HOTEL GASTHOF GRAMSHAMMER, Vail

The hotel sits on a pedestrian street in the center of Vail Village, putting every shop, restaurant, and the main gondola within steps. The Gerald Ford Amphitheater and Betty Ford Garden are a 10-minute walk away. Denver International Airport is 200 km. Free in-town shuttles stop nearby, and buses to the next town cost $4 each way. The Vail Village parking structure is a 5-minute walk and $25/night cheaper than the hotel's on-site lot. Loading and unloading requires driving through pedestrian zones, so arriving by shuttle or taxi is the smoothest option.

Room configurations include one king-size bed, two queen beds, or two standard double beds. All rooms have private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and ironing facilities. The property has no air conditioning, but provides fans and screened doors. Rooms with balconies are available and are significantly cooler in summer, with many overlooking Gore Creek or Vail Village. Some rooms are located above the restaurant and bar, where live music plays until 22:00 during winter. Rooms are carpeted and include heating for winter stays. The overall atmosphere is clean and comfortable, with spacious layouts that are well-suited for families or groups. However, summer rooms without a deck can become very warm, and road-facing rooms near the trash pickup may experience early morning noise.

Breakfast is included for all guests and served for two hours each morning, featuring a continental spread of fresh fruit, meats, cheeses, yogurt, pastries, bread, coffee, and juice. Pepi's restaurant offers casual American fare and Austrian specialties in the Antlers Room, open for lunch and dinner. The bar is a hub for afternoon and evening live music (winter season), with a full menu and reasonable prices. Guests should note that children are not allowed in the restaurant after 19:00, and reservation is strongly advised as walk-ins are not always accommodated. Dry cleaning and laundry service is available if sent out by 08:00.

The wellness area includes a free sauna and steam room for relaxing after skiing or hiking. Two indoor hot tubs (no pool) are free to use. Massage services can be booked for an additional charge. For active guests, bicycle rental is available on site, and hiking and skiing are free. The hotel also has a business centre and a fitness room. There is no pool.

Wi-Fi is free and available in all areas, with high-speed wired internet in guest rooms. Ski equipment hire and ski storage are on the property. A secure bike locker room with a bike rack outside is available. Daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and laundry service (sent out by 08:00) are provided. The hotel has a lift, designated smoking areas, and non-smoking rooms. Parking is limited to a small on-site lot (first-come, first-served, $70/night winter, $35/night other seasons) with no reservation possible; a parking garage is nearby. Check-in is from 16:00 to 21:00; check-out is 11:00. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard. Pets are not allowed. The property has key card access, smoke alarms, and a safety deposit box (additional charge).