Winter visit: Kitzbuhel or Arlberb
 

I want to spend three days in January in either Kitzbuhel or Lech. I am not a skier, but I want to look at mountains, ride to the top of one, visit a village and stay in a four or five star hotel. What do you recommend? Thanks.

Kitzbühel and surroundings have more to do for non-skiers than Lech and the Arlberg region. And Kitzbühel itself is a more interesting town than any town at the Arlberg. On the other hand, the Arlberg is much more snow reliable. And better don't go to Kitzbühel during Hahnenkamm race - terribly crowded then.

Ingo,
Thanks for the advice. I'll check on the dates for the Hahnenkamm.

Ingo if you're still around, I checked on the ski race and I will be there the weekend prior. Do you (or anyone) have any hotel recommendations in Kitzbuhel? I'm looking for a four or five star hotel. Thanks in advance.

Sorry it should be Arlberg

You basically cannot go wrong with a four or five star hotel in Kitzbühel. I stayed once in a four star hotel in the outskirts which now only offers breakfast anymore (no restaurant, garni only), so it doesn't get a recommendation.

The other one I stayed at (but some years ago) is Schwarzer Adler. Excellent hotel, big and very good spa. It's quite centrally located, but not right in the middle of the apres-ski region, if you know what I mean. If you want something quieter, check out the hotels at Schwarzsee lake - I think they have shuttles into town.

Frankly, I think hotel rates in Kitzbühel during winter are outrageous. Many people stay in neighbouring towns like Kirchberg or St. Johann and get more value for their money.

Ingo,
Thanks for taking the time to respond. I appreciate the advice.