Hotel Stadtwien
Features
- Terrace/Balcony
- Half board
This friendly, family-run hotel set overlooking the village of Zell am See has been a firm favourite with guests for many years. Its uncomplicated and comfortable atmosphere together with the fantastic Vitality Oasis facilities and location make it an excellent choice.
Location • 6 minutes walk down to the resort centre • 3 minutes walk to City Xpress gondola • 20m to ski bus stop • 7 minutes walk down to the lakeside • 10 minutes walk down to the train station • gentle hillside location overlooking village • skiing back to the hotel (conditions permitting)
Features · amazing 'Vitality Oasis' with heated outdoor pool (indoor entrance), integrated whirlpool, saunas, steam room, infrared cabin and salt therapy grotto · extra charge for solarium and massage · bar · lounge · children's playroom with toys · extra charge for internet terminal · weekly Pinzgauer evening with traditional entertainment · non smoking dining room · 57 bedrooms · lift to all floors
Meals · hot and cold buffet breakfast with tea and juice bars · 4 course evening meals with choice of main course · daily salad, starter and dessert buffets · weekly farmers' buffet, gala dinner or fondue night · early meals for kids · Christmas and New Year's Eve gala dinners included
Rooms for 2 people on half board sharing a small room with separate beds (1 standard and 1 sofa bed) or a queen size bed (subject to availability) with private shower and WC. Standard rooms with Austrian twin beds, balcony rooms, large rooms that sleep up to 4 consisting of an Austrian twin room and sofa bed and single rooms are also available at a supplement. All bedrooms have cable TV, safe and hairdryer.
Official Rating ****
Zell am See Resort Info
Zell am See skiing
Set by a lake, Zell am See and its bus-linked neighbour Kaprun make up the 'Europa Sport' region, with a total of 130km of runs, 80 of which are at Zell. The setting is one of Zell's biggest selling points, with lovely views of the lake from the medieval town and the slopes above. The ski area is actually quite small with short runs, mainly catering for intermediates keen on improving technique rather than getting miles under their belts. Advanced skiers have few true challenges, while beginners may find Zell's biggest failing, its questionable snow reliability, a bit of a bother. Neither boarders nor experts would approve of Zell's conservation regulations, which ban any off-piste skiing. The lifts can become crowded at peak times, as can the local Kitzsteinhorn glacier at Kaprun, although it does guarantee year-round skiing. There are also extensive cross-country trails.
Zell am See ski resort
Zell is actually more popular in the summer than the winter. The lakeside town has loads of activities for those not on skis or a board, with lively nightlife, decent restaurants and a full range of accommodation. It is good to check where you are staying in relation to the lifts, as there is a short free bus to access the slopes. For skiing, it is also worth exploring some of the other terrain in the area, like Saalbach, Bad Gastein and Schladming. Overall, Zell is a lovely spot for a winter holiday, with or without skiing.
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