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Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus

3.0 star property
3-star ski hotel with free breakfast

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Front of property
Double Room, Mountain View (Excelsior) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Front of property - evening/night
Reception
Hiking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Reitlstraße 20, Bad Gastein, Salzburg, 5640
  • Bad Gastein Waterfall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Felsentherme Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Stubnerkogel Cable Car
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Single Room, Mountain View (Excelsior) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Single Room, Mountain View (Excelsior)

  • Mountain view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Panoramic Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Mountain View (Excelsior) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, Mountain View (Excelsior)

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bad Gastein

Near the slopes.Your stay at this Bad Gastein hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Gastein Ski Resort and Nikolauskirche. Graukogel Cable Car and Gastein Vapor Bath are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Graukogel Cable Car - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gastein Vapor Bath - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bad Gastein Waterfall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Felsentherme Spa - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Stubnerkogel Cable Car - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bad Gastein Station - 20 min walk
  • W.A. Mozart Airport (SZG) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasserfall Bad Gastein - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orania Stüberl - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hexenhäusl - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Angelo - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sisi Kaffeehaus - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus

3-star ski hotel with free breakfast
For a free ride to the slopes, hop on the hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. This ski hotel also offers ski storage and a sauna. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Bad Gastein hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus offers 25 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Beds feature down comforters. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Bad Gastein hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snow sports gear

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 0.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: EUR 4.00 per person, per night
    • A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is EUR 1.10 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by EUR 1.10 per night for each additional bedroom.

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.

  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per stay

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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 15 and close October 12.

Property is also known as

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Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus Bad Gastein
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus to the airport?

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus is 60.8 mi (75-min drive) away from the W.A. Mozart Airport (SZG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus offer free breakfast?

Yes, Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have a pool?

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have a restaurant?

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus is home to Villa Excelsior, which features local cuisine.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus to downtown Bad Gastein?

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus is 0.3 mi away from Bad Gastein.

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and had a wonderful experience. While the hotel is located a bit further from the train station, the convenient transfer service provided by the hotel made it incredibly easy to get to and from, eliminating any inconvenience. The hotel itself is exceptionally stylish and beautiful. My room was spacious, impeccably clean, and offered stunning views of the mountains. Housekeeping was excellent, with daily cleaning and towel changes. The staff were absolutely fantastic – friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist. I opted for the half-board option, which included breakfast and dinner served à la carte. Dinners were a highlight, with a varied menu and delicious desserts. While breakfast wasn't as diverse, the staff were incredibly accommodating and always offered my child options not listed on the menu. This was a really thoughtful touch. One of the standout features of the hotel was the sauna complex, which included an infrared sauna, a Finnish sauna, and a bio sauna. It was a perfect way to relax after a day of exploring. The room was always comfortably warm, which was much appreciated. The hotel also provided complimentary sledges for my child, as well as a cot in the room. The hotel also offered comfortable communal areas where guests could relax, play games, or read. The building itself is in a classic style but is very well maintained, giving it a charming and elegant atmosphere. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An Excellent Stay - Recommended!

We spent a charming two nights in a double mountain view room at Villa Excelsior during winter season, a historic hotel bit removed from the historic center of Bad Gastein. The hotel offers complimentary pickup from the train station and is an easy (and picturesque) walk from the historic center. The half-board option includes a buffet breakfast (delicious coffee!) and a gourmet dinner in a classy dining room with excellent service. The hotel also has a wellness with different saunas and a relaxation room (that we used daily before dinner), and offers massage service and thermal baths (that we didn't use). There are also many public area sitting rooms. While there are probably more luxurious places than the three star hotel, would return for the excellent service, historic feeling, and quiet / comfortable rooms. I believe it's possible to book for dinner, which is well worth it even if one is not staying at the hotel.
The view from our room, after a snowfall
An original pen-and-ink drawing of Emperor Franz Joseph, in the hallway of the Villa Excelsior
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

yousef

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice hotel

one of the best hotels i ever visited and the receptionist guy is very nice he helped us a lot and nice breakfast the have
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading great reviews about this property, we were disappointed with our stay. The room wasn't what we expected based on pictures, and yes, we looked at photos of the correct room type. It also wasn't that clean. The biggest disappointment was the amenities, which was the reason we booked the hotel in the first place. They are only available during limited hours, and we ended up going to the Felsentherme instead, which was nice, but defeated the purpose of booking this hotel. The breakfast was good and the best part of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 nights stay in Bad Gastein

