downhill technique. Advanced skiers can explore miles of black runs, including the renowned Harikiri, the steepest groomed run in Austria that inclines at a fearsome 38-degree angle. The nearby Hintertux glacier offers ski slopes throughout all seasons.

Enjoy Mayrhofen’s other exciting activities. Try a trip on a Ski-Doo or go snow tubing, tobogganing and ice skating. Paragliding, horse riding and snowshoe hiking are also available.

Mayrhofen is almost as famous for its après-ski activities as it is for its slopes. Afternoon drinks in a mountaintop hut can turn into an exciting night out at the gondola station bars and village dance clubs. Visit Mayrhofen in early spring to experience Snowbombing, the biggest music festival in the Alps.

Mayrhofen has two major gondola cable cars that reach the peaks of Ahorn and Penken. In total, Mayrhofen has 53 lifts spanning 83.2 miles (134 kilometers) of marked slopes. Purchase a super ski pass to access all gondolas and lifts in the Zillertal. Mayrhofen is easily accessible via train from Vienna, Milan and Munich. The ski season runs from December until April.

Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
4 out of 5
202 Am Marktplatz, Mayrhofen
The price is €269 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€269
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mayrhofen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Congress Zillertal - Europahaus Mayrhofen ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
"Excellent all round. Lovely clean hotel and surrounding areas. Pristine accommodation with friendly and attentive staff. Lots of options for food and drink with an option to swap a half board for a fondue and an unbelievable breakfast option. Sensational spa too, which was an added bonus"

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025

Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
Hotel Neue Post
Hotel Neue Post
4 out of 5
Hauptstraße 400, Mayrhofen, Tirol
The price is €401 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
€401
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mayrhofen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Congress Zillertal - Europahaus Mayrhofen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
"Up to now, after much travel, my favourite hotel is Coul House near Inverness. The Neue Post joins it at the top of my list. It is an elegant, wonderfully designed building..Two conjoined in fact. The whole place is gorgeous and elegant and the staff are wonderful. It must take a huge amount of skill ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2024

Hotel Neue Post
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3 out of 5
Tuxerstrasse 730, Mayrhofen, Tyrol
The price is €237 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€237
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Mayrhofen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ahornbahn Gondola and Penkenbahn Gondola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Best place for a ski vacation
"Wonderful stay and wonderful hosts. All the amenities for a perfect Ski vacation."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Mayrhofen
Stay at this vacation home in Mayrhofen. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Eberwald Ski Lift and Ahorn Ski Lift are ...
Skiurlaub
"Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, alles entsprach der Beschreibung im Angebot. Wir kommen wieder!"

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025

Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Detached chalet with garden close to ski lift
Detached chalet with garden close to ski lift
Mayrhofen
Stay at this chalet in Mayrhofen. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Penkenbahn Gondola and Ahornbahn Gondola are located ...
Detached chalet with garden close to ski lift
Resort Schrofenblick
Resort Schrofenblick
4 out of 5
Burgstall 373, Schwendau, Tirol
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Schwendau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zimmereben Fixed-Cable Route and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"We really enjoyed this place, as it was spacious comfortable and clean! I would definitely stay there again!"

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2025

Resort Schrofenblick
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love this place and have returned many times to experience the culture and skiing

3/5 - Okay

Karen

The skiing was excellent but the town itself has lost its quaintness and become more about bars and drinking. It was quite noisy at night. We did go for a lovely walk through the woods and along the river which was fantastic. Summer would be great.