Best Luxury Hotels in Austria

Known for its majestic mountains, magical forests and picturesque old towns Austria draws in visitors who love the great outdoors. Look beyond its natural assets and you will find a country steeped with history, culture and an unexpected bustling vibe. Explore our collection of luxury hotels to discover more.

Salzburg, Kaprun

Avenida Mountain Lodges

Hotel
(4 stars)

A modern take on the classic Alpine chalet, Avenida Mountain Lodges features a stone and timber exterior, with a comfortably furnished elevated terrace for drinks with a view. Guests are accommodated in individually furnished studios or apartments, all of which have a balcony or a terrace and benefit from a free garage parking spot. It’s just 1,500 m from the centre of Saalbach where you can find plenty of apres activity, but there’s also an on-site restaurant, Rosso, as well as a bar, a relaxation area and a sauna with infrared seats.

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Avenida Mountain Lodges

Tyrol, Sölden

HOTEL Das Central – Alpine . Luxury . Life Sölden

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 125 Rooms & Suites including Wellness Suites with Private Spa Facilities & Panoramic View Junior Suites
Amenities 2000sqm Spa with Panoramic Views, Cardio Fitness Area
More Located in the Picturesque Sölden Mountain Landscape

The three-storey Venice-themed spa at Hotel Das Central is quite something. The indoor pool area features a real-life gondola and a replica of St Mark’s Square, while the saunas, steam baths, brine grotto, Kneipp basins, fresh air room, ice grotto and a water-bedded Asian relaxation room will ease away any aches and pains after a day’s skiing. Das Central’s dining offer is also very special. Dishes at the à la carte restaurant Ötztaler Stube are nothing short of artistic wonders. Hearty fondue evenings are held in the wine cellar, if you fancy something more relaxed and you’ll be spoilt for choice for wines to accompany your meal – there are around 30,000 bottles stored here.

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HOTEL Das Central – Alpine . Luxury . Life Sölden

Tyrol, Innsbruck, Lans

Der WALZL

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 33 Rooms & Suites Including Family Rooms & Apartments
Amenities Rooftop Infinity Pool, Sauna, Turkish Bath, Restaurant Bar Lounge, Children's Play Area, Pet Friendly
More Located in Lans Near Innsbruck offering Mountain Views & Proximity to Ski Slopes & Hiking Trails

This chalet mansion has a picture postcard, gingerbread house appeal. Wood panelling continues inside, for a contemporary Alpine look. Kids can let off some steam in the onsite playground, and there’s a play corner in the cosy restaurant so adults can linger over set menus of Tyrolean cuisine. Each room at Der Malzl comes with a spa bag containing bathrobes and slippers, so you can saunter down to the sauna, steam bath and hot tub (all offering sublime mountain views). A shuttle bus runs from right outside the pension, to the Patscherkofel Ski Area in Igls.

Europe

Leipziger Hof Innsbruck

Hotel
(4 stars)

Centrally located (a 15-minute walk from the railway station and a ten-minute drive to the airport), this traditional and cosy 50-bedroom hotel provides guests with an authentic taste of the Tyrol. It’s family-run, offering single and quadruple rooms, as well as self-catering one-bedroom and family suites. The top floor accommodates a relaxation area with a sauna, steam bath and infrared loungers, where you can soak in the panoramic views. The dining room serves Austrian cuisine and hosts regular casino nights, on which you can buy chips and have a flutter with after-dinner drinks.

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Leipziger Hof Innsbruck

Tyrol, Innsbruck, Innenstadt

The Penz Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 92 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining Includes a Breakfast Restaurant & Panoramic Rooftop Bar
More In the Heart of Innsbruck Steps From Historical Landmarks & Cultural Attractions

Stay in a sleek hotel in the Innenstadt district of the Old Town, an easy walk from all the main attractions; constructed from glass and metal the modern build offers a very different experience to the classic Tyrolean style. Accessible bedrooms and suites with terraces are available, all have minibars and PC hookups. An American buffet breakfast is provided each morning in the restaurant or in your room, and there’s a rooftop bar to watch the sunset drink in hand. Guests can make use of the onsite health club and jacuzzi, or take advantage of the hiking opportunities on the doorstep.

