Hotel Christoph, Neustift, Austria

· ski bus stop outside · 3 minutes' bus ride to the resort centre · 5 minutes' bus ride to the Bergbahnen cable car and 11er chairlift · 20 minutes' bus ride to the glacier

The Hotel Christoph sits a little way outside of town, in a peaceful spot with front-row views of the Stubai valley. Family run for three generations, the staff’s warm Austrian hospitality has guests coming back year after year. And it’s a well-linked spot for the slopes too – the free ski bus stops metres from the front door. You'll be at the closest lifts in 5 minutes, or stay on for a scenic ride up to the glacier for the snowiest start to your ski day.

There’s nothing like a session in the sauna after a day on the slopes, so make sure to pop into the hotel’s wellness area when you’re back. Or slide into a booth in the cosy bar and après-ski like the Austrians with a frothy beer in hand.

Every morning you’ll get a buffet breakfast, with all the usual Continental picks like pastries, cold cut meats and cheese, as well as eggs and toast. As for your evening meal, you've got the freedom to eat when and where you want. The Schallerhof restaurant is 15 minutes' walk away and sets aside tables especially for people staying at the Christoph each night. Or you could keep things low-key and pick up a takeaway pizza to munch back at the hotel bar instead.

· self-service bar (open from 4-10:30pm, closed on Wednesdays) · breakfast room · wellness area with sauna and steam room · boot room with heated boot rack · free WiFi · lift to all floors

All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen TV, free WiFi, telephone, safe, hairdryer and bathrobes.

Twin room with balcony - sleeps 2: Austrian twin beds, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

Single room with balcony - sleeps 1: Queen-size bed, private shower or bath, WC and balcony.

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

Cots are available to hire, free of charge, on request.

Bed and Breakfast

· Continental buffet breakfast

Please note: This hotel can’t cater for dietary requirements.

Evening meals aren't included with your stay, but you can bring takeaway food back to eat at the hotel.

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