Eco-friendly hotels in Zell am See

A carefully selected list of eco-friendly hotels in Zell am See, chosen for location, atmosphere, and overall quality.

Of these 15: 12 with a sauna, 8 with an airport shuttle, 7 with a steam room, 6 with massage treatments.

Updated September 2026

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Zell am See sits on the shore of Lake Zell beneath the Kitzbühel Alps and serves as the district’s administrative centre. Winters favour alpine sports such as skiing, while summer brings milder, sunnier conditions for lakeside and mountain activities.

Winter sports Feb–Dec Summer lakeside and hiking Jun–Aug Sunniest period Jun–Jul

Schmittenhöhe
Prominent mountain peak with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Alps. Tip: reachable by cable car and used for hiking, sightseeing and winter skiing.
Zell am See Lake Promenade
Lakeside walking route with shoreline paths, picnic spots and panoramic views. Tip: suited for leisurely strolls, photography and family outings.
Kitzsteinhorn
Glacier peak offering alpine hiking, skiing and high-altitude views. Tip: accessible by cable cars and favoured by experienced hikers and winter sports visitors

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Warmest: Jul–Aug
Sunniest: Jun–Jul
Rainiest: May–Jul

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Appartement Lackner

9.6Exceptional134 reviewsFamily friendly

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Cleanliness9.7Location9.5Value9.5

Appartement Lackner

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Alpine-style apartments. Sauna and solarium. Free bike hire. Near ski run. Appartement Lackner is a traditional Alpine retreat located an eight-minute walk from Zell am See's Areitbahn Cable Car. The spacious apartments feature wooden furnishings, balconies, cable TV, and fully equipped kitchens with dining areas. Guests can enjoy a sauna, solarium, and a sun terrace for relaxation. A ski storage room with a boot dryer adds convenience for winter visitors. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from…Alpine-style apartments. Sauna and solarium. Free bike hire. Near ski run. Appartement Lackner is a traditional Alpine retreat located an eight-minute walk from Zell am See's Areitbahn Cable Car. The spacious apartments feature wooden furnishings, balconies, cable TV, and fully equipped kitchens with dining areas. Guests can enjoy a sauna, solarium, and a sun terrace for relaxation. A ski storage room with a boot dryer adds convenience for winter visitors. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from free bicycle hire, a table tennis area, and immediate access to a cross-country ski run behind the property. Fresh bread rolls can be delivered each morning on request. Free private parking is available, and a nearby ski bus stops just 100 metres away, connecting swiftly to the Areitbahn.

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Appartement Living Schönwies apartments with private Infrared cabin and including leisure centre next door

Stars: 49.4Superb309 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness9.8Location9.5Value9.1

Appartement Living Schönwies apartments with private Infrared cabin and including leisure centre next door

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Lake shore nearby. Infrared sauna cabin. Free leisure centre access. Panoramic balconies. Appartement Living Schönwies is a refined retreat just 100 metres from Lake Zell's shore and near the centre of Zell am See. These elegant apartments feature private infrared sauna cabins, balconies with panoramic views, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and ski storage with boot dryers for convenience. The adjacent leisure centre offers complimentary access to a…Lake shore nearby. Infrared sauna cabin. Free leisure centre access. Panoramic balconies. Appartement Living Schönwies is a refined retreat just 100 metres from Lake Zell's shore and near the centre of Zell am See. These elegant apartments feature private infrared sauna cabins, balconies with panoramic views, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and ski storage with boot dryers for convenience. The adjacent leisure centre offers complimentary access to a spa, indoor pool, and seasonal ice rink during winter months. With ski slopes and cable cars within easy reach, this location blends lakeside tranquility with year-round outdoor pursuits.

