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Villa Verde is located just 500 metres from Leopoldskron Castle and a 15-minute walk from Salzburg's Old Town. Free WiFi and free parking are available at this bed and breakfast.

Rooms at Villa Verde feature modern furnishings, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom.

Delicious breakfasts like at home, great location- walking distance to the centre, very hospitable hosts, cozy rooms and very comfortable beds.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,646 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

The Small Luxury Hotel Goldgasse occupies a 14th-century building located in a pedestrian area in the heart of Salzburg's historic Old Town.

The cathedral, the Getreidegasse, Mozart's birthplace, the festival halls, and the Salzach River are just a few minutes' walk away from Small Luxury Hotel Goldgasse. A public car park is situated nearby.

We have booked the Junior suit. The welcoming was heart warming, front desk was super friendly! The room is very airy, cozy with special design. It was well equipped with free bar and coffee capsules. Closet has enough room. Shower is big, there was always hot water along with heating system in the bathroom. Its location COULD NOT be better!!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,199 reviews
Price from
£147
per night

The charming boutique hotel has been family-run for three generations and is a pioneer of the common good economy. The Hotel & Villa Auersperg welcomes you with an extraordinary style and ambience, a beautiful city garden with a cozy terrace and a city SPA in the middle of the lively Andräviertel in the city center of Salzburg.

Beautiful, comfortable, relaxing, excellent location.

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9.1
Superb
1,791 reviews
Price from
£174
per night

Located in Salzburg, 2.6 km from Festival Hall Salzburg, Pension Ballwein features free WiFi access and free private parking.

All rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a shower.

We loved everything in this property! Thankful to Daniela and Simon for the amazing hospitality. One of the best memories during our stay was when Daniela gave my wife her birthday cake - that was very thoughtful! Location is perfect - bus stop is right outside the property. View from the balcony is amazing. We'll definitely stay here again when we come back to Salzburg!

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9.6
Exceptional
651 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Located in the outskirts of Salzburg, at the foot of the Gaisberg Mountain, Die Haslachmühle is a renovated mill dating back to 1688. Free WiFi access and free private parking are available.

Each room features a flat-screen satellite TV, a coffee machine, a desk, a safety deposit box, and a bathroom.

Everything, the place is just amazing as well as the hosts. Breakfast is fantastic. There's a terrace for breakfast if the weather is nice, we had our breakfast there as our trip was in summer.

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9.8
Exceptional
500 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

The apartments combine historic features with modern design and come with a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD and Blu-ray player and a hi-fi system, and an exclusive bathroom. Most apartments have a balcony or garden access. Bed linen and towels are provided free of charge.

Ample storage for clothes, fully equipped kitchen, great design touches in the apartment that put it above most cookie-cutter options and attention to detail meant that even the smallest needs were catered for such as a toaster, cappuccino maker, reading lights beside each side of the bed, and remote blinds that can block all light while also being able to open to let in air.

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9
Superb
716 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Set directly in the heart of Salzburg, City-Center Apartments and Double Rooms offers stylish and modernly furnished apartments with free WiFi and a flat-screen cable TV. The units are located in a building dating back to 1406, just 50 metres from Mozart’s birthplace.

Great location, all facilities that you need, spotlessly clean. Friendly helpful owner / staff.

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9.4
Superb
224 reviews
Price from
£137
per night

Located in a historic town house, right in the heart of Salzburg, the family-run arte vida boutique guesthouse offers a garden with a seating area and features rooms with Moroccan-style furniture. Please note that the arte vida boutique guesthouse has no lift. The Getreidegasse, with Mozart’s birthplace, is just a 5-minute walk away.

The Arte Vida was spotless. The hostess was exceptional The location was perfect.

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9.2
Superb
274 reviews
Price from
£145
per night

Our small family run hotel is located about 5km south of the old town of Salzburg, in a quiet and scenic location. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free parking for your car, as well as a bike garage for your bikes. There are also free bikes to rent and E-Bikes for a small fee.

