Our Story

Where a family's vision became a mountain sanctuary

It Started with a Dream

Back in '87, Helena Quinthar stood at this very spot with her husband David. They'd been searching for months - looking for that perfect place where the mountains whispered their secrets and the air tasted like freedom.

"This is it," Helena said, and David knew she was right. The vista stretched endlessly before them, peaks touching clouds, forests breathing life into the valley below.

What began as a modest 12-room lodge has grown into something we're genuinely proud of, though we've never lost that original spirit Helena brought to every detail.

Haldriven Quinthar Hotel

The Journey

1987 - The Beginning

Helena and David broke ground on what locals thought was an impossible dream. Building a luxury retreat this high up? "You're crazy," they said. Maybe we were, but that's part of the charm, isn't it?

1993 - Growing Roots

The spa wing opened after Helena spent two years traveling through Europe, collecting ideas and making connections. She returned with recipes for treatments that guests still request by name today.

2001 - A New Generation

The Quinthar kids - Marcus and Sofia - joined the family business, bringing fresh energy while respecting what mom and dad built. The fine dining restaurant? That was Sofia's baby from day one.

2015 - Modern Touches

We renovated the entire property, adding modern touches while keeping Helena's original vision intact. Every decision got passed through one filter: "What would Helena do?" Usually followed by, "But with better WiFi."

Today - The Legacy Continues

Helena passed in 2019, but her presence still fills every corner of this place. David still drops by most mornings for coffee in the lobby. The family's commitment? It hasn't wavered one bit.

"We don't just offer rooms. We share a piece of what made us fall in love with these mountains all those years ago."

- Helena Quinthar, Founder

Our Team

What We're Really About

Look, we could throw around fancy words about "hospitality excellence" and "unparalleled service," but that's not really us. What we actually care about? Making sure you leave feeling like you discovered something special.

Our team's been here for years - some since the early days. They're not just employees; they're the folks who'll remember you asked for extra pillows last time, who know the best hidden trails, who'll sneak you fresh cookies when the kitchen's "officially" closed.

We've hosted wedding proposals on the mountain ridge, anniversary celebrations that made us tear up, and business retreats that somehow turned into lifelong friendships. That's the stuff that keeps us going.

This place isn't perfect - the wind sometimes howls through the valley at night, and yes, the WiFi can be spotty during heavy snow. But there's something about waking up to those peaks, about the quiet that settles over everything at dusk, that makes people come back year after year.

Why We Do This

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Nature's Playground

We're surrounded by some of the most incredible terrain you'll ever see. Seemed selfish to keep it to ourselves.

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Family Matters

Three generations have poured their hearts into this place. You'll feel it in every corner, every detail.

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Real Connections

We've watched friendships form, romances bloom, and strangers become regulars who feel like family.

Ready to Be Part of Our Story?

Whether you're here for adventure, relaxation, or just to escape the chaos for a while - we'd love to have you. Every guest adds their own chapter to what we're building here.

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