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Zimmervermietung Babsy

9.3Superb205 reviewsFamily friendly

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Cleanliness9.8Location9.2Value9.5

Zimmervermietung Babsy

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Close to ski area. Mountain views. Heated floors. Free parking. Zimmervermietung Babsy offers a convenient base just a minute from the Zell am See Ski Area and a ten-minute stroll to the town centre. Rooms feature wooden furnishings, flat-screen cable TVs, and mountain views, with some enjoying balconies. Each bathroom is equipped with a heated towel rack and underfloor heating, enhancing comfort. Guests benefit from on-site ski storage and complimentary private parking. The…Close to ski area. Mountain views. Heated floors. Free parking. Zimmervermietung Babsy offers a convenient base just a minute from the Zell am See Ski Area and a ten-minute stroll to the town centre. Rooms feature wooden furnishings, flat-screen cable TVs, and mountain views, with some enjoying balconies. Each bathroom is equipped with a heated towel rack and underfloor heating, enhancing comfort. Guests benefit from on-site ski storage and complimentary private parking. The property provides the Zell am See Kaprun-Card, adding local perks. A nearby ski bus stop and easy access to cross-country trails make it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.

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Jausenstation Pfefferbauer

9.2Superb407 reviewsFamily friendly

Kitchen

Cleanliness9.4Location9.2Value8.7

Jausenstation Pfefferbauer

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Alpine-style rooms. Regional cuisine. Terrace views. Family-friendly amenities. Jausenstation Pfefferbauer is a family-run retreat quietly perched above Lake Zell, offering rooms in contemporary Alpine style with wooden furnishings, balconies, and marble bathrooms. The à la carte restaurant serves regional cuisine, complemented by a large terrace that provides picturesque views of the surroundings. Free WiFi, floor heating, and satellite TV ensure modern comforts. The garden features a…Alpine-style rooms. Regional cuisine. Terrace views. Family-friendly amenities. Jausenstation Pfefferbauer is a family-run retreat quietly perched above Lake Zell, offering rooms in contemporary Alpine style with wooden furnishings, balconies, and marble bathrooms. The à la carte restaurant serves regional cuisine, complemented by a large terrace that provides picturesque views of the surroundings. Free WiFi, floor heating, and satellite TV ensure modern comforts. The garden features a children’s playground and a playroom, while ski storage and private parking are available. Located just minutes from Schmittenhöhe Ski Resort and close to cross-country skiing and indoor ice skating, this hotel is also within convenient reach of Zell am See’s town center and local attractions.

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Der Erlhof Restaurant & Landhotel

9.1Superb686 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness9.3Location9.2Value8.9

Der Erlhof Restaurant & Landhotel

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Lakefront location. Alpine-style rooms. Sauna and steam bath. Gourmet Austrian cuisine. Der Erlhof Restaurant & Landhotel is set on scenic Lake Zell, just a two-minute walk from its private beach and a short drive from Zell am See’s centre. The hotel features traditionally furnished Alpine-style rooms with mountain views, some offering balconies. Guests enjoy amenities including a sauna, steam bath, and free Wi-Fi. The on-site gourmet restaurant serves classic Austrian dishes paired with fine wines.…Lakefront location. Alpine-style rooms. Sauna and steam bath. Gourmet Austrian cuisine. Der Erlhof Restaurant & Landhotel is set on scenic Lake Zell, just a two-minute walk from its private beach and a short drive from Zell am See’s centre. The hotel features traditionally furnished Alpine-style rooms with mountain views, some offering balconies. Guests enjoy amenities including a sauna, steam bath, and free Wi-Fi. The on-site gourmet restaurant serves classic Austrian dishes paired with fine wines. Outdoor enthusiasts have direct access to hiking and mountain biking trails, while winter guests benefit from nearby ski facilities and a free ski bus. Free private parking and a ski storage room are also available.

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Superior Hotel Tirolerhof - Zell am See

Stars: 48.9Fabulous937 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness9.4Location9.5Value8.5

