Kitzbuhel
When looking for the most charming skiing location, many travel to Kitzbuhel. Reminiscent of a picture postcard destination, the village provides a medieval atmosphere with archways, pastel coloured buildings and houses along with cobblestone streets. The slopes here attract all levels of skiers and boarders with a variety of terrain and visitors quickly access the gondola from the center of town. Spend off-piste hours in a decent selection of bars and restaurants. Cross-country skiing, ice skating or sleigh rides are other outdoor activities. Relax in the spa after a day on the slopes. Accommodation prices begin at £484.00 for seven nights at a chartered chalet.
Mayrhofen
Mayrhofen lies in the scenic Ziller valley and not only attracts skiers of all experience levels but offers the best location for snowboarding. The location has some of the most highly rated slopes around and above the tree line, the territory remains wide open. Mayrhofen offers accommodations for all budget levels and a seven night stay starts at £397.00. The village has close to one dozen eateries and another dozen party locations. The large number of indoor and outdoor activities available entertains skiing or non-skiing guests day and night.
Ischgl
Not only is Ischgl considered outstanding for all experience levels of skiing and snowboarding, but many consider the Paznaun Valley destination the party capital of the Alps. Spend off-piste hours till dawn at the world renowned Coyote Ugly, or venture to the Pacha, a branch of the Ibizian super club. Ischgl also features a number of boutique shops, restaurants and outdoor sports. Austrian ski resorts are renowned for their long and high pistes Enjoy 330 kilometres of pistes and excellent snowboarding. Snow remains on the slopes until late in the season and some runs travel into Switzerland. Bed and breakfast accommodations start at £436.00 for seven nights.
Obergurgl
Situated in the Otz Valley at an elevation of 1,930 metres (6,332 feet) skiers and boarders believe the Obergurgl offers the best chance of snow covered slopes early in the season. Access ski lifts directly from the village and the location guarantees no touristy overcrowding and lines. Families often prefer the destination for amenities that include entire day child supervision, ski instruction and kindergarten for non-skiing children. Guests find a number of accommodations rated from three to five stars and starting at £494.00 for a seven night stay.
Soll
Söll offers the best value in Austrian ski resorts. The location features approximately one dozen interlinking villages, 250 kilometres of skiing that includes 94 lifts. The guesthouse Pension Scherntanner remains the least expensive bed and breakfast option. Prices start at £358.00 for a seven night stay. The facility accommodates everyone from single students to families having young children. Amenities include a breakfast room, lounge and ski room. The Pension lies within 10 minutes of the village center and a mere 20 minute walk to the ski lifts.
