Klagenfurt
Sitting comfortably in Klagenfurt's Altstadt (old town) since 1735, this butter-yellow hotel extends a warm welcome. The parquet-floored rooms are crisp,…
Klagenfurt
Sitting comfortably in Klagenfurt's Altstadt (old town) since 1735, this butter-yellow hotel extends a warm welcome. The parquet-floored rooms are crisp,…
Vienna
Set in leafy parkland roamed by squirrels, this modern hotel 500m southeast of the palace gates has 38 spick-and-span rooms (two of which are wheelchair…
Vienna
Sociable Wombat’s makes a great base for backpackers. The interior is a rainbow of colours; there's a bar, pool tables, music and comfy leather sofas; and…
Vienna
Decked out in bold colours, with big-top-style murals and pod-shaped rugs, the 217 Dreimeta-designed rooms here include 34 suites with kitchenettes…
Vienna
The baroque, 18th-century-built Palais Cavriani's quiet yet central location, just off the Graben, is hard to beat. Staff are exceedingly friendly, and…
Vienna
Backing onto a park, family-run Regina is a sound midrange choice for dipping into the laid-back Alsergrund neighbourhood. Dating to 1877, the building…
The Salzkammergut
Nestled in a leafy glade of maple trees next to the station, this lovely hotel has cosy, traditional decor, a beautiful garden complete with a pond, and a…
Vienna
Lodged in an original Otto Wagner building, this family-run, eco-conscious hotel is a cut above most hotels in Alsergrund. The bright, allergy-friendly…
Tyrol
One for serious outdoor-lovers, this Nordic-cool guesthouse is super central. Jacob, the Danish owner, is a terrific host and his incredible photography…
Salzburg
This old-timer has been given a super-chic boutique makeover, now cleverly contrasting original features with pared-back, modernist-style interiors. The…
Vienna
Set amid neatly tended vines and Heurigen (wine taverns), this country pension features wood-panelled ceilings, folk art, ornamental carpets and balconies…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
Bedecked with geraniums in summer, this sunny yellow chalet sits just south of Werfen and commands rousing views of the limestone spires of the…
Vienna
Decorated throughout in subtle aubergine hues, the 196-room Steigenberger Hotel Herrenhof offers style in an epicentral location. The 24- to 28-sq-metre…
Vienna
Aviano offers a supercentral position, high standards and all-round value for money. Rooms feature high ceilings and whitewashed antique furnishings;…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Cowering in the shadow of some of Austria’s highest peaks, Matreier Tauernhaus is a fine example of an alpine chalet, with recently revamped rooms…
Vienna
This elegant 46-room hotel offers some of the best value in the Innere Stadt (city centre). Cosy rooms come with minibars and kettles for tea and coffee…
Vienna
Luxurious furnishings in subtle green and grey hues at the 32-room Topazz are inspired by the Wiener Werkstätte period around the turn of the 20th century…
Klagenfurt
This large, light and sweetly decorated apartment is in a grand 19th-century building just beyond the historic centre's ring. It's extremely well equipped…
Vienna
Guitars are available for loan at this rocking hotel, which has in-room Marshall amps (and soundproofing!). The hotel's own radio station plays in the bar…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Bedecked with flowers in summer and affording pretty mountain views, this sweet and simple family-run guesthouse near the train station is a find. Warm…
Salzburg
This welcoming, family-run pension is a 15-minute stroll southwest of the Altstadt. It's set in vine-strewn gardens and housed in a gorgeous 17th-century…
Tyrol
The welcome is heartfelt at this family-run, chalet-style hotel, with fine mountain views and a lounge warmed by an open fire in winter. The warm-hued…
Vienna
This Terence Conran creation in 300-year-old former stables combines history and modern design. Its 120 rooms and suites have a clean aesthetic and muted…
Linz
The birthplace of acclaimed tenor Richard Tauber (1891–1948), the 'Black Bear' is run by the friendly Nell family. Overlooking a courtyard, the 54 rooms…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Perched like an eyrie at 3454m, this is the highest of Austria's alpine huts and a mere two-hour climb from the summit of mighty Grossglockner. As you…
Tyrol
A short dash across the Inn River from the Altstadt, this gem of a guesthouse is housed in a converted 17th-century bathhouse. It makes a charming,…
Vienna
A wine cellar has been converted into this cute guesthouse a 650m stroll northeast of Schloss Schönbrunn's gates. Its basement rooms are cosy, with wood…
Hallstatt
Rooms in this luxury hotel are spread across three buildings. The main building may claim the town's prime position at the landing stage on the lake, but…
Tyrol
This handsome chalet in central Ischgl is a cracking choice, with spacious, warm-hued rooms, decked out with pine trappings – the pick of which have…
Linz
Hidden down a backstreet in central Linz, Kolping has bright, spotless pine-furnished rooms and attentive service. The breakfast buffet (included in the…
The Salzkammergut
This modern hotel has neat, bright rooms that manage to evoke rustic comfort without the heavy stuffiness. The open bathrooms in some rooms remind you you…
Vienna
Decorated in art deco and 1930s styles, Lamée Vienna has 32 luxurious rooms, junior suites and suites. The minibar is restocked daily for free in higher…
Salzburg
Don't be fooled by the nondescript exterior. Belonging to the Kuhn family since 1912, the Bergland is ever so homey inside, with art (courtesy of the…
Vienna
This minimalist establishment offers style and clean lines in its 25 rooms with herringbone floors, simple and classic furniture, and designer lamps and…
Vienna
Renovations have restored the 41-room Hotel Kärntner Hof to its art-nouveau-era glory with Jugendstil colours (grey and sage), English wallpapers and…
Klagenfurt
As close as Klagenfurt gets to a backpacker hostel, this three-room guesthouse occupying a large apartment is a clean, cheap and comfortable place to stay…
Zell am See
You'll get a warm welcome at this lemon-fronted chalet near the lake. Rooms are cosy, if a little on the snug side, with good beds, warm colours and…
Salzburg
In a revamped bread factory just a couple of minutes' walk from Salzburg's Hauptbahnhof, this slickly modern hostel has airy, light-filled, wood-floored…
The Danube Valley
A bright and pleasant hotel in the heart of town offering 25 large, comfortable rooms in plush colours with additional fancy touches such as brass bed…
Salzburg
This guesthouse goes the extra mile with its sharp-styled contemporary rooms, faultless service and incredible breakfasts, featuring spreads, breads,…