Superior Hotel Tirolerhof - Zell am See

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Central location. Spa and wellness. Mountain and lake views. Gourmet dining. Superior Hotel Tirolerhof is a refined 4-star spa hotel set in the heart of Zell am See, nestled at the base of Schmittenhöhe Mountain and a short walk from Lake Zell. The hotel features the newly renovated Elements Panorama Spa on its top floor, offering diverse wellness treatments alongside stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake. The expansive Tirolerhof Aquarena includes a swimming pool, hot tub,…Central location. Spa and wellness. Mountain and lake views. Gourmet dining. Superior Hotel Tirolerhof is a refined 4-star spa hotel set in the heart of Zell am See, nestled at the base of Schmittenhöhe Mountain and a short walk from Lake Zell. The hotel features the newly renovated Elements Panorama Spa on its top floor, offering diverse wellness treatments alongside stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake. The expansive Tirolerhof Aquarena includes a swimming pool, hot tub, and multiple saunas, complemented by a fitness centre. Dining highlights include Austrian and international cuisine served in an elegant restaurant, a cosy winter garden, and a sun terrace for lighter fare, all paired with selections from the hotel’s own wine cellar.

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Salzburgerhof, das 5-Sterne Hotel von Zell am See

Stars: 58.9Fabulous323 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

Private beachSpaGym

Cleanliness9.2Location9.3Value8.5

Salzburgerhof, das 5-Sterne Hotel von Zell am See

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Spa and wellness palace. Private beach access. Gourmet dining. Indoor golf course. Salzburgerhof, a family-run 5-star hotel in Zell am See, offers an elegant retreat blending luxury and natural beauty. Set within a picturesque landscape, the property features refined suites in country-house style alongside a 3,500 m² spa with saunas, steam baths, and a unique underground saltwater dome. Guests can indulge in gourmet cuisine recognized by Gault Millau and relax in a magical garden park with a pool…Spa and wellness palace. Private beach access. Gourmet dining. Indoor golf course. Salzburgerhof, a family-run 5-star hotel in Zell am See, offers an elegant retreat blending luxury and natural beauty. Set within a picturesque landscape, the property features refined suites in country-house style alongside a 3,500 m² spa with saunas, steam baths, and a unique underground saltwater dome. Guests can indulge in gourmet cuisine recognized by Gault Millau and relax in a magical garden park with a pool and natural swimming pond. The hotel also provides a modern indoor golf course and exclusive beach access on Lake Zell, complemented by green fee discounts at nearby alpine courses.

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Superior Sport und Familienresort Alpenblick

Stars: 48.9Fabulous220 reviewsFamily friendly

PoolSpaGymKitchen

Cleanliness9.4Location8.8Value8.3

Superior Sport und Familienresort Alpenblick

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Family-run resort. Extensive wellness spa. Sports-focused culture. Healthy dining options. Superior Sport und Familienresort Alpenblick is a family-run 4-star superior resort that blends tradition with an active lifestyle. Exercise and wellness form the core of its offerings, featuring an extensive spa program designed to support recovery and relaxation after sports. The resort fosters a culture centered on fitness, mind, and body balance. Families benefit from first-class childcare and a variety of…Family-run resort. Extensive wellness spa. Sports-focused culture. Healthy dining options. Superior Sport und Familienresort Alpenblick is a family-run 4-star superior resort that blends tradition with an active lifestyle. Exercise and wellness form the core of its offerings, featuring an extensive spa program designed to support recovery and relaxation after sports. The resort fosters a culture centered on fitness, mind, and body balance. Families benefit from first-class childcare and a variety of sports activities, while the fitKitchen ensures healthy, consciously prepared meals with a focus on taste. Alpenblick invites guests to engage fully with sport, wellness, and rejuvenation in a welcoming environment.

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Appartements Steiner - SKI IN - SKI OUT

8.8Fabulous189 reviewsFamily friendly

SpaKitchen

Cleanliness9.1Location9.7Value8.4

Appartements Steiner - SKI IN - SKI OUT

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Ski-in ski-out location. Near lake and town. Sauna and free parking. Fully equipped kitchens. Appartements Steiner - SKI IN - SKI OUT offers an ideal base for ski enthusiasts, positioned directly beside the ski slopes and the CityXpress Cable Car. Located only 100 metres from Zell am See's centre and 300 metres from Lake Zell, it balances mountain access with lakeside charm. Spacious apartments feature fully equipped kitchens, dining areas, cable TV, and bathrooms. Leisure amenities include a sauna, free…Ski-in ski-out location. Near lake and town. Sauna and free parking. Fully equipped kitchens. Appartements Steiner - SKI IN - SKI OUT offers an ideal base for ski enthusiasts, positioned directly beside the ski slopes and the CityXpress Cable Car. Located only 100 metres from Zell am See's centre and 300 metres from Lake Zell, it balances mountain access with lakeside charm. Spacious apartments feature fully equipped kitchens, dining areas, cable TV, and bathrooms. Leisure amenities include a sauna, free WiFi, and free private parking. Guests enjoy convenient access to ski storage, boot dryers, and laundry facilities at no extra cost. Nearby facilities include a restaurant, ski school, and rental service, with guest discounts. In summer, a tranquil garden provides a restful retreat.

