The Edelweiss Arlberg Boutique Hostel, Pettneu

The Edelweiss Arlberg Boutique Hostel is a good, budget-friendly option for anyone wanting to explore the area around Pettneu and St. Anton.

The Location

The hostel is located in the quiet town of Pettneu Am Arlberg close to the busy St. Anton ski area. The accommodation offers easy access to the ski hills -- the free ski bus departure point is just a hundred meters away from the hostel. If arriving by public transport, St. Anton train station is just a quick bus trip away, with trains taking you to Switzerland, Germany, and other parts of Austria. Post bus services also give access to the local towns nearby. Parking is available onsite for guests arriving by car. Pettneu Am Arlberg has a small supermarket and a few restaurants and bars. With St. Anton nearby, you also have many great options, including the famous St. Anton nightlife that is easily accessed with the night bus -- just make sure you check the timetable first.

Rooms and Bathrooms

Edelweiss Arlberg Boutique Hostel has both dormitory and private rooms available. Two dorm rooms are available with four and eight beds and are ideal for solo travelers. Each dorm has its own shared bathroom with toilet and shower. Private rooms come in a range of different sizes to suit everyone. Simple twin rooms come with shared bathrooms and an in-room sink. Doubles and triples offer a bit more luxury with en suite bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. A three-bedroom apartment is also available for larger groups and families who need a little bit more space. Bathrooms are simple but clean -- be sure you check out the bathroom near reception.

Common Spaces

The hostel has typical ski-lodge vibes and offers a restaurant and bar downstairs in the evening and a cafe upstairs in reception during the day. The restaurant offers half-board menu options, so you can eat both breakfast and dinner at the hostel for an extra charge. Otherwise the bar is often the place to chill out after a long day hitting the slopes. If you are looking for a good coffee and somewhere quiet to relax, then the cafe is a good place to start. The vibe of the hostel depends on the guests staying, but it's a very relaxing, homey atmosphere that's perfect for the mountains.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel and a drying room is provided for all your snow-covered gear in winter, but they also offer free storage at St. Anton, so you don't have to lug your skis back to the hostel.

Summary

Overall, this is a great option for anyone who wants the homey feel of a family-run ski lodge that is close to the bustling resort of St. Anton.