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Green hotels and apartments for your ski holiday

Are you looking for a way to be sustainable and environmentally conscious on your ski holiday? Here you will find a selection of environmentally friendly accommodations that fulfil both your comfort requirements and your desire for sustainability.

Green hotels and apartments for your ski holiday
Green hotels and apartments for your ski holiday
Dolomites Hotel Union
Dobbiaco

Dolomites Hotel Union ***+

3 nights incl. lift pass & HB
e.g. from 04/12/25

93 % from £ 263
Spa

Brief description

The 3-star Superior Dolomites Hotel Union, managed with great attention to detail, is located about 1.4 km from the centre of Dobbiaco. A ski bus stop and the Dobbiaco train station are in the immediate vicinity of the hotel and offer perfect …

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Holiday Village Ponyhof
Fusch am Großglockner

Holiday Village Ponyhof ****

4 nights incl. lift pass & HB PLUS
e.g. from 10/01/26

96 % from £ 592
Family

Brief description

The family-friendly, 4-star Holiday Village Ponyhof is located in a quiet and sunny spot. The resort centre of Fusch can be reached within approx. 2 km. The Areit lift is located in Zell am See (approx. 8 km away) and takes you into the ski area …

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SEPP - Alpine Boutique Hotel (Adults Only)
Maria Alm

SEPP - Alpine Boutique Hotel (Adults Only) ****+

3 nights incl. lift pass & BB
e.g. from 07/12/25

97 % from £ 360
Luxury

Brief description

The trendy 4-star superior hotel SEPP - Alpine Boutique Hotel (Adults Only) is located approx. 200 m from the centre of Maria Alm. The Hochkönig ski area can be reached after approx. 100 m and the ski bus stop is only approx. 50 m away from the …

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Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa
Saas-Fee

Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa *****

2 nights incl. lift pass & BB
e.g. from 20/04/25

New from £ 562
Luxury

Brief description

The comfortable 5-star Hotel Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa is located in the car-free ski resort of Saas-Fee, approx. 500 m from the village square. You can reach the Saas-Fee ski area after about 400 m, and the entrance to the nearest …

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Seevilla Freiberg
Zell am See

Seevilla Freiberg ****

2 nights incl. lift pass & HB PLUS
e.g. from 02/01/26

93 % from £ 453
Family

Brief description

The modern, 4-star Seevilla Freiberg is located in a beautiful spot, directly at the lake. The Zell am See centre can be reached within approx. 200 m. The free, hotel-own shuttle bus takes you comfortably to the approx. 800 m distant City Express …

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Naturhotel Miraval
Brunico

Naturhotel Miraval ***+

3 nights incl. lift pass & HB
e.g. from 04/12/25

88 % from £ 325
Family

Brief description

The family-run 3-star superior Naturhotel Miraval is situated in a quiet, panoramic location, approx. 8 km from Percha and approx. 12 km from Bruneck. The Kronplatz ski area is around 9 km away (Percha-Ried valley station). A cross-country ski …

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Hotel Tia Smart Natur
Feichten

Hotel Tia Smart Natur °°.

2 nights incl. lift pass & HB
e.g. from 25/04/25

82 % from £ 245
Family

Brief description

The modern Hotel Tia Smart Natur offers a family-friendly atmosphere and values sustainability. It is located approx. 450 m from the centre of Feichten. The Fendels ski area is around 16 km away and the Kaunertal Glacier roughly 21 km. The ski bus …

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Zillertalerhof Alpine Hideaway
Mayrhofen

Zillertalerhof Alpine Hideaway ****+

2 nights incl. lift pass & HB PLUS
e.g. from 12/12/25

98 % from £ 448
Luxury

Brief description

The stylish 4-star superior Zillertalerhof Alpine Hideaway is ideally located, directly in the centre of Mayrhofen. A ski bus stops directly in front of the accommodation and takes you to the Penkenbahn, about 700 m away, or the Ahornbahn, about 1.…

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Hotel Chesa Surlej
Silvaplana

