Hotels in Lermoos
In Lermoos I would sleep on the side of the village closest to the Grubigstein lifts, because the cable car and the Hochmoos-Express leave from the edge of the village, not from its centre. From there the Grubig II, a ten-seat gondola running since the 2013/14 season, carries you to the summit area, and the Grubigstein spreads about 28 km of slopes between roughly 1,004 and 2,100 m, half of them easy. Families should look at the Familyjet, a lift built in 2012/13 to bring beginners from the valley floor up to the gentle slopes. The trap is the size: strong skiers will have covered the Grubigstein in two days, so plan on the free shuttle bus to Marienberg in Biberwier, which adds about 12 km, and on the other areas of the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena. Lermoos has its own railway station, with direct trains to Munich, which makes a ski week without a car realistic. The valley lies around 1,000 m, so in a mild spell the lower runs suffer first; the upper Grubigstein holds better. All seven hotels on our site have a spa or wellness area, three have a pool, and six are tagged for family skiing.
Lermoos is a village of the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena in Tyrol, and its home ski area is the Grubigstein, whose lifts start at the edge of the village. I would choose it for a family or intermediate ski week: half of the roughly 28 km is easy, a dedicated lift brings beginners up from the valley, and the free shuttle to Marienberg adds variety. Experts looking for steep, long runs will want to spread out across the other areas of the region rather than stay on the Grubigstein all week.
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PUR Suites & Chalets
Self-catering chalets, outdoor pool, and ski pass convenience
Why guests love itPUR Suites & Chalets gave our family a self-catering chalet with real privacy, just 300 metres from the Hochmoos Express. We cooked our own meals and bought lift passes on site, which kept things simple. The small outdoor pool was a magical spot after skiing, steaming in the snow, and we also used the sauna and steam bath. The best surprise was booking a massage right in our chalet once the kids were asleep.
Hotel Klockerhof
Family comfort, mountain views, and a relaxing spa
Why guests love itHotel Klockerhof is the family address I recommend in Lermoos when children need as much entertainment as the adults. Indoor and outdoor play areas and a games room cover the hours off the slopes, while the spa and wellness centre with sauna, steam room and hammam suits parents. Family rooms look out over the mountains, the sun terrace catches the afternoon, and the restaurant serves Austrian cuisine with options for various diets. My advice: book it for young families.
BIRKENHOF premium apart & suites
Mountain views, ski storage, and self-catering comfort
Why guests love itBIRKENHOF premium apart & suites is 300 metres from the Zugspitz ski area in Lermoos, a short walk even for little legs, and the free ski bus stops nearby. Our apartment had a well-equipped kitchen and a balcony with mountain views, yet breakfast was still served daily, the best of both worlds. The boot dryers in the ski storage were a blessing every morning, and free WiFi kept the kids happy.
Hotel Hubertushof
Ski-to-door access, family rooms, and diverse dining in Lermoos
Why guests love itHotel Hubertushof is the family hotel I recommend in Lermoos for ski-to-door access and practical services on site. Ski equipment hire and ski pass sales are in the hotel, which saves time on arrival day. Family rooms have private bathrooms and balconies, and the sauna, sun terrace and garden fill the afternoons. The family-friendly restaurant offers varied cuisines, with breakfast options including vegan and gluten-free choices. My advice: a good fit for families with dietary needs.
Sporthotel Pechtl
Mountain views, ski-in convenience, and Tyrolean charm
Why guests love itSporthotel Pechtl sits right next to the Hochmoos chairlift in Lermoos, so the kids went from breakfast to the slopes in minutes, and ski rental on site saved a trip into the village. Our spacious room had mountain views, and the sun terrace looked straight at the Zugspitze, a great spot for lunch. Dinners of Austrian and Tyrolean dishes were hearty, and the sauna and steam bath eased tired legs.
