Stanglwirt in Tyrol: Unique hotel icon among Europe's best!
Find out why the luxury resort Stanglwirt in Tyrol is one of the best hotels in Europe in 2026 and what unique experiences it offers.

Stanglwirt in Tyrol: Unique hotel icon among Europe's best!
In exciting news from the world of luxury hospitality, renowned Austrian resort Stanglwirt has landed a spot on Fodor’s Travel’s coveted Best Hotels in Europe 2026 list. The annual ranking is considered an outstanding highlight in the industry and honors hotels that impress with their fantastic design, unique architecture and thoughtful details. The Stanglwirt has more than established itself in this category and is now one of the most exclusive hotels on the continent. As oe24.at reports, the hotel in the picturesque Austrian Alps originally comes from a 400-year-old tradition as an organic farm and inn.
With a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity, the hotel not only delights its guests, but has also welcomed numerous celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Alba and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The rooms are designed in the typical Tyrolean style, equipped with warm wood and cozy fireplaces that create a homely ambience. A highlight of the Stanglwirt is the gigantic wellness area, which extends over more than 7,000 square meters and offers exclusive spas and saunas.
A high in the ranking
In addition to the Stanglwirt, the list of the best hotels includes other first-class hotels from all over Europe, including:
- Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg, Deutschland
- Argos in Cappadocia, Türkei
- Bulgari Hotel Rome, Italien
- FORESTIS, Italien
- Grand Hotel Des Bains Kempinski, Schweiz
- Grand Hotel Son Net, Spanien
- Hôtel Le Grand Mazarin, Frankreich
- Hotel Sanders, Dänemark
- Hotel Santa Caterina, Italien
- Kempinski Palace Engelberg, Schweiz
- Maçakızı Bodrum, Türkei
- The Mayfair Townhouse, Großbritannien
- The Newt in Somerset, Großbritannien
- The Palace, Spanien
- PASSALACQUA, Italien
- Pensione America, Italien
- Stanglwirt, Österreich
- The Tempus, Großbritannien
These hotels offer a unique experience and are characterized by high quality. The award shows once again that tourism in Austria not only impresses with nature and culture, but also offers excellent accommodation options that set international standards.
A view over the coastline
Whether in the quiet idyll of the Alpine landscape or on the lively coast - exchanging experiences and discovering new destinations are the key to unforgettable holidays and getting to know other ways of life. It is important for travelers to be prepared even in storm situations and to rely on travel insurance in order to be able to enjoy themselves in a relaxed manner.