Hotel Chesa Surlej ***

2 nights incl. lift pass & BB
e.g. from 20/12/25

100 % from £ 360
On the piste

Brief description

The idyllically situated 3-star Hotel Chesa Surlej is located directly on the ski piste and the nearest ski lift, Surlej, is only a few steps away (approx. 300 m). The resort centre of Silvaplana can be reached after around 1 km and a ski bus to …

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Hotel Abelhof
Neukirchen am Großvenediger

Hotel Abelhof ***+

3 nights incl. lift pass & HB
e.g. from 14/01/26

99 % from £ 274
Family

Brief description

The cosy, 3-star superior Hotel Abelhof is situated in a quiet location on a sunny slope above Neukirchen with a magnificent view. The village centre is approx. 3 km away, as are the mountain railway and the access to the cross-country ski run. A …

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Hotel Hofgut Sternen
Hinterzarten

Hotel Hofgut Sternen °°°°

2 nights incl. HB PLUS
e.g. from 27/04/25

New from £ 236
Short breaks

Brief description

The cosy Hotel Hofgut Sternen is located in the municipality of Breitnau, around 5 km from the centre of Hinterzarten. The nearest ski lift at the Thoma ski centre, a ski bus stop and access to the cross-country ski trail are around 5 km away. The …

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BergBaur – Das Crazy Farming Hotel
Neukirchen am Großvenediger

BergBaur – Das Crazy Farming Hotel °°°°

3 nights incl. lift pass & BB
e.g. from 04/01/26

100 % from £ 236
Family

Brief description

The comfortable and impressive Bergbaur - Crazy Farming Hotel is located about 3.5 km from the centre of Neukirchen am Großvenediger and the Wildkogel cable car. A ski bus stops around 70 metres away. You can also reach a toboggan run and the …

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How does SnowTrex define sustainable accommodation and what criteria are used to select it?

SnowTrex defines sustainable accommodation as accommodation that actively takes measures to protect the environment and practises responsible use of resources. The criteria for selecting sustainable accommodation are designed to ensure a high level of environmental responsibility while promoting positive effects for the environment and local community. The following criteria are taken into account when selecting sustainable accommodation:

1. Basic requirement: Any accommodation we classify as sustainable must demonstrate at least one form of renewable energy use or implement significant energy efficiency measures. This forms the basis for reducing the accommodation's ecological footprint.

2. Additional criteria: In addition to the basic requirement, the accommodation must fulfil at least one of the following criteria:
  • Existence of a recognised environmental certification.
  • Verifiable waste reduction and recycling measures.
  • Active support of local communities and use of local or organic products
  • Transparent communication and reporting on sustainability efforts and performance.
3. Ideal additional criteria: SnowTrex favours accommodations that pursue long-term sustainability goals, such as climate neutrality by 2030, and have concrete plans to achieve these goals. SnowTrex also recognises initiatives that go beyond the basic requirements, such as measures to protect biodiversity or water conservation measures.

Through this careful selection, SnowTrex ensures that the hotels and resorts listed under the "sustainable accommodation" filter demonstrate a comprehensive commitment to sustainability. Our customers can therefore be sure that their choice of accommodation makes a significant contribution to environmental protection.

Why do we need sustainable hotels?

By choosing a sustainable hotel, you are contributing to a more environmentally and climate-friendly holiday. This is because the accommodation promotes environmentally friendly practices such as energy efficiency, waste minimisation and the use of renewable resources. They support local communities, protect the environment in their region and often offer healthy, local cuisine. It is also important for hotels and guests to act sustainably so that future generations can also enjoy their holidays here.

Is sustainable skiing possible?

Of course, like many other holiday activities, skiing causes a certain amount of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, it is possible to make your own ski holiday more sustainable by taking certain measures. For example, the ecological footprint can be reduced by choosing climate-friendly ski resorts, using public transport when travelling to and from the resort or staying in sustainable hotels. With small changes and conscious action, winter sports enthusiasts can also make a direct contribution to minimising their impact on the environment and enjoy a sustainable ski holiday.