Austria Hotels & Hostels (413)

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Looking for a cheap bed with no frills? The option of cooking for yourself? Something only a stumble away from Vienna's main train terminal for all destinations west? Then Do Step Inn may just be…

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Binders is dull on the outside and delightful on the inside, with chirpy staff and individually designed rooms stretching from bold to minimalist. A modern bar with free internet access and a whi…

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Not quite the romantic beauty you were dreaming of when planning your trip to Salzburg, perhaps, but the ramshackle Pension Adlerhof is competitively priced and useful if you're catching an early…

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An 'art' hotel within sight of Vienna's celebrated modern art museums, Viennart is for contemporary art lovers who not only like a soft bed, but a bed with a designer's touch. First impressions a…

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The Lasserhof's Art Nouveau heyday may have long since passed, but it still makes a decent city base, well positioned halfway between the Mirabellgarten and the train station. It's a little short…

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Business hotels in suburbia are more often than not bland affairs, but Hotel am Schottenfeld, with its contemporary interior design and clash of colours, is an exception. Although it is definitel…

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Despite its name, there's precious little sign of Wolfgang Amadeus around this six-storey stuccoed hotel on the busy thoroughfare of Franz Josef Strasse (although look very carefully and you migh…

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Beautifully situated in one of the city's prettiest quarters, this eccentric hotel has perhaps the most extraordinary foyer in all of Salzburg - a fantastically over-the-top concoction of painted…

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A fully-fledged palace to run amuck in, unbridled views of the entire city, a resort-like ambience, excellent coffee and cake, and cosy rooms - is there anything more you require from a hotel in …

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The foyer of the Hotel Mariahilf is a good indication of what to expect: there's nothing retro or contrived here - you find a confluence of different eras and chintzy styles, including some Art D…

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As the name suggests, this hotel is not as generic as many establishments on Mecure's books; it is rather a place that oozes of a Vienna from yesteryear, a time when Biedermeier was the style of …

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This Art Nouveau gem is Graz's contribution to five-star living. Elegant rooms exhibit light touches, although they do vary greatly in size, and it has a sauna where you can sweat off the high li…

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Feichtinger is a no-nonsense three-star hotel that aims squarely at the conference and business visitor. It threw open its doors to visitors in 2003, offering modern facilities at a level that co…

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Altwienerhof is the kind of place for those who desire a smidgen of luxury at a very reasonable price and aren't too worried about being in the thick of things. This family-run three-star hotel i…

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Tucked under the arcades on Innsbruck's main plaza, Weisses Kreuz is an oasis of calm within staggering distance of Altstadt sights and bars. With its centuries-old walls and antique collection, …

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Daniel looks remarkably like a block of 1950s holiday apartments in a seaside resort. Most guests here are in town for short visits, but the sheer style and experience of this boutique hotel migh…

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This thoroughly modern hotel stands out in suburban Graz with some quirky touches. Individually decorated rooms, contemporary art installations, an indoor pool and top-class service combine to ma…

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Of the highly sought after hotels on the Ringstrasse, am Schubertring is about the only option available to the average Joe. With so many of Vienna's celebrated music institutions so close at han…

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With over 300 years of experience under its belt, Stefanie is a hotel with plenty of history and character, but also enough modern amenities to satisfy most guests with picky demands. Fortunately…

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Sick of offhand service and snooty chic? Then head for the endearingly old-fashioned Hotel Stadtkrug, which seems to have put its decorative roots down somewhere around the turn of the last centu…

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A few paces from Innsbruck Altstadt, Hotel Mondschein is where 500 years of history collide with the 21st century. With views to the Inn River or courtyard, rooms have recently had a face-lift an…

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Planning a romantic weekend away? Flock to this little love nest near the Hofburg. Swarovski, Versace and Philippe Starck have all put their creative stamp on this gorgeous hotel. Expect plush ro…

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Standing proud on the square, this is a grand Salzburg affair catering for guests with money to burn. If it's liveried doormen, starchy service and Baroque grandeur you're after, then the quietly…

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Perched above Lienz, this retreat oozes country charm. Fringed by pear and plum orchards, Haidenhof is where rustic farmhouse meets 21st-century chic. Rooms are understated yet elegant, with plen…

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Located on the busy backstreet of Judengasse, this smartly converted coaching inn is one of the oldest in Salzburg, mixing top-end style with lashings of old-world charm. It's bang in the heart o…

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The Hilton Vienna is the city's, if not the country's, foremost business hotel. Originally built in 1975, all 15 floors of this giant enjoyed a million-euro makeover and reopened its doors to the…

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Salzburg can get a little hectic in high season, which makes this quiet little lodge hotel a real find. Tucked away on the far side of the Kapuzinerberg, it's only a short walk uphill from the ci…

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A family-run hotel since 1854, Wandl is certainly doing something right to keep guests happy and the big hotel chains from snapping it up. Its great location and wide choice of rooms also pitch i…

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Tucked away behind the smart townhouse facade of the Wolf Dietrich you'll find some of the best value rooms on the Right Bank, ranging from traditionally styled doubles to a couple of fabulously …

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With its green surrounds, alpine vistas and attentive staff, Bierwirt is a great base for exploring nearby Schloss Ambras. You're in good hands at this family-friendly chalet. Freshen up in your …

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This sweet little family-run hotel is one of our favourite finds in Salzburg. It's got character and charisma in abundance, and offers a choice of rooms split between the original hotel and a sma…

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Housed in a smart building on the corner of Linzer Gasse overlooking the river, this eccentric place makes a refreshing change from some of the city's stuffier hotels, blending retro chic with a …

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A relative youngster on the Ringstrasse, the Radisson lacks the legendary status of many of its contemporaries lining the famous street, but what it lacks in history it makes up for in style and …

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Hotels often attempt to boost their image through self-proclaimed catch-phrases of excellence, which frequently miss their mark. Das Tyrol however hits the bullseye; 'small luxury hotel' is about…

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Hotel Zum Dom is a charming place with tastefully furnished rooms featuring either steam showers or whirlpools. Wrought-iron chandeliers, leadlight windows (double glazed for quiet), figurines de…

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Four-star Hotel Schlossberg has a location other hoteliers would die for - at the foot of Graz's green Schlossberg and just a short walk from the heart of town. This hotel is small enough to offe…

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Surrounded by the shops and boutiques of busy Getreidegasse, the super-swanky Golden Stag is one of the city's plushest places to stay, combining the snug atmosphere of a rustic country lodge wit…

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An icon of modern design, the Penz Hotel puts the sex into the city. Behind a sheer wall of glass are stylish rooms with clean lines and functional furnishings. Sip cocktails in the 5th floor bar…

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Wine and comfort play a hugely important role in the Austrian way of life, so it's unusual that Vienna suffered so long without a hotel combining the best of the two. With the revamping of Rathau…

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With its sleek rooms, cutting-edge interior, contemporary art themes and hi-tech extras, Le Meridien is the equivalent of a young genius (with a French accent) dealing an intellectual blow to its…

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