TOP Hotel, Hochgurgl, Austria

· ski-in, ski-out on a blue slope · 2 minutes’ walk to the Große Karbahn chairlift · 5 minutes’ walk to the nursery slopes · 2 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting point · 1 minute’s walk to the ski bus stop

The TOP Hotel lives up to its name in so many ways. From the food and facilities to the standout service, you’re in for a treat. Then there’s thepistede résistance – its location. You’ll be staying slopeside, way up at 2,150m, so you can look forward to sliding straight off each morning. And you can’t forget the sun terrace, with its wow-worthy mountain views either.

The hotel itself gives the traditional alpine look a chic, modern twist. Plus, you’ll get those classic Austrian touches too – like the cosy wood-panelled bar, where staff clad in traditional dress are waiting to serve your fave tipple. The highlights continue in the spa. Take your pick from a trio of saunas, a steam room and a menu of massages that’ll leave you feeling brand new. Or slide into the steamy outdoor pool and watch as skiers swoosh down the slopes just metres away.

The hotel’s dining room takes centre stage when it’s time to eat. The cuckoo-clock interior keeps things feeling oh-so alpine – and the food follows the theme too. This is a 5-star stay, so expect those traditional dishes to come served with plenty of fine-dining flare. Fancy switching things up one night? Book a fondue in the hotel’s Murmelstube restaurant. This is a ski hol after all.

· bar · lounge · sun terrace · occasional live music · heated outdoor pool · indoor pool · TOP Mountain Spa with sauna, steam room and indoor hot tub · extra charge for massages and treatments · fitness room · kids’ playroom · ski shop · boot room with lockers · free WiFi throughout · lift to 4 floors

Half Board

· hot and cold buffet breakfast (some items are served to your table) · 5-course evening meal with table service and salad and cheese buffets · early meals for children available · Christmas Eve gala meal included · vegetarian options are available · vegan and gluten-free options available on request – please let us know about any requirements when you book

All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen smart TV with English channels, stocked minibar, telephone, safe, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Double room – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, private shower or bath and WC.

Deluxe double room with limited mountain view and balcony or terrace – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, private shower or bath, WC and a balcony or terrace with a limited mountain view.

Deluxe double room with mountain view and balcony or terrace – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, private shower or bath, WC and a balcony or terrace with a mountain view.

Junior suite with balcony – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, lounge area, private bath or shower, WC and balcony.

Junior suite with mountain view and balcony – sleeps 1-3: Double bed, lounge area with extra single bed, private bath or shower, WC and balcony with mountain view.

Suite with mountain view and balcony – sleeps 1-2: Double bed, lounge area, private bath or shower, WC and balcony with mountain view.

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

Interconnecting rooms are available on request.