Hotel Jakobwirt

  • SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental Area, Austria, Westendorf

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Hotel Jakobwirt Westendorf Exterior
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Hotel Jakobwirt Westendorf Double Room
Austrian Twin Deluxe Room
Hotel Jakobwirt Westendorf Double Room 1
Austrian Twin Luxe Room
Hotel Jakobwirt Westendorf Double Room Bathroom
Austrian Twin Bathroom
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Centrally situated in Westendorf, the Hotel Jakobwirt is full of character and charm. The hotel has been fully renovated for this winter season and has a reputation for excellent food and service. 

Charming adults-only hotel

The Hotel Jakobwirt has a long history in Westendorf and has been around for 400 years. This adults-only hotel offers the perfect combination of traditional Austrian charm with contemporary luxury. 

The hotel has a reputation for great food and hospitality and is the perfect place to explore the magnificent SkiWelt ski area.

Bedrooms are cosy and comfy, designed in modern alpine style. The dining room has been renovated with a fresh alpine look.

Central location

The Hotel Jakobwirt has a great location right in the centre of Westendorf, so you can easily explore the charming cafés and lunch spots the resort has to offer. 

The Schneeberg chairlift and Sammer lift are within easy reach, just 300 metres from the hotel doorstep. From here you can ski down a cruisy blue to the Alpenrosenbahn gondola for access to the full SkiWelt area.

New wellness facilities

The newly renovated spa is the perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes. There is an indoor pool, steam room and traditional Finnish sauna to unwind in.

Bar & café

Enjoy coffee and cake at the hotel's Jakobwirt Café, or soak in the sun on the terrace.

Full of character and charm is the hotel's lively cellar bar. You can enjoy a carefully curated cocktail or a local speciality drink.

The hotel prides itself on giving guests the ultimate in rest and relaxation during their stay and does not accept children under 15.

Added value

Free Night Available (Departures 4th Jan - 22 Mar 2025)

Discounted Departures (21 Dec & 28 December 2025)

Westendorf

  • Resort altitude: 783 m
  • 270 km of skiing in the SkiWelt region
  • 114 km Blue, 120 km Red, 10 km Black runs, 26 km Ski routes
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach from Salzburg airport and Innsbruck airport

Known for being a quiet and attractive resort, Westendorf actually enjoys access to two vast ski areas – SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental area and Kitzbühel. Situated on an open plateau in the wide Brixen valley, this small pretty Tyrolean village is the perfect family friendly resort.

Skiing and snowboarding in Westendorf

With the nursery slopes directly beside the village centre and an excellent children’s programme provided by the ski school, Westendorf is perfect for those just finding their ski legs.

On the tree-lined runs above the village, the resort also has some unexpectedly challenging slopes to get your teeth into. A gondola links Westendorf with Brixen and the rest of the slopes of the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental area (a total of nine resorts) with a huge variety of skiing for both intermediate and advanced skiers.

Access to the Kitzbühel ski area, with a further 234km of pistes, is via the Ki-West gondola (Super Ski Card required for this).

Where to stay in Westendorf

We offer a range of hotels in Westendorf, all with easy access to the slopes. Whether you're looking for a traditional Austrian hotel, or for some luxury off the slopes, we've got you covered.

What's included in an Inghams Ski holiday to Westendorf

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, chalet catering, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 270 km
Runs 114 120 10
Longest run 7 Km
Snowparks

3 snowparks (1 in Westendorf, 1 in Söll & 1 in Ellmau). 
Lifts Drag lifts 39, Chairlifts 35, Cablecars 0
Slope direction N,E,S,W
Ski/resort bus False
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 54
  • No. of floors: 4
  • Official rating: 4

Local Fees and Taxes

Resort fees of €3.50 per person per night to be paid directly to the hotel.

Rooms

Austrian Twin Luxe Rooms are 20-24m² and have a shower. 

Austrian Twin Deluxe Rooms are 20-24m² and have a balcony. They have a shower. 

Bedroom Facilities

  • Smart TV
  • Minibar
  • Cosmetic mirror
  • Safe
  • Hiring robe & slippers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer

The hotel prides itself on giving guests the ultimate in rest and relaxation during their stay and does not accept children under 15.

  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Access ramp: No
Lift Passes

Lift Passes

Lift Passes Days Season

Adult

Born before 2006 

Youth

2006 - 2008

Child

2009 - 2018
Area Pass 6 Low £304 £229 £153
High £338 £254 £170

SkiWelt Area Pass covers Ellmau, Scheffau, Brixen, Söll & Westendorf

Low season - 01 Nov - 20 Dec 24 & 15 Mar - 30 Apr 25

High season - 21 Dec 24 - 14 Mar 25

Free child lift pass for children born in or after 2019 . Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices. Proof of age may be required.

You can upgrade to a super ski card in resort to access the world's biggest ski pass area (paid locally). You'll have access to 2,750km, 900 cable cars, 3 glaciers and 22 ski regions including the Ski Amade, Ski Juwel, Skicircus, Kitzski & the Zell am See area and many more.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.  

 

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment (6 days)

Please see here for a description of hire categories. 

6 days Category

Adult

Youth

12 - 14 years

Child

5 - 11 years
Skis Blue £97 - -
Red £121 - -
Black £146 - -
Skis & boots Blue £71 - -
Red £89 £58 £43
Black £119 - -
Snowboard Red £89 - -
Snowboard & boots Red £121 £59 £43

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Tuition Days Times Adult Child
(4-14yrs)
Ski 3/5 10am-12pm
& 1.30pm-3.30pm		 £202/£231 £202/£231

Ski school might be closed on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.  

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner = never skied before
  • Level 1 = advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 = low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 = Good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced = Fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Longitude: 12.213781
Latitude: 47.432358

  • 300 metres from the Schneeberg chairlift and Sammer lift where you can then ski down to the Alpenrosenbahn gondola for access to the full SkiWelt area
  • Located in the centre of Westendorf
  • Ski bus stops 100 metres outside the hotel
Facilities

Wellness Facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Traditional Finnish sauna
  • Steam room

Additional Facilities

  • Lounge with open fireplace
  • Daily music from 21st December - 2nd January
  • Café
  • Celler Bar
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lift
Meals

Breakfast is an extensive buffet offering a large selection of fresh, regional products. The buffet is open daily from 7:30am to 10am.

Dinner is a three course evening meal with choice of main dish.

Christmas and New Year gala dinners included.

Smart dress required at dinner.

  • No of restaurants: 1

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

Special diets (vegan, gluten free, dairy free) are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Transfers

Flights depart Saturdays to Salzburg or Innsbruck.

Transfer time

  • Salzburg airport: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach
  • Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available.

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22/03/2025 - 7 nights
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Hotel Jakobwirt
SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental Area, Westendorf
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