The soul of the Acherl

Your hosts, the Lechner family

A Warm Welcome to Acherl!

We’re Sonja and Marco Lechner. As Walt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them,” and that’s exactly what we did when we made Acherl our dream come true.

When the opportunity to buy what is now Acherl arose, the timing—let’s just say—was far from ideal. Our children were still young, the world was in the grip of COVID-19, and inflation dominated the headlines. It was a moment filled with uncertainty. But chances to buy a small hotel right on your doorstep don’t come often, so we seized it—despite the odds.

Our journey to becoming hoteliers in Tyrol has been anything but ordinary. Saudi Arabia, Southern Europe, South Africa, and even a traditional Tyrolean alpine hut have all played significant roles in our lives.

Have we sparked your curiosity? Then read on!

It`s Family

The radiant Sonja

I grew up in a small Tyrolean mountain village as one of four children, surrounded by love, a deep sense of home, and an openness to the world. My parents raised us with values rooted in tradition, while nurturing a forward-thinking spirit.

Alongside running a small dairy farm, my father built his life’s work right at home. As the world’s first inventor of the hoeing machine, he successfully established his business, Peter Moser Rustic Wood, with visionary determination. He was—and still is—my role model. His inventive spirit and unwavering belief in the success of his dream continue to inspire me to this day.

My heart beats for hospitality and family

For over 10 years, I pursued diverse training opportunities and gained professional experience both at home and abroad. I managed four establishments in Vienna, traveled across Europe and North Africa as a supervisor, and worked as a hotel concept developer. Throughout this time, the dream of owning my own boutique hotel quietly grew within me.

When Marco came into my life, everything fell into place—it was the perfect moment to combine our skills and make the dream a reality. Together, we founded Acherl.
We are living our dream. Balancing family life and running the hotel with our children, Noah and Marie, is part of what makes it so special. Since family time is our top priority, Acherl reflects our ideas and personal needs. The Ninja Parkour? That’s Noah’s creation. And Marie? She makes sure there’s always enough sand in the sandbox.

Our family dynamic is woven into the entire hotel, making it a warm and welcoming home for everyone.

Life’s Paths Are Rarely Straight. At every crossroads, new routes and opportunities unfold. It’s up to you to choose the path you take and decide where it will lead you.

Sonja Lechner

The multicultural Marco

Marco’s Journey

My story began a bit differently than Sonja’s. My mom is Swiss, and my dad is Tyrolean. They met in Toronto, and when my father’s work took him to Saudi Arabia, our family moved there. I lived in Saudi Arabia until primary school and then experienced a complete contrast—four years on a Tyrolean alpine farm. Talk about a big change!

When it was time for me to attend middle school, we moved to Salzburg. My first training was as a food technologist in Wels, after which I moved to Switzerland and began my career with a well-established international Swiss company. While working, I pursued further training to become a master miller and baker.

It sounds pretty down-to-earth, right? But guess where life took me next…

Tradition and internationality go hand in hand

Thanks to the international scope of the company, I had the opportunity to work in South Africa as a sales manager for five years. After that, my responsibilities expanded, and I began traveling the world.

It’s fair to say that in both Sonja’s and my life—and now at Acherl—tradition, internationality, and cosmopolitan flair come together seamlessly. We’ve both seen a lot of the world, worked with people from diverse cultures, and drawn inspiration from countless experiences.

Now, we want to share all of that with you.

We thank our team from the bottom of our hearts for making the Acherl dream a reality together with us!

Sonja and Marco Lechner

And now? Come to the Acherl!

Together we will find your dream accommodation

Acherl – Where Your Vacation Means Easygoing Freedom
Enjoy a warm family atmosphere, cozy comfort, relaxation, swimming, jumping, creating unforgettable Acherl Moments, and making Magic Memories.

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