By the Best Mountain Hotels editorial team ·
Trofana Royal is the grandest hotel in Ischgl, the Tyrolean party capital of the Alps. A five-star superior gourmet and spa resort just 100 metres from the lifts of the Silvretta Arena, it combines a 2,500-square-metre spa, indoor and outdoor pools and the cooking of celebrated chef Martin Sieberer with traditional Tyrolean style.
Trofana Royal is the grandest hotel in Ischgl, the Tyrolean party capital of the Alps. A five-star superior gourmet and spa resort just 100 metres from the lifts of the Silvretta Arena, it combines a 2,500-square-metre spa, indoor and outdoor pools and the cooking of celebrated chef Martin Sieberer with traditional Tyrolean style.
Location: Ischgl, Austria
The hotel stands on the main street of Ischgl, about 100 metres from the lifts into the Silvretta Arena, one of the largest ski areas in Austria, which links across the border to duty-free Samnaun in Switzerland. Ischgl is famous for its lively après-ski and its Top of the Mountain concerts at the start and end of the season. Innsbruck Airport is about one and a quarter hours by road, and Zurich about two and a half hours.
Ischgl's Silvretta Arena has around 240 kilometres of pistes, much of it above 2,000 metres, which gives the resort a long, snow-sure season. The ski area crosses the border into Switzerland at Samnaun, where duty-free shops sell everything from watches to fuel, and the Idalp plateau is the heart of the slopes. Ischgl has transformed itself from a small farming village into one of the most fashionable resorts in Austria, with high-end hotels, excellent restaurants and some of the liveliest après-ski in the Alps.
Rooms and suites at Trofana Royal
There are 111 rooms and suites in 14 categories, decorated in a refined Tyrolean style with wood, stone and rich fabrics, many with balconies and mountain views.
The rooms and suites combine traditional Tyrolean craftsmanship, with carved wood and stone, with luxurious modern comfort, and the largest suites have separate living areas, fireplaces and generous bathrooms. Many have balconies facing the mountains or the village.
Facilities at Trofana Royal
The 2,500-square-metre spa has indoor and outdoor pools, a saltwater whirlpool, saunas and a long menu of treatments. Dining is a highlight: under chef Martin Sieberer, the hotel's three restaurants have been awarded multiple Gault&Millau toques, among the most of any hotel in Austria.
Martin Sieberer's cooking combines Tyrolean tradition with creative modern techniques, and dinner at the hotel is a highlight of any stay. The hotel's central location means Ischgl's lifts, shops and lively après-ski bars are within easy reach, while the spa provides a calm retreat from the bustle of the village.
The mountain moment
The Trofana moment is the Top of the Mountain concert, when big-name artists perform on the slopes high above Ischgl, followed by a long soak in the outdoor pool and a gourmet dinner. Or simply a long day on the Silvretta's wide, snow-sure slopes, with lunch across the border in Switzerland.
On a sunny day, ski across the border to Samnaun in Switzerland for lunch and a little duty-free shopping, then make your way back across the Silvretta Arena as the light softens. In the evening, Ischgl's après-ski is legendary, but the Trofana Royal's spa and gourmet restaurant offer a more refined end to the day.
Why Trofana Royal is one of the best mountain hotels
Trofana Royal earns its place for its spa, food and location in one of the Alps' most famous ski resorts. It is expensive, and Ischgl's après-ski is loud and boisterous. But for skiers who want five-star comfort and gourmet dining at the heart of the action, it is the best in town.
For another Tyrolean classic, see Tennerhof in Kitzbühel.
For skiers who want the energy of Ischgl but the comfort and calm of a five-star retreat, the Trofana Royal strikes the perfect balance, with its spa and kitchen among the best in Austria.
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When to go to Trofana Royal
Ischgl's season runs from late November to early May, with the Top of the Mountain concerts at the start and end. January to March offers the most reliable snow. Summer brings hiking and biking in the Paznaun valley.
Ischgl's season usually runs from late November to early May, with the famous Top of the Mountain concerts at the opening and closing weekends. January and February bring the best snow, and March and April offer sunshine and spring skiing at altitude. Summer brings hiking and mountain biking in the Paznaun valley, with the Silvretta Card covering many lifts.
Questions, answered
- How far is Trofana Royal from the lifts?
- About 100 metres from the lifts into the Silvretta Arena.
- Does Trofana Royal have a pool?
- Yes. It has indoor and outdoor pools and a saltwater whirlpool in its 2,500 m² spa.
- Who is the chef at Trofana Royal?
- Martin Sieberer, one of Austria's most celebrated chefs.
- Can you ski to Switzerland from Ischgl?
- Yes. The Silvretta Arena links to duty-free Samnaun in Switzerland.
