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Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus

3.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Relax by the inviting pool surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic mountain backdrop.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains from this balcony, featuring a table and two chairs.
Welcome to our reception area, where a beautiful vase with a plant adds a touch of elegance to the space.
Perched on a hillside, this stately building offers a balcony with ornate railings.
Classic hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and television.

Popular amenities

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

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Reitlstraße 20, Bad Gastein, Salzburg, 5640
  • Gastein Vapor Bath
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bad Gastein Waterfall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Felsentherme Spa
    ‪16 min walk‬

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

Single Room, Mountain View (Excelsior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Panoramic Double Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • 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)

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

About the neighborhood

Bad Gastein

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus places you next to Gastein Ski Resort and within a 10-minute