Ramsau im Zillertal, Tirol, Austria
A design-led GreenHotel on a sunny Zillertal hillside above Mayrhofen, with geothermal energy, a rooftop pool, guided alpine adventures and Chef Christian Hotter's coolinary kitchen.
Green facades thick with alpine herbs wrap Coolnest's exterior. The heated rooftop pool looks straight across to the Zillertal peaks above Mayrhofen. Rooms are called nests. The restaurant is coolinary. The spa is the wellnest. Even the language tells you this place was built around a single idea, not assembled from parts.
Sustainability is not an add-on here. Geothermal probes supply over half the energy. Glass bottles replace plastic. Zillertal farmers deliver eggs, bread and vegetables directly. Free e-scooters sit at the door from May to October, connecting guests to Mayrhofen and Zell am Ziller without a car. A weekly programme stitches it together: sunrise hikes with Nili, sound healing with Nicole, yogilates with Joyce. Coolnest calls it modern lifestyle in the mountains. It feels like a small community built on conscious togetherness.
A guided weekly programme runs through every stay. Nili leads the sunrise hike at 04:00, returning by 08:30 with views over the entire valley. The e-bike tour to Grune Wand Hutte takes half a day. Hikes reach Keilkeller waterfall and the summit of Gerlosstein. Bike & Hike Sonnalm combines both in one outing.
Forest bathing in the Glocke nature park slows the pace. The Hippach Herb Garden walk focuses on alpine plants and local knowledge. Inside, the YogiNest hosts breathwork with Stefan, restorative yoga with Delfi, and Qi Gong sessions. Sound healing with Nicole and incense meditation with Dani fill the evening schedule. Free e-scooters reach Mayrhofen and Zell am Ziller from May to October. NOX Cycles e-mountain bikes rent at a reduced rate.
Explore additional experiences in the surrounding area.
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Route length: 52.7km loopEstimated time: 11.5hLoop routeMayrhofen Hippach, also known as Ski Zillertal 3000, is designated for winter sports landuse. It is operated by Mayerhofner Bergbahnen and offers winter sports experiences.
Route length: 56.3km loopEstimated time: 12.5hLoop routeZillertal Arena is a landuse area dedicated to winter sports. It is recognized as a winter sports venue and has an official website for visitors.
Route length: 22.9km loopEstimated time: 5hLoop routeHintertuxer Gletscher is a winter sports area classified as landuse=winter_sports. It serves as a skiing and snow sports destination in the region.
Area sceneryRoute length: 1.1km linearDifficulty: HardLinear routeHarakiri is an advanced downhill ski piste known for its difficulty. It is recognized on Wikipedia and Wikidata, indicating notable status among ski slopes.
Area sceneryRoute length: 1.1km loopEstimated time: 15minLoop routeFreizeitpark Zell is a park. It has a dedicated website and is managed by Freizeitpark Zell GesmbH, indicating an organized leisure facility.
Route length: 2.5km loopDifficulty: EasyLoop routeAuenloipe is a 2.5 km easy Nordic skiing piste groomed for classic and skating techniques. It is a roundtrip route available without fees to nordic skiing enthusiasts.
Route length: 1.6km linearEstimated time: 21minDifficulty: MediumLinear routeThe path 7A is designated for mountain hiking and does not allow bicycles. It is a footpath rated for mountain hiking scale, ensuring a more challenging terrain.
Straight-line distance from hotel: 13 km directHochgebirgs-Naturpark Zillertaler Alpen is a protected nature reserve known also as Zillertaler und Tuxer Hauptkamm. It is classified as a Ruhegebiet and Naturpark, indicating a quiet natural park set aside for protection and enjoyment of alpine nature.
Route length: 2.5km linearEstimated time: 11minDifficulty: HardLinear routeIss-Flow 1-3 Singletrail is a designated cycleway with a downward incline and ground surface. It is specifically designed for mountain biking with a difficulty scale of 2 and has very bad smoothness.
Route length: 3.2km linearEstimated time: 15minDifficulty: EasyLinear routeLoasweg is an accessible gravel service road with a bad smoothness rating and a track grade of 2. It permits bicycle traffic and motor vehicles, making it suitable for mountain biking and hiking.
Tweets Rooftop Restaurant sits at the top of the building, open to the Zillertal panorama. Chef Christian Hotter leads the kitchen. His approach is what Coolnest calls coolinary, a word that captures the style: Tyrolean roots, creative technique, regional sourcing.
Eggs, farmhouse bread, fruit and vegetables arrive from Zillertal farms. Herbs come from the hotel's own garden. Drinks are served in glass bottles. Mornings start with a local breakfast buffet. Afternoons bring a snack service. The TOGETHER Dining evenings pair a multi-course meal with DJ Andy on the turntables, priced at 65 euros per person. It is social dining with a point of view.
The wellnest spreads across multiple levels. Panorama saunas face the mountain ridge. An alpine herb steam bath fills the air with local botanicals. The heated rooftop pool opens at 07:00 daily, and a separate adults-only relax pool runs until 21:00. Ladies Only sauna sessions hold space on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
The Beauty Nest handles bodywork. Treatments range from a 25-minute foot reflex massage to a 75-minute hot stone session and the traditional Lomi Lomi Nui. The Zwitscherstube lounge serves as the post-sauna refreshment area. Upstairs, the Panorama Nest offers quiet recline with valley views. The YogiNest hosts daily sessions, from restorative yoga with Delfi to sound healing with Nicole. All wellnest facilities are included in every stay.
Coolnest calls itself a GreenHotel, and the label runs deeper than marketing. The founding philosophy is direct: acting sustainably means acting as if we were on this earth to stay forever. Energy, food, mobility and materials all follow this line.
Geothermal probes supply more than half the hotel's energy, cutting CO2 by 115 tonnes per year. A photovoltaic system adds solar power on top. Drinks come in glass bottles. Vegan organic cosmetics fill refillable containers in every nest. Zillertal farmers deliver produce directly. Green facades and planted roofs grow alpine herbs and native flowers. Free e-scooters replace car trips from May to October, and e-charging stations serve guests who drive electric. A free Travel Green Package rewards arrivals by public transport.
Coolnest offers 7 accommodation types.
cool nest
Maximum comfort on 31 square metres to enjoy alone or together with a partner.
eco nest
Cool comfort for one or two guests with balcony, located close to the stairway beside the breakfast area.
Corner Nest
Luxurious 30 to 36 square metre corner room with open bathroom, large terrace and panoramic views.
Garden Nest
Spacious 40–56 square metre nest accommodating up to 4 guests with own garden access.
Cosy Nest
Spacious 36 square metre nest for two, focused on cosy togetherness and high-level relaxation.
Sweet Nest
30 square metre nest ideal for solo travellers or couples.
Cuddle Nest
Generous 42–46 square metre nest accommodating up to three guests, designed for cosy family or group stays.
Book a nest on the sunny side of the Zillertal. Geothermal warmth, rooftop views and guided alpine days start here.
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