Romantik Hotel

  • Austria, Zell am See

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The historic Romantik Hotel dates back to the 15th century and is set on the edge of Zell am See's medieval pedestrianised centre and close to the lake. Full of charm and attractive traditional features, it has a warm and welcoming feel provided by the Hörl family.

Austrian hospitality

The Hörl family offers the best of Austrian hospitality. The photographs and mementoes on the hotel's walls tell a tale of the four generations who have offered excellent service to their guests.

Spend some time in the rustic bar and lounge area soaking in the cosy, welcoming atmosphere.

Hotel shuttle

Set on the edge of Zell am See's medieval pedestrianised centre, close to the lake, the Romantik Hotel has a great central location close to the resort's cafes, bars and shops.

You have easy access to the ski slopes too with the hotel shuttle which runs from 8:45 - 9:30am.

Indoor, outdoor pool

After a day exploring the slopes there is nothing better than coming back for a dip in the pool. The two-story wellness area includes everything you need to relax and rejuvenate including a Finnish sauna, Swiss pine bio sauna, salt team bath, infrared cabin, relaxation lounge, and jacuzzi.

Sustainability

The property has made huge efforts towards sustainability and have their own energy concept which uses solar power for some facilities. You will find a number of energy-saving concepts in the hotel including waste separation, LED lighting and the greening of flat rooves and creation of roof terraces.

Exclusive to Inghams

As a ski specialist tour operator we carefully select the very best accommodation in our resorts and package them with flights and transfers, so that you can make the most of your holiday. We have an exclusive agreement with Romantik Hotel the only UK tour operator to package and sell holidays here - all the more reason to book with Inghams today!

Why is this an Inghams' Choice property?

Great location - With a central location in Zell am See and a hotel shuttle to the lifts, the Hotel Romantik is ideally placed for your ski holiday.

Traditional hotel - We love hotels with charm and the Hotel Romantik offers it in spades. Traditional alpine style can be found throughout with modern touches.

Wellness area - An indoor, outdoor swimming pool and extensive wellness facilities are the perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes.

Added value

Early booking offer available (ends 31 Oct)

Free shuttle bus to lift (8.45-9.30am)

Free daily afternoon après ski snacks

Welcome drink

Zell am See

  • Skiing to 3,029 metres
  • 408 kilometres of pistes
  • Transfer approx. 1 hour 30 mins
  • Resort altitude of 760 metres

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. Nestled in the Austrian Alps, this picturesque town stands out as a premier destination for ski enthusiasts and families alike. Few mountain views are as breath-taking as the sight you are greeted with at the top of the Schmittenhöhe mountain, just above Zell am See. Zell am See's pedestrianised town centre is perched on the edge of Lake Zell and the atmosphere is boosted by regular music events and festivals. The panoramic viewing platform 'Top of Salzburg' is a must with spectacular scenery at 3029m above sea level.

Skiing and snowboarding in Zell am See

The slopes in Zell am See cater to a wide range of skiing abilities, making it a versatile destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

The 138km Zell am See-Kaprun ski area is most famously known for the Schmittenhöhe mountain in Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier at nearby Kaprun which are conveniently linked by a free ski bus. Families are well catered for with a dedicated kid’s slope on the Schmittenhöhe in Zell featuring a combination of obstacles, tunnels and slalom course, and Kaprun’s Maiskogel mountain which is home to wide open, gentle slopes for learning and special kids’ meals at local restaurants.

With the Alpin Card and the 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. From Schmittenhöhe Mountain (Zell am See) side it is possible to ski down to the middle station, then either take the prepared ski route to the bottom or take the section 1 gondola. Once at the bottom it is a short five minute bus which runs every 20 minutes to Saalbach. On return you can choose to ski back to the Zell connection lift or return on the shuttle bus. Alongside the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun, the whole Alpin Card area totals 408km of premium varied slopes including 121 lifts.

Where to stay in Zell am See

Throughout Zell am See, we have a range of fantastic hotels to choose from. Hotel Grand is located on the lake and offers fantastic scenic views as well as direct access to the resort centre. The Romantik Hotel has a leisure area with an interconnecting indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool with views of the peaks. Hotel Berner is a family run hotel in an elevated ski-in position just above the City Xpress Gondola. No matter what you'd like in terms of facilities and location, we're sure you'll find our hotels suit all your needs.

Bars and restaurants in Zell am See

The food in Zell am See is exceptional, featuring some of the finest fresh produce from local farmers. With a wide variety of dining options, you can enjoy a different ambiance each night. Pizzerias, inns, and mountain restaurants serve hearty meals to fuel you up and keep you warm. Meanwhile, cafés and bars provide a cosy atmosphere for evening drinks with friends. For a more upscale dining experience, Zell am See boasts nine award-winning restaurants, offering food enthusiasts some truly special culinary delights.

