# BALMA | Rewriting Alpine Heritage, Full Information

> Boutique Hotel & Restaurant in Zug am Arlberg, Lech, Austria

## Hotel Overview

BALMA is a boutique hotel and restaurant located in Zug am Arlberg, a village within the municipality of Lech, in the Ski Arlberg region of Vorarlberg, Austria. The hotel offers 6 luxury suites, an alpine restaurant, and direct ski-in/ski-out access to the Ski Arlberg area, the largest interconnected ski area in Austria with 305 km of slopes.

BALMA combines raw alpine heritage with refined hospitality. The design philosophy pairs natural materials (stone, linen, wood) with contemporary comfort. The hotel caters to discerning travelers seeking an intimate alpine experience away from large resort complexes.

## Location

- **Address**: Zug 344, 6764 Lech am Arlberg, Vorarlberg, Austria
- **Village**: Zug am Arlberg (part of Lech municipality)
- **Region**: Ski Arlberg, Vorarlberg, Austrian Alps
- **Coordinates**: 47.2097°N, 10.1417°E
- **Altitude**: approximately 1,510 m above sea level
- **Distance to Lech center**: approximately 2 km
- **Distance to Zuger Bergbahn lift station**: 2-minute walk
- **Nearest airports**: Innsbruck (approx. 100 km / 1.5 hours), Zurich (approx. 200 km / 2.5 hours), Friedrichshafen (approx. 120 km / 1.5 hours)
- **Ski area access**: Direct ski-in/ski-out to Ski Arlberg (305 km of slopes)

## Suites

BALMA offers 6 individually designed luxury suites:

### Suite N°1: Alpine Luxury Oasis for Two
- Size: 60 m²
- Capacity: 2 guests
- Features: South balcony, east terrace, wine cooler, fireplace, Finnish sauna
- Views: Madloch, Omesberg, Rufikopf panorama

### Suite N°2: Pure Luxury for Two
- Size: 54 m²
- Capacity: 2 guests
- Features: 10 m² south balcony, wine cooler, electric fireplace, Finnish sauna
- Views: Madloch and Omesberg

### Suite N°3: Luxury Apartment for Four
- Size: 87 m² interior + 65 m² exterior
- Capacity: 4 guests
- Features: South and west views, terrace into Zugertal, Finnish sauna
- Style: Alpine meets modern

### Suite N°4: Penthouse Paradise for Four
- Size: 112 m²
- Capacity: 4 guests
- Features: Private elevator, south terrace, east and west loggia, steam sauna, whirlpool tub
- Location: Attic level

### Suite N°5: Duplex Suite for Six
- Size: 149 m²
- Capacity: 6 guests
- Features: Two floors, private garden, whirlpool, Finnish sauna, mountain views

### Suite N°6: Exclusive Penthouse for Eight
- Size: 300 m²
- Capacity: 8 guests
- Features: Four bedrooms, home cinema, wood fireplace, private sauna, panoramic mountain views
- Status: Available on request

## Restaurant

BALMA Restaurant serves contemporary alpine cuisine with a focus on regional ingredients and Italian influences. The restaurant features:

- **Cuisine**: Alpine, Austrian, Contemporary, Italian-inspired
- **Specialties**: Wood-oven pizza (min. 72-hour dough fermentation), fresh pasta, regional fish, organic beef
- **Winter season kitchen hours**: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Monday to Saturday
- **Summer season**: open 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, kitchen until 10:00 PM, Monday to Saturday
- **Closed**: Sunday
- **Coperto (table charge)**: Fresh homemade bread with spreads and salted butter
- **Menu**: Tapas, starters, salads, soups, main courses, pasta, pizza, desserts, kids menu

### Key Suppliers
- Fisch & Feinkost Andreas Mittermayr (Mittel-Zug, Lech): High-altitude fish
- Bio Rinderhof Kaufmann (Hinter-Zug): Organic beef
- Pilz Lenz (Wolfurt, Vorarlberg): Fresh mushrooms and truffles
- Kaffeeroesterei Alps Coffee (Partschins, Italy): Roasted coffee

## Amenities

- Ski-in/ski-out access to Ski Arlberg
- Private sauna in every suite
- Fireplace (real or electric) in suites
- Wine cooler in select suites
- Underground parking (complimentary)
- EV charging stations
- Concierge service
- Ski room with equipment service
- Restaurant and bar
- Private dining available
- Private transfer on request
- Dogs welcome

## Seasonal Information

### Winter Season (November to April)
- Direct ski-in/ski-out access
- 305 km of interconnected ski slopes (Ski Arlberg)
- Cross-country skiing
- Winter hiking
- The White Ring ski circuit (22 km, 5,500 m elevation)

### Summer Season (May to October)
- Alpine hiking (extensive trail network)
- Mountain biking
- Alpine flora exploration (1,116 plant species)
- Mountain hut gastronomy
- Golf

## Check-in / Check-out

- Check-in: from 3:00 PM
- Check-out: until 11:00 AM
- Early check-in or late check-out available upon request

## Price Range

- Hotel category: Luxury (€€€€)
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- Suite prices vary by season and room type

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## Contact

- **Phone**: +43 5583 2757
- **Email**: hello@balma.at
- **Website**: https://balma.at
- **Instagram**: https://instagram.com/balma.lech
- **Reservations**: hello@balma.at or +43 5583 2757

## Languages

Website available in 8 locales:
- German (de), default
- English US (en-us)
- English UK (en-gb)
- English EU (en-eu)
- Arabic, served under the historic path prefix en-ae, with lang="ar-AE" and right-to-left text direction
- Spanish (es)
- French (fr)
- Russian (ru)

Staff speaks German, English, and additional languages upon request.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Where is Hotel BALMA located?**
BALMA is located in Zug am Arlberg, a village within the municipality of Lech, in the Ski Arlberg region of Vorarlberg, Austria. The address is Zug 344, 6764 Lech am Arlberg.

**How far is BALMA from the ski slopes?**
BALMA offers direct ski-in/ski-out access. The Zuger Bergbahn lift station is a 2-minute walk from the hotel, providing direct access to the 305 km Ski Arlberg network.

**Does BALMA have a restaurant?**
Yes, BALMA Restaurant serves contemporary alpine cuisine with Italian influences. In the winter season the kitchen is open Monday to Saturday from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM. In the summer season the restaurant is open from 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM with the kitchen serving until 10:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. Sunday is a rest day. Specialties include wood-oven pizza with 72-hour fermented dough, fresh pasta, and regional ingredients.

**What types of suites does BALMA offer?**
BALMA offers 6 individually designed suites ranging from 54 m² to 300 m², accommodating 2 to 8 guests. All suites feature a private sauna, mountain views, and premium amenities. The largest is the 300 m² Exclusive Penthouse with four bedrooms and a home cinema.

**Is BALMA suitable for families?**
BALMA accommodates families in its larger suites (N°3 to N°6), which host 4 to 8 guests. The restaurant offers a kids menu. The intimate size of the hotel (6 suites) provides a quiet, personal atmosphere.

**How do I get to Lech am Arlberg?**
Lech am Arlberg is accessible by car from Innsbruck (approx. 1.5 hours), Zurich (approx. 2.5 hours), or Friedrichshafen (approx. 1.5 hours). BALMA can arrange private transfers upon request. The nearest train station is in Langen am Arlberg, with bus connections to Lech and Zug.

**Are dogs allowed at BALMA?**
Yes, dogs are welcome at BALMA.

**Is parking available?**
Yes, BALMA offers complimentary underground parking for all guests. EV charging stations are also available.