Kühtai, Austrian Alps

Kühtai: 5 things to know before you go

Austrian Alps, Austria 🇦🇹

The highest village resort in Austria at 2020 m, Kühtai is small, snow-sure and ski-in/ski-out by design. A quiet, high hideaway 40 minutes from Innsbruck.

1.Is the snow reliable in Kühtai?

Generally yes. From 2020 m at the base to 2520 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 86/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Most hotels sit right on the snow front, so this is genuine ski-in/ski-out: park once on arrival and ski from the door, with no daily driving or shuttle.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

It is a compact area, 45 km of piste on 11 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 20 blue, 18 red, 7 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Kühtai stands out for snow-sure high-altitude slopes and a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 1 to Apr 14 (about 19 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. The altitude also holds spring snow, so late-season skiing stays good well into spring.

The full Kühtai guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

See the full Kühtai guide

More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Kühtai have?
About 500 m of vertical, from a 2020 m base to 2520 m at the top.
Is Kühtai part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 45 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Kühtai good for beginners?
It can work: 0 green and 20 blue runs are enough to start, though the area rewards skiers who can already link turns.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Hotel Alpenrose
4.5455 reviews
115
Top pick

Hotel Alpenrose

Very good · 455 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Kühtai, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.5/5 from 455 reviews). It sits about 650 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Kühtai, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 650 m to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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AlpinLodges Kühtai
4.9258 reviews
145

AlpinLodges Kühtai

Excellent · 258 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Kühtai, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

≈ 850 m to the slopesMid-range
From
145/ night
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Hotel Mooshaus Winterresort
4.6362 reviews
125

Hotel Mooshaus Winterresort

Excellent · 362 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Kühtai, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 1.1 km to the slopesMid-range
From
125/ night
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VAYA Kühtai
4.2615 reviews
115

VAYA Kühtai

Great · 615 reviews

Why we like it

A long-standing favourite in Kühtai, trusted by thousands of guests before you.

≈ 1.1 km to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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