MONDSCHEIN
since 1739
Stuben am Arlberg
TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION
Exceptional accommodations at Alrberg
MONDSCHEIN HOTEL
since 1739
DECEMBER – APRIL
- Modern pine wood rooms
- A la carte Restaurant
- Gourmet Restaurant
- Fondue-Stube
- Sun terrace
- Mondschein Bar / Club
- 3 minutes walk to the lift
- Klima:aktiv GOLD Standard
- free entry to the Mondschein Club
MONDSCHEIN CHALET
WELLNESS SUITES
ALL YEAR ROUND (365 DAYS)
- Ski-In / Ski-Out
- Dream location on the hillside
- Private wellness suites with sauna and open fireplace
- Suites with whirlpool (terrace)
- Pajama breakfast as room service in your room
- Free entry to the Mondschein Club
MONDSCHEIN BY THE LIFT
SKI-LODGE
DECEMBER - APRIL
- Ski-In / Ski-Out
- Located directly at the ski lift (Albona 1 valley station)
- room including breakfast
- evening menu at Mondschein Hotel
- Use of the wellness area in the Mondschein Hotel
- Free entry to the Mondschein Club
KALTENBERGHÜTTE (DAV)
ALBONA 2,089m
JULY - SEPTEMBER
- German Alpine Association, Reutlingen Section
- At the intersection of Arlberg, Verwall, Klostertal
- Verwallrunde
- Arlberg Trail (Lech, St. Anton, Stuben)
- Daily mountain breakfast
- Suitable for seminars (own room with technology)
GREEN LIVING
Green Living isn’t just a buzzword for us;
but a way of life driven by our core values.
Mondschein's contribution
ONLY 9.13 KG CO2 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
If you book and stay at the Hotel Mondschein, you will only produce 9.13 kg of CO2 per person per night. 4-star hotels in Austria produce 41.5 kg of CO2 as standard.
ENERGY MONITORING OF THE FH VORARLBERG
The focus was on the exploration and evaluation of the potential of various renewable energy sources – namely
klima:aktiv GOLD BUILDING STANDARD
The climate-active building standard of the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) is Europe's most successful and at the same time most demanding seal of quality for sustainable construction, because it defines the strictest requirements in the area of energy efficiency in international comparison.
We let the world participate
MONDSCHEIN'S INNOVATIVE INVENTION
According to the Patent Act, a patent under number 516012 has been granted for the invention described in the cited patent specification.
PUBLICATIONS
"THE FUTURE OF THE HOTEL INDUSTRY IS GREEN":
EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF INNOVATIVE ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Mondschein talks about experiences in the field of innovative energy efficiency:
Always sustainable since 1739
SUSTAINABILITY IN THE GENES
Sustainability was at the beginning of our history over 280 years ago. Today, we are still committed to sustainability in all areas.
WE SUPPORT INNOVATIVE PROJECTS
The Mondschein is a long-standing member of the Climate Neutrality Alliance 2025 and compensates for CO2 emissions by supporting the myclimate climate protection project Nepal, which generates organic fertilizer from mountains of waste.
MOONLIGHT IN THE HARDNESS TEST
JOANNEUM RESEARCH
Awards in the field
Environment and Innovation
At our hotel, we understand that we, along with the entire hospitality industry, thrive within our pristine environment. It is our responsibility to consider how we can enhance this ecological balance for future generations. However, sacrificing comfort is not an option.
Our journey of development has come a long way, overcoming many challenges along the way. These experiences have inspired innovative solutions in our hotel, such as the 'powerless minibar' and 'green socket,' which have become essential features. Additionally, our electric charging station is among the first in Vorarlberg, showcasing our commitment to sustainability.
The charming Hotel Mondschein has received several awards:
- 2011 model renovation best-practice renovation
- 2013 Austrian Ecolabel
- 2013 European Ecolabel - EU Ecolabel
- 2013 klima:aktiv Gold for sustainability in climate and environmental protection
- 2014 Austrian main prize for "Innovation of the Year" - "Innovatio*- Award"
- 2014 Award for "Employer Branding"
- 2015 Nominated for the Sterne Award “Value Creation and Appreciation through Sustainability”
- 2019 Finalist in the Alpine-wide ClimaHost – Climate Protection Competition (participation of 5 countries)
- 2019 Umweltgütesiegel Kaltenberghütte
- 2020 Luxury Ecogreen Hotel Award Westeuropa
- 2020 World Green Ski Hotel
- 2022 Winner of the Austrian Integration Prize for innovative innovation projects in Austria
- 2023 Silver Medal Frankfurt Book Fair / Category Education and Management
The Gastronomic Academy of Germany eV is an idealistic and independent association based in Frankfurt am Main and sees itself as the competent body for:
- Culture and History of Gastronomy
- Culinary arts
- Table culture
- Hotel culture
- Subject-related science and education
Mondschein's Story
A house with tradition and history
The story of today’s Hotel Mondschein dates back to 1520, when the original structure was devastated by a catastrophic fire in the village of Stuben. Remarkably, it was rebuilt just five years later, in 1525. The building first appeared in historical records in 1739 as the "Gasthaus zum Mondschein," marking the beginning of its rich legacy.
In 1895, Gebhard Walch acquired the 'Mondschein,' establishing a cherished family tradition. His successor, Emil Walch, not only continued the inn's legacy but also played a pivotal role as a co-founder of the groundbreaking Albona Railway. From 1967 to 2005, Werner Walch managed the hotel, after which it was sold to Markus Kegele, who has been the proud host ever since.
Hotel Mondschein boasts a rich tradition as a premier ski hotel. Willi Walch proudly brought home the first medals from the World Ski Championships, competing in Chamonix and Zakopane. Over the years, the hotel has welcomed and earned the admiration of numerous ski pioneers and legends, including local hero Hannes Schneider, Luis Trenker, and snowboard icons Terry Kidwell, Chuck Barfoot, Shawn Farmer, and Mike Jacoby. They all cherished the warmth of the Mondschein, along with its exceptional cuisine and well-stocked wine cellar.
Life in the high mountains was marked by deprivation and poverty until the dawn of the tourism era. It wasn't until around 1880, with the emergence of the mountains as a promising 'summer resort,' that significant changes began to take place. However, the real boom came with the rise of skiing, which rapidly evolved into a beloved sport.
The overall development of the Arlberg illustrates that we are on the right path. Today, it stands as one of the most renowned and sought-after ski destinations in the world. The skiing techniques pioneered by Hannes Schneider continue to be embraced and cherished by skiers globally.
Immerse yourself in the history, tradition, and modern comfort of Hotel Mondschein—your ideal home in the mountains, whether in winter or summer.
Testimonial K2
In 2005, K2 paved the way for rocker technology with the Shane McConkey-inspired Pontoon. In the years that followed, the company continued to refine the various rocker types and today every ski in the K2 collection has one of five rocker types that are grouped together under the umbrella term Baseline® technology. Every year, the K2 development team travels across the ski areas to test new prototypes and designs. Not only the snow conditions and slopes are important, but also the physical well-being and the opportunity to discuss the results on the mountain in detail in an appropriate atmosphere after a strenuous day, even if it goes on until late in the evening. The Hotel Mondschein was and is an important part of K2 development, as one or two groundbreaking ideas have been developed in Stuben, which is not only due to the great slope conditions, but also to the excellent service and the extremely friendly atmosphere of Markus Kegele and his team.
Peter Cuba
K2 Europe
