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Large hotel by the lakeside with terrace and yellow boat in foreground
Modern lakeside hotel with passenger boat and mountain backdrop.
Hotel terrace with red chairs overlooking lake and mountains on a sunny day.
Elegant hotel room with wood paneling, leather armchairs, and large windows with mountain views.
Elegant, bright dining room with decorated tables and chairs in a hotel.
Elegant hotel lounge with wooden ceiling, chandeliers, and comfortable armchairs
Elegant hotel bar with wood paneling, black bar stools, and a selection of drinks.
Indoor hotel pool with blue columns, a swimmer, and a man wearing a bathrobe.
Large hotel building by the lake with mountains in the background under blue sky.
Snow-covered mountain landscape with a village by a frozen lake under clear sky.
Snow-covered lake with view of hotel and snowy mountains under clear sky.
Hotel by the shore of a deep blue lake with snow-covered mountains and clear blue sky
Bright hotel room with double bed, red sofa, and desk in modern design.
Living room with red furniture, rug, and balcony view with sea view.
Balcony with table, chairs, and view of lake, mountains, and hotel on a sunny day.
Cozy living room with sofa, round table, and red chairs beside two windows.
Modern hotel bathroom with double sinks and a walk-in shower with glass wall.
Bright hotel room with double bed, bedside lamps, small window, and desk.
Bright lounge with modern white loungers and large windows overlooking the city.
Woman relaxing in sauna with wooden walls and panoramic window overlooking mountains.
Couple in bathrobes relaxing on large terrace with mountain and lake view.
Österreich ∙ Salzburger Land ∙ Zell am See

Grand Hotel ****+

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Location

The exclusive Grand Hotel, with its luxurious and romantic style, is beautifully situated directly on Lake Zell on a private peninsula. The view from the hotel across the lake and the surrounding mountain panorama is breathtaking. The pedestrian zone and the center of Zell am See are within walking distance, inviting you to shop and stroll. The region is also ideal for sporting activities such as hiking or mountain biking. The Zell am See train station is just a few minutes away, ensuring good connections.
Especially in winter:
The City-Express gondola lift and ski school are approximately 500 m away (daily shuttle service to and from the mountain lift as per notice included), ski rental is about 350 m away, and the cross-country ski trail is about 3 km away. Winter hiking trails start directly from the hotel.
Large hotel building by the lake with mountains in the background under blue sky.
Snow-covered mountain landscape with a village by a frozen lake under clear sky.
Snow-covered lake with view of hotel and snowy mountains under clear sky.
Hotel by the shore of a deep blue lake with snow-covered mountains and clear blue sky

Facilities

The elegant Grand Hotel combines traditional alpine charm with a touch of nostalgia, offering a total of 131 rooms with upscale and graceful furnishings. The impressive accommodation also features a private beach on the lake with loungers and deck chairs, two restaurants, 'Kaisersaal' and 'Belvedere', spread over 2 floors, serving creative dishes made from carefully selected ingredients, a cozy Grand Café with a sun terrace, an elegant 'Imperial Café Bar', and the 'See Bar'. There are 4 elevators, beautiful garden grounds, and a casino with a sophisticated ambiance. For moments of well-being and wonderful relaxation, there is the lake-side 'Classic Spa' as well as the 'Grand Spa' on the upper floor. The Grand Hotel is also very well-equipped for families with children and is pet-friendly for four-legged companions.

Accommodation

Double Room Comfort

These elegant and bright comfort rooms with a balcony facing the lake can accommodate a comfortable double bed. They feature a bathroom with a bathtub or shower, toilet, hairdryer, bathrobes for adults and children, slippers, and cable TV, telephone, Wi-Fi (incl.), integrated radio in the TV, minibar (for a fee), and a safe (approx. 21m², DKO).

Bright hotel room with double bed, red sofa, and desk in modern design.

Double Room Comfort Type A

These slightly more spacious comfort rooms do not have a balcony and, in addition to the double bed, also include a sofa bed and a separate toilet (approx. 30m², DKA).

Family Room

The traditional and cozy rooms offer space for the whole family and have a bedroom with a double bed and a separate living/sleeping area with a bunk bed (approx. 1.80 m long). Additionally, there is a small dining area, a separate toilet, and a balcony facing the lake (approx. 44m², DF2).

Living room with red furniture, rug, and balcony view with sea view.
Balcony with table, chairs, and view of lake, mountains, and hotel on a sunny day.
Cozy living room with sofa, round table, and red chairs beside two windows.
Modern hotel bathroom with double sinks and a walk-in shower with glass wall.
Bright hotel room with double bed, bedside lamps, small window, and desk.

