The hype
Reviewers are obsessed with the views and the food, but many find the 'extras' like water charges and luggage fees stinging for the price point.
KRAFTalm
$270-350/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want the ultimate ski-in/ski-out experience where the commute to the slopes is zero because you're sleeping on top of one.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- The infinity pool overlooks the Wilder Kaiser mountains and feels like swimming in a postcard
- Zero car traffic—you arrive by gondola and stay at 1,355m altitude
- Family-run hospitality that feels personal, not corporate
Kurzfassung: A stunning modern alpine lodge that charges you for tap water and makes you pay to haul your luggage up the mountain.
Bewertet von @tonifischer: I honestly didn't know summer in the mountains could beat the beach until I stayed here. Floating in that infinity pool with the Alps right in front of me was a core memory. Plus, the cows roaming nearby made it feel so authentic. Pure peace.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
The wellness area is gorgeous but can feel cramped when the hotel is full, and the 'bed against the wall' in entry-level rooms is a common annoyance for couples.
- You are a skier who wants to be the first on the fresh corduroy at 8:30 AM
- You love modern Tyrolean design (lots of light wood, glass, and wool)
- You are okay with being 'stuck' on the mountain for the evening
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
9.5
- Housekeeping: Immaculate. Guests consistently rate cleanliness as the highest category.
- Bathroom hygiene: Spotless modern bathrooms with walk-in showers.
- Maintenance: The hotel was rebuilt in 2021, so everything feels new and functional.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and high quality, though you are encouraged to bring your own spa slides.
- Odors & scents: Fresh pine wood smell throughout the hotel.
Sleepability™
7MÄSSIG
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Gondola hum (during operating hours only)
- Heating system/stuffy rooms
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- Arrival is strictly tied to gondola hours; miss the last lift and you cannot get to the hotel.
- Monday and Tuesday are 'Small Card Days' for the public lunch menu, but hotel guests still get their full dinner.
- There is no tea or coffee machine in the standard rooms; you have to use the fridge in the hallway or go to the bar.
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Swimsuit for the heated infinity pool (year-round)
- Flip flops/slides for the wellness area (hotel asks you to bring your own to save waste)
- Compact luggage – you are hauling this onto a gondola, not rolling it into a lobby
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- Kaiser.Reich (Gallery Loft) for space and the best views of the Wilder Kaiser
- Weit.Sicht for a panoramic window seat and more floor space than the entry-level rooms
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Alpen.Blick (Double Room) – the bed is often pushed against the wall, forcing one person to crawl out the foot of the bed.
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I would love a room where the bed is accessible from both sides, avoiding the 'Alpen.Blick' layout if possible. A view of the Wilder Kaiser is preferred over the valley view.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Can I drive to the hotel?
No. You must park at the Salvistabahn valley station in Itter and take the gondola up.
Is the pool heated in winter?
Yes, the infinity pool is heated year-round, offering a surreal experience of swimming amidst snow.
Do I have to pay for dinner?
Dinner is typically included in the half-board rate for overnight guests, but drinks (even tap water) are extra.
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes, there is a children's pool and playroom, but the vibe is very 'chill wellness' which might bore active teens at night.
What happens if I arrive late?
You're in trouble. The gondola is the only way up. You must arrive before 4:30 PM (winter) or 5:00 PM (summer).
Is there a spa?
Yes, a wellness area with sauna, steam bath, and relaxation room, plus the indoor and outdoor pools.
Insider-Tipps
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The 'Alpen.Blick' rooms are the cheapest for a reason; upgrade to 'Weit.Sicht' to avoid the bed-against-wall situation.
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Bring a reusable water bottle to fill in your bathroom sink to avoid the restaurant's tap water charge.
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If you visit in summer, the hotel offers a shuttle service when the gondola is closed, but it costs ~€7 per trip.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'luggage fee' is a real thing – you pay extra on top of your lift ticket just to get your bag to your room.
💡You are literally captive at night; there are no other restaurants or bars within walking distance.
💡The wellness area is 'textile-free' (naked) in the sauna, which is standard for Austria but shocks some Americans.
💡The 'Small Card Days' (Mon/Tue) mean the lunch menu is limited if you're hanging around the hotel midday.
💡The tap water charge at dinner is a frequent complaint in reviews – it feels petty for a hotel of this caliber.
Lokaler Reiseführer
Karte
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