Eder By Design

THE EDER COLLECTION

If any a family were to have hotel management in their blood, it would be the Schwaigers from Maria Alm, south of Salzburg. We are greeted in their modern hotels by a relaxed atmosphere and a distinctly chilled vibe, which makes the Eder establishments the perfect holiday accommodation – all the ski, none of the chi-chi.

POSITIVE VIBES

The Eder Collection: it is under this title that the creative Schwaiger family brings us six uniquely laid-back holiday destinations in Maria Alm: the Eder lifestyle hotel on Dorfplatz, the on-trend, adults-only SEPP boutique hotel, the crazy house and family hotel TaNte FriDa, the extraordinary Maria & Josef Consepp Store, the somewhat alternative tom Almhutte up the Hochkonig mountain, where we are welcomed by charming host and pug Choupette, and the Eder Apartments, with their natural pond in a peaceful spot on the outskirts of town. There’s something for everyone in this collection, no matter what you’re looking for, even if you are looking for a stylish alternative instead of longhaul travelling to the Maldives or the Caribbean. So why not spend your holiday with the Schwaigers in Maria Alm – winter adrenaline junkies will enjoy the direct access to the Hochkonig resort and with it an incredible 760 kilometres of pistes, 270 lifts and 260 eateries. Simply get yourself settled in the Hotel Eder, head out the door and jump in the cable car. We start the day early with the legendary Konigstour ski circuit, which keeps our eyes happy all day. But before we relax in the wellness area of the hotel with its pool, steam room and sauna, we enjoy a sundowner at the tom Almhutte, which also belongs to the Schwaiger family. Here we encounter Choupette the pug, not

only in the flesh but also in the decor – a witty concept that will bring a smile to everyone’s face, whether you’re a dog lover or not.

If you’re looking for individuality with a touch of elegance in your winter holiday, look no further than the Schwaiger family’s SEPP boutique hotel, a real dream offering. “Luxury with a twist“ is the order of the day here, and just like in all of the hotels in the Eder Collection, it is characterised by a laid-back atmosphere that we should all embrace a little more in every - day life. Guests over 21 make friends quickly in this convivial, adults-only setting, but can also easily whisk themselves away at any time. Probably the best place to escape to is right at the top of the Hotel SEPP, where the Airstream relax lounge reigns supreme on the rooftop amidst an outdoor oasis with a spectacular infinity pool and chillout area. Or you can take yourself back off to your room, because an unconventional yet relaxed atmosphere prevails even here – the comfortable, luxury rooms boast panoramic windows, swings on the balconies, freestanding baths and so much more. And before you leave to go home, you just need to get an original souvenir from Maria & Josef, the new village shop – or as the Schwaigers call it, the new “conSEPP” store in the heart of Maria Alm. We’re happy to defer our long-haul winter holiday and place our trust in the Schwaigers to make sure we have an unforgettable break.