While body and mind relax in the natural surroundings, the view sweeps over the Gerlitzen mountaintop, the surrounding ski slopes and the Lake Ossiach. The sun disappears behind the clouds and gives way to a starry nightscape. A fairytale-like scenario becomes reality at hotel12 at an altitude of 1750 meters - a unique art and lifestyle hotel whose name has multiple meanings.

From a Mountain Inn to a modern Work of Art:

… at the 12th road turning
… with 12 rooms and suites
… designed by 12 international artists
… named after 12 Chinese zodiac signs
… representing 12 unique spaces
… with 12 times the charm



The unique art and lifestyle hotel12, directly located on the slopes at the 12th turn of the Gerlitzen Alpine road, welcomes guests in 12 rooms and suites which have been individually designed by 12 international artists from three continents from Beijing to New York. Each room in the hotel12 tells a different story and yet all 12 rooms and suites have one thing in common: Instead of the usual room number, each door bears the symbol of one of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs – each created by the 12 artists.

Door art creations include a Rat printed on foil paper by the Austrian artist Robert Roubin and the image of a Sheep surrounded by sheep’s wool by Rupert Gredler. The Chinese artist Xie Aige designed the Cock zodiac and opted for a resin sculpture located at the door of one of the two panoramic suites. These suites come with a free-standing bath, fireplace and private balcony.

The former mountain inn thus became a contemporary work of art. The specially coated concrete floors and steel beams are reminiscent of an industrial loft and the minimalistic architecture creates a contrast to the natural and idyllic mountain environs of the hotel12. Heavy Art Deco leather armchairs, crackling fireplaces, original table lamps and fluffy fur rugs provide comfort and connect the rough architecture with a warm welcoming atmosphere.
Hotel12 offers spectacular panorama with a romantic landscape, warm and distinctive service, and a unique decor of art, design and industrial chic to stand out from other hotels in the area. From the terrace, it provides direct access to the ski slopes in winter and the opportunity to spontaneously walk and climb the Path of the Philosopher in summer as well as free usage of a private beach area on Lake Ossiach.

The kitchen of restaurant12 is simple, delicious, traditional Austro-Alpine fare from original Carinthian cheese pasta to traditional apple strudel and alpine barbeque. Local produce are used throughout and freshly baked pastries are sourced from the municipality and dairy products from our neighbouring farmers.
In addition to the 12 rooms and suites, the hotel12 maintains a beautiful new spa area including a Finnish panorama sauna, a relaxation and massage room, as well as a fresh-air balcony. In the evening you can relax your mind in the cigar and wine lounge with a glass of wine and a shisha, all while reading a good book.
Either relax on sheepskin sunbeds on the panoramic terrace or enjoy the Finnish sauna with its panoramic views, a massage to relax the muscles or indulge in a cocktail in front of the fireplace. A cross between design and craftsmanship, the stylish and cosmopolitan hotel12 stands for the maximum of life!

Almost every imaginable sport can be practiced directly at or near hotel12. From trail riding with the hotel mountain bikes to the many sporting activities that take place at the nearby lakes such as paragliding, boating and sailing, as well as performing all kinds of winter sports "in and out" of our terrace – anything is possible. After the sports activities, A wonderful dinner in the evening is best enjoyed with a bottle of H12 Grand Cuvée, followed by a H12 cigar under a clear starry sky.

The central location provides easy access within a few minutes’ drive to the surrounding mountains (Gerlitzen) and the Lakes Ossiach, Woerth and Faak. Larger cities like Feldkirchen, Villach and Klagenfurt can be reached within an one-hour drive. Hotel12 is also an ideal base for day trips to the neighbouring Italy and Slovenia, which are readily accessible by car in about 45 minutes. Even Venice, Graz, Salzburg and Ljubljana are a comfortable visit at less than two hours drive away. International Airports such as Vienna (3 hours) Munich (3 hours) Ljubljana (1,5 hours), Klagenfurt (45 min) and Salzburg (2 hours) are also within a few hours driving time.



hotel12 aims to provide perfect service

while fulfilling guests’ every wish,
just as stated in the motto
ART OF LIFE!

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