We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in St. Wolfgang, Austria. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated January 2024.
Hip. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Located in a quiet bay right at the shore of Lake Wolfgang, the 4-star superior Cortisen is the first boutique hotel in the Salzkammergut region. Wi-Fi access is available free of charge. The Cortisen am See offers individually furnished rooms with lake or mountain views, a lobby bar, and a cigar lounge bar. Dinner is served on the lakeside terrace, in the restaurant, or in the winter garden. The exclusive restaurant, awarded from the Falstaff Gourmet Guide with 2 forks, offers an extensive wine list. In addition to a fitness centre, the hotel features the exclusive spa area “comfort zone” and a 25-metre panoramic indoor pool. There is a Finnish sauna as well as a boat-shed sauna in the boathouse directly at the lake. Massages and beauty treatments are also offered. There is a lakeside lounge and deck chairs along the lakeshore. The hotel has a professional boat for water skiing and offers individual water skiing lessons. At surcharge the properties own rowing boat can be rented. The many leisure options include trips with the hotel's own Harley Davidson. The hotel can also organise fishing guides. A sailing school is nearby.Show full description
This charming boutique hotel stands out with its superb interior design and great views of the lake and mountains. It has a relaxing atmosphere, a beautiful pool, and direct access to the lake.
Relaxing atmosphere. Nice style. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Hotel Seevilla is exclusive to guests and offers direct access to Lake Wolfgang, a lakeside garden, and a small relaxation area with lake views. Rooms with a lake view all provide a balcony, a flat-screen TV, and free internet access. Guests of the Seevilla can enjoy the breakfast buffet, including fresh fruit, several kinds of bread rolls, yoghurt and muesli, every day until 11:30. A restaurant which features a lakeside terrace and offers Austrian cuisine made from local ingredients is on site. (reservation needed) The Seevilla's small spa centre features free sauna, infrared cabin, steam bath and fitness facilities. You can also enjoy a new heated 10-metres long infinity pool. The relaxation room offers panoramic views of the lake and the mountains. From the spa area you can walk directly to the lake. The Salzkammergut Golf Club is 7 km from the Seevilla. A water ski school is a 5-minute walk away, and the Schafberg Cable Car, a miniature golf course, and a sailing school are within 1 km of the Seevilla. Indoor and outdoor tennis courts and a riding centre with Icelandic horses are a 20-minute walk away. The spa town of Bad Ischl is 12 km from Hotel Seevilla, and Salzburg is 40 km away. Zell am See can be reached within a 2-hour drive.Show full description
This charming hotel stands out for its relaxing atmosphere, lovely interior design, and great views. It has a restaurant, sauna, and outdoor pool. Its direct access to Lake Wolfgang allows guests to enjoy the beautiful lakeside garden and stunning lake views.
Delightful property. Charming. Great value. Popular among couples. This private country estate is located directly on the shore of Lake Wolfgang, a 10-minute walk from the centre of Sankt Wolfgang. Landhaus zu Appesbach features a gourmet restaurant, a private beach, and a garden with English-style lawns. Built in 1912, Landhaus zu Appesbach offers classic-style rooms with luxury interiors. All rooms include free WiFi, satellite TV, a bathroom with bathrobes. Most have a balcony and lake views. In the restaurant, guests can enjoy fine cuisine 7 days a week. There is also a bar and a terrace with views of the lake. Landhaus zu Appesbach also features a tennis court. Guests have access to spa facilities, with a Finnish sauna, bio sauna, and steam room. Massages are also available. On-site private parking is free of charge. A sailing school and the Schafbergbahn Cable Car are within 5 km. It is a 15-minute drive to Bad Ischl and a 45-minute drive to Salzburg.Show full description
I think this is the most beautiful, charming and elegant luxury hotel in St. Wolfgang. It also has great affordability. WOW!
