Serious allegations of harassment and humiliation are surfacing against a manager at the prestigious Luxushotel Interalpen in Austria. The accusations, detailed in reports, center around a manager – identified only as “E.” – and his alleged behavior towards apprentices working at the hotel. The claims paint a disturbing picture of a toxic work environment and raise questions about oversight and accountability within the luxury hospitality sector.
The most concerning allegations involve a WhatsApp group created by “E.” for his team, reportedly named “A la fotzen.” According to reports, the group’s profile picture featured a selfie of an employee posing in front of exposed genitalia. The group consisted of four men and one woman. A former apprentice, identified as “Lisa,” alleges months of sexual harassment by “E.”, culminating in a report to the hotel’s human resources department.
Details from the HR report, as reported, outline a pattern of disturbing behavior. The report allegedly includes statements such as “’Villa E.’ is ready for bumping, he carves cucumber penises, makes whipped cream roads as an allusion,” referencing “Villa E.” as “E.’s” staff room. Further allegations detail “E.” allegedly knocking on Lisa’s door late at night whereas intoxicated, and, in one instance, allegedly exposing himself to her. Another claim states that “E.” allegedly instructed another apprentice to inquire about the sense of Lisa’s breasts.
The alleged harassment didn’t stop when the workday ended. Both Lisa and “E.” reportedly resided in staff accommodations at the hotel. A screenshot of an Instagram chat between “E.” and Lisa, reportedly sent at 2:08 AM, shows “E.” asking Lisa to come to his room, referred to as “the villa.” Lisa did not respond, and “E.” reportedly followed up with a “good night” message.
The impact of “E.’s” alleged actions on Lisa was significant. The HR report details Lisa’s reported struggles with insomnia, requiring sleep medication, and a general feeling of insecurity within her own room. Lisa reportedly demanded consequences for “E.” from the HR department, but It’s alleged that no immediate action was taken. Shortly after the conversation with HR, Lisa reportedly resigned from her position.
Allegations Detail a Pattern of Inappropriate Conduct
The reports suggest a pattern of inappropriate behavior extending beyond the alleged harassment of Lisa. The existence of the WhatsApp group, with its offensive name and profile picture, points to a broader culture of disrespect and objectification. The alleged instructions given to another apprentice to question Lisa about her body further demonstrate a disturbing abuse of power.
Hotel Interalpen Responds
As of February 18, 2026, Luxushotel Interalpen has not issued a public statement regarding these allegations. Attempts to reach the hotel for comment were not immediately successful.
The allegations against “E.” raise serious questions about the safeguards in place to protect apprentices and other staff members within the hospitality industry. The reported lack of immediate action following Lisa’s complaint to HR too highlights the need for robust reporting mechanisms and swift, decisive responses to allegations of harassment.
The situation at Luxushotel Interalpen underscores the importance of creating safe and respectful work environments for all employees, particularly those in vulnerable positions such as apprentices. Further investigation is needed to determine the full extent of the alleged misconduct and to ensure that appropriate action is taken to address the concerns raised.
What comes next will likely depend on whether authorities launch a formal investigation and whether additional individuals come forward with similar allegations. The outcome of any investigation could have significant implications for the hotel’s reputation and for the broader hospitality industry.
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