Gartenhotel Daxer

Austria , Zell am See

  • Close to Lifts
  • Family-Run
  • Food & Drink
4.0/5
Inghams rating

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  • Georg-Rendl-Straße 8, 5700 Zell am See, Austria

Facilities

  • Indoor Pool
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Single Rooms
  • Heated Boot Room
  • Free Wi-Fi

Zell am See at a glance

  • German
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Manchester Int. (MAN), Birmingham Int. (BHX)

Included in your ski holiday to Zell am See

  • Afternoon snacks served daily
  • Free soft and hot drinks from 10am - 8pm
  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Expert based in Zell am See
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on half board 
  • Hurry, ends 6 October!
Buy one lift pass, get one half price

Save up to £253 per couple (Based on 2 adult 6 day lift passes in Zermatt).​ Passes can be added to your booking via the 'Ski Extras' stage at checkout.​ T&Cs apply

Child skis and boots
FREE child skis & boots when 2 adults pre-book skis & boots

About Gartenhotel Daxer

Set in a quiet hillside spot above Zell am See, Gartenhotel Daxer is just metres from three of the main Schmittenhöhe ski lifts, giving you instant access to the slopes each morning. With peaceful surroundings and panoramic mountain views, it’s a prime base for exploring the ski area.
After an active day, relax in the hotel’s bright and modern wellness area where large windows frame the snowy peaks. Swim a few lengths in the indoor pool, unwind in the sauna or steam bath, or simply rest in the cosy relaxation lounge.
Dining is another highlight here. Start the day with a generous breakfast buffet, return from the mountain to homemade cakes and afternoon snacks, and enjoy a four-course dinner with a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian mains each evening. best of all, enjoy free soft and hotel drinks all day.

Wellness facilities

  • Modern wellness area (8am - 8pm)
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Sauna & steam room available (4pm - 8pm)
  • Relaxation area
  • Fitness room

Additional facilities

  • Bar and lounge area
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Heated boot room
  • Garden

Ideally located just steps away from the Schmittenhöhe ski lift, above Zell am See. One of the best located hotels in the resort for those wanting to hit the mountains and only 50m from the resort bus stop should you want to head into town. 

  • 250 metres to Schmittenhöhe ski lift
  • 2 kilometres to centre of resort 

Breakfast is a large buffet of hot and cold dishes served from 7:30am - 10am. Help yourself to a selection of breads, jams, fruit & yogurts as well as eggs, bacon, beans, cheeses and more.

Afternoon snacks are served from 3pm - 5pm with a great selection of cakes and savoury snacks.

Evening meals are served in the hotel's restaurant where you can indulge in four courses as well as a salad buffet.

  • Hot and cold buffet breakfast
  • Afternoon snack served daily
  • Half board option is a four course evening meal with three choices of each course plus salad buffet
  • Free soft & hot drinks served between 10am - 8pm
  • Christmas and New Year gala dinners are included
  • Please note, some hotels can charge for tap water or may only offer bottled water at an applicable charge

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements:

  • Vegetarians

Please inform us of any special dietary requirements at the time of booking. Vegan, gluten free, dairy free meals can be catered for on request. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board

Classic double rooms sleep two and are 18-22m². They have a shower and a balcony or terrace.

Classic triple rooms sleep up to three with the use of a single sofa bed. Rooms are 25m² and have a shower and balcony or terrace.

Family rooms are a spacious 35-40m² and can sleep up to four with a double sofa bed. Rooms have a shower and a balcony.

Single room are 15-18m² and have a shower and balcony.

Bedroom facilities

  • Flatscreen TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hairdryer
  • Desk or small table and chairs

Additional information

  • No. of hotel rooms: 68
  • No. of buildings: 1
  • No. of floors: 4
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
  • Hotel not suitable for guests with accessible needs
  • Resort tax payable locally of €2.95 per person per night 

Travel to Zell am See

Depart on: Saturdays

Fly into: Salzburg

Salzburg transfer time: approx. 2 hours by coach

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Travel by air

Flights depart Saturdays to Salzburg from 20 December 2025 to 21 March 2026.

Transfer time

  • Salzburg airport: approx. 2 hours by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available.

Please be aware transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and volume of traffic, especially during peak season.

Ski & Snowboard in Zell am See

Best for

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Cross-country

Snowboard

Zell am See offers lakeside skiing, stunning views, varied terrain, modern lifts, and access to Kaprun and Saalbach. With the Alpin Card and new lifts linking the ski areas, the 77km ski area of Zell am See now links with the extensive 270km of terrain at the Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Ski Circus, giving you access to the vast skiing landscape of Zell am See's neighbouring region.

Runs

Blue: 199km
Red: 163km
Black: 46km

Additional Ski Details

Ski area:
408km
Resort altitude:
760m
Ski Altitude:
760m - 3029m
Lift Ski Lockers:
No
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Discover Zell am See

Zell am See's pedestrianised town centre is perched on the edge of Lake Zell and the atmosphere is lively with regular music events and festivals. The panoramic viewing platform 'Top of Salzburg' is a must-visit with spectacular scenery at 3,029m above sea level.

Skiing in Zell am See offers an exceptional alpine experience, combining breath taking natural beauty with diverse and well-maintained slopes suitable for all skill levels. Few mountain views are as stunning as the sight you are greeted with at the top of the Schmittenhöhe mountain, just above Zell am See.

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Things to do in Zell am See

The Freizeitzentrum Zell Am See and indoor swimming pool are located in Zell am See, next to the ice rink. The adventure pool, slide and diving tower inspire both big and small guests. You can relax in the spa area, with various types of sauna and infrared cabin.

The Tauern Spa is just a few minutes drive from Zell am See. On an area of over 20,000m² you will find a fabulous spa complex with over 13 saunas, steam baths and much more. There are also 20 pools in the Tauern Spa, offering sensational views of the surrounding mountains around the Kitzsteinhorn.

Lake Zell freezes over in winter and turns into a breathtakingly beautiful ice rink. Glide around in stunning natural surroundings, or grab a stick and play some ice hockey.

If the winter is too warm for safe ice skating on Lake Zell, then lace up your skates at the resort's indoor rink.

Take a guided tour through untouched snowy forests and mountain sides, exploring areas even the skiers and snowboarders don't get to see. Winter hiking and snowshoeing allows you to discover the landscape and experience it at your own pace. The winter hiking trails around Zell am See are all cleared and well sign posted. If you'd prefer to venture more 'off piste' snowshoeing is the best option as you'll be wading through fresh snow so you get to decide your own path to take.

Tobogganing is an essential part of all ski holidays, regardless of age. All around Zell am See there are several excellently groomed toboggan runs for you to race down with friends and family. Not only is Zell am See home to the world's longest toboggan run, but you'll even find and all-year round toboggan run in the region - The Maisi Flitzer.

The snow park in Zell am See, located on the Schmittenhöhe, offers a diverse setup with butter boxes, wave boxes, kickers, and rails. It's perfect for both beginners and advanced riders to practice and hone their freestyle skills. The park is adjacent to the Funslope XXL, providing additional fun and challenges for snowboarders and skiers alike.

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