52 Best Hotels in Austria

Occupying the 18th-century Palais Inzaghi, the Dom's whimsically decorated rooms combine the old history of Graz with the new modern style. The hotel is in an excellent central location, offers spacious rooms, and the rooftop suite has a Jacuzzi on a secluded terrace.

Travelers who prefer a traditionally elegant city hotel will be happy with this historic establishment in a 16th-century building. It is ideally located on a corner of the Hauptplatz in the Old City. Rooms are somewhat dated but furnished charmingly, some in Biedermeier style, some with exotic themes and canopied beds in red or purple velvet. All rooms open onto a sunny and luxuriant winter garden. 

Located on the Mur River, this hotel retains its palatial proportions and historic character but its 2018 makeover brought modern comfort and quirky design details. Five guesthouses were converted into Hotel Wiesler in 1870 and the property has seen several lives; today, this historic property offers stylish, modern rooms in seven different categories and sizes. Guest rooms come in a variety of sizes, from compact to spacious, and feature a fresh white backdrop for a variety of contemporary art, hand-painted Talavera sinks from Mexico, free-standing bath tubs, guitars, typewriters, easels, and working fireplaces. The Oasis spa offers wellness inspired by the Orient with a sauna, steam bath, and Arabian tea room.

Smack behind the Albertina and the Staatsoper, this authentically Austrian boutique hotel is an absolutely delightful addition to the Vienna lodging scene, with fabulous views of the heart of the Innere Stadt. The interior design, by Sir Terence Conran, is at once sleek and warm, intimate and airy, and all touches, including the simple but stunning wide-planked unfinished hardwood floors, were created by Austrian craftsmen and -women; photographs adorning the walls of the rooms and corridors are real works by Austrian photographers. Broad windows provide fine views, and bay-window seating is a nice touch. Large soaking tubs are a plus, as is the complimentary minibar. The duplex suite comes with a private rooftop terrace. The café bakes its own pastries and roasts its own coffee and the brasserie serves international fare in a casual setting.

Architect-designed with an eclectic artisan vibe, this stylish Alpine lodge, the sister hotel to Miramonte in the town, sits on a hillside about a half mile from the center. As well as spectacular views and mountain pursuits on the doorstep, there are excellent amenities for families—everything from prenatal spa treatments to nanny service and a kids’ club. While your clan is being cared for, you can enjoy the quiet corners, such as the library or the spa, which covers an entire floor, or join one of the daily free activities, including sightseeing and morning yoga. All rooms are done out in strong colors and are comfortably furnished, and most have views over the valley. The mood is sociable, and guests tend to mingle across the cocktail lounge, alfresco terrace, and cozy restaurant, which is all leather pouffs, low lighting, and magical views; it fosters wellbeing with local organic fare in Ayurvedic dishes.

A lush, green oasis is tucked between the two buildings that comprise the Auersperg: the hotel, built in 1892 by the noted Italian architect Ceconi, and its neighboring villa. The lobby welcomes you with Biedermeier antiques, and upstairs, the rooms have a fresh, modern feel, accented with classic ornaments. On request, kids' toys, food, and babysitters can be arranged. An extensive local, organic breakfast buffet, bicycles (including one fitted with a toddler trailer), and access to the rooftop sauna, steam bath, and lounge are included, while useful extras like iPads and e-bikes are available for hire. A five-minute walk brings you to the popular shopping street Linzergasse, while the historic Mirabell Palace is 10-minute walk away.

Considered by many to be the best B&B in Vienna, this small, family-run inn offers comfortable, spacious, and exquisitely furnished rooms. The elegant and quiet neighborhood is not quite downtown, but it's near public transportation and, even if you walk, it's just 10 minutes to Ring Strasse. The owners are friendly and accommodating, breakfast is a treat, and there's a sauna.

Behind the hotel's Art Nouveau facade, London interior designer Maria Vafiadis has paid tribute to Viennese Art Deco, and the result is überstylish yet comfortable. Smack in the middle of the lobby is an eye-catching glass-enclosed vault; the property used to be a bank and the big bucks were stashed here, but today it serves as a wine cellar. You can enjoy a glass of wine in the elegant marble-and-wood wine bar beside an enormous open fireplace. Rooms are full of streamlined, sedate furnishings. The location is unbeatable: step out of the hotel and you're in front of the famed Café Central, and just down the cobblestone street is the Hofburg Palace.

A large lake and expansive grounds surround this historic palace immortalized in The Sound of Music, located less than a kilometer (⅔ mile) southwest of Fortress Hohensalzburg, which was originally built in the 18th century for Archbishop Leopold von Firmian. In 1918 it became the summer residence of Max Reinhardt, founder of the Salzburg Festival, and today you can yourself marvel at the mirrors of the Venetian Room and enjoy the property's two libraries. Coffee and a slice of homemade cake, or a glass of locally produced wine, are best enjoyed on the enchanting terrace overlooking the peaceful lake and jagged Untersberg mountains. The historic Meierhof building offers 55 elegant, modern rooms embellished with artifacts discovered in hotel storage; if you're a fan of The Sound of Music, request one of the handful of rooms adorned with movie and stage memorabilia. There are also 12 luxurious suites in the palace itself.