The property was beautiful and very well kept. The views were awesome. The bus into Salzburg was just around the corner and so easy and convenient. Around a 15 minute bus ride. Easy to and from Salzburg. We borrowed bikes and rode our bikes to Hellbrun Palace. It was a beautiful ride on easy paved bike trails. Breakfast was delicious and the service all around exceptional. I highly recommend.

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9.2
Superb
635 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

This 5-star superior hotel enjoys a unique location on top of the Mönchsberg, a hill in the centre of Salzburg. It is surrounded by a large park and offers panoramic city views, an outdoor infinity pool, and an outdoor hot tub. Free on-site private parking and free WiFi is available as well.

beautiful property in a beautiful setting

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9.6
Exceptional
195 reviews
Price from
£406
per night

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  • Hotel Sacher Salzburg
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 819 reviews

    Opened in 1866, the privately owned Hotel Sacher Salzburg is a grand, historic hotel which combines timeless elegance and tradition with highest standard of service.

    Great location, incredible staff and very comfy rooms.

  • Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,022 reviews

    Dating back to 1408, Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu welcomes guests since 2012 in its venerable, medieval premises.

    Very nice welcome. Nothing seemed to much for them

  • Parkhotel Brunauer
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,171 reviews

    Only a 5-minute walk from Salzburg's main train station, Parkhotel Brunauer offers a sauna, a fitness room and a 3,500 m² garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, including the garden.

    Big rooms. Balcony. Good location easy to get around

  • Hotel Markus Sittikus Salzburg
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,597 reviews

    Hotel Markus Sittikus Salzburg is a modern and charming family-run 4-star hotel situated in a peaceful area, a 3-minute walk from the Mirabell Palace.

    Very clean room and comfy location, close to city centre

  • ARCOTEL Castellani Salzburg
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,534 reviews

    Combining historic substance and modern architecture, the ARCOTEL Castellani Salzburg is located in green surroundings, a 15-minute walk from the centre of Salzburg.

    I haven’t tried breakfast ..The staff was friendly

  • artHotel Blaue Gans
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 595 reviews

    Located in a 14th-century building in the heart of Salzburg’s Old Town, this 4-star design boutique hotel is right at the foot of Hohensalzburg Fortress. Free WiFi is available.

    great location, friendly and attentive staff, good facilities

  • Villa Ceconi by Das Grüne Hotel zur Post - 100% BIO
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 720 reviews

    Built by the famous architect Jakob Ceconi, Villa Ceconi is just a 5-minute bus ride from the centre of Salzburg. It offers free WiFi in public areas, and private parking is available on site.

    The staff is outstanding! Really really over the top

  • Hotel Bristol Salzburg
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 967 reviews

    Hotel Bristol is situated in the heart of Salzburg, only a few steps away from Mirabell Palace and the Festival Houses.

    Its a beautiful historic property in a great location.

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  • B&B Villa Verde
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,646 reviews

    Villa Verde is located just 500 metres from Leopoldskron Castle and a 15-minute walk from Salzburg's Old Town. Free WiFi and free parking are available at this bed and breakfast.

    A lovely place, everything you want, perfect for a short stay

  • Boutique Hotel & Villa AUERSPERG
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,791 reviews

    A hideaway in the middle of the city. The charming boutique hotel has been family-run for three generations and is a pioneer of the common good economy.

    A splendid breakfast is served in a cosy atmosphere.

  • arte vida boutique guesthouse
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 274 reviews

    Located in a historic town house, right in the heart of Salzburg, the family-run arte vida boutique guesthouse offers a garden with a seating area and features rooms with Moroccan-style furniture.

    Perfect location and so much space. Felt like home

  • Boutiquehotel am Dom
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 689 reviews

    Boutiquehotel am Dom is located in the heart of Salzburg's pedestrian area.

    Clean. Everything well prepared for my short stay.

  • Hotel Rosenvilla
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 471 reviews

    The Rosenvilla is located in the exclusive residential district of Aigen, south of the Kapuzinerberg Mountain and just a 10- to 15-minute walk from the Old Town of Salzburg.

    breakfast was absolutely great, staff very friendly

  • Salzburg City Appartement
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 68 reviews

    This spacious apartment is located in the Linzergasse pedestrian area, a 10-minute walk from Salzburg Train Station and a 15-minute walk from Mirabell Palace and the Getreidegasse shopping street.

