Hotel Rössle, Galtur, Austria

· ski bus stop outside the hotel · 5 minutes' bus ride or 40 minutes' walk to the nearest lift (Birkhahnbahn chairlift), ski school meeting point and the nursery slopes

The Hotel Rössle's been hosting guests for over 400 years now, and today it's run by the Huber family. You're in good hands if you choose to stay here – they take huge pride in making it feel like a home-from-home, and their friendly team's always on hand to help. It's set a little way from the slopes, so it's a long walk, but there's a ski bus stop right by the door of the ski room, so it's still easy to get on the mountain every day.

Big wooden balconies give the outside of the hotel a traditional Austrian look, and inside there's a real focus on warmth and comfort. And with big black and white mountain landscapes and old-school skis hanging on the walls, you'll find plenty of nods to the surrounding mountains too. The modern spa's been designed to help you really relax, and the low lighting, smooth, clean lines and fresh white walls are sure to help you find your zen.

When it comes to mealtimes, there's a whole host of things to choose from. There's a big buffet breakfast each day with all the usuals, including cereal, toast, pastries, fruit, yoghurt and cooked foods too, you can even order omelettes and pancakes if you fancy. Afternoon snacks will tide you over 'til dinner, and then it's a 6-course evening meal with a salad buffet. Dietary requirements? The Rössle's got you covered. Veggie, vegan and gluten-free options are always available.

· bar · sun terrace · restaurant · heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub · extra charge for massages · ski room with ski lockers and heated boot rack · free WiFi · lift

All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen TV with English channels, a telephone, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer and safe.

North-facing twin room - sleeps 1-3: Austrian twin beds, private bath, WC and balcony.

South-facing twin room - sleeps 1-3: Austrian twin beds, private bath, WC and balcony.

Just so you know, Stueva rooms are traditionally decorated, and Nova rooms are more modern.

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

Cots are available to hire for approx. €15 per night, payable locally.

Interconnecting rooms are available on request.

Half Board

· buffet breakfast · afternoon snacks, drinks not included · 6-course evening meal with salad buffet (drinks not included) · vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available · New Years Eve gala meal included

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