Hotel Gasthof Krone

We enjoyed our stay at the Hotel Krone very much and definitely plan to come back. The staff was very friendly, warm and welcoming. The food was excellent, great variety, local dishes. The rooms comfortable and cozy.

We wanted to stay near Bregenz / Lindau area. Didn't want to stay right in the city, but more in the outskirts to enjoy the region. Man this hotel is a gem. Seems this whole area is uncharted for most Americans. Everyone says maybe 5%. The hotel is Gastof Krone in Hittisau. The village itself is super small, you certainly will have to want to be out in the country. There's actually a lot to do in such a small area. Behind the hotel is a nice hike to a gorge. We took a day trip (only 1/2 hour away) to one of the most amazing ski lifts! It's called Berbahnen in a small town called Andelsbuch. We've been on many ski lifts over the years. This one has to be the longest ride in the world, on one of the old style chairs (not enclosed cabin). They have that for an option but seems crazy when you can be out in the open. I think this ride was about an hour. Up top is a nice hike around the top of the mountain - only 30 minutes, with 2 great restaurants. Another great restaurant in the area we found (you'll never know it's there as it is in a hotel - Lowen) the town is called Egg. The restaurant is KaseStrasse Bregenserwald. Bregenzerwald seems like the area. They also have tandem paragliding. Have to do that next time, as I think you have to take a short course the day prior. Hiking trails all over the place. Biking also. Oh getting back the Hotel; unbelievable, genuine, friendly customer service. The restaurant was the most amazing find of all. We had no idea. The breakfast and dinner are included, but that's about all they tell you. Man you're in for a 4-5 star restaurant. Impeccable service, delicious dinners. You can eat on the balcony and listen to the church bells during dinner. They even have a small spa with sauna. Got a massage. Ha massages in Europe is another story. Can never find a good one, always very foo foo and too soft, but they brought a woman in that could do deep tissue. We only had one day left and had to choose between Bregenz and Lindau. We took a poll and Lindau came out on top. Man what a great town. We were there on a Saturday, and seems parking is a challenge, so we just followed the signs to P1 or P2 for parking. Took the shuttle - breeze.