The resort offers a good selection of sports bars, cocktail lounges, and clubs for those of you seeking a late night out. Apres-ski in Zell am See leans more towards traditional Austrian style, distinct from the bustling scenes in larger resorts like St. Anton or Mayrhofen. However, you can still have plenty of fun while spending less on beer, wine, and cocktails!

What's included in an Inghams ski holiday to Zell am See

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, bed and breakfast, half board, all inclusive or full board. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 408 km
Runs 0 0 0
Longest run 6 Km
Snowparks

Rome Park fun park on the Schmitten, Glacier Park on the Kitzstienhorn - Snow park and Half Pipe. Saalbach - NITRO and Free ride park. Hinterglemm - Family and Snow Park. 

Lifts Drag lifts 38, Chairlifts 38, Cablecars 3
Slope direction N,E,S,W
Ski/resort bus True
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 48
  • No. of buildings: 3
  • No. of floors: 3
  • No. of interconnecting rooms: 1
  • Official rating: 4

Rooms

Sternchen (Starlight) twin rooms are around 17m² can sleep up to two. They have a bath or shower and a balcony.

Young & Royal twin rooms are in the annex. They have a shower and seating area and can sleep up to two.

Romantik Austrian twin rooms are around 18-20m² and have a bath or shower and a seating area. Some rooms can sleep up to three (extra single bed).

Kuschel (Cuddle) twin rooms are around 22m² and can also sleep up to three. These rooms have a shower, lounge area and balcony.

Pinzgauer and Pinzgauerin twin rooms are 30m² with a bath or shower. They have a balcony and seating or lounge area and can sleep up to three using a single sofa bed.

Gardensuite are in the annex, around 30m², and can sleep up to four. These suites have a shower, lounge area with double sofa bed and a balcony.

Annex is accessible underground through the garage.

Bedroom Facilities

  • TV
  • Safe
  • Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • Lift accessible: Yes
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • No. of steps into property: 3
  • Access ramp: No
Lift Passes

Lift Passes

Lift Passes  Days Season Adult
Youth
2006-2008
Child
2009-2018
Area Pass
(Alpin Card)
6 Low £322 £242 £162
High £359 £269 £180

The pass includes Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See, Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun, Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm and Leogang Fieberbrunn.

Season dates

    • Low season - 05 Apr 25 - end of season
    • High Season - all other dates

Children born from 2019 ski for free with an accompanying adult

Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment

(6 days) Please see here for a description of hire categories. 

6 days Category

Child

3 - 13 years

Youth

14 - 17 years

Adult

Skis Blue - £89 £111
Red £56 £111 £140
Black - - £162
Skis & boots Blue - £89 £152
Red £76 £123 £182
Black - - £203
Snowboard Red £56 - £111
Snowboard & boots Red £76 £123 £152

*Child snowboard equipment from 8 years

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Tuition Days Times Adult Child (4*-14yrs)
Ski Beginner 3/5 10am-12am & 1pm-3pm £196/£243 £196/£243
Ski Intermediate 3 10:30am-1pm £187 £196
Snowboard Beginner 3 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm £196 £196
Snowboard Intermediate 3 10:30am-1pm £161 £161

Ski school might be closed on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day. *Child snowboard tuition from 10yrs

Tuition begins on Mondays

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner = never skied before
  • Level 1 = advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 = low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 = Good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced = Fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Longitude: 12.799322
Latitude: 47.324667

  • Close to the pedestrian zone
  • Free shuttle to lifts 8:45am - 9:30am
  • Four minutes' walk (350 metres) to the City Xpress gondola
  • Two minutes' walk to the ski bus stop
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 15 mins from Salzburg airport

 

Facilities
  • Comfortable lounge with bar and open fireplace
  • Residents' and à la carte restaurants
  • Lovely vaulted stube with antiques
  • Leisure area with interconnecting indoor/outdoor pool, spa area with sauna, steam room, infrared cabin, whirlpool and relaxation room (free, swimsuits permitted)
  • New adult only 'Emotion Spa' area with saunas, steam room, infrared cabin and relaxation room
  • Beauty treatments, solarium and massages (pay locally)
  • Pool table & games room 
  • Wi-Fi internet access (free)
Meals
  • Hot and cold buffet breakfast
  • Four course evening meal with three choices of each course plus salad buffet
  • Various weekly speciality dinners and buffets
  • Christmas and New Year gala dinners included
  • Smart casual wear required at meal times
  • No of restaurants: 1
  • Breakfast service:

    Buffet

  • Dinner service:

    Waiter

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Diabetics - Insulin can be stored
  • Gluten Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

Special dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy free) can be catered for on request. Please inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. 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.

Transfers

Flights depart Saturdays to Salzburg.

Transfer time

  • Salzburg airport: approx. 2 hours by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available.

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