The Amalien Haus is recently refurbished so all the rooms and public areas are in very good condition. My daughter and I had a good ski break here during half-term. Indeed, during the ski season you will only get skiiers here.

The location is fantastic, right in the centre of St Anton close to all the ski lifts and the hectic night life. The only downside from this is that the rooms at the front tend to get a bit noisy from the passing revellers. Food was good to very good (fixed menu).

The hotel is owned by Flexiski (itself owned by First Choice) and is staffed by young sporty traveller types. All the ones we dealt with were very helpful and professional. Our main contact Andy sorted out boots, skis and lift passes with the minimum of fuss.

I also needed to see a doctor during our stay and the hotel staff helped to sort one out who spoke perfect English.

The hotel was only a third full when we were there (a surprise at half term) so there was... more