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Upside Down Town Hotel Neue Post

Stars: 48.7Fabulous974 reviewsFamily friendly

SpaGymKitchen

Cleanliness9.1Location9.4Value8.4

Upside Down Town Hotel Neue Post

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Family rooms with balconies. Spa and wellness centre. Outdoor pool year-round. Austrian cuisine with diet options. Upside Down Town Hotel Neue Post in Zell am See offers family rooms featuring private bathrooms, balconies, and views of the garden or pool. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, a work desk, and complimentary WiFi. The hotel’s wellness facilities include a spa centre, sauna, fitness room, yoga classes, and a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool and engage in activities like…Family rooms with balconies. Spa and wellness centre. Outdoor pool year-round. Austrian cuisine with diet options. Upside Down Town Hotel Neue Post in Zell am See offers family rooms featuring private bathrooms, balconies, and views of the garden or pool. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, a work desk, and complimentary WiFi. The hotel’s wellness facilities include a spa centre, sauna, fitness room, yoga classes, and a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool and engage in activities like skiing, cycling, and boating. Traditional Austrian cuisine is served in the hotel restaurant, with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available. The property is conveniently located within walking distance from Zell am See Train Station and Casino Zell am See.

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Hotel Grüner Baum

Stars: 48.6Fabulous1,005 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

SpaGymKitchen

Cleanliness9.1Location9.4Value8.3

Hotel Grüner Baum

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Central location. Mountain views. Spa with saunas. On-site dining. Hotel Grüner Baum is a family-run property ideally situated in the pedestrian zone of Zell am See, just minutes from the lakeshore and cable cars. Rooms and apartments, many with balconies overlooking Schmittenhöhe, offer free Wi-Fi and access to an internet terminal in the lounge. The hotel features a spa with two saunas and a relaxation room, available free of charge. Dining options include a restaurant serving…Central location. Mountain views. Spa with saunas. On-site dining. Hotel Grüner Baum is a family-run property ideally situated in the pedestrian zone of Zell am See, just minutes from the lakeshore and cable cars. Rooms and apartments, many with balconies overlooking Schmittenhöhe, offer free Wi-Fi and access to an internet terminal in the lounge. The hotel features a spa with two saunas and a relaxation room, available free of charge. Dining options include a restaurant serving classic Austrian cuisine and a beer garden open in summer. Guests also enjoy a cocktail bar and pub with live music, plus nearby fitness facilities and access to local golf and ski amenities.

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Hotel St. Georg

Stars: 48.6Fabulous826 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness9.0Location8.9Value8.4

Hotel St. Georg

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Quiet country location. Near cable car. Elegant rooms. Indoor pool and sauna. Hotel St. Georg is a refined country estate hotel situated just 300 metres from Zell am See’s City Express Cable Car and close to the town centre. The serene setting offers a peaceful retreat with elegant rooms and suites blending traditional Salzburg charm with modern comfort. Guests can enjoy fine Austrian cuisine in the restaurant, which features a wine cellar and vinotheque, with summer breakfasts served on the…Quiet country location. Near cable car. Elegant rooms. Indoor pool and sauna. Hotel St. Georg is a refined country estate hotel situated just 300 metres from Zell am See’s City Express Cable Car and close to the town centre. The serene setting offers a peaceful retreat with elegant rooms and suites blending traditional Salzburg charm with modern comfort. Guests can enjoy fine Austrian cuisine in the restaurant, which features a wine cellar and vinotheque, with summer breakfasts served on the sunny terrace. The spa area includes an indoor pool with a counter-current system, a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna, an infrared cabin, and sun bed. Electric car charging stations are available, and golf enthusiasts benefit from a 30% green fee reduction nearby.

