Set amid beautiful flower meadows on a plateau in the Austrian Alps, Burg Vital Resort is an idyllic chalet-style retreat with a focus is on fitness, wellness, and mountain adventures. Near the picturesque village of Lech, this luxury hotel puts you in the heart of the surrounding wilderness: set off for a day’s skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking amid the majestic peaks and mountain streams, and then unwind with an Ayurvedic or Far East-inspired treatment at the opulent, three-level Vital Spa. In the evening, sip a rare vintage at Wine Cellar or dine on refined European dishes at one of the hotel's Gault Millau-recognized restaurants.
Burg Vital Resort offers the perfect balance of indoor spa treatments and outdoor adventures. In summer, expert hiking and Nordic walking guides will lead you to forests, lakes, and Alpine peaks. In winter, explore 190 mi / 305 km of ski runs, as well as freestyle and snowboarding parks. You can even hire ski equipment from the resort. The youth room has billiards and darts, and childcare is available when you want some private time. The hotel also has meeting and event space for up to 220 people — it’s an impressive site for your next meeting or event.
The hotel’s 62 intimate guestrooms and suites are spread across seven chalets. Each space is decorated with natural materials reflecting Austria's landscapes and architectural traditions — natural wood flooring and walls, leather headboards, and fresh flowers. Most rooms have balconies opening up to mountain views. Apartments and suites have large seating areas, spacious terraces, and extra bedrooms; some have open fires, cockle stoves, or saunas.
Speak to the dedicated concierge team to arrange excursions, spa treatments, or dinner reservations. The hotel also offers babysitting and laundry services, and has a fleet of bicycles to help you explore. There is a well-equipped business center, a games room, and three meeting rooms totaling 4,300 sq ft / 400 sq m of space.
Overseen by chef Benedict Jakob, Burg Vital Resort's restaurants take an innovative approach to Austrian fare, with particular attention to health, nutrition, and gluten-free products. At cocktail hour, visit the Chimney Bar for an apéritif accompanied by live piano music or the well-stocked Wine Cellar for a tasting.
Unwind in the expansive, award-winning Vital Spa: lounge in the sunbathing area, take an herbal steam bath, warm up in the saunas, or do a few laps in the heated outdoor pool with mountain views. Work out at the hotel’s well-equipped fitness center, with state-of-the-art machines and personal trainers. Head to the Chimney Bar for live piano performances and dine on delicious fare at the onsite eateries. The Burg Vital Resort’s Kids Club keeps your little ones entertained with singing, painting, and kid-friendly hiking and fishing trips, while the youth room is a great hangout place for older youth, with billiards, darts, and table football.
Outside the hotel, world-class skiing awaits in the winter months. In warmer seasons, hikes and mountain bike excursions are the perfect way to soak up the spectacular scenery. Visit the nearby village of Lech to pick up souvenirs in the eclectic markets and quaint shops, see ski shows, and dine in the town’s excellent restaurants.
Located in Oberlech at 5,577 ft / 1,700 m above sea level in Austria, the Burg Vital Resort has a secluded setting in the mountains but is still a short drive or cable car ride from the charming city of Lech am Arlberg.
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