Alpenhertz Hotel, Gerlos, Austria

· 2 minutes’ walk to the centre of Gerlos · ski-in on the Gerlos red run · 2 minutes’ walk to the Dorfbahn ski lift · 18 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting point · 10 minutes’ walk to the nursery slopes · 1 minute’s walk to the ski bus stop

Hotel Alpenhertz is your traditional Tyrolean stay – where, if conditions are good, you can ski right back to the door down the 31a red run. If you’re not quite ready for that, the Dorfbahn ski lift is just a 2 minutes’ walk away, along with the centre of Gerlos, which is dotted with bars, cafes and restaurants – perfect for an après-ski bite or a cheeky nightcap.

Inside, it’s all about classic alpine charm – think warm tones, hand-carved wooden ceilings and pine-panelled walls. The rooms are spacious, light-filled and full of all the cosy, alpine decor you’d imagine.

And when the skis are off, there’s plenty to enjoy off the slopes too. Mornings start with a big breakfast buffet – fresh, local and totally worth getting out of bed for. In the evenings, kick back with a drink in the bar, with its crackling fireplace to set the mood. Or, if you need to recharge, warm up in the sauna and infrared cabin.

· bar (8am to 10pm) · lounge · fireplace · sauna · infrared cabin · boot room with ski lockers and heated boot rack · free WiFi throughout · lifts to all floors

Bed and Breakfast

· hot and cold buffet breakfast (7.30am – 10am) · vegetarian options are available · dairy-free options available on request · gluten-free options available on request · welcome drink on arrival

All rooms are non-smoking and have a TV with English channels, hairdryer, safe and fridge.

Twin room – sleeps 2 : Austrian twin bed, lounge area, private bathroom with shower and WC.

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

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

Bathrobes and slippers are available from reception, free of charge, on request.