Charming. Cool. Comfortable beds. Located 200 metres from the private beach and the hotel's own beach bar, Hotel Furian in Sankt Wolfgang offers water ski and wakeboard rental and courses. Free WiFi, free parking and a breakfast buffet are available as well. Guests can benefit of the mountain bike and Stand Up Paddle rental as well as the deckchairs at the private sandy beach free of charge as well as hotel towels All spacious rooms and suites provide a balcony with lake or mountain views, a bathroom and flat-screen satellite TVs. Some also have marble baths. Hotel Furian is Europe's first water-ski hotel and also features a wakeboard and water-ski school. Guests can relax after an exhausting lesson at the beach bar with a cocktail. The Hallstatt UNESCO World Heritage Site is a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Furian is a charming hotel with comfortable beds and cozy rooms. It stands out for its private beach, where you can enjoy snacks and drinks, use paddleboards for free, and even rent speed boats.
Trendy. Elegant. Located right on the shore of Lake Wolfgang, this 4-star superior hotel offers panoramic lake and mountain views, 2 restaurants, and a unique spa area with a heated lakeside pool. The 1,500 m² spa includes a floating hot tub, a steam bath, a large sun terrace, a fitness room, and a relaxation room with panoramic views. A wide range of beauty and massage treatments is also available at the Weißes Rössl Hotel. The traditionally furnished rooms at the Weißes Rössl offer satellite TV, a bathroom with hairdryer, and free internet access via modem. The rooms are located in 9 historic buildings in the centre of St. Wolfgang. The Seerestaurant serves traditional Austrian specialities. At the Romantikrestaurant Kaiserterrasse, which was awarded one toque by Gault Millau, guests can enjoy gourmet cuisine and exclusive Austrian wines. Both restaurants feature a scenic view of Lake Wolfgang. Guests of the Romantikhotel Im Weißen Rössl benefit from reduced green fees at the Salzkammergut Golf Club. Píck-up from Salzburg Airport or Salzburg Main Train Station is available on request.Show full description
The balconies offer stunning views of the mountains and Wolfgang See. The hotel has a spa with an outdoor pool and jacuzzi on the lake-level floor. Its location by the lake is fantastic, and it has a unique energy and rich history.
Beautiful. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. A 5-minute walk from the centre of Sankt Wolfgang, Strandhotel Margaretha offers a private beach on the shore of Lake Wolfgang, a lakeside terrace, a bar, a sauna, and a relaxation room. Free WiFi is available. Strandhotel Margaretha’s modern rooms feature satellite TV and a minibar. Most offer direct views of the lake. Free parking is available on site. The Schafbergbahn (cog railway) and the shipping pier are 200 metres away from Strandhotel Margaretha.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great breakfast. Great location. Situated on the village square in the centre of Sankt Wolfgang, just 50 metres from Lake Wolfgang and 250 metres from its private beach, Hotel Zimmerbräu is set in a historic building, renovated 2011, which was originally a brewery dating back to the 14th century. Free WiFi is available throughout the building. All rooms are equipped with traditional wooden furniture with a modern touch and come with a balcony, a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries, a seating area, and a flat-screen TV. Further amenities include a safety deposit box, tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge. Parking outside costs 8,-€ a day, privat parking garage costs 14,-€ a day, reservation needed.Show full description
Zimmerbräu is a charming family-owned hotel with a superb breakfast and a great location. The luxurious rooms offer romantic views of the lake and market square. The hotel has a perfect mix of classic Austrian and modern decoration, as well as a private beach and special local decor.
Historic. Charming. Superb breakfast. Family-run for 3 generations, this traditional hotel is located at the beginning of St. Wolfgang's pedestrian zone, right by the shore of Lake Wolfgang. Hotel Peter offers comfortable and quiet rooms with balcony and terrace, affording wonderful, direct views of the lake and the mountains. Beautiful views can also be enjoyed from the lakeside terrace. The restaurant serves traditional Austrian cuisine made from high-quality products by regional butchers, fishermen and farmers. The vegetables are organically farmed, and the eggs come from free-ranging chickens. The surrounding area offers a wide range of leisure and sports options. Popular destinations for excursions in the vicinity are Bad Ischl, Gmunden and Hallstatt. Hotel Peter's staff are happy to help you create your own programme for excursions or hiking.Show full description
This small hotel has a highly rated breakfast and outstanding views.