Sporthotel Zugspitze
Mountain views, ski access, and a relaxing wellness area
Why guests love itSporthotel Zugspitze has striking views of the Zugspitze and the surrounding Tyrolean peaks, and our Tyrolean-style room made the most of them. The Lermoos Hochmoos ski area is about 450 metres away, an easy walk with the kids, and the cross-country trails are close too. After skiing we unwound in the wellness area with its steam bath, infrared cabin and sauna. A comfortable base for winter-sport families.
Hotel Bergland
Slopeside hotel with spa, modern Tyrolean charm
Why guests love itHotel Bergland sits right at the valley station of the new six-seater chairlift in Lermoos, so we were among the first up each morning with the kids. The modern Tyrolean style felt cosy and fresh. After skiing we recharged in the spa: a whirlpool for the whole family, then the Finnish sauna and Turkish steam bath for us, and the Kneipp basin, which the children found hilarious. A slopeside gem for families.
What to expect
- Grubigstein: about 28 km of slopes between roughly 1,004 and 2,100 m
- Grubigstein cable car and Hochmoos-Express from the edge of Lermoos
- Grubig II ten-seat gondola to the summit area since 2013/14
- Familyjet lift for beginners and families from the valley floor
- Free shuttle bus to the Marienberg ski area in Biberwier
Local tips
- ✓Book on the side of Lermoos nearest the Grubigstein valley station: the lifts leave from the edge of the village, so a hotel at the far end means a bus or a walk in boots.
- ✓With children who are learning, use the Familyjet, which brings beginners from the valley floor up to the easy slopes instead of a long ride to the summit.
- ✓Take the free shuttle bus to Marienberg in Biberwier on your third day: it adds about 12 km of slopes and a change of scene from the Grubigstein.
- ✓Arrive by train if you can: Lermoos has its own station with direct trains to Munich, so a car is not essential for a week on the Grubigstein.
- ✓In a mild spell, ski the upper Grubigstein in the morning: the valley sits around 1,000 m, and the lowest runs are the first to soften.
- ✓Half of the Grubigstein's slopes are easy and fewer than 2 km difficult, so a strong skier should plan days elsewhere in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena.
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the Lermoos ski area?
The Grubigstein above Lermoos has about 28 km of slopes, with roughly 14 km easy, 10 km intermediate, under 2 km difficult and a few ski routes, between about 1,004 and 2,100 m. A free shuttle bus links it with Marienberg in Biberwier, which adds about 12 km, and the wider Tiroler Zugspitz Arena offers more areas nearby.
Is Lermoos good for families and beginners?
Yes, that is its strength. Half of the slopes are easy, and the Familyjet, a lift built in 2012/13, brings beginners and families from the valley floor up to the gentle slopes. Six of the seven hotels on our site are tagged for family skiing, and all seven have a spa or wellness area for the evening.
Where should I stay in Lermoos for skiing?
On the side of the village closest to the Grubigstein valley station, since the Grubigstein cable car and the Hochmoos-Express leave from the edge of Lermoos rather than its centre. From there, the Grubig II gondola takes you to the summit area. A hotel at the opposite end of the village means a daily walk or bus ride.
Can you reach Lermoos by train?
Yes. Lermoos has its own railway station, with direct trains to Munich, so you can arrive without a car and walk or take a short ride to the Grubigstein lifts. For skiing at Marienberg, the free shuttle bus covers the trip to Biberwier.
Is the snow reliable in Lermoos?
The upper Grubigstein, which reaches about 2,100 m, holds snow better than the valley around 1,000 m. In a mild spell the lowest runs soften first, so I would ski the top in the morning and come down early. No resort can promise snow on a given date, so check the snow report before an early-season trip.
Do Lermoos hotels have a spa or pool?
All seven hotels on our site carry a spa or wellness label and three of them have a pool or whirlpool. If a pool matters for the children after skiing, filter on it before booking, because it narrows the choice to fewer than half of the hotels we list.