When contemporary-arts patron Otto E. Wiesenthal hired premier Italian architect Matteo Thun to revamp this lodging, the results were exquisitely decorated, sensuous chambers oozing atmosphere from the Vienna era of Freud and Klimt. All the guest rooms are large and differ in their color palette, from light, bright classic rooms to Thun's rich, dark designs, but all have up-to-the-minute comforts. The display of modern art throughout adds character and style.

Franz Lehár, Marlene Dietrich, the Infanta Isabel of Spain, and Mick Jagger are just a few of the celebrities who have stayed at this old dowager (from 1866). The lobby is small but grand, and the high-ceiling guest rooms, differing only in size, are uniformly decorated with pale-yellow-striped wallpaper, deep-blue carpets, and faux Empire furniture. Unless you want the excitement of a direct view onto the lively pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, ask for one of the quieter rooms on the Neuer Markt side.

Located a little out of the center but very convenient for a host of art galleries including the Kunsthalle Krems, the Landesgalerie Niederösterreich, and the Karikaturmuseum, this hip, youthful hotel offers spacious, comfortable rooms with funky and colorful design elements. The highlight of any stay is the breakfast buffet, which serves delicious croissants, tasty homemade bircher muesli, and fresh traubensaft (grape juice) from a local winemaker. There's no lunch or dinner available, but there's a good bar-restaurant (2Stein) located just next door.

A glass-and-chrome structure in the middle of a residential neighborhood, the Augarten has more than 400 pieces of art, from the 1960s to the present day, spread through every room and common area. The spacious guest rooms, almost all with terraces, are decorated with a cool, lean touch, yet offer the ultimate in luxury—heated wood floors, feather beds, and eye-catching expensive fabrics. Want to go for a midnight swim in the heated indoor pool? No problem—all facilities are open 24 hours.

Tucked away on a tiny street near Residenzplatz, this small boutique hotel in a 14th-century building offers stylish, comfortable rooms, some with oak-beam ceilings. Its location on a quiet street in the heart of the Altstadt is hard to beat, while the prices are fairly low (by Salzburg standards)—especially out of season.

With an idyllic lakeside perch, this former 16th-century brewery (bräugasthof) offers distinctive charm. Outside is a pretty terrace set with trees and umbrella tables. Beyond the beer-hall restaurant (open May to October), you'll find Hallstatt gemütlichkeit (friendliness) in excess, cozy-nooked rooms oozing with Tyrolean charm, and the quirks that come with an historical building—no elevator or a/c. Upstairs, the guest rooms are fetching in their simplicity; most have wooden balconies. The Lobisser family are your hosts and can tell you all about the brewery's connection to Emperor Maximilian I.

A large property on the river, Das Weitzer offers a modern stay in the heart of Graz, which you can see from the upper floor rooms and sauna. Rooms are spacious, well-maintained, and unfussy. The Economy room is a great price, but the Classic offers a bit more comfort. The Weitzer’s sauna features a 360° view looking out over the city's rooftops. Even non-fitness fans will want to visit the wellness area’s shower which features thousands of shimmering glass mosaic tiles and a huge crystal chandelier.

A picture-perfect Alpine chalet on the lofty perch of the Gersberg, high above Salzburg, this hotel is less than 15 minutes by car from the Neustadt. Inside, it has all the warmth and rustic coziness you would expect in a country house; indeed, it was originally a 19th-century farmhouse. Guest rooms have contemporary furniture and wooden balconies overlooking the mountain scenery. The house restaurant is excellent—the seasonal menu changes monthly and serves favorites such as locally caught fish and Tafelspitz (broiled beef). Locals know to request the off-menu homemade Kaiserschmarrn (fluffy, baked, shredded pancake with plum compote) for dessert. The wine list has an outstanding selection of Austrian wines. The outdoor pool and small playground make it an especially nice place for families.

The Grand Hotel has the look and atmosphere of a typical Mgallery chain property: functionally modern with every comfort. Opt for a room or suite looking out over the lake (luckily every room has a balcony) and enjoy a range of features including a good quality French restaurant and a rooftop pool and wellness area.

In the style of the great turn-of-the-twentieth-century resort hotels, this palatial lake house is the best-located address in Zell am See, with direct beach access and wonderful lake views. It stands on its own peninsula and is decorated with mansard roofs and whipped-cream stuccowork. At the Grand Spa you will be pampered as you enjoy spectacular views of the water. If you want to experience this hotel at its best, ask for the wellness-deluxe room, which has a 180-degree lake view.

