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Things to See and Do
- in and around Mt Hotham
Sparkling Sunset Tours
Watch the sun set over Hotham from the best seats in the house on this tour. Guests are taken to the top of the Summit, in a heated enclosed cabin atop one of our snow groomers. They are served local sparkling wine and gourmet nibbles while watching the sun set over the breathtaking views of the Victorian Alps.
Grooming Tours
Climb aboard a heated Kassbohrer and watch our grooming gurus in action. Get a whole new view on the resort while you discover the science behind achieving perfectly groomed corduroy slopes.
Heli-Link
Take a scenic flight in the Hotham chopper or book a return flight to Falls Creek and get a bird’s eye view of the High Plains. Enjoy skiing or boarding at two mountains on the one lift pass, on the same day.
Night Skiing
Night Skiing at Hotham is conducted at the Big D Quad Chair on Wednesday and Saturday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Scenic Ride
Take in the breathtaking scenery riding the Big D Quad Chairlift, subject to loadings at the time.
Kids Skidoo Rides
Hotham now has a fleet of mini Skidoos designed for kids. Located at the Big D, kids can ride the mini skidoos solo around the purpose-built track. Tickets available at the Big D ticket office. Subject to weather conditions.
Harry the Snow Dragon Show
Hotham’s celebrity Snow Dragon shakes his tail and dances up a snow storm! Check out Harry as he hits the stage (Wednesday & Saturday evenings from 4pm) outside the Big D with loads of family fun & games – the perfect warm-up to night skiing. Featuring singing, dancing and even glowsticks, Harry will keep the entire family entertained! Everyone welcome, although most suitable for 3-6 year olds. Make sure you rug up as well as when weather permits the shows will take place outside. In the case of inclement weather, the show will still take place inside the Kids Snowzone at the Big D.
Kat Skiing
Explore Hotham’s Golden Point via Keoghs/Orchard when snow and weather conditions permit. Free with a valid Lift Pass.
Cross Country Skiing
Experience the sheer beauty of Victoria’s grand High Country on a pair of cross-country skis. Pack your lunch and check out some of Hotham’s breathtaking views. If you’re really adventurous, camp in one of the cattleman’s huts on the high plains.
Hotham Restaurants and Bars
Alphutte - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6620
A cosy and inviting gourmet pizza restaurant and wine bar. Ideal for families and groups after an authentic alpine dining experience. Enjoy gourmet pizza and a fine selection of beverages.
Arlberg Supermarket and Café - 03 5759 3167
Arlberg Supermarket and Café - Located in the Arlberg and servicing all of Mt Hotham, we offer a large range of fresh food, fruit and veggies, bread, milk, papers, gluten free items, cigarettes, cold and flu needs, internet and printing, beer wine and spirits, extensive general needs and hardware including diesel fuel additive. Our café boasts a large range of gourmet deli items such as cheese and antipasta. We hand make sushi every day as well as foccaccias, pies and some of the best coffee getting around! Delivery available resort wide.
Avalanche Bar - 03 5986 8200
Located inside the Arlberg, the Avalanche Bar is open almost every night and each year hosts the famous 'Snowgies' awards night.
Brandy Creek Cafe - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6488
This fully licensed supermarket also offers cafe services with hot drinks and lunch treats. Check out www.brandycreek.net for more information
Cafe Niche - 03 5759 3313
Located opposite tickets in Hotham Central, choose from a selection of breakfast and lunch items including bacon & egg rolls, espresso coffee, cakes, milkshakes, rolls, sushi, quiches and mini pizzas.
Chill Bar and Café - 03 5759 3313
Perched in the hub of Hotham Central with stunning views. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, espresso coffee, gourmet cakes, turkish bread, pies, hot food and soup. Open every day from 7.30am to 8.30pm. Great music and apres scene. Happy Hour from 4.30 - 5.30pm daily.
Cilantro - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6799
Cilantro has a warm, vibrant atmosphere serving a menu of tapas dishes with local and seasonal produce in an intimate venue. There are several larger share specials for groups including whole racks of beef (cote de boeuf), paella and whole leg of lamb. With great wine, cocktails, tapas and tunes, the party rarely gets started til after 10pm.
Dinner Plain Hotel - Dinner Plain
DP Hotel holds some of the biggest events within Dinner Plain village, including the Hookers and Deviates Ball in July and a beach party in September.
General Store - 03 5759 3523
The General's bistro and pizza menus are designed to make you enjoy and share the flavours of food the way it is meant to be. Casual dining at its best. Open from 10am until late for lunch and dinner with the best year round views! Kids menu and takeaway available.
Graze @ Rundells - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6422
Indulge in local food and wine creatively presented by local award winning chefs. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in Rundells bar or stop in for après in the sunny outdoor paddock. Open 8am until late 7 days a week for a breakfast, lunch and dinner.
High Plains Hotel - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6665
Located on Big Muster Drive in Dinner Plain. Enjoy superb cuisine from fine local steaks, seafood and European specialties. Relax with a pre-dinner drink from the extensive wine list or a schnapps by the open fire. Conference facilities are also available for work and social groups of up to 70.
Hot Doggies - 03 5759 3232
Located at the far end of Hotham Central next to the supermarket, Hot Doggies offer quick and easy food options. Bacon & egg rolls, hamburgers, chips & gravy, dim sims, wedges, jam donuts, hash browns and more!
