Alpenhotel Tirol, Galtur, Austria

· 3 minutes' walk to the village centre and ski bus stop · 5 minutes' bus ride to the Galtur lifts · 14 minutes' bus ride to the Silvrettabahn in Ischgl · buses run every 20 minutes throughout the day in peak season · cross-country tracks behind the hotel · 5 minutes' bus ride to the ski school meeting point

Please note: Alpenhotel Tirol is located up a fairly steep driveway, approximately 30-40m long. You'll need to walk up the hill with your luggage on arrival, as the coach can't get up there, but our team are usually on hand to make things easier. To save tackling the hill in ski boots, the Alpenhotel has an agreement with a nearby hire shop, where you can leave your ski equipment free of charge for the duration of your stay.

Family-run for generations, it won’t take you long to feel at home at the Alpenhof. The staff really go the extra mile too – from sharing tips on where to ski, to catering for special diets at dinnertime. As for the location, you’re in a peaceful spot between the river and snow-covered meadows. It’s only a short stroll to the village centre too, and when it’s time to hit the slopes, you’re moments from a ski bus stop.

After a session on the snow, unwind the Austrian way and head straight for sauna in the hotel wellness area. Or make tracks to the bar and get the après drinks in before finding a spot in the lounge to chat about the ski day. And when dinnertime rolls around, sit down to savour 4-course meals filled with delicious regional dishes, like cheesy dumplings and fresh, flaky pastries.

Ready for bed? The spacious rooms have an authentic alpine feel, with wooden ceilings and panelled walls. And some of them have balconies too, so you can step out to admire the views before turning in.

· free WiFi throughout · bar · lounge · wellness area with Finnish sauna, steam bath, hot tub and relaxation area · ski room with heated boot rack · 38 rooms · lift to all floors

All rooms have a hairdryer, safe, satellite TV and bathrobes.

Twin room - sleeps 2: Austrian twin beds, private shower and WC.

Twin room - sleeps 2-3: Austrian twin beds, seating area with extra single sofa bed (175cm long), private bath or shower, separate WC and balcony.

Single r oom - sleeps 1: single bed, private shower and WC.

Austrian twin beds
Austrian twin beds are very common in Central Europe. They’re simply one large bed frame containing two single mattresses, both with separate duvets and linen sets, that cannot be separated. Separate twin beds are less common and can often be head to head beds, rather than side by side, if they are available.

Half Board

· welcome drink · buffet breakfast · daily afternoon snack including Austrian pastries and cakes (3-5.30pm) · 4-course evening meal with a choice of main course, and daily salad buffet · daily vegetarian option · Christmas and New Year's Eve gala meal

Many Austrian hotels do not serve free tap water with meals.

When you arrive in the resort, the coach isn’t able to take you right up to the entrance of the Alpenhotel, so you’ll be dropped off at the bottom of the driveway. From there, it’ll be a 1-minute uphill walk.