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Mt Hotham Ski Resort
Victorian High Country


Ski Mt Hotham - Victoria Snow HolidaysHighest elevation: 1861m
Number of lifts: 13
Hours of lift operation: dependent on conditions
Longest run: 2.5kms
Average Snowfall: 300cm
Vertical Drop: 395m
Terrain: 320ha
Beginner: 20%
Intermediate: 40%
Advanced: 40%
Terrain Parks: 3 Terrain parks (snow dependant)
Snowsports:, Kids Snowmobiling, Sunset tours, Day Spas
Night skiing/snowboarding: Wednesday & Saturday

Hotham Accommodation

Accommodation in Hotham is based in two areas; the Village and Dinner Plain. Accommodation is mostly Self-Contained and offers a variety of choice for those looking to save or looking to stay in luxury. Hotham;s accommodation is fantastic for snow enthusiasts who like to be able to ski right to the door or retreat to Dinner Plain for some great restaurants and Apre action.

Hotham Ski Resort Snow Accommodation

Hotham Ski Hire

Talk to the experts! Ski n Save can package the right ski, snowboard and clothing hire for your ski holiday so all you have to do is turn up and collect your hire then head for the lifts!

Hotham Equipment Hire

Getting to Hotham

Directions from destinations around Australia including Queensland, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Western Australia to Mt Hotham Ski Resort.  Flights, and coach transfer information is also available to from various destinations to Hotham

Getting to Mt Hotham Ski Resort

Hotham Lift Passes and Snow Sports Lessons

Ski 'n Save Snowholidays can package in lift tickets and lessons with your accommodation and save you money. Package deals are available throughout the ski season but the best savings can be made in Partner Package weeks and also Kids club specials. Follow the link above to find out more...

Lift Passes and Lessons

Hotham Village Maps and Trail Guides

All the Information you need on Hotham village and resort maps,  including downloadable Mt Hotham trail maps which show groomed runs and lift locations in the resort.

Hotham trailmaps and guides

Activities at Hotham

Make sure you're well prepared for bad weather days, evening activities and on snow fun to keep you and your mates or the whole family entertained. Hotham offers a range of on and off snow activities to keep everyone occupied.

Things to do in Hotham

Overview

Staying at Mt Hotham is a unique alpine experience due to the fact the the entire village is on top of a mountain. At an elevation of 1,750m, Hotham is the highest resort in Victoria, This means that you get to not only ski but stay, dine and party way above the snowline 24/7.
Characterised by its fantastic snow reliability, unsurpassed terrain, an awesome range of apre ski activities and accommodation options to suit a wide range of budgets. Hotham is a first class resort that caters to group both small and large

Hotham Snow Guarantee

When choosing accommodation at Hotham look for the Hotham Snow Guarantee - a minimum 3 lift snow guarantee applies when you book your accommodation^.

If, due to lack of snow, there are less than 3 lifts (inclusive of at least 1 lift that services an intermediate trail) operating at Hotham 2 days prior to the check-in date of your snow holiday, you may choose to receive a credit or full refund on all pre-paid accommodation and lift company products. If you decide to wait less than 2 days before your check-in date to see if further lifts open, the credit or refund will be granted based on the number of lifts operational due to lack of snow on the day you request a refund. You may not cancel your holiday on the check-in date. This snow guarantee only applies if a lift cannot be opened due to a lack of snow on the major trail it services. The guarantee does not apply if lifts are on windhold – ie not able to be opened due to high winds, low visibility or a combination of these weather elements or undergoing temporary maintenance.

List of Lifts covered by the snow guarantee (minimum of 3 to operate including one lift that services an intermediate trail).
Mt Hotham Snow Guarantee• Roadrunner Quad Chair*
• Summit Quad Chair
• Heavenly Valley Quad Chair*
• Big D Quad Chair
• Village Quad Chair*
• Playground Double Chair*
• The Drift T-Bar*
• Gotcha Quad Chair*
• Keogh’s Orchard Quad Chair*
• Blue Ribbon Chair*
• Summit Trainer Poma
* Denotes lifts that service intermediate terrain. ^ Some conditions apply to certain properties.


Resort Facilities:

  • Free Village Shuttle
  • ATMs
  • Medical Centre/Doctor
  • Nightclubs/Bars/Restaurants/Cafes
  • Supermarket/Newsagent
  • Post Office/Souvenir Shop
  • Ski &Snowboard hire
  • Ski & Snowboard Repair
  • Lift ticket purchase
  • Creche
  • Childrens Snowsport Programs

Resort Location

Hotham Alpine Resort is located in the heart of the Australian Alps National Park. It's classic Australian wilderness up in the Victorian High Country. The village itself is at 1750m, just below the summit of Mt Hotham (1861m). And it's easily accessible, thanks to Australia's newest touring route, The Great Alpine Road.
Mt Hotham is roughly 5.5hrs from Melbourne and 9.5hrs from Sydney

Parking & Transport

On-site parking at Hotham is limited to selected properties. Day-parking is available in the heart of the village and the Big D car park, however overnight parking is located approx 3km from the main village.