Der Schütthof
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Summary of reviews'Der Schütthof' hotel impresses visitors with its strategic and picturesque location nestled between Kaprun and Zell am See. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's proximity to essential amenities, including transport connections and scenic spots like Lake Zell, making it an ideal base for various activities. Its close distance to ski slopes, lifts, cycling routes and hiking trails makes it a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts and sports lovers. The convenience of exploring the charming town of Zell am See with its numerous restaurants and cafes, along with straightforward travel options due to nearby bus and railway stations, adds to the hotel's appeal.
The breakfast at 'Der Schütthof' garners considerable praise for its quality, variety and extensive options with many guests describing it as one of the best they've ever experienced. The rich and abundant buffet offers a wide selection of dishes, catering to different tastes, while the quality and delicious nature of the food, both hot and cold, enhance the dining experience. Despite some minor critiques of repetition, the breakfast remains a standout feature.
Dinner at the hotel also receives high acclaim for its varied and excellent cuisine, offering an international buffet that satisfies diverse palates. Guests enjoy the broad selection of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes, all of which are consistently noted as tasty and plentiful. The well-managed buffet and extensive wine choices, paired with good service, contribute to a memorable dining experience. Additionally, the affiliated Hotel Latini offers an outstanding dining option.
Cleanliness is another area where 'Der Schütthof' excels with guests consistently commending the hotel's high standards. The premises, rooms and wellness areas are described as very clean with diligent daily cleaning services ensuring comfort. The well-maintained sauna and pool area further enhance the positive guest experience. The staff’s friendliness and attentiveness, along with meticulous COVID disinfection protocols, significantly contribute to the hotel's welcoming environment.
The staff at 'Der Schütthof' are frequently highlighted for their exceptional service. The warm and welcoming receptionists and hotel personnel ensure that guests feel comfortable and cared for throughout their stay. Their attentiveness, helpfulness and accommodating nature create a pleasant and inviting atmosphere, further enhancing the overall experience.
However, the hotel does face some challenges, particularly with its WiFi service, which many guests found weak or unreliable. Room experiences are mixed with some guests appreciating the cleanliness and comfort, while others noted the small size and lack of certain amenities. Noise from nearby church bells and occasional discomfort from firm mattresses were additional points of contention.
Parking facilities at 'Der Schütthof' offer a range of options, including an underground parking lot and heated storage for ski equipment, though some guests faced challenges with availability during peak times.
Overall, 'Der Schütthof' provides a well-rounded experience with its stellar location, excellent dining options, cleanliness and exceptional staff, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking relaxation, sports and local exploration.
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The breakfast at 'Der Schütthof' garners considerable praise for its quality, variety and extensive options with many guests describing it as one of the best they've ever experienced. The rich and abundant buffet offers a wide selection of dishes, catering to different tastes, while the quality and delicious nature of the food, both hot and cold, enhance the dining experience. Despite some minor critiques of repetition, the breakfast remains a standout feature.
Dinner at the hotel also receives high acclaim for its varied and excellent cuisine, offering an international buffet that satisfies diverse palates. Guests enjoy the broad selection of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes, all of which are consistently noted as tasty and plentiful. The well-managed buffet and extensive wine choices, paired with good service, contribute to a memorable dining experience. Additionally, the affiliated Hotel Latini offers an outstanding dining option.
Cleanliness is another area where 'Der Schütthof' excels with guests consistently commending the hotel's high standards. The premises, rooms and wellness areas are described as very clean with diligent daily cleaning services ensuring comfort. The well-maintained sauna and pool area further enhance the positive guest experience. The staff’s friendliness and attentiveness, along with meticulous COVID disinfection protocols, significantly contribute to the hotel's welcoming environment.
The staff at 'Der Schütthof' are frequently highlighted for their exceptional service. The warm and welcoming receptionists and hotel personnel ensure that guests feel comfortable and cared for throughout their stay. Their attentiveness, helpfulness and accommodating nature create a pleasant and inviting atmosphere, further enhancing the overall experience.
However, the hotel does face some challenges, particularly with its WiFi service, which many guests found weak or unreliable. Room experiences are mixed with some guests appreciating the cleanliness and comfort, while others noted the small size and lack of certain amenities. Noise from nearby church bells and occasional discomfort from firm mattresses were additional points of contention.
Parking facilities at 'Der Schütthof' offer a range of options, including an underground parking lot and heated storage for ski equipment, though some guests faced challenges with availability during peak times.
Overall, 'Der Schütthof' provides a well-rounded experience with its stellar location, excellent dining options, cleanliness and exceptional staff, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking relaxation, sports and local exploration.
Hotel near Golf Courses
This hotel is located directly adjacent to the Golfclub Zell am See-Kaprun. Guests benefit from immediate proximity and easy access to the 36-hole championship courses.
Hotel near Ski Resorts
Situated on Kitzsteinhornstraße, it provides access to ski slopes and related winter activities. The hotel offers amenities suitable for ski travelers.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Der Schütthof is supplied with 100% green electricity, with over 90% coming from climate-friendly hydropower. They use heat recovery for cold stores and ventilation systems, primarily LED lamps for lighting, and pellets as a renewable energy source for heating and hot water. The hotel has a waste management system for precise separation and disposal and prioritizes buying regionally.
