Carinthia and hotels in Carinthia offer visitors an interesting glimpse into how history and geography have shaped this Austrian province. Walking through the picturesque cobblestone streets lined with colorful traditional Austrian style buildings and houses one gets not only a feel for the Austrian way of life but also impressions of Slovenian and Italian influence. Taking full advantage of the surroundings, history, local cuisine and culture can be overwhelming, which is why the best place to start is in the region’s hotels. Carinthia is home to many popular lakes allowing tourists to get in a swim or go for a hike (or ski depending on the season) in the towering Carinthian mountains; simply open the door to you hotel and Carinthia and it’s natural beauty are waiting at your doorstep.