Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus (Bad Gastein, AT) from 51 £/night

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Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus - Bad Gastein

Reitlstrasse 20/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, Bad Gastein, Austria, 5640·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.4Perfect

Staff9.9

Location9.6

Value for money9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Comfort9.4

Who stays here

Couples54%

Solo18%

Families15%

Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.4Perfect

Staff9.9

Location9.6

Value for money9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Comfort9.4

Who stays here

Couples54%

Solo18%

Families15%

Groups13%

Historic 4-star retreat on the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade in Bad Gastein, set along the Hohe Tauern mountains - once a residence of Sigmund Freud.

Historic Residence & Thermal Spa

Built in 1897, the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus was once a residence of Sigmund Freud. The hotel draws thermal water directly from 16 different springs for its in-house spa. Guests receive a 25% discount on the green fee at Golf Club Gastein.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel offers pet-friendly rooms with private balconies overlooking the Gastein Valley. Accommodations include allergy-free rooms, soundproofing, and a minimarket on site. Guests can access a chapel/shrine for meditation or celebrations.

Dining & Culinary Experience

Breakfast at the Villa Excelsior is served à la parcours and includes exceptional quality according to guest reviews. Dinner offers elegant service with special diet menus available on request. The bar is run by Eric, known for his flair and pleasant conversations with guests.

Wellness & Recreation

The wellness complex includes a Finisch sauna, bio sauna, and infrared sauna, all complementing the outdoor swimming pool. Guests can also enjoy the games room, table tenis, and board games. For golf enthsiasts, there is a direct 25% discount on the green fee at Golf Club Gastein.

Location & Services

Situated on the famous Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, the hotel offers free shuttle service to the ski lifts and railway station. Guests receive a Gastein Card for free train rides to Salzburg. Children have access to outdoor play equipment and board games, and the hotel provides free parking.

Historical Significance: Built in 1897, former residence of Sigmund Freud
Thermal Spa: In-house spa with water from 16 springs
Free Shuttle Services: Airport, railway station, and ski lift shuttles included
Pet-Friendly: Rooms with private balconies for pets
Dining: Gourmet breakfast and elegant dinner with special diet menus
Wellness Facilities: Finnish sauna, bio sauna, infrared sauna, outdoor pool
Location: Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, near Hohe Tauern National Park

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 12:00-20:00

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Italian

Building

Number of rooms:8

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Rooms and availability

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Spa & wellness centre

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Golf course
Table tennis

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Massage
Hot spring bath

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus

💵 Lowest room price	51 £
📏 Distance to centre	900 m
✈️ Distance to airport	98.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport	W. A. Mozart, SZG

Location

Reitlstrasse 20/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, Bad Gastein, Austria, 5640

Address

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Reitlstrasse 20/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, Bad Gastein, Austria, 5640

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Reitlstrasse 20/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, Bad Gastein, Austria, 5640

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Golf Course

Golf Club Gastein

1.6 km

Waterfall

Bad Gastein Waterfall

1.7 km

Museum

Gasteiner Museum

2.0 km

Landmark

Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial

900 m

Bridge

Stubnerkogel Suspension Bridge

3.2 km

Church

Christophoruskirche

2.0 km

Ski Lift

Stubnerkogelbahn

1.8 km

Landmark

Hunting archery course Bad Gastein

730 m

Landmark

Trinkwasserbrunnen am Mozart-Platz

1.1 km

Fountain

Thermalwasserbrunnen im Martin-Luther Park

1.4 km

Fountain

Thermalwasserbrunnen beim Kurzentrum

1.4 km

Landmark

Kaiserin Elisabeth-Denkmal

1.5 km

Landmark

Flying Waters Seilbahn

2.0 km

Landmark

Palfnersee

2.9 km

Landmark

Stubnerkogel

3.1 km

Landmark

Huttenkogel

2.9 km

Church

Pfarrkirche Bad Gastein

350 m

Restaurant

Cafe Schuh

70 m

Restaurant

Hapimag Resort Bad Gastein

290 m

Restaurant

Hirt

410 m

Restaurant

Restaurant Mozartstuben & Taunus Bar

1.4 km

Restaurant

Hexenhausl

1.4 km

Restaurant

Graukogelhutte

1.4 km

Restaurant

Kraftwerk Bad Gastein

710 m

Reviews of Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus

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Guests say: exceptional stay

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4.9/ 5

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FAQ about Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel?

Attractions near Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel include Graukogel Cable Car as well as Stubnerkogelbahn, they can be reached with a 12 minutes' walk and a 20 minutes' walk respectively.

Does the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus provide an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.

Is there a parking at Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus?

Yes, Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus offers a free private car park on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?

Best restaurants near the hotel include Hapimag Resort Bad Gastein and Cafe Schuh, placed 300 meters from the property and about 5 minutes' walk away respectively.

Can I have breakfast at the hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What time is check-in and check-out at the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel?

Guests of the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel can check in from 12:00 to 20:00 and check out from 11:00.

What payment methods are available in Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus?

At Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus, you can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

What room types are available at the hotel?

Double Room, Standard Double Room, and Guest Room are among the room types available at the hotel.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel?

Every suite at Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Is the staff at Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel multilingual?

Yes, the staff of Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel can assist you in Italian, German, and English.

Which facilities are available in Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel?

Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as a safety deposit box and a first aid kit for safety purposes.

What spa facilities does the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus offer?

Pampering amenities in the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus include a hot spring public bath and a sauna.

Is there a swimming pool in Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel?

Yes, Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus hotel features an outdoor pool.