Dog Friendly Hotel
This hotel is pet-friendly.
Hotel with Parking
Der Schütthof offers free outdoor parking around the hotel, subject to availability. An underground garage is also available for a surcharge. They have an e-charging station as well.
EV charging stations
Hotel with EV Charging Stations
This hotel is tagged in the database as having EV charging facilities available for guests.
Hotel for Honeymoon
Hotel with Spa
Family Friendly Hotel
Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Hotel with Gym
3-Star Hotel
About Der Schütthof
License: 50628-001085-2020
Guest Reviews
Location
The central positioning allows guests to comfortably explore the charming Zell am See with its abundance of restaurants and cafes. Additionally, the hotel's strategic location by the bus and railway stations ensures straightforward travel options for those exploring further afield.
Guests also commend the hotel's cleanliness and the warm, pleasant environment it provides with comfortable rooms, a pleasant wellness area and excellent dining options. The staff has been described as wonderful and attentive, adding to the well-rounded experience of staying at 'Der Schütthof.'
In summary, 'Der Schütthof' impresses with its strategic and scenic location, making it a favored choice for visitors keen on sports, relaxation and local exploration.
Breakfast
The quality of the breakfast is often emphasized with several reviews mentioning its delicious and tasty nature. Guests also commend the breakfast for being hearty and well-maintained with a focus on providing both hot and cold options. Some visitors highlight the friendly staff who contribute to the positive dining experience.
However, a few reviews mention that while the breakfast is generally good, it can feel repetitive with limited variation from day to day. Despite these minor critiques, the overall impression is that the breakfast at Der Schütthof is a standout feature of the hotel, contributing significantly to a pleasant stay.
Dinner
The quality of the food doesn't waver with many guests mentioning that the meals are top-notch and first-class. The buffet is well managed and replenished quickly, maintaining a fresh and abundant dining experience. Despite the occasional complaint about the cost relative to the quality of the dinner, the majority of reviews are positive, emphasizing both the diversity and excellence of the cuisine.
Furthermore, the dinner service extends to the affiliated Hotel Latini, where guests have reported an outstanding dining experience as well. Good service and an extensive choice of wines complement the dining experience, elevating it to a memorable part of their stay.
For those who enjoy both breakfast and dinner buffets, Der Schütthof ensures a satisfying and diverse culinary journey, making it a favorable option for travelers seeking quality and variety in their meals.
Rooms
However, several reviews highlighted that the rooms were on the smaller side, occasionally lacking essential amenities like a refrigerator, iron or coffee machine. The bathrooms and some of the room decor appeared outdated to some guests, though they remained clean.
Guest impressions of room size varied widely with both small and spacious room experiences mentioned. The junior rooms and certain larger rooms received praise for their size and ample storage. A standout for many was the welcoming atmosphere, particularly in rooms with balconies offering great views.
Noise could be an issue, especially with the nearby church bells ringing frequently. Despite this, the warm and snug beds received positive remarks for their comfort, although the sofa beds were less appreciated.
Overall, 'Der Schütthof' delivers a clean and comfortable stay with some room for improvement in modernizing its facilities and ensuring room sizes and amenities align better with guest expectations.
Beds
However, opinions about the mattresses varied significantly. Several guests experienced discomfort, describing mattresses as rock hard and even comparing the feeling to sleeping on the floor. Some mattresses were noted as sagging, thin or creaky, leading to disrupted sleep. Additionally, there were issues with bed slats and short blankets. For families, the comfort level of the sofa beds provided for children was equally disappointing.
While the beds themselves received praise from some visitors, inconsistency in comfort suggests that the hotel may need to consider replacing and upgrading some of their bedding to ensure a consistently restful experience for all guests.
Cleanliness
Staff
Additionally, the staff at the hotel restaurant have been commended for their friendliness and welcoming demeanor, contributing to an overall positive dining experience. The combination of skilled, pleasant and professional staff members creates a pleasant and inviting atmosphere at Der Schütthof.
The hotel also benefits from its excellent connectivity to local buses and trains and the summer card provided by the hotel is a beneficial perk, allowing guests to use various local transportation options such as cable cars and buses. This accessibility, combined with the dedicated and friendly staff, makes Der Schütthof a highly recommended destination for travelers looking for warm hospitality and convenience.
Wi-Fi
Parking
While the hotel's direct parking spaces are limited with some guests noting the challenge of finding a spot and the need to search and walk longer distances, there is mention of free parking around the nearby Hotel Latini. However, the number of these free spots is also limited and can be insufficient during busier times.
In addition to parking, guests have access to heated storage for skis and ski boots, beneficial for those visiting during the ski season. Despite some challenges with availability, overall parking facilities are generally well-received for their proximity to the ski lifts and the variety of options provided.
Ski
No, Der Schütthof doesn't have any pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Der Schütthof.
Yes, Der Schütthof welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Der Schütthof.
Yes, Der Schütthof has a gym.
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