Hotel rating: 5 stars
Chain: TravelCLICK
Number of floors: 4
Number of rooms: 105

Capella Hotels and Resorts is reopening the legendary Schloss Velden or Chateau Velden a historic lake-side hotel located in the breathtaking Alpine basin of southern Austria in the town on Velden. Poised gracefully above the blue-green waters of the stunning Lake W?rther in Austrias Alpine county of Carinthia and village of Velden stands a monument to the grand European hotel tradition. It is this unvarnished tradition of unparalleled service coupled with opulent luxury and historical elegance that Capella Hotels and Resorts will deliver in the rebirth of the Schloss Velden the celebrated Austrian chateau. Operating as a luxury hotel for more than 100 years the 16th century chateau will be the heart of an expansion project that will result in a luxury establishment whose optimal comforts will awe the most discriminating traveler. The Schloss Velden will make its distinguished emergence on the global hospitality stage in the spring of 2007 and will successfully radiate Capella s commitment to fulfilling every need of the affluent traveler. International headlines are already anticipating the renaissance of the historic Schloss Velden.The hotel will feature 105 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites each designed to reflect Capella Hotels and Resorts commitment to the personalized experience and comfort of each guest. The celebrated historic lakeside chateau with a newly-built modern addition will house sought-after room and suites accompanied by two restaurants wine bar cigar room ballroom meeting rooms indoor and outdoor pools and a breathtaking spa. From its historic center the eminent architectural team of Jabornegg and Palffy will extend the hotel to a modern structure in which lavish suites will continue the Capella's tradition of superior service and accommodations.Schloss Velden's spa and fitness facilities will feature health, beauty and massage indulgences that will exceed the expectations of even the most-seasoned spa connoisseur. The exquisite setting coupled with the unparalleled service of the world-class 30 000 square foot facility will provide Capella guests only the finest of European luxuries. Schloss Velden will continue to delight guests through their gourmet restaurant wine bar cigar room ballroom two meeting rooms indoor and outdoor pools and a breathtaking spa.Fine dining accompanies the personalized Capella experience with a one of a kind gourmet restaurant. The exclusive world-class restaurant with breathtaking views from the terrace and lake-side dining provided in the Beach Club Restaurant provides culinary options for each guest. In addition to the Capella dining selections Marina privileges and proximity to superb skiing horseback riding boating swimming shopping and the Velden Casino explain why this illustrious region is often considered the Monte Carlo of Austria.