Thredbo, Australian Alps

Thredbo: 5 things to know before you go

Australian Alps, Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

Thredbo holds Australia's longest vertical drop at 672 metres and sits at the foot of Mt Kosciuszko, the continent's highest peak at 2228 metres. A pedestrian alpine village tumbles down terraced slopes, home of the Australian World Cup ski team and the country's most credible attempt at a European feel.

1.Is the snow reliable in Thredbo?

Generally yes. From 1365 m at the base to 2037 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 80/100).

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

Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.

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

With 50 km of piste on 14 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (12 green, 28 blue, 14 red, 12 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Thredbo stands out for a genuinely iconic name, serious off-piste and freeride terrain and a racing and competition pedigree.

5.When is the best time to go?

In the Southern Hemisphere the season runs roughly Jun 8 to Sep 30 (the local winter), with July and August the most reliable.

The full Thredbo guide

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

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Thredbo have?
About 672 m of vertical, from a 1365 m base to 2037 m at the top.
Is Thredbo part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 50 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Thredbo good for beginners?
Yes. With 12 green and 28 blue runs, there is plenty of gentle terrain to learn on.

Where to stay

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

Thredbo Alpine Hotel
4.2716 reviews
โ‚ฌ110
โ˜… Top pick

Thredbo Alpine Hotel

Great ยท 716 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Thredbo, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

Guests rate this hotel as great (4.2/5 from 716 reviews). It sits about 350 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Thredbo, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

โ‰ˆ 350 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ110/ night
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