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das zellersee

Stars: 48.6Fabulous1,713 reviewsFamily friendly

Kitchen

Cleanliness9.0Location9.3Value8.4

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Ski-in, ski-out. Near lake and centre. Modern kitchen lounge. Steps from hiking trails. Hotel das zellersee is quietly situated in Zell am See, just a two-minute walk from the town centre and lake. Positioned next to a ski slope and lift of the Schmittenhöhe Ski Area, guests can ski directly to the door during winter or access hiking and biking routes in summer. The train station and congress centre lie within easy walking distance. All accommodations are refurbished with warm, bright tones and natural…Ski-in, ski-out. Near lake and centre. Modern kitchen lounge. Steps from hiking trails. Hotel das zellersee is quietly situated in Zell am See, just a two-minute walk from the town centre and lake. Positioned next to a ski slope and lift of the Schmittenhöhe Ski Area, guests can ski directly to the door during winter or access hiking and biking routes in summer. The train station and congress centre lie within easy walking distance. All accommodations are refurbished with warm, bright tones and natural materials, many featuring electric fireplaces and coffee facilities. A spacious indoor and outdoor lounge houses a fully equipped kitchen available around the clock. Parking is available on request, and guests enjoy golf discounts at local courses.

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Hotel Steinerwirt1493

Stars: 38.4Very good1,258 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness8.8Location9.4Value8.4

Hotel Steinerwirt1493

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Central location. Award-winning restaurant. Rooftop spa. Historic wine cellar. Hotel Steinerwirt1493 stands in the heart of Zell am See, just minutes from Lake Zell and the CityXpress Cable Car. The hotel blends modern minimalism with natural wood furnishings, offering rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players, and water cookers. Its rooftop spa area provides panoramic views of the old town, lake, and mountains, featuring an outdoor hot tub, panoramic sauna, and a relaxation room…Central location. Award-winning restaurant. Rooftop spa. Historic wine cellar. Hotel Steinerwirt1493 stands in the heart of Zell am See, just minutes from Lake Zell and the CityXpress Cable Car. The hotel blends modern minimalism with natural wood furnishings, offering rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players, and water cookers. Its rooftop spa area provides panoramic views of the old town, lake, and mountains, featuring an outdoor hot tub, panoramic sauna, and a relaxation room with a fruit and tea bar. The hotel is renowned for its classic Austrian restaurant, housed in historic dining rooms and a chestnut tree garden, complemented by a 14th-century wine cellar and a dedicated sommelier team. Guests can also explore the on-site contemporary art gallery and enjoy multilingual books in the library.

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Alpenhotel Tauernstüberl

Stars: 38.2Very good514 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

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Cleanliness8.5Location8.3Value8.1

Alpenhotel Tauernstüberl

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Close to Areitbahn cable car. Free ski bus stop. On-site sauna. Summer golf access. Nestled in the southern part of Zell am See, Alpenhotel Tauernstüberl stands just 600 metres from the Areitbahn Cable Car, providing easy access to winter sports. Guests benefit from free WiFi, parking for cars and motorbikes, and an on-site restaurant showcasing regional specialties. The recently added sauna area offers relaxation after outdoor activities. In winter, cross-country ski runs and walking trails start…Close to Areitbahn cable car. Free ski bus stop. On-site sauna. Summer golf access. Nestled in the southern part of Zell am See, Alpenhotel Tauernstüberl stands just 600 metres from the Areitbahn Cable Car, providing easy access to winter sports. Guests benefit from free WiFi, parking for cars and motorbikes, and an on-site restaurant showcasing regional specialties. The recently added sauna area offers relaxation after outdoor activities. In winter, cross-country ski runs and walking trails start nearby, with a free ski bus stop right outside. In summer, the sun terrace invites guests to enjoy breakfast, while complimentary bicycles and proximity to the golf course—a short three-minute walk away with discounted fees—enhance the seasonal experience. The Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card included from May to October unlocks further local discounts.

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