The Villa Excelsior is a well maintained, traditional hotel. Service is attentive and friendly, food was very good (we stayed half-board). The hotel is about 5-10 minutes walk from the centre, in a lovely location overlooking the valley. We were hiking every day, and it was a perfect start point to get up into the mountains. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay, and would rate it very highly also for value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing elegance

Step through the doors of this hotel to experience a step back in time to an era of great service, elegance, gentle formality and an owner who really does care that you enjoy your stay in his village. Not only was the hotel a great find but Bad Gastein itself was a fascinating village with lots to see and do. I feel sure we shall return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an outstanding place if you are looking for the old Austria. I could easily imagine my grandparents staying here 50-100 years ago. Very nice owners, good food. Easy to walk to the old tourist centre or off into the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Vince, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful little hotel in a lovely alpine town!

I highly recommend a stay at the Villa Excelsior. Christof and his family will take excellent care of you. Staying in the hotel was like stepping back in time, yet with modern conveniences. In a short time, we felt like we were staying in a comfortable family home. As well, I highly recommend taking advantage of the dinner offer. The food was excellent and a good value. We will definitely return and stay for a longer period.

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Walk With History

As a writer by profession, I can admit that even I am at a loss to find enough words of praise for the Villa Excelsior. Everywhere you look is a gift for the eyes. Christof, the owner, has lovingly restored this building which remains perhaps one of the only testaments in Bad Gastein to the way life was once lived.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel with personal service and great atmosphere

Great small hotel with personal service and an atmosphere from times long past. Food was excellent, location perfect, with a short 5 min walk to the historical center and a 10 min walk into the center of Bad Gastein.

6/10 Okay

Paal Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved our stay at villa excelsior, it was so charming and beautiful, we felt like a princess. The sauna is also very nice and the food was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sissel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Doften av en svunnen era

Härligt hotell i gammal stil med mycket kuriosa och prylar i alla hörn. Rent och prydligt, renoverade badrum. Väldigt bra och personlig service! Bra mat. Bastu och kurbad.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Strongly recommend staying at Villa Excelsior !

We had an excellent stay at Villa Excelsior this summer. Christof with staff made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy Bad Gastein. Probably the most friendly and accommodating hotel I have ever been to. Good food, beautiful surroundings, and charming house. Strongly recommend a stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

István

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad Gastein legvonzóbb szállodájában töltöttem három éjszakát. Tökéletes környezet , gondoskodó kiszolgálás, a vacsorák mindig igényes , ízletes ételeket tartalmaztak.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

relaxing-urlaub

hotel hat eine sehr gute lage, tolle einrichtung , sehr guter service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wojciech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect from the beginning till the end, too soon though. Beautiful location - a little bit outside, which is advantage! Owner, service - couldn't be better! Just a place with a soul. Simply - excelsior!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderschönes Hotel mit einem ganz besonderen Ambiente. Schöne Zimmer mit viel Flair. Das Gebäude und die Einrichtung sind eine Zeitreise. Alles wurde schön restauriert und aufgearbeitet. Super Service, sehr freundliche und stets hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Frühstück und Abendessen waren immer sehr gut. Sowohl Thermalbäder als auch Massagen haben wir sehr genossen. Wir waren nicht das letzte mal hier. Uneingeschränkt empfehlenswert!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Authentic and personal

I travelled with a friend to this beautiful hotel. When we arrived, we were greeted by the owner who took us to our room himself while telling interesting facts about the hotel. Our stay was very pleasent, the service and breakfast were also good. We decided to skip the last night, and instead drive home at 10pm. Checking out was no problem, and the owner even supplied us with sandwiches, snacks and drinks for our drive home. Don’t expect a super modern hotel, but an authentic, warm and history filled experience. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020