The Best Hotels in Oberstaufen

Oberstaufen Hotels

With 4 ski areas and 28 lift, the main attraction in Oberstaufen is the powdery white mountains, and during the winter season you'll see skiers of all experience levels enjoying the well-maintained trails. From the 1,800-metre highs of Hochgrat, to the Ski Kinderland where kids can learn the techniques that will get them onto bigger slopes, all sorts of ability levels have been catered for. Go outside of the snowy season and the lush green mountains become the perfect spots for hiking, golf, and a wealth of other activities to enjoy in the spring sunshine.

Things to see

The slopes are the main focus of activities in the snowy season, with the bright sunshine reflecting off the smooth white snow. Both skiers and snowboarders share the mountain, with plenty of space even in busy periods. There's also sledging experiences available, both during the day with the kids, or as a romantic evening out, with restaurants available along the floodlit trails. The crisp white snow also makes for excellent cross country skiing opportunities, and there are 12 trails to try from short runs, to long loops for a true challenge. The summer months bring in backpackers and outdoor lovers, with fresh mountain air and clear lakes, as well as relaxing modern spas with year round facilities so that you can enjoy some pampering. The Aquaria Oberstaufen is particularly popular with families, as there are several hot tubs for the adults, and heated waterslides and pools for the kids to enjoy.

Hotels in Oberstaufen

It's important to have a comfortable place to relax after skiing or exploring, and that's why the luxury hotels in Oberstaufen are so popular. Boasting plenty of features to help you enjoy your holiday such as indoor pools, fitness centres, full service spas, and hot tubs. Many of the hotels have bars for aprés-ski drinks, as well as onsite restaurants serving traditional and modern cuisine, and you'll also find useful extras such as ski storage, childcare, and buffet breakfasts available for you to enjoy. You can also choose between a range of guestrooms to suit your party, with extra amenities such as coffee makers, balconies or patios, cable televisions, refrigerators, and in-room safes.

Where to stay

Oberstaufen has a mixture of traditional Bavarian and more modern buildings, and in the town centre you'll find cobblestone streets full of pavement cafés and charming gift stores. There's also a wide selection of restaurants, with the most popular spots serving hearty local dishes and large tankards of beer in cosy surroundings. If you are looking for a place for aprés-ski drinks, then there are also many wood panelled bars with roaring fireplaces where you can enjoy a laid back atmosphere. There are even some interesting stores where you can have your own lederhosen or dirndl dress made to your measurements, before picking up some of the fragrant local cheeses to take home with you.

How to get to Oberstaufen

Friedrichshafen Airport is less than an hour's drive away from Oberstaufen, and there are regular flights landing here from across Europe. Once you land you can simply pick up a rental car or taxi, or take the train from the airport to Friedrichshafen Stadt, then change for Lindau, before taking the direct service to Oberstaufen. Traveling by train takes less than 2 hours, and this can be a cheaper option for those who don't want to drive.