Norica Hotel

In the heart of Bad Hofgastein on Kaiser-Franz-Platz, just 100 m from shops, bars and restaurants. The ski lifts and mountain railway sit about 400 m away, the ski bus stops 200 m out and a cross-country track is 100 m from the door. On-site parking makes arrivals easy.

A stylish, family-run superior hotel with modern rooms and an architectural Tower Suite for special occasions. Rooms feature HD flat-screen TVs, lounge areas and tropical rain showers. The hotel links directly underground to the Alpentherme Gastein — guests get free daily entry to the thermal centre.

Big on wellness: thermal indoor pool, fitness room, sauna, steam bath, Kneipp gallery and a thermal family-fun area. Celtic SPA & CELTIC VITAL offer signature treatments and massages. Also: ski storage and boot room, sun terrace, winter garden, wine cellar, table tennis, beauty salon and hairdresser.

Conference room for meetings and events. High-speed WLAN throughout the property and an internet corner available on site.

Panoramic restaurant with a winter garden and live show kitchen where chefs work in view. Plus a café, wine cellar and a lively bar/disco for after-dinner drinks.