    место расположение. много спален. удобно, уютно. есть все необходимое

  • Motel One Salzburg-Süd
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,022 reviews

    This modern design hotel 4 km from the centre of Salzburg offers free WiFi access and air-conditioned and soundproof rooms.

    The room was clean and bright. Breakfast was great.

  • Das Jedermann Boutiquehotel mit Stadtgarten
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,307 reviews

    Only a 10-minute walk from Mirabell Palace, the Congress Centre, and the main train station, and a 15-minute walk from the Old Town, the modern, non-smoking Das Jedermann Boutiquehotel mit Stadtgarten...

    Great location and very large room and comfortable

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  • HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Salzburg City I - contactless check-in
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 584 reviews

    Set right next to Salzburg's exhibition centre and a 10-minute drive or bus ride from the city centre, HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Salzburg City I - contactless check-in offers free in-room WiFi and free...

    Everything was nicely decorated, clean and functional.

  • Bergland Hotel - Adults only
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 994 reviews

    Family-run since 1912, the non-smoking, adults-only Bergland Hotel offers a quiet location in the centre of Salzburg, only a 10-minute walk from Mirabell Palace, the Congress Centre, and the main...

    I absolutely loved the room, very comfy and spacious!

  • Hotel Villa Carlton - Adults Only
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 925 reviews

    Hotel Villa Carlton - Adults Only is just a few steps from the Mirabell Gardens and the Salzburg Congress Centre and features individually designed rooms.

    Clean and comfortable room close to the heart of Salzburg

  • Motel One Salzburg-Mirabell
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,625 reviews

    Located on the banks of the Salzach River, Motel One Salzburg Mirabell is a 10-minute walk from Mirabell Palace and a 15-minute walk from Salzburg’s Old Town.

    Great location on the river. Very clean and modern

  • Hotel Stein - Adults Only
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,995 reviews

    Located on the banks of the Salzach River, in the centre of Salzburg, the Hotel Stein has a history dating back to medieval times and was fully renovated and reopened in the spring of 2018.

    Lovely staff excellent location very modern and spotless

  • NH Collection Salzburg City
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,192 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Salzburg’s Old Town, this 4-star hotel offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi in public areas. Mirabell Palace and Gardens are 300 metres away.

    Great location, friendly, helpful staff, good rooms

  • Hotel Salzburg
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 326 reviews

    This 4-star hotel is located between Salzburg Airport and the A1 motorway, on the western outskirts of Salzburg. It offers free WiFi in all areas and free private parking.

    the room was clean , spacious , silent , well equipped

  • Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Messe
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,507 reviews

    The modern Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Messe is conveniently situated, close to the A1 motorway, about a 15-minute bus ride from the heart of the city.

    Brought our large dog with us. Very friendly staff.

  • Apartments Ante Portas
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 331 reviews

    Set in the centre of a historic district of Salzburg, in a nice and safe residential area, this traditional aparthotel boasts excellent access to the area’s skiing areas and lakes.

    Location, clean place, free parking, close to bus stop

  • Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,714 reviews

    A 20-minute walk from Salzburg's Old Town and only 300 metres from the Main Train Station, the Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre has a fitness centre, a sauna, and an indoor pool.

    The location is great, very close to the main station.

  • Leonardo Hotel Salzburg Airport
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,486 reviews

    This modern, quietly located 3-star hotel is part of the Wals Trade Centre and is just off the A1 motorway and only 800 metres from Salzburg Airport.

    Clean, good-firm bedding. Good value and easy to go anywhwre

  • Dorint City-Hotel Salzburg
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,346 reviews

    Located at the foot of the Kapuzinerberg Mountain, the Dorint City-Hotel Salzburg is a 15-minute walk from the Old Town and the Main Train Station. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    Very nice hotel. Large rooms. Very helpful staff. Very clean.

  • Amadeo Hotel Schaffenrath
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 477 reviews

    Located in a quiet and green part of Salzburg, Amadeo Hotel Schaffenrath is only a short walk from Hellbrunn Palace. It offers free Wi-Fi and a free underground car park.

