Holiday happiness at the Active Hotel in Hintertux
Holiday happiness at the Active Hotel in Hintertux
Inspired by the Zillertal way of life
“Hello” in Hintertux
For the most beautiful mountain moments
Rooted in tradition and inspired by the Zillertal lifestyle, our small Gletscher Aktiv Hotel Kössler in the heart of Hintertux is a truly special retreat. Invigorating activity, great food, a trendy yet cozy ambiance, and personal care… we bring all of this together in our small, family-run active hotel.
A hotel jewel in the middle of the Hintertux mountains.
It is only 700 m away from the valley station of the majestic Hintertux Glacier. A paradise for hiking & mountain biking in summer and a haven for skiers all year round. Spend quality time together and experience unforgettable, active mountain moments during your active holiday as a couple in Hintertux.
Skiing on the glacier
Up to the mountains
Snow-sure skiing fun in a fairytale winter wonderland
Active mountain enjoyment & soothing exercise in the fresh air.
Take a deep breath and let the stunning mountain panorama take effect. Start the most beautiful favorite tours directly from our mountain hotel or carve over freshly groomed slopes on the Hintertux Glacier:
✔ only 700 m from the valley station, ✔ with free bus transfer (every 5 minutes) and ✔ in-house ski room.
Our rooms for
Restful dreams
With us in the Glacier Active Hotel, a retreat awaits you that combines alpine comfort and timeless elegance in a wonderfully natural way. Each of our rooms tells its own little story – from warm wood tones, fine fabrics and loving details that make you feel how much heart is in every corner.
From the balcony, let your gaze wander over the idyllic Hintertux and the majestic Hintertux Glacier and look forward to your active adventure in the mountains in the charming region of Hintertux – Tux.
What’s included?
Inclusive services
- Delicious cuisine with ✔ rich breakfast buffet (in summer & winter: 7:00 – 10:00 a.m.) and ✔ 3-course evening menu with 3 main courses to choose from (in winter: daily 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.)
- Small vital area with ✔ Finnish sauna (daily 3:00–8:00 p.m.), ✔ adventure shower and ✔ small relaxation room
- Summer plus with ✔ guided hikes (with nature park guides), ✔ free hiking pole rental (subject to availability), ✔ tour advice and ✔ shoe drying room in the house
- Winter plus with ✔ ski bus every 5 minutes (stop directly opposite), ✔ ski room with ski boot dryer and ✔ ski pass service at the reception (ski pass for a fee)
Enjoyable dining
Breakfast from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Dinner from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy our vital breakfast buffet with homemade delicacies and healthy whole grain, fruit & vegetable variations for athletes. In the evening, chef Tino will spoil you with delicious creations & Tyrolean specialties.
What our guests say:
Hiking Biking
Active in summer
The Tux – Hintertux region is a true paradise for hiking and mountain biking. The most beautiful tours into the Zillertal mountains start directly at our Glacier Active Hotel. Explore varied paths to sunny alpine pastures and rustic huts. There you will be surprised with regional delicacies and the gentle ringing of cowbells. Whether a leisurely alpine hike or a sporty mountain tour for true summit conquerors – the most beautiful mountain moments await you here in Hintertux.
Skiing winter experience
Active in winter
Carve down the perfectly groomed slopes on the Hintertux Glacier, feel the headwind and an extraordinary feeling of freedom. Whether enjoyable or sporty: You will discover snow-sure slopes for every level of ability… and all this with a fantastic panoramic view over the Zillertal Alps.
The free ski bus takes you from our hotel to the valley station of the glacier cable car in just a few minutes and your equipment is in good hands in the in-house ski room.
FAQ
Answers to your most important questions
This family-run hotel is mainly aimed at adult couples and active holidaymakers looking for peace and quiet who want to combine skiing on the Hintertux Glacier or hiking in the Zillertal with very personal service.
The small, family-run active hotel is located in the center of Hintertux Tux in the Zillertal valley in Tyrol. The Hintertux Glacier valley station is only about 700 meters away. The free ski bus stops right in front of the hotel and comfortably takes guests to the gondola in just a few minutes.
In winter, the hotel offers a ski pass service, a ski room, and the Kössler Bonuscard with attractive discounts on ski rentals and ski school. In summer, guests benefit from personal tour recommendations, free loan of hiking poles, hiking guides, and discounts on bike and e-bike rentals. The hosts personally help you plan your activities.
Gletscher Aktiv Hotel Kössler is a small, family-run hotel where the hosts are on site every day. Host Karina welcomes guests in person, gives individual tips for ski days or hikes, and also looks after their well-being in the restaurant in the evening.
In the kitchen, Constantinos cooks himself for the in-house guests, and in the morning, senior manager Roswitha provides the perfect start to the day with a breakfast tailored to active holidaymakers. Many guests especially appreciate this personal atmosphere and the attentive care throughout their stay.
