Grand Hotel, Zell Am See, Austria

· in the centre of Zell, on the lakeshore · 8 minutes' walk to the City Xpress gondola · free shuttle bus to the ski lifts at regular intervals every morning and afternoon

The Grand’s lakeside location is really something special. Right in the centre of Zell, this hotel has panoramic views of the huge lake and surrounding snowy mountains. And it's just an 8-minute walk or a short ride on the free shuttle from the nearest gondola. The facilities are first-rate too – spend time in the hotel casino, admiring the view from the lakefront sun terrace or sipping a drink in the bar. And if you want to get your zen on, head to one of the hotel's two spas – chill out in the family friendly Classic spa, or strip off like the locals in the Grandspa.

Dating back to the 19th century, the Grand has ornate Belle Époque designs throughout. With patterned headboards and fancy tiled bathrooms, the rooms take a luxurious twist on traditional alpine style – and many have a view of the lake.

When it comes to food, a hot and cold breakfast buffet will set you up for the day, and there’s a 4-course evening meal to look forward to later on. With regional specialities and classic favourites on the menu, and a fab view of the lake from the restaurant, mealtimes are a real treat.

· casino · café · Imperial Bar with open fire · Classic Spa with indoor Roman bath-style pool, separate kids' pool, textile sauna, relaxation room and fitness room · Grandspa with saunas, steam baths, infrared cabin, relaxation area and terrace with lake views (over 16yrs) · extra charge for massages · free hotel-run kids' club with supervision for children aged 3-10 years · children's playroom with toys · extra charge for babysitting · 130 rooms · lift · free WiFi · free internet terminal

All rooms have a cable TV, minibar, hairdryer and safe, and include entry to the Classic spa and Grandspa.

Twin room - sleeps 2: Austrian twin beds, private bath or shower, WC and balcony with lake view. These rooms are either in the main building or the annexe.

Twin room - sleeps 1-2: Austrian twin beds, private bath or shower, WC and mountain view. These rooms are in the annexe.

Twin room - sleeps 2-3: Austrian twin beds, single sofa bed, private bath or shower, WC and lake view. These rooms are in the main building.

Superior twin room - sleeps 2-3: Austrian twin beds, single sofa bed, private bath or shower, WC and balcony with lake view. These rooms are in the main building.

1 bedroom apartment - sleeps 2-5 (max 3 adults or 2 adults and 3 children up to 11 years): Austrian twin beds, bunk beds, private bath or shower, WC and lake view. These rooms are in the main building.

Junior suite - sleeps 2-4 (max 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children up to 11 years): Austrian twin beds, double sofa bed, private bath or shower, WC and lake view. These rooms are split-level and are in the main building.

Deluxe twin room - sleeps 2: Austrian twin beds, private shower, WC and balcony with lake view. These rooms are in the annexe.

Grand suite - sleeps 2-5: Two sets of Austrian twin beds, rollaway bed, private bath, WC and balcony with lake view. These rooms are in the main building.

Suite - sleeps 3-5: Two sets of Austrian twin beds, rollaway bed, private bath, WC and balcony with lake view. These rooms are in the main building.

Please note: The main building and the annexe wing are connected by a short underground passage. Bookings with multiple rooms of more than one type cannot be guaranteed to be on the same floor.

Austrian twin beds: One large bed frame containing two single mattresses, each with their own bedding.

Half Board

· hot and cold buffet breakfast · afternoon sweet and savoury snacks · 4-course evening meal with a choice of main course and daily salad buffet (mains will either be table service or a buffet depending on staff and customer numbers) · frequent speciality buffets · New Year's Eve gala dinner included

Many Austrian hotels do not serve free tap water with meals.