Spring 2019

27 Surrounded by the stunning lakes and mountains, hoteliers Christine and Klaus Kerbl really are living the Austrian dream, and they are happy to extend it to anyone who cares to visit. Hotel Stadt Wien is a family run hotel, based in the scenic Austrian town of Zell am See, nestled on the shores of the River Zell. Providing the ideal starting point for seeing the historic town, or exploring the stunning mountains and lakes which pepper the surrounding area of Salzburg, the hotel welcomes visitors from all over the world who are simply enchanted by the picturesque alpine location and the range of activities available to them. In the summertime, the hotel is a bustling hive of activity for those seeking some sunshine and fresh air. It is a haven for walkers, looking to hike through the hills, bathe in the waterfalls and experience the crisp, bright atmosphere. In the colder months, when fine, powdery snow covers the mountains, the hotel is awash with skiers and snowboarders, wanting an adrenaline-filled holiday, whilst being surrounded by the stunning natural beauty that Austria offers. “We run our hotel with plenty of love, dedication and commitment – our passion for the hotel business is practically in our blood,” enthuses hotel owner Christine Kerbl, the fourth generation of the family to be at the helm, along with her husband Klaus. “All of us, from the pot washer to the head waiter, want to provide our guests with an uncomplicated, easy-going and hearty atmosphere. Our main team consists of members who have grown up with us and have been a part of the ‘Stadt Wien Family’ for many, many years. They know how to pamper guests, using the best quality of food and drinks. They know return customers and their special requests and we are in the happy position to have a lot of return guests each and every year. Furthermore, we provide different training programmes to improve our skills.” It’s not just a warm welcome and a comfy bed that Hotel Stadt Wien offers to its guests, the wellness spa area in the hotel is an oasis of peace and relaxation. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing sauna or a soothing massage, a steam bath, Finnish sauna or the brine grotto. For water lovers, the spacious, heated whirlpool outdoor pool offers pure water luxury, or alternatively, Lake Zell is right on the doorstep for the ultimate alpine al fresco experience. With regards to the future, Christine and Klaus plan to continue to offer their high levels of customer service, along with great food and warm hospitality to all guests, but there are also a few little surprises in the pipeline. “We try to uphold everything to a very high standard that is also the reason why we are improving again,” enthuses Christine. “We have decided to make the swimming pool and the spa area completely new in June 2020 – of course to the highest standards. “Thankfully globalisation does not end at the border of Austria and Germany – we are very much looking forward to welcoming even more nations into our hotel from all over the world and we will not change our philosophy, which is to provide an uncomplicated, easy-going and hearty holiday, with the typical Austrian charm.” Company name: Hotel Stadt Wien Contact: Christine Kerbl Address: Schmittenstr. 41 5700 Zell am See – Austria Telephone: 0043 6542 762 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hotel-stadt-wien.com Hosted by Passion Retreat 1808LU36