Hotham Central Supermarket - 03 5759 3232
Providing Hotham's biggest range of grocery and bottle shop items, choose from fresh fruit and vegetables, groceries and meat. Fresh milk, bread and newspapers daily. DVD hire, books, cards, pharmacy lines, cigarettes and a large range of beer, wine and spirits. Home delivery available.
Isobar - 03 5759 3437
Isobar is located at the Big D right next to Hotham Daycare. Enjoy an early coffee before hitting the slopes, or warm up by the open fire while selecting from the lunch menu.
Jack Frost bar and Restaurant - 03 5759 3586
Open throughout the day, whether it be for a coffee, snack, or a meal. Breakfast is done simply; home made muesli, banana bread, or perhaps bashed avocado & roast tomato bruschetta with pesto, lemon & rocket. Dinner includes dishes designed to share, hearty mains, & gourmet pizza's. All with a modern Australian influence.
Last Run Bar - 03 5759 3796
Owners Paul and Teresa Cavagna have transformed the Last Run Bar into a chic, stylish, warm space where you can enjoy a relaxed dining experience in a warm and comfortable atmosphere. The staff are friendly and professional and the Modern Australian Menu provides food which is amongst the best that Mount Hotham has to offer.
Mountain Kitchen - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6560
Mountain Kitchen in Dinner Plain is the perfect spot to grab a coffee, lunch or takeaway with delicious homestyle gourmet food on offer. Open daily from 8.30am for breakfast, lunch and après by the cauldron. All day breakfasts on weekends. Drop in for a bite at Shop 1, Castran Corner Dinner Plain.
Rundells Bar & Paddock - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6422
Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in Rundells bar or stop in for après in the sunny outdoor paddock. Rundells has the largest tap beer selection in Dinner Plain, a fantastic range of cool climate wines, cocktails and schnapps, and a large drinks lounge warmed by a massive open fireplace. Look out for live music nights. Open 8am until late 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Rundells Lounge Bar - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6422
Warmed by the largest open fireplace in Dinner Plain, Rundells lounge bar offers a gorgeous alpine ambiance and casual a la carte dining. Don't miss the Lunch Special; Main+Side+Glass of wine for $35, with a scrumptious selection of lamb shanks, seafood broth, risotto and lychee & chicken Thai red curry. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 8am till late.
Snake Gully Hut - 03 5759 3264
This is a fantastic on-slope eating locale, offering a range of both hot and cold foods for hungry skiers and boarders. Snake Gully Hut is located at the bottom of the Heavenly Valley Chairlift.
Summit Cafe and Bar - 03 5759 3503
Summit Cafe and Bar is the ideal place for a relaxed lunch in front of the open fire or watching the sunset with a cold beer or fine wine. Along with a full cafe menu featuring wraps, burgers, curries and salads, Summit also offers a licensed bar, great coffee and friendly slope-side atmosphere.
Swindlers Bar & Bistro - 03 5759 3436
Centrally located in Hotham Central, Swindlers is open for breakfast and great coffee from 7.30am to late in the evening. Choose from a selection of fantastic pizzas, pastas, risottos or other mains. One of the few eating locales on the mountain that offers true ski in/ski out dining, Swindlers is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kids menu also available.
The General - 03 5759 3523
The General is famed for its nightlife, with something happening almost every night. From DJs to darts nights, live music to comedy with DJ Eddy, the General has something for everyone long after the lifts have stopped spinning.
The White Room - Hotham - 03 5759 3456
Intimate dining is the perfect après-ski companion. Your eyes might take a moment to adjust from the glare of the slopes to the low lighting of the hidden sanctuary that is The White Room. Open for lunch from 11.30am, through to dinner and seven days a week, the restaurant becomes a buzzing hub of activity into the wee hours of the evening. Graze on Spanish-style tapas, order from the impressive European à la carte menu or indulge in a daily lunch menu.
Tsubo - Dinner Plain - 03 5159 6622
Going into its 5th year, Tsubo is always evolving and refining; borrowing old practices, combined with modern techniques and looking to Japan for inspiration. We source high quality regional ingredients from small producers and are constantly seraching for new things to bring to the table. Tsubo's extensive drinks list, with a strong emphasis on quality sake and relaxed dining environment makes for a restaurant experience that anyone can come and enjoy.
Z Cafe at Zirky's - 03 5759 3518
Zirky's Cafe is informal and speedy dining at its best. Offering Genovese espresso coffee expertly crafted by our barista, delicious foccacias and a wide selection of cakes and cookies. Zirky's Cafe is the perfect place for a quick pit stop, whether commencing the day with an ample breakfast, or watching the sunset over the valley with a cake and coffee.
Zirky's Bar & Bistro - 03 5759 3518
Zirky's Bar & Bistro offers the traditional surrounds of an Austrian ski lodge - wood panelling, a roaring fireplace, sun drenched deck and valley views. A true Austrian apres destination with happy hour from 4 - 6pm, $8 Gluhwein, $7 Basic spirits and $14 Jugs of beer. From 6pm Zirky's transforms into "Steer & Beer" where you can graze on hearty steaks or Austrian style sausages whilst enjoying a selection of international and local beers.