    The location really suited for the purpose of our trip .

  • Hotel Flair
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,688 reviews

    The 3-star Hotel Flair offers guests a quiet and relaxing accommodation with a familiar atmosphere, located close to the old town of Salzburg, Mozart's Birthplace and the Mirabell Gardens.

    Good location. Tasty breakfast. Clean room. Good price.

  • Best Western Plus Amedia Art Salzburg
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,702 reviews

    Offers free WiFi access and a spa area with a roof terrace, BEST WESTERN PLUS Amedia Art Salzburg is a 20-minute walk from Salzburg Main Train Station, the Congress Centre, Mirabell Palace, and the...

    Large clean and comfortable rooms. Friendly staff.

  • MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,423 reviews

    Meininger Hotel Salzburg City Center is 2 km from the Old Town and offers rooms with a flat-screen TV. WiFi is available throughout the hotel for free.

    Comfort, cleanliness, facilities, location. The lot!

  • Holiday Inn - Salzburg City, an IHG Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,157 reviews

    The Holiday Inn Salzburg City, an IHG Hotel, is only a 10-minute walk away from the Mirabell Gardens and a 15-minute walk from the Old Town.

    Great location, good transport links to the centre.

  • Hotel St. Virgil Salzburg
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 224 reviews

    Surrounded by a large park, Hotel Sankt Virgil Salzburg enjoys a quiet location in the green district of Aigen.

    Sehr gutes Frühstück, gemütliches Zimmer, gute Lage.

  • Am Neutor Hotel Salzburg Zentrum
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,570 reviews

    Located at the foot of the Mönchsberg Mountain and only a 5-minute walk from the historic Getreidegasse and the Old Town of Salzburg, the Am Neutor Hotel Salzburg Zentrum offers free WiFi access.

    Great location for the old town 5 minutes walk away

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Salzburg

  • Avg. price/night: £143.46
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,099 reviews
    Stayed in the room with bathtub and it was so great! Lovely views, really spacious and great design. Stayed with a baby and they offered a baby cot as well. Location was great, close to old town, restaurants and shops. Check-in and check-out are so fast and wonderfully arranged. Would stay again!
    Liis
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £137.57
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,486 reviews
    Convenient for visiting Salzburg on a budget, great parking space directly behind the hotel, possibility of a very good breakfast, late check in, supermarket nearby as well as Salzburg’s biggest designer outlet! Room and bathroom interiors were correct and exceptionally clean!
    Zeljko
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 68 reviews
    Altstadt Luxury Design was a lovely spacious…huge living and kitchen area,comfortable bedding, warm on the cold winter days we had, clean and beautifully presented. Perfect location to walk everywhere in Salzburg. Communication with host was easy and quick to respond to messages.
    Kerrie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £157.12
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 468 reviews
    Lovely and brand new hotel with great design.
    Kaniyet
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £175.91
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,737 reviews
    Lovely modern hotel and bedroom, great design. Nice lighting and TV. Breakfast was really good, plenty of options. Located a minutes walk to the train and bus stations so easy to day trip out of the city.
    Jennifer
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £163.95
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,369 reviews
    Gorgeous rooms. Lovely design, comfortable bed and incredibly clean. Amazing option to relax in the hangout. And access to vending machine etc.
    Joanne
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £161.39
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,600 reviews
    Simple and a stylish interior design...modern shower an bathroom...free drinks in the basement
    Schrumpfmann
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £66.71
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,242 reviews
    Budget hotel. Near designer outlet and all daily use shops nearby. Travel to Salzburg easy too.
    Aftab
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £199.56
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 181 reviews
    I had an incredible stay at this new boutique hotel in Salzburg. The rooms were beautifully designed with a modern touch. The location was perfect, with easy access to all the main attractions. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Salzburg!
    Sean
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £127.24
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,169 reviews
    Lovely little boutique hotel, room layout is interesting and fun! Love the interior design concept and branding. Staff are friendly and super helpful. Overall great experience and highly recommend!
    Yeoh
    Young couple

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