Hotels in Austrian Alps, Austria

The Austrian Alps stretch across western Austria, with a climate that's cold and snowy in winter and mild in summer, famous for dramatic peaks like the Grossglockner and crystal-clear lakes like Zell am See. In winter, you can ski on over 800 km of slopes in resorts like Sölden or Ischgl, while summer invites hiking through the Hohe Tauern National Park or swimming in the emerald-green Lake Wolfgangsee. The region splits into two vibes: the western Tyrol area offers glacier skiing year-round, and the eastern Salzkammergut region is better for lake activities like stand-up paddleboarding in July's 77°F (25°C) warmth.