The Schmittenhof is a 4-star hotel at the foot of the Schmittenhöhe, right next to the ski slopes and just 650 ft from the cable car. All rooms have a furnished balcony overlooking Lake Zell or the mountains. The bright and elegant non-smoking rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV, a safe, and a bathroom with bathrobes, hairdryer, and make-up mirror. Hotel Der Schmittenhof’s Mediterranean-style spa area includes several saunas and a herbal steam bath. Guests can use it on weekdays. International dishes, Austrian specialties, and fine wines from the wine cellar are served in the restaurant. Guests can also enjoy homemade schnapps and a healthy breakfast buffet. The ski storage room features a ski boot dryer. Guests can rent regular and electric bicycles and use the on-site pottery facilities and take part in pottery workshops. Free private parking is available on site. The center of Zell am See can be reached in a 15-minute walk. From mid-May to mid-October, the Zell am See-Kaprun Card is included in the rates. This card includes many free benefits and discounts, including free use of the cable cars.