Elegant. Beautiful. Great views. Popular among women. The Hotel Weisser Hirsch is an oasis of relaxation in the heart of St. Wolfgang, directly on the shores of Lake Wolfgang. It offers a private lake access and free Wi-Fi. This individually designed countryside hotel offers 4-star comfort and features a private bathing place and a lakeside garden. There is also a sun terrace with a hot tub, a sauna and a relaxation room. You can enjoy a wide range of traditionally Austrian and international dishes in the restaurant of the Hotel Weisser Hirsch. The Postalm Ski Area and Bad Ischl are both a 20-minute drive away. Salzburg and Hallstat can also be easily reached. The area offers numerous recreational possibilities. These include water sports, golf, hiking, as well as biking.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Situated 2.5 km from the centre of Sankt Wolfgang and 400 metres from the beach at Lake Wolfgang, which guests can use for free, the smallest 4-star hotel at Lake Wolfgang offers free WiFi, a spa area, and a restaurant with a beer garden. Garage parking is possible on site. The modern rooms and suites at Hotel Bürglstein offer lake or mountain views, a flat-screen satellite TV, parquet floors, and a bathroom with a hairdryer. The Bürglstein Hotel’s restaurant serves Austrian cuisine prepared with seasonal products, as well as a wide range of fine wines, brandies and organic juices. The 100m² large spa area includes a Finnish sauna, and infrared cabin and a relaxation room. A storage room for skis and bicycles, as well as free outdoor parking spaces are available on site. Garage parking spaces are available at a surcharge. Hiking trails start right outside, and a large children's playground is only 50 metres away. There is a bus stop right in front of the hotel. Bad Ischl is only 12 km away, and it is 40 km to Salzburg. Both cities can be reached by an hourly bus connection. At a surcharge, the hotel's own taxi and shuttle service takes guest to the train station and to Salzburg Airport.Show full description
Charming. Romantic. Great views. Located on a sunny terrace overlooking Lake Wolfgang, Bachmanngut features an outdoor pool, a spa area, and a tennis centre with 3 indoor and 3 outdoor tennis courts. Free WiFi is available and the centre of Sankt Wolfgang is within 800 metres. All rooms at the Bachmanngut have a balcony, a minibar, a safe, and satellite TV. Bathrobes are provided in all rooms of the Bachmanngut. The Herbarium Spa includes and indoor pool with panoramic views, an outdoor pool, a sauna area, relaxation rooms, fitness facilities and a sunbathing lawn. Massages and beauty treatments are available as well. Tennis courses and tennis packages can be booked in advance. The Salzkammergut Golf Course is within 7 km and horseback riding is possible 1 km away. In summer, guests can enjoy a heated outdoor pool and a sunbathing lawn with panoramic mountain views.Show full description
Scalaria Sunset Wing features an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk in St.Wolfgang. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a double bed, coffee machine and TV, while some rooms have a patio and some have lake view. The units include an open design closet wardrobe. An American breakfast buffet can be enjoyed at the property until noon (12 am) Salzburg is 50 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport, 62 km from the property. All rooms feature air condition.Show full description
Historic property. Great location. Hotel Weisser Bär is located on the market square of the picturesque town of St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut, opposite the famous Weißes Rössl and the beautiful pilgrimage church. Enjoy seasonal delights from the region, as well as Austrian and international cuisine. The restaurant also serves a wide range of salads and vegetarian dishes, and has an extensive wine list. The cosy, tastefully furnished rooms are equipped with all modern amenities. You can watch the colourful hustle and bustle of St. Wolfgang, as well as many events such as traditional concerts, from the terrace of Gasthof Weißer Bär. Only a 3-minute walk away from the lake, the hotel is an ideal starting point for excursions and other activities around beautiful Lake Wolfgang and in the entire Salzkammergut region.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most HISTORIC luxury hotel in St. Wolfgang. It also has a great location.
The Hotel Försterhof lebe pur, genieße den Tag offers a private beach with deckchairs and sunshades on Lake Wolfgang, 500 metres away, a restaurant with a garden terrace, a sauna, and free WiFi. Electric bicycles can be hired at a surcharge. The spacious rooms at Hotel Hotel Försterhof lebe pur, genieße den Tag have a seating area, satellite TV, a safe, a hairdryer, and a bathroom. Some rooms have a balcony. The Schafbergbahn Cable Car and the shipping pier on the lake are both 500 metres away. The centre of St. Wolfgang is only a 10-minute walk away.Show full description
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