You aren't likely to find a better location than this serene hotel, which sits directly across from the front entrance of St. Stephen's Cathedral. This is the best spot in Vienna from which to admire the church's steeples, and the array of people hurrying through the square. Parquet flooring, light-oak furniture paired with dark-brown leather, light-color walls, and triple-glazed windows make this a hotel with flair.

Renovated in recent years, the guest rooms in this 500-year-old house are individually decorated, featuring wooden floors and antique armoires among understated modern accents. Downstairs, greet the day in one of the cutest breakfast nooks in Salzburg. The hotel site was once home to one of Salzburg's communal baths. Back in Wolfgang's time houses didn't have running water, so travelers—especially those arriving through the nearby Linz Gate—would head straight here after their long, dusty trip. Today travelers still make a beeline here. If you're wondering why the hotel has Mozart's middle name, this 500-year-old house is not far from the St. Sebastian church and cemetery where many members of his family are booked in for an eternal stay.

A popular hotel since the mid-1800s and family-owned for four generations, the friendly Gollner is close to the Jakominiplatz and about a 10-minute walk from the Old City. Rooms are mostly contemporary in design, with soothing neutral decor, soundproof windows, and plentiful space for toiletries in the bathrooms. For families and longer stays, the Gollner offers apartments with fully equipped kitchens.

This charming hotel is a true panoramagasthof—a guesthouse with spectacular views. The balconies festooned with flowers overlook the eye-popping Alpine scenery. The chalet-style building is perched on a mountain slope and surrounded by lush forest, so it's easy to feel you've left civilization behind. If you need a bit of help relaxing, there's a lovely spa. Rooms are comfortably appointed with pastel fabrics and sturdy wood furniture.

A two-minute walk from the Old City, next to the historic tunnel that plows through the Mönchsberg, and directly in front of a stop on several bus lines, this basic hotel has location and transportation covered. The interior is colorful though very dated, and some of the larger rooms have balconies. Parking is available in the small on-site lot or in the underground garage across the street, and buses connecting to the city center and the main station stop right outside the front door.

Personal service is the hallmark of this family-run hotel and restaurant close to the town center, with a selection of "comfort" rooms attractively furnished in natural woods and whites with pastel accents, along with some slightly older (and smaller) "standard" rooms. The rustic wood-panel restaurant has a menu that changes seasonally—lamb and fresh herbs in the spring, wild mushrooms and berries in the summer, and game and goose in the fall—while the wine comes from the family vineyards. In pleasant weather the canopied outdoor dining terrace is a green oasis.

Rooms at this wine-themed boutique hotel are named after Austria's top winemakers, with a bottle of their latest vintage on display (sorry, it's not included in the room price). The spacious, ultramodern guest rooms have high ceilings, polished wood floors, and walls in warm shades of orange, yellow, ocher, and cream. The penthouse or attic suite has its own private terrace, but you'll need to book far in advance to score it. Jorge’s wine bar is open daily and the team can arrange visits to local wineries and Heurigen wine taverns. 

The oldest guesthouse in Galtür (as shown by a tax return record from 1600), the centrally located Rössle hotel overflows with Tyrolean charm. Guest rooms have a pleasant pastel color scheme, making them very restful; and, speaking of relaxation, the spa-sauna area is particularly nice. The à la carte restaurant provides a delightful setting for creative dinners, featuring fresh local ingredients when possible. There are some excellent, mostly Austrian, wines on the menu.

Bregenz's most upmarket option has guest rooms that offer clean, crisp, modern lines and muted colors (and, occasionally, balconies overlooking the serene garden). Downstairs, the cozy restaurant serves traditional Austrian fare along with some international dishes, while a second, elegant space is used for official dinners and festivities, as well as for breakfast. In summer you can also eat out on the terrace. The hotel is a 20-minute walk from the center of town, or there's a bus stop a few steps down the road.

Standing tall over the Staatsbrücke and looking across at the Old City, Hotel Stein provides a high-end, design-forward, adults-only accommodation option at the very heart of Salzburg. The building may be historic, but the interior is unapologetically modern, with a blue sky/lagoon theme running throughout the bright and airy lobby, the plushly decorated bedrooms, the soothing wellness center, and even the al fresco Steinterrasse restaurant. Avoid the elevator and take the stairs to see the hotel's most striking design feature: a chandelier-like installation made of hundreds of blue glass discs that hang seven floors down from the ceiling.

The embodiment of Austrian gemütlichkeit (friendliness), just off Mozartplatz, the small, family-owned, in-the-center-of-everything Hotel Wolf (not to be confused with Hotel Wolf-Dietrich across the river) offers spotlessly clean and cozy rooms in a rustic building from the year 1429. Rooms are idiosyncratically arranged on several upper floors, connected by narrow, winding stairs, and are decorated with a pleasing Salzburg mix of rag rugs and rural furniture. It's popular, so be sure to book far in advance.