to Cocktails Under the Stars
A summer day at the GRAND HOTEL ZELL AM SEE begins with a view that creates an instant holiday feeling. From your room, Lake Zell stretches out before you, framed by the surrounding mountains. Open the balcony door, breathe in the fresh Alpine air and enjoy the unique tranquillity of our private peninsula.
At our lakeside hotel in Zell am See, the lake accompanies you throughout the day – from your first coffee in the morning to your final cocktail in the evening.
Breakfast overlooking Lake Zell
How would you like to begin your summer holiday in Zell am See? With a private breakfast on your room balcony or an extensive breakfast buffet on our lakeside terrace?
On your private balcony, you can enjoy a peaceful start to the morning. As the first rays of sunshine shimmer on the water, take your time over breakfast while admiring the beautiful views of Lake Zell and the surrounding mountains.
If you prefer a wider selection, begin your day on our lakeside terrace. Our breakfast buffet is served until 10:30 am and features fresh bread and pastries, savoury and sweet specialities, and aromatic coffee. Everything tastes just a little better with a panoramic view of the lake and mountains.
Discover Zell am See’s local mountain
After breakfast, the Schmittenhöhe awaits. Zell am See’s local mountain offers countless ways to spend a summer day in the Alps. Follow one of the scenic hiking trails, explore the Alpine landscape or simply enjoy the magnificent panorama.
Whether you are looking for an active hike or a leisurely day in the mountains, the Schmittenhöhe offers impressive views over Lake Zell, the surrounding peaks and the Zell am See-Kaprun holiday region.
Explore Lake Zell by bike
Would you prefer to stay in the valley? Hire a bicycle directly from the hotel and discover the area on two wheels. A cycling tour around Lake Zell combines outdoor activity, nature and ever-changing views of the water and mountains.
Take one of our lovingly prepared picnic baskets with you and find your own favourite spot by the lake. Simply stop, spread out your picnic blanket and enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by nature.
Relax on our private lakeside lawn
Sometimes the best holiday plan is to have no plan at all. Our private lakeside lawn offers plenty of space to relax directly beside Lake Zell. Make yourself comfortable on a sun lounger, read a good book or simply watch the boats gliding across the water.
If you would like to experience the lake more actively, you can hire a pedal boat or stand-up paddleboard directly from the hotel. It is a wonderful way to explore Lake Zell from a different perspective – and to admire our private peninsula from the water.
A relaxing break at the SPA
From 11:00 am, our SPA team will pamper you with a selection of soothing treatments. Treat yourself to a massage, a beauty treatment or some valuable time to unwind and allow both body and mind to relax.
A SPA treatment is the perfect addition to a peaceful day by the lake, but it is equally rewarding after hiking on the Schmittenhöhe or cycling around Lake Zell. Afterwards, continue your relaxing experience in our quiet relaxation areas or panoramic saunas overlooking the lake.
Afternoon refreshments with panoramic views
From 3:30 pm, we invite you to enjoy our afternoon snack in the bar. Here, too, beautiful views of Lake Zell and the surrounding mountains provide the perfect backdrop.
Enjoy a light refreshment, reflect on the experiences of the day or treat yourself to a delicious ice cream sundae prepared by our bar team. The outdoor terrace is an especially lovely place to savour a leisurely summer afternoon.
Dinner on the lakeside terrace
From 6:30 pm, it is time for the culinary highlight of your day. Weather permitting, we welcome you for dinner on our lakeside terrace directly beside Lake Zell.
As you enjoy our five-course gourmet dinner, tranquillity gradually returns to the private peninsula. The light begins to soften, the mountains are reflected in the water and the evening settles over the lake. Fine cuisine and an exceptional setting come together to create a memorable dining experience.
Cocktails by the lake
Your evening does not have to end after dinner. The Seebar and its beautiful terrace invite you to stay a little longer.
Order your favourite cocktail, enjoy the special atmosphere beside the water and reflect on your day: breakfast with a lake view, hiking in the mountains, a picnic beside Lake Zell, relaxing hours on our private lawn or a soothing SPA experience.
As night slowly falls over Lake Zell, you can already look forward to the following morning – because another breakfast by the lake is waiting for you.
Even more included from summer 2027
From summer 2027, the GRAND HOTEL ZELL AM SEE will be an official partner of the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card. The Summer Card will be included in the price of your stay with us.
Look forward to numerous included experiences and attractive benefits throughout the region. These include rides on selected mountain lifts to the Schmittenhöhe, Kitzsteinhorn and Maiskogel, boat trips on Lake Zell, and many other nature, cultural and family attractions.
The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card gives you even more opportunities to combine relaxing days on our private peninsula with memorable experiences throughout the region.
