Hotel Zum Hirschen

Features

Terrace/Balcony
Half board

The traditional, family run zum Hirschen is located in a central position at the entrance to the pedestrian area and only 150 m from the City Xpress gondola. With award-winning cuisine (1 Gault Millau toque), it is a firm favourite with our guests.

Bedrooms: 45. Standard twins have bath; superior twins have bath, seating area and balcony and singles have shower. Larger 2 room suites sleeping 4-5 have bath and lounge area. All rooms have cable TV, phone, radio, safe, minibar and hairdryer.

Meals: V Extensive hot and cold buffet breakfast and excellent 4 course dinner with choice of main dish plus salad buffet.

Facilities: Pretty traditional lounge/bar; residents’ restaurants; à la carte stube; wine cellar; small indoor pool and leisure area with infra-red cabin, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and relaxation room (free); massage (pay locally); wireless internet access; lift.

Special Attractions: • Welcome drink • Fondue evening (minimum numbers apply) • Special Christmas dinner and New Year gala dinner with live music included (jacket & tie required).

Official Rating: 4 stars

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.