About IMBAC

IMBAC Ski Lodge Perisher | Family Ski Accommodation Smiggin Holes

IMBAC is a family-friendly ski lodge located in Smiggin Holes, Perisher, offering affordable on-snow accommodation for members, guests, and groups.

Established to promote skiing and community, IMBAC combines a welcoming club atmosphere with practical lodge facilities, making it an ideal base for families, school groups, and ski enthusiasts visiting the Snowy Mountains.

The goal of Junior Training is to harness and develop the individual skills and competencies in a safe environment, giving them access to their full potential. IMBAC prides itself in the spirit of sportsmanship and enjoyment encouraged and upheld by all participants of this program.

Who Stays at IMBAC?

  • Families looking for affordable Perisher accommodation
  • Members and returning guests
  • School groups and training programs
  • Skiers and snowboarders of all levels
  • Summer groups (bushwalkers, retreats, etc.)

Ski Lodge Accommodation in Smiggin Holes, Perisher

Panoramic views of the Smiggin Holes

The lodge has a large lounge room with panoramic views of the Smiggin Holes ski area, comfy lounges, a bar area and stereo facilities. IMBAC is BYO alcohol with extensive cool storage with fridge and freezer space available in the bar.

The dining area shares the same fabulous views, with tea, coffee and snacks available all day. IMBAC has a large, commercial kitchen, which is catered in winter by our in-house managers.

Location – Smiggin Holes, Perisher Valley

IMBAC is located in Smiggin Holes within the Perisher ski resort, one of Australia’s most popular snow destinations in Kosciuszko National Park.

Additional facilities

  • Large ski / board storage room with drying room for wet gear
  • Games room for the kids to play in, complete with table tennis table, plus more comfy lounges and extensive DVD collection for days you don’t want to hit the slopes.
  • Large entry foyer in which you can store your gear if you arrive before check-in (3pm) or want to continue skiing after checkout (1:45 pm).
  • Parking (limited to first requests when booking)
  • Wi-Fi internet during winter season

The lodge ensures there is a safe, friendly and relaxing environment by only enabling members and their guests to stay at the lodge.

Location

IMBAC is located at 15 Plum Pine Road in the heart of Perisher Valley at Smiggin Holes.

 

From Sydney, it’s an easy 6 hour drive, 5 hours from Wollongong and only 2.5 hours from Canberra

How to get to IMBAC

The History of IMBAC

As written by our Co-Founder and Life Member Bernard (Bernie) Armessen and as told to his granddaughter Michelle Knight.

That night, at 11pm, the “Illawarra Master Builders’ Alpine Club” was born....

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