Junior Suite

The renovated junior suites feature a double bed on a mezzanine level and a living area with a sofa bed and an extra bed (depending on occupancy) on the lower level of the room. In addition to the bathroom, there is also a separate toilet, a cozy seating area, and a balcony facing the lake (approx. 45m², JS2).

Meals

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet (cold/hot) with vitality corner from 7-10:30 am

Half Board

* Breakfast buffet (cold/hot) with vitality corner 7-10:30 am
* Evenings from 6:30 pm to 9 pm: 4-course menu of choice (from the half-board menu with up to 12 dishes) or buffet with a vegetarian option, daily salad buffet
* Afternoon snack at the Imperial Bar with savory and sweet snacks
* Daily 1 child's menu option for dinner
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Lactose-free and gluten-free cuisine is available upon prior reservation at the hotel.
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Winter: On December 31st, a New Year's Eve gala dinner (6 courses), midnight snack, 1 glass of sparkling wine, New Year's Eve party with live music and fireworks - optional surcharge of €125 per person payable on site (children up to 12 years €70).

Sports included

* Fitness and cardio room open from 7 am to 9 pm
* Rental of pedal boats, bicycles (city bikes, mountain bikes & children's bikes subject to availability)
* Introductory sailing lesson once a week

Sports for a fee

* Nordic walking, hiking tours, bike tours, and e-bike rental

Children's program

* Baby bed for children up to 2 years included, reservation required
* July and August: Childcare (from 3 years) Monday-Friday for 6 hours per day
* Kids' club and public playground (approx. 30 m)
* Includes baby equipment such as bottle warmer, baby monitor, changing mats, diaper pail, baby baths
* High chairs and cribs available upon prior request
* Baby-sitting service available for a fee

Wellness

* "Classic" wellness area (approx. 500 m²) with indoor pool (12 x 7 m) and open access to the sunbathing lawn with loungers and umbrellas, children's pool, whirlpool, and 2 saunas
* "Grand Spa" wellness area for guests aged 16 and over (approx. 1,000 m²) on the upper floors of the wellness wing with magnificent lake views and a sauna world with a Finnish sauna, herbal sauna, tepidarium, brine steam bath, Turkish steam bath, and infrared cabin, as well as spacious relaxation rooms and a terrace with breathtaking lake views.
* Included in the "Grand Spa": healthy vitality corner with tea, fruit, and water
* For a fee: massages and exclusive treatments
Bright lounge with modern white loungers and large windows overlooking the city.
Woman relaxing in sauna with wooden walls and panoramic window overlooking mountains.
Couple in bathrobes relaxing on large terrace with mountain and lake view.

Entertainment

* Live music with dancing several times a week

Hotel services

* Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel
* Transfer from/to Zell am See train station included (advance reservation required at the hotel)
* Complimentary bottle of water and fruit basket upon arrival

Hotel features

  • Family friendly
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Luxury travelers
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Spa
  • Hiking
  • Central location
  • Wi-Fi

Note

NEW from Summer 2025: For all guests staying in the state of Salzburg from May 1st, 2025, there will be a new charge, the "Mobility Tax". This fee will be collected along with the local tax per overnight stay and will be used to fund the expansion of transportation. In return, all guests will receive free use of public transportation in their vacation destination. The tax must be paid regardless of whether public transport is used.
- The Mobility Tax is a legally mandated fee and must be paid for all liable overnight stays.
- From May 1st, 2025: €0.50, with gradual increases, from May 1st, 2027: €1.10.
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Dogs allowed for a fee of €25,-/night per dog (payable on site)
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Garage €10,-/day (payable on site) - In winter: €12/day.
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Local tax/Mobility tax payable on site for guests aged 15 and over
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Information for guests with reduced mobility:
Due to the building's structure, the hotel is unfortunately not fully accessible. Access for wheelchair users is limited, as some areas are accessible only by stairs and there is no continuous barrier-free access. We want all our guests to feel comfortable. Should you have any questions about accessibility or individual needs, we and the hotel team are always happy to provide information and support.
* Address:
Esplanade Nr. 4-6
A-5700 Zell am See
Phone: +43 06542 788
Email: info@grandhotel-zellamsee.at

Seasonal information

The following services are included in summer:
* all public transport (bus/train) in the state of Salzburg
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Especially in winter:
Includes the use of public transport (bus/train) in the state of Salzburg. For a fee: sledding and horse-drawn sleigh rides; Included once a week: torchlight hike and night watchman's walk.

Country category

4.5 Sterne