Cheap sleeps can be tough to find in central Salzburg, which makes the budget Bergland a real diamond of a find. The peach-coloured building isn't much to write home about, but inside the country-themed rooms are fantastic value and the city centre is just a short walk away along… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The charming 'Golden Duck' has one of the best locations in the old town, halfway up the historic street of Goldgasse, and combines a cosy Austrian atmosphere with plenty of modern-day comfort. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

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 city centre, but feels a whole world away thanks to its delightful garden setting and m… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Bedecked with quaint shutters, practically obscured by evergreen trees and crammed with offbeat character, this quirky little pension offers a taste of rustic-tinged tranquillity just a short stroll from the Altstadt. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This impressive family villa is another tranquil refuge in the Aigen district, much favoured by visiting musicians during the annual Salzburg music festival thanks to its pastoral setting and down-home ambience. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The Jedermann is one of Salzburg's best-kept secrets - an attractively priced and centrally located pension hotel, in a quiet residential street just off the busy boulevard of Schallmooser Hauptstraße. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

It's a little way out of the centre of Salzburg, but this lovely sunflower-yellow townhouse near the Volksgarten makes a peaceful base away from the old town crowds. The owners are a mine of information on things to see and do in Salzburg - ask nicely and they'll even give you th… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Staying in the old town is rarely cheap, but this charming mid-range place offers a fine trade-off between location and price. It's more a traditional Austrian pension than a big hotel, characterised by mismatched fabrics, battered armchairs and a sweet wood-shuttered exterior. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This large hotel might be owned by the Best Western group, but don't let its chain connections put you off. It's smart, central, competitively priced and screamingly efficient, making it an ever-popular option for business travellers and holidaying families on a European grand to… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Even if you're not a fan of chain hotels, it's hard to fault this excellent, efficient place on the right bank of the river. The modern, minimalist aesthetic is set by the attractive lobby, with its flat-screen TVs, designer lamps and spot-lit tables, and runs through into the up… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Salzburg certainly isn't short of top-end hotels, but this ultra-posh pamper palace really takes the biscuit. Proudly trumpeting itself as the only five-star castle hotel in the city, it's a favourite haunt for Japanese honeymooners, superstar footballers and investment bankers a… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The best of several small hotels along atmospheric Linzer Gasse, Amadeus offers country-style rooms bathed in cheery Mozart-friendly hues right next to the St Sebastian graveyard. All rooms have cable TV, including the few cheaper ones with shared facilities. The breakfast room s… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This good-value pension is in an ugly part of town, but it's convenient for the train station (cross the tracks via the footpath bridge) and it's set back from the street. The good-sized rooms are reasonably quiet and the friendly landlady will let you use her washing machine and… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you just wanna have fun, this hip hostel is the place to meet like-minded backpackers. There's a daily happy hour at the bar and The Sound of Music is blasted out at 10:30 (bring your earplugs or join in the singsong). Other perks include free wi-fi and lockers, plus a 10% dis… Full Lonely Planet Review ›