“A cool urban hideaway, with modern, bright rooms in a 14th century building. Decorated with over 100 original contemporary artworks - a beautiful contrast to the stuccoed ceilings and wooden floors. Suites are well equipped for families. Ideally located at the foot of the Hohensalzburg Fortress.”
“A cool urban hideaway, with modern, bright rooms in a 14th century building. Decorated with over 100 original contemporary artworks - a beautiful contrast to the stuccoed ceilings and wooden floors. Suites are well equipped for families. Ideally located at the foot of the Hohensalzburg Fortress.”
Hotel Review
Written by Hugh Graham-Watson
Recommended For
- City Style
- A chic 14th-century hotel that perfectly marries old and new with contemporary art, minimalist design and original features.
- Families
- The Cityflat and Maisonette suites are ideal for families or large groups, within easy reach of the main sights.
- Sights nearby
- Directly opposite the Festival Hall and just a few steps from Mozart’s Birthplace.
- Hotel Entertainment
- During the free autumn jazz festival, artists gig in the atmospheric cellar.
- Cycling
- Grab one of the hotel bikes and head off to explore the city like a local.
- Other Activities
- Spend a relaxed evening sipping on wine in the charming library.
- Designer Shopping
- Situated along the famous Getreidegasse shopping street.
- Contemporary
- Sleek modern design with historic touches
- Artworks
- 100 originals on show around the hotel
- Restaurant
- Serving traditional Austrian cuisine
- Traditional
- Renovated historical building
- Downtown
- Free wifi
- Pet friendly
- Townhouse
Facilities
- Garden
- Guest garden is open for dining until late in the evening in summer
- Restaurant
- Serving traditional Austrian cuisine
- Bar
- Hotel brasserie serves bar snacks
- Parking
- Parking nearby at €14 per day
- Meeting Room
- For up to 10 people
- Outdoor dining
- In summer months
- Massage
- Cots available
- Concierge
- Internet
- In room DVD
- Airport transfer
- Safe
- Free wifi
- Wifi
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Air conditioning
- Room service
- Pet friendly
Activities
- Sights nearby
- Directly opposite the Festival Hall and just a few steps from Mozart’s Birthplace.
- Hotel Entertainment
- During the free autumn jazz festival, artists gig in the atmospheric cellar.
- Cycling
- Grab one of the hotel bikes and head off to explore the city like a local.
- Other Activities
- Spend a relaxed evening sipping on wine in the charming library.
- Designer Shopping
- Situated along the famous Getreidegasse shopping street.
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