Hotels in Salzburg
Some of the best places to stay, particularly the castle hotels, converted farmhouse pensions, and boardinghouses, lie on the outskirts of Salzburg, within an easy drive of the city. But if you don't have a car, you'll probably want to stay right in the city, within walking distance of all the major sightseeing attractions.
Because Salzburg hotels are often very crowded in summer (and are impossibly booked during the Salzburg Festival in Aug), you might want to reserve less-expensive accommodations in Land Salzburg and drive into Salzburg.
A pension or guesthouse in Salzburg does not necessarily mean a less-expensive rate. These places can be luxurious, with a five-star rating, or of a more modest class, comparable to (but often better than) a third-class hotel.
Many hotels in the Old City must be reached on foot because of the pedestrian-only streets. However, taxis are allowed to take passengers from the airport or the rail and bus stations and deliver them to the door of a hotel. Many hotels away from the city center can be reached by public transportation.
A Castle Hotel in Oberalm -- The main reason for visiting Oberalm, directly north of Hallein and also north of Golling, is to stay at the castle hotel recommended below, which lies 16km (10 miles) south of Salzburg. From Salzburg, take the A10 south; from Golling, take the A10 north. However, if you're nearby, you might want to stop to see the Romanesque Pfarrkirche (Parish Church), with Gothic extensions. It has a magnificent high altar from 1707 by J. G. Mohr. The church is embellished with baroque furnishings and heraldic tombstones. Be sure to see the funereal shield from 1671.
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Altstadt Hotel Stadtkrug
The old-fashioned Hotel Stadtkrug doesn't have a snobby nail in its walls. The vibe is that of a rural family home, despite its location smack in Salzburg's city center. Dark wood rafters, stone arches, frayed carpets, and antiques grace the lobby, which also…$Right Bank
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Altstadt Hotel Wolf-Dietrich
Two 19th-century townhouses were joined together to make this select little residence. The lobby and ground floor reception area have a friendly and elegant atmosphere, with bright, classical furnishings. The smallish rooms are appealing: cozy and comfortably furnished. The décor may…$$Right Bank - Hotel
Altstadt SAS Radisson
Forget everything you know about the Radisson brand—this place couldn't be further from what you expect from the chain. Dating to 1377, this Altstadt ("old town") inn has been luxuriously and elegantly converted. The historic façade…$$Left Bank (Old Town) - Hotel
Altstadthotel Wolf
Right next to Mozartplatz, this former inn dates to 1429, and has been owned by the same family since 1899. A clean white exterior encloses rustic and inviting hallways, decorated with a few baroque touches. Many new bathrooms have been installed, all with showers…$$Left Bank (Old Town) - Hotel
Arte Vida
Near the Landestheater on the Right Bank is a surprising alternative B&B with oriental décor and a DIY approach. The interior is colorful, with dabs of Indian and Southeast Asian patterns tastefully compiled through seven rooms. There's a shared kitchen and a yoga studio on…$Right Bank - Hotel
Arthotel Blaue Gans
The "Blue Goose" gets the prize for the best contemporary makeover of a Salzburger grand dame. At a prime location in the Old Town on Getreidegasse, this guesthouse, over 650 years old, was renovated in 2012 to resurface with many new talents. The art …$$Left Bank (Old Town) - Hotel
Hotel Amadeus
At the foot of the Kapuzinerberg, 15th-century walls enclose boutique charm, enhanced by 2011 renovations. Rooms are spacious and pleasant, decorated with country-style Austrian furniture. In front, quarters have views of the quiet Linzergasse. In back, the rooms overlook the…$$Right Bank - Hotel
Hotel Auersperg
Near the right bank of the Salzach, this family-run hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Altstadt. There are two buildings, a main structure and a less expensive annex. The inviting rooms are warm, large, and decorated in a tasteful modern style,…$$Right Bank - Hotel
Hotel Bristol
The Hotel Bristol's location is stellar, right next to the Landestheater on a beautiful square, and only three minutes across the river from the old town. Near the Mirabell Gardens, it also features a view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress. The hotel itself has fallen into disrepair, but…$$$Right Bank - Hotel
Hotel Goldener Hirsch
This time-honored house has kept its stellar reputation by maintaining a standard of perfect service. The old-school approach carries over to the furnishings, as each room exudes an Alpine-country-house feel from the carved wood headboards and mounted antlers to the cozy upholstered…$$$Left Bank (Old Town) - Hotel
Hotel Sacher Salzburg
When the Gürtler family, owners of the Hotel Sacher in Vienna, took over what used to be the Hotel d'Autriche in 1989 it only grew in popularity among well-heeled visitors to the city on the Salzach. From the old town you can see the terrace of the chic…$$$Right Bank - Hotel
Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
This beautiful yellow manor house—really a castle—stands on top of a hill at the center of Salzburg, just like a fairy tale. The building was constructed as a fortified tower in 1350 and wasn't transformed into a hotel until 1950. Atop the mountain you feel removed from civilization,…$$$Mönchstein - Hotel
Hotel Stein
This revitalized designer property lies directly on the water, with a panoramic view of the historic old town of Salzburg. The hotel is within an 18th-century, six-story building that was radically modernized and upgraded. The Stein was refitted with a contemporary look, from shiny…$$Right Bank - Hotel
Hotel Villa Carlton
This boutique hotel is exceptional. In a beautiful house right by the Mirabell Gardens and just a 15-minute walk from the old town, Hotel Villa Carlton boasts a funky modern interior and an adorable garden terrace. Each room is unique in layout and style, with Landhaus, elegant,…$Right Bank - Hotel
Meininger Hotel Salzburg
This is a very accommodating in-town budget hotel. It's just a few minutes on foot from the Gnigl train and S-Bahn station, connecting it to downtown by the S3. A chain hotel, the Meininger's modern interior is outfitted with hostel-type features, like billiard and foosball tables.…$Right Bank - Hotel
Rosenvilla
To get the quiet setting and romantic courtyard that Rosenvilla offers, you have to first accept a 20-minute walk across the Salzach River from the city's center. With cute little extras you may not find downtown, this is an intimate, personalized, and conservative stay, at a…$$Right Bank - Hotel
Sheraton Salzburg Hotel
On the Right Bank, this seven-story pride of the Sheraton chain is only a five-minute walk from the old town. While the building is not as old as Salzburg's other five-star establishments, it fits nicely into its 19th-century neighborhood. The façade is topped with a mansard roof,…$$$Right Bank
