A holiday in charming Austria equates to an immersion into a world of endless fun, cultural surprises, stunning sights, thrilling experiences, and emotional moments when it’s time to leave. From hiking the magnificent Tyrolean Alps to exploring the historic charm of Vienna, Austria is always magical. Plan a Walking Holiday or get active on a Cycling Holiday in Austria and pair it with the best luxury accommodations after a day of exploring the wonders this European gem offers. Here are the best luxury hotels for an otherworldly stay. If you’re in search for something unique why not extend your stay in Austria and embark on a European River Cruise for a serene river life journey.
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1. Golden Ochs Hotel, Bad Ischl
The Goldener Ochs Hotel, nestled in the heart of Bad Ischl City, has been an enclave for luxury travellers since 1791, offering easy access to the best sights, sounds, and attractions in Bad Ischl. After exploring the imperial town, retreat to the hotel’s rooms and suites, outfitted with amenities such as comfortable double beds, satellite TVs, desks, spacious bathrooms, and windows with scintillating vistas of Salzkammergut town. Indulge the stunning tastes of traditional Austrian cuisines at the hotel’s restaurant, 4 stylish traditional rooms, a winter garden restaurant, or the 2 outdoor dining areas. At your leisure, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, enjoy a steam bath at the sauna complex, boost blood flow at the fitness centre, and relax in the sunbathing meadow with a pendulum lounger while reading a book.
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2. Grand Hotel, Lienz
Be pampered to ecstasy by a retreat lavish with prime hospitality treatments at the 5-star Grand Hotel, Lienz. Lodged directly on the tranquil River Isel, this hotel is a home away from home across exquisitely furnished rooms and suites, equipped with bathtubs and showers, seating areas and balconies, separate toilets, minibars, TV sets, tablets and a safe. Devour exceptional cuisine at the Restaurant Orangerie or at one of the salons for tasty local and international delicacies, snacks, and a collection of over 150 wines. Subscribe to the beauty and wellness experience at the Spa Suite, where various wellness packages make your body and soul blissful. After exploring the city, kick back in the relaxation room, immerse yourself in the outdoor or indoor pool, and enjoy a steam bath to relax better.
3. Rosewood Schloss Fuschl, Salzburg
Magnificently laid before a gorgeous lake in the charming scenery of Salzburg, the Rosewood Schloss Fuschl welcomes every traveller with a deluxe taste. Across 98 rooms, 46 suites, and Lakefront chalets, guests relax in lakeside serenity with views from their rooms. Amenities such as marble bathrooms, smart TVs, underfloor heating, walk-in showers, and minibars ensure each stay is as soothing and luxurious as possible. Culinary experiences here are tailored to reflect Austrian cuisine's finesse while empowering the community, as all ingredients are locally sourced. An outdoor and indoor pool in the Asaya Spa keeps guests refreshed and fit while jogging around the lake, and a session at the fitness studio provides excellent alternatives.
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4. Interalpen-Hotel Tyrol
Bask in the heartwarming hospitality and world-class luxury lavish at the 5-star Interalpen-hotel, perched 1,300 meters above sea level. Find respite from a busy day exploring Tyrol in rooms and suites offering panoramic alpine views, with amenities like room safes, WiFi, TV, minibar, coffeemaker, and bathrooms with bathtubs and separate showers. Relish culinary delights at several dining venues within the hotel, including a winter garden, 6 cosy parlours, an à la carte restaurant, and a spa restaurant. For breakfast, lunch, and dinner, diverse menus cater to guests’ unique culinary needs, including vegan, local, and international delicacies. Wellness is a serious focus here, with a panoramic pool, sauna, private spa, and various spa treatments ensuring sustained whole-body wellness.
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5. Alpeiner Nature Resort, Stubaital
Embrace Austria’s beauty amid the enticing scenery of massifs at the Alpeiner Nature Resort, where comfort, luxury, and hospitality are paramount. Choose from nature-inspired rooms and suites offering stunning mountain views, all replete with luxurious amenities such as a flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, minibars, coffeemakers, safes, and balconies. Savour resplendent dishes at Alpenier, the hotel's restaurant, where regional fares and special diets are prepared using fresh, local ingredients. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the hotel's small mountain lake, a natural bathing pond fed by a spring from the mountains, or relax by the panoramic pool. Elevate your wellness experience in the sauna and succumb to soothing massage treatments, ensuring a calm night’s rest.
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6. Hotel Jagdhof, Stubaital
The Jagdhof Hotel is a tiny slice of heaven nestled at the foot of the dreamy alpines, serving as a base camp for tourists exploring the wonders of Austria. This 5-star pleasure retreat offers 70 deluxe rooms and suites, ready to absorb guests and pamper them with stately features such as satellite TVs, minibars, luxury bathrooms with showers and bathtubs, sleeping areas, mountain views, and Tyrolean antique furniture. The hotel flaunts a collection of cuisine delights in experiences like jCUISINE and jBALANCE for those who want a healthy diet, stay fit, and detox. Several spa treatments and suites are available for guests who wish to renew their body’s glow and physical grace. The hotel’s pool is also part of the wellness package, including a gym.
7. Park Hyatt, Vienna
Enjoy sensational, exquisite lodging and tranquillity in the majestic 5-star enclave of Park Hyatt, one of Vienna’s finest hospitality gems. Find your haven for relaxation in one of its 146 rooms and 42 tastefully furnished suites. Amenities in all options include flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and coffee and tea-making equipment. The Lounge awaits your indulgence, providing an immaculate environment to sit back, enjoy wine, and dine at your convenience. Alternatively, if you prefer a more private dining experience, in-room dining options are available. An indoor swimming, aroma steam room, sauna, fitness centre, vitality showers, and a wet area ensure the fitness and wellness requirements receive adequate attention.
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