Hotels in Ehrwald

Haus Alpenblick earned its 9.6 from us. Skiing right to the door made every day easier with the kids, and the ski storage kept our apartment free of clutter. On sunny afternoons the terrace and outdoor seating area were the place to be. Private parking on site helped, and Lermoos station is close if you arrive by train. Bike hire and water sports are on offer in summer, so we're already planning a return. Spotless and welcoming.

Hotel Alpin Garni is the address I recommend in Ehrwald for families who mix cross-country and downhill skiing. The cross-country runs are 50 metres away and the ski bus stop is next door, so children never have far to walk. The spa area has a sauna, a steam bath and an infrared cabin, and most rooms have a balcony with mountain views. Free WiFi and parking help. My advice: as a garni, plan dinners in the village.

Hotel Spielmann is historic and family-run, and you feel that tradition in the welcome and the Tyrolean cooking. The highlight for all of us was the new infinity rock pool, heated year-round: swimming outdoors in the snow with the Zugspitze above us was unforgettable for the kids. When it got too cold, the indoor pool took over. Dinners of local dishes in the restaurant felt like a proper Tyrolean holiday.

Das Halali is a small hotel with a big heart. Our family room had a private bathroom and a balcony looking out to the mountains and garden. Breakfast had something for everyone, and the restaurant's mix of Italian, Austrian and German dishes meant even our picky eater found favourites. We skied in the mornings and hiked on our rest day. Evenings by the outdoor fireplace were the kids' highlight. Warm and personal.

Rustika combined the freedom of an apartment with a proper spa, which was exactly what our family wanted. Our unit had a kitchenette, a private bathroom and a balcony with mountain views, so early dinners for the kids were easy. Once they were asleep, we took turns in the sauna and steam room downstairs. Everything felt modern and well maintained, and the mountain views never got old. Comfortable, quiet and very good value.

Zugspitzhotel Diana Thörle was a comfortable, no-frills choice for our ski week. Our family room had a balcony with mountain views, and there was enough space for the kids to spread out their games in the evening. The sauna was just what our legs needed after long days on the slopes, and the ski storage kept the room free of wet gear. Free WiFi worked well, and the sun terrace was lovely on clear afternoons.

Bergresort Zugspitze gave us spacious rooms with balconies, which meant no tripping over each other after long ski days. The pool with its striking mountain views was where we ended every afternoon, and the sauna and fitness area kept us grown-ups content. The modern restaurant was a highlight: varied menus and genuine care for our son's food allergy. Comfortable four-star living in Ehrwald.

Gästehaus Haag thinks about children: there are play areas both indoors and outdoors, so ours were entertained whatever the weather. Our family room had a private bathroom and a balcony with mountain views. The ice-skating rink nearby became an afternoon favourite, and my husband used the fitness centre in the mornings. We drove an electric car, so the charging point was a welcome extra. Friendly, peaceful and very good value.

Our recently renovated apartment at the Zugspitzhof had a kitchenette, a private bathroom and a balcony, which gave us the freedom we need with two young kids. Skiing was easy to reach, and on rest days we walked to the ice-skating rink nearby, a huge hit. Back at the hotel, the spa, sauna and fitness centre kept us adults happy, while the garden and sun terrace were perfect for lazy afternoons. Fresh and well run.

Hotel Alpen Residence is the family-run hotel I recommend in central Ehrwald, at the foot of the Zugspitze, for families who want a large spa without leaving the village. The spa area has an indoor pool, several saunas, a steam bath and a hot tub, so children and adults both have somewhere to go after skiing. Rooms are spacious, the ski bus stops right in front of the hotel, and WiFi and parking are free. My advice: plan ski days around the bus.

Hotel Stern was a comfortable base for exploring the Ehrwalder Alm with the kids. Our family room had a balcony with mountain views, and there was enough space for everyone's gear. The wellness area surprised us for a three-star: sauna, steam room, hammam and a fitness room, which we used most afternoons. The restaurant and bar meant easy evenings without heading out in the cold. Friendly staff and fair prices.

Zum Urviech is an adults-only hotel, which suited our couples' trip perfectly. It's 800 metres from the Ehrwalder Alm cable car in the middle of the Zugspitz Arena, so skiing was easy to reach. The restaurant was the surprise: Tyrolean classics one night, Thai curry the next. Our double room had wooden floors, a private bathroom and a balcony. Free parking and free guided hikes in summer. Quirky, relaxed and good value.

Ferienhaus Antonia was built for families like ours. We skied right to the door, dropped everything in the ski storage and the kids raced off to the games room or the playground. Our family room was comfortable and practical, and free private parking made arrival easy. On sunny afternoons we sat in the garden on the terrace while the little ones played nearby. Simple, friendly and great value for a ski week in Ehrwald.

Hotel Tirolerhof - Familotel Zugspitze is the Ehrwald address I recommend to families who want everything in one place: this family-run hotel stands directly at the slopes, at the foot of the Zugspitze. An all-inclusive family package covers food and drinks, the spa and wellness centre is there for parents, and pets are welcome. Rooms look out on the Wetterstein mountains. Its 8.5 score rests on only two reviews, so I would weigh the facilities more than the rating.

Ehrwalderhof is a relaxed, kid-friendly three-star. With indoor and outdoor play areas plus a games room, our children were never bored, even on a snowy afternoon. We bought ski passes right at the hotel, which saved a queue on day one. Our family room had a private bathroom and a balcony with mountain views. The spa and sauna gave us a breather, and the continental breakfast buffet was a solid start to each day.

Schönruh lives up to its name with a genuinely quiet setting, yet the village centre is only a three-minute walk away. The panoramic views of the Zugspitze and Wetterstein range from the hotel were breathtaking, and the kids kept pointing out the summit station. We went half board, which made evenings easy after skiing. The spa was a real treat: Roman and Finnish saunas, a herbal steam bath and an infrared cabin.

Der grüne Baum sits in the centre of Ehrwald at the foot of the Zugspitze, and the view of that huge mountain from the village never got old. Our Tyrolean-style room was recently renovated with modern touches, and the free WiFi was reliable. After skiing we warmed up in the wellness area before dinner in the in-house restaurant. The bar and sun terrace were pleasant for an afternoon drink. Central, charming and comfortable.

Sonnenburg Hotel is the Ehrwald address I recommend to families who want to ski from the door and keep the children busy indoors too. Family rooms have private bathrooms, mountain views and a balcony or terrace. An indoor play area helps on bad-weather days, and the sun terrace, the restaurant and the bar make it easy to stay on site, with diverse dining options. It scores 8.0 from 921 reviews, a solid family choice.