Tyrol, Kappl

Hotel Zhero

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 79 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining Includes The Saint - Open Grill & Minotti Lounge, 750msq Spa & Wellness Area, 20m Indoor Pool, In-House Ski Shop & Rental Service, Vip Shuttle & Gondola Services, Complimentary Parking And Valet Services

Salzburg, Hof bei Salzburg

Rosewood Schloss Fuschl

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 98 Rooms & Suites Including 6 Lakeside Chalets With Hand-Painted Minibars & Seasonal Colour Palettes.
More Located On The Shores Of Lake Fuschl Between Salzburg & Hallstatt Surrounded By Mountains & Forests With A Rich History Dating Back To 1461.

The Rosewood Schloss Fuschl stands proudly in the beautiful city of Salzburg and has an interesting history and a list of important past guests. This historic castle overlooks the shimmering waters of Lake Fuschl and is nestled in the natural beauty of the Austrian Alps. Rosewood offers a range of 98 guest rooms with accommodation options including rooms, suites, and sophisticated waterfront chalets. Each room is stylishly decorated with a seamless blend of classical and contemporary furnishings and boast sensational vistas from expansive windows. There is a wide range of on-site dining establishments and bars which offer indulgent local and international dishes that have been carefully crafted by hand-picked chefs from locally sourced produce. Rosewood Schloss Fuschl allows for hosting unforgettable events in a lush, tranquil setting and offers catering and customisation options to fulfil every wish and impress guests.

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Rosewood Schloss Fuschl

Salzburg, Saalbach Hinterglemm

Hotel Wiesergut

Hotel
At a glance
Rooms 24 Suites Comprising 17 Manor Suites, 4 Garden Suites & 3 Hideaway Suites, Each Designed with Natural Materials & Large Windows
Amenities La Carte Restaurant Serving Austrian Cuisine with ingredients from the Family-owned Farm, Badhaus Spa with Sauna & Steam Bath, Fitness Room, Outdoor infinity Pool with Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located at the Foot of Zwlferkogel Mountain in Saalbach-hinterglemm with Direct Access to Ski Slopes & Hiking Trails

Open-plan rooms with locally sourced timber ceilings, distressed stone walls, natural stone, granite, exposed concrete, freestanding tubs and beds made up with crisp white linen that look directly onto the snow through wall-sized windows, bring the outside in. It’s contemporary yet rustic, with a kitchen garden and resident cows and chickens to supply herbs, veg, milk and eggs to the dining room’s service of family recipes. A Finnish sauna, a steam bath and an inside-outside pool with mountain views allow guests to fully unwind, as does the flaming fire beside which seats are arranged in the hotel’s Bauhaus Lounge.

Salzburg, Salzburg, Altstadt

Hotel Sacher Salzburg

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 110 Individually Decorated Rooms & Suites Featuring Antique Furnishings & Modern Amenities.
Amenities Dining Options Include A Traditional Austrian Restaurant, A Grill Restaurant, A Riverside Caf & A Bar, Along With A Fitness Centre & Children's Programmes.
More Located On The Banks Of The Salzach River Offering Views Of Salzburg's Old Town & The Fortress Hohensalzburg.

This elegant hotel is set right on the bank of the Salzach River and originally opened its doors in 1866. The public areas are filled with impressive antiques, while the guestrooms located on the upper floors feature stunning views of the Old Town. There is a large sauna and steam room for guests to unwind in, while the gym is fully loaded and features modern exercise equipment. Indulging in a cocktail or two on the river terrace is an experience that guests will not want to miss, while the onsite Zirbelzimmer is the perfect place to sample traditional Austrian cuisine such as baked pike perch and roast guinea fowl.

