Hotel Sonnalp, Kirchberg, Austria

· 4 minutes’ walk to the ski bus stop (approx. 10 minutes’ ride on the free shuttle service to the ski school meeting point) · 18 minutes’ walk to the Maierlbahn lift · 30 minutes’ walk to the resort centre and ski school meeting point

Hotel Sonnalp’s in the laid-back village of Kirchberg, just outside Kitzbühel – so you’ll get easy access to the same top-tier ski area, without the premium price tag. It’s just a short wander to the ski bus stop, and from there, you’re whisked up to the mountain in ten (and it’s totally free). It even drops you right by the ski school meeting point, which is a bit of a win if you're new to the slopes. Back at the hotel, it’s all about recharging and getting cosy – there’s an indoor pool and a wellness area with saunas, a steam bath and an infrared cabin. Massages and treatments are on offer too, if you’re after a bit more pampering.

From the outside, it’s a classic Austrian chalet-style building – think timber detailing, cream walls and a snow-covered roof that looks right at home against the pine-covered hills. Inside, things are comfy with a touch of alpine charm. Rooms are done up in soft neutrals, light wood and rich burgundy tones.

Food-wise, you’ll start the day with a buffet breakfast stacked with Continental staples – cereals, toast, cold cuts and cheeses – plus hot picks like bacon, eggs and sausages. Come evening, there’s a four-course buffet dinner, complete with a salad bar and weekly Tyrolean dishes. And if you fancy something to sip, the rustic hotel bar’s got you covered with cocktails, aperitifs and a solid wine list.

· indoor pool (open 7am-8pm – flip flops/pool shoes required) · wellness area (open 4-8pm) · Finnish and bio saunas with a textile-free area (no clothing permitted) for those aged 16 and over · infrared cabin · steam bath · extra charge for massages and treatments – ranging from approx. €10-100 for 15-60 minutes massages (bookable and payable locally) · bathrobes available from reception · fitness room (open 7am-8pm) · bar · reception with fireplace · kids’ play area · boot room with heated boot rack · free WiFi · lift to all floors

Half Board

· hot and cold buffet breakfast · 4-course buffet evening meal with a salad buffet, and a selection of local Tyrolean specialties once per week · kids’ menu available · New Year’s Eve gala meals included

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

All rooms have a flatscreen TV, hairdryer, telephone and safe.

Double room (approx. 22m²) - sleeps 2: Double bed, private shower and WC.

Double room (approx. 22-29m²) - sleeps 2-3: Double bed, extra single sofa-bed in bedroom when booked for three, private bath and WC.

Double room (approx. 22-29m²) - sleeps 2-4: Double bed, extra double sofa-bed in bedroom when booked for four, private bath with shower and WC.

Cots are available to hire for an extra charge, on request (subject to availability).

Please note: Bed linen and towel changes are available on request, free of charge.