Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis Ski Holidays

The après-ski scene here is sophisticated. It isn’t just about loud music and beer (though you can certainly find that); it’s about high-quality gastronomy and unique atmospheres.

• If you want the classic Austrian party on the mountain experience, Patschi I Aprés Ski Serfaus is your spot. Located right at the bottom of the Komperdell run, it’s the place where the DJ turns up the volume as the sun goes down.
• Restaurant Fauser-Stadl is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates traditional Tyrolean architecture. The interior is all ancient wood and warm lighting. It serves fantastic regional dishes like Käsespätzle (Austrian mac and cheese) alongside international favourites.
• Sometimes you just need a perfect wood-fired pizza after a day in the cold. NEBA is sleek and modern, with a fantastic sun terrace. It’s a great spot for a more relaxed, Italian-style après-ski.
• Looking for a fun departure from the usual schnitzel? Arriba is vibrant and famous for its cocktails. It’s a great place to bring a group for fajitas and margaritas in the heart of Serfaus.
• Restaurant Leithe Wirt offers the quintessential mountain-hut experience. Located near the valley station of the Königsleithebahn, it's famous for its home-smoked specialities. You can actually see the smokehouse where they prepare their own bacon and salami. A platter of their smoked meats on the sun terrace is arguably the best lunch in the Alps.

When it comes to facilities, this resort quietly flexes its muscles. The crown jewel is the Serfaus U-Bahn. Because the village is entirely car-free, this underground hover-train - famously the world’s smallest and highest of its kind - glides beneath the streets, linking the main car parks with the lift stations in just a few minutes. It runs on a simple loop with four stations, operates frequently throughout the day, and best of all, it’s completely free. No traffic, no shuttle buses, no uphill trudging in ski boots - just a smooth, slightly futuristic ride that feels oddly luxurious at 1,400-plus metres above sea level.

Then there are the ski depots at the valley stations, which genuinely change the rhythm of your holiday. Instead of clomping back to your hotel carrying skis over one shoulder and boots in hand, you can rent a secure, heated locker right by the lifts. Overnight, your boots are dried and gently warmed, so every morning you step into perfectly toasty liners rather than bracing yourself for that icy shock. It’s one of those small touches that makes a big difference - less hassle, more comfort, and far more energy saved for the slopes.

This is where the resort truly earns its five-star reputation. It doesn’t just offer a ski school; it creates entire worlds designed specifically for children. At Kinderschneealm in Serfaus, located at the Komperdell mid-station, little skiers step into a huge dedicated area filled with magic carpets, themed adventure trails, and even a children’s restaurant where the tables and chairs are perfectly sized for smaller guests. Over in Fiss, Berta’s Kinderland is widely considered one of the best learning areas in the world, complete with a charming fairy-tale village, a tubing run for extra thrills, and the ever-popular mascot, Berta the Cow, cheering them on.

And if the mountain weather decides not to cooperate, the fun doesn’t stop. The PlayIN Serfaus indoor playground at the valley station is a total game-changer, with giant climbing walls, laser rooms, and enough high-energy distractions to keep children happily occupied for hours. It’s the kind of backup plan parents dream about - because a great family ski holiday should work just as well off the slopes as it does on them.