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Hotel Sacher Salzburg

Tyrol, Längenfeld

Aqua Dome Hotel Tyrol

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 200 Accommodations Comprising Double Rooms & Suites With Mountain Views & Natural Wood Dcor.
Amenities Thermal Spa With 12 Pools Including Outdoor Floating Bowls & Brine Pools Alongside A Fitness Centre Offering Personal Training & Daily Classes.
More Situated In The tztal Valley Surrounded By The Austrian Alps Providing A Serene Alpine Retreat.

Often described as the best thermal spa in the Alps, this is the place for water lovers. Enjoy magical winter swims as the steam rises from the unusual bowl-shaped outdoor pools (there are a total of twelve indoor and outdoor pools to choose from). Sweat away your cares in one of the seven saunas and enjoy tasty cuisine in the four restaurants and bars and take in the epic mountain vistas of the Ötztal valley. Visitors can stay for the day by buying a spa pass or book a room in the adjoining hotel. The site is instantly recognisable with it’s futuristic, quirky architectural design, while the interior design is chic. Facilities are state of the art and it’s easy to see why this hotel won the World Spa Award for the World’s Best Mineral & Hot Springs Spa in 2018.

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Aqua Dome Hotel Tyrol

Salzburg, Salzburg

Hotel Bristol Salzburg

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 68 Individually Designed Accommodations Including Rooms Suites & Long-Stay Apartments With Antique Furnishings & Modern Amenities.
Amenities Dining Options Include A Refined Restaurant Serving Austrian & International Cuisine Complemented By A Stylish Lounge Bar Offering Cocktails & Wines Alongside A Fitness Room Massage Services Pet-Friendly Accommodations For Small Dogs & Chauffeur Services.
More Centrally Located In Salzburg Adjacent To Mirabell Gardens & Near Major Cultural Attractions.

Set opposite Mozart’s former home in the very heart of Salzburg’s right bank, Hotel Bristol Salzburg boasts timeless grandeur. Guests are sure to be impressed by the chandelier-lit interiors, polished service and rooms filled with antiques. Breakfast is designed to be a grand affair and is served in the simply stunning Crystal Ballroom. An elegant wrought-iron staircase leads the way up to the guestrooms, which are set with plush drapes and fabrics, with warm tones and antique furnishings. The Street-facing rooms provide stunning views of the Makartplatz with the fortress in the distance, while the courtyard rooms are also very pretty. People who demand nothing but the best should make sure that they reserve the Makart Room, which boasts a powder-puff pink bathroom and a huge living room to lounge in while enjoying first rate service.

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Hotel Bristol Salzburg

Salzburg, Salzburg, Altstadt

Hotel Goldener Hirsch

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 70 Rooms & Suites Featuring Traditional Austrian Dcor & Modern Amenities.
Amenities Fine Dining Restaurant Serving Modern Austrian Cuisine, Casual Eatery Offering Local Dishes, Intimate Bar With Selection Of Wines & Spirits, 24-Hour In-Room Dining, Pet Friendly, No Spa Or Fitness Facilities.
More Located In Salzburg's Historic Old Town On Getreidegasse Adjacent To Major Cultural Landmarks Including Mozart's Birthplace & Festival Hall.

This luxurious hotel can be found in the heart of Old Town and has been offering a warm welcome to distinguished guests for more than 600 years. The Hotel Goldener Hirsh has been created in the style of an Austrian countryside manor and boasts white walls with exposed brick with the signature gold stag prominent both on the exterior and throughout the interior of the building. Each of the seventy guestrooms boasts a different style and character and many feature antique furnishings that help to set a truly elegant tone. The establishment also plays host to two of Salzburg’s most prominent eateries, which are popular among both local people and visitors to the city. The s’Herzl is more than 250 years old and features a cosy atmosphere. Alternatively, lovers of fine dining can indulge in a meal at the Goldener Hirsch, where dishes tend to be light and made of fresh local produce such as venison served with asparagus, wild mushrooms and garlic gnocchi.

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Hotel Goldener Hirsch

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