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CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Gastein Vapor Bath

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CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa

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Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy, sports massages
Aerial view
Panoramic Room (ohne Balkon) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior entrance

Overview of CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Check out the area

Map
Miesbichlstraße 20, Bad Gastein, Salzburg, 5640
  • Popular LocationGastein Vapor Bath4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBad Gastein Waterfall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationFelsentherme Spa7 min drive
  • AirportSalzburg (SZG-W.A. Mozart)69 min drive

Room options

Panoramic Room, Balcony

  • 376 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Balcony

  • 570 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Room (ohne Balkon)

  • 376 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Balcony

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bad Gastein

On river.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of GC Gastein and 2 miles (3 km) of Nikolauskirche with a stay here. Gastein Vapor Bath and Gasteiner Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • GC Gastein - 4 min walk
  • Gastein Vapor Bath - 4 min drive
  • Bad Gastein Waterfall - 6 min drive
  • Felsentherme Spa - 7 min drive
  • Stubnerkogel Cable Car - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Bad Gastein Station - 8 min drive
  • W.A. Mozart Airport (SZG) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wasserfall Bad Gastein - 5 min drive
  • Hexenhäusl - 7 min drive
  • Pizzeria Angelo - 9 min drive
  • Bellevue Alm - 11 min drive
  • Sisi Kaffeehaus - 9 min drive

About this property

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Gastein Vapor Bath
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and 6 meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are free. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Bad Gastein hotel is smoke free.

  • 111 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1982
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa offers 111 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include sports massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and December 6.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night
  • Tourism fee: EUR 1.10 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 21 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Austria. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Europaeischer Hof Bad Gastein
Hotel Europaeischer Hof Bad Gastein
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel Hotel Bad Gastein
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel Hotel
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel Bad Gastein
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel Spa (ehem. Hotel EUROPÄISCHER HOF)
Cesta Aktivhotel & Bad Gastein
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa Hotel
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa Bad Gastein
CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa Hotel Bad Gastein

Frequently asked questions

How close is CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa to the airport?

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa is 58.2 mi (70-min drive) away from the W.A. Mozart Airport (SZG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa?

As of May 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa on May 22, 2024 start from $156.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa offers an airport shuttle.

Does CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 21 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa have a pool?

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa have a restaurant?

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa is home to Herd & Seele, which features international cuisine.

Does CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features sports massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

How close is CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa to downtown Bad Gastein?

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa is 0.8 mi away from Bad Gastein.

CESTA GRAND Aktivhotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michal

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

saeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Come again
Very nice staff were very good. I recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Helgi, The Hague

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location. Some distance from the ski lifts but easily reached with the ski-bus. Clean and large room but situated next to the stairs and a little noisy. Breakfast and dinner excellent quality and organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

GREGOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at Bad Gastein, Austria
Very impressive hotel in a spectacular location with excellent swimming and health facilities, very tasty breakfast and a lovely nearby local restaurant. A nice stopping point for travelling in Austria before putting the car on the train for Mallnitz.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leonhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Arie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet hotel.
Nice , convenience and quiet hotel. Nice view. short staff so service is slow but friendly. No air conditioning. Food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Only good.
They are very slow in everything- to clean the table in the breakfast area took half hour. They are very nice peoples. The room wasn’t so clean, and the beds wasn’t comfortable. The bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019