Hotel Sepp, Maria Alm: for children over 21

Is there really a place called Maria Alm? Yes! Even if it does sound a bit like you’ve discovered an isolated place with an impressive name, a pilgrimage church and an idyllic mountain and meadow panorama. And in Maria Alm there is also a Josef, although his surname is Sepp. He’s the one who’s in charge of all the excitement round here with his eponymous hotel for “children over 21”, as he calls his guests. From the Airstream on the roof to the relaxation area with trees, at the Hotel SEPP everything is stylish, eventful, pure and personal. How does the boss man himself switch off? Here are his four tips for relaxSEPPtion in this idyllic hamlet.

Stylsh: Wintery Snack

Visiting the Prinzensee lake is always a lovely idea. Especially in winter. And
it’s even better with a picnic basket – filled with regional specialities from the
hotel’s own shop. The snowy mountains, the view of the crystal-clear lake, a cosy blanket and a warm tea spiked with rum make for a truly fairy-tale experience, especially if you’re there with the right person.

Eventful: Woodland slide park

Why shouldn’t adults be allowed to let off steam in playgrounds too? Precisely!
That’s why there are rooms at the SEPP that have swings on the balcony.
And why the woodland slide park is such a great tip. Perhaps also because
the sliding fun starts right under Tom’s cabin. No, not the one from the novel,
the extravagant guesthouse run by Sepp’s brother. After a hearty meal, it’s a considerable advantage to get down the mountain, you can just take the slides.

Pur: Private Midnight Swim

t feels a bit naughty to make a pilgrimage to the infinity pool on the roof at
midnight wrapped up in a cosy bath robe with a bottle of Champagne in your hand. Don’t worry, this experience can be booked on request, but that won’t lessen the feeling of sneaking around. Quite the opposite. The experience is a forbidden pleasure!

Personal: Steinbockalm

Why do touring skiers wrap up and climb up to the Steinbock Alm? One reason is the Kaiserschmarren, or shredded pancakes, finding your one true love would be another. The latter was the case for Sepp, at least. His Maria is called Tanja and once worked there. They’re a three now. And what is their son called? Sepp, of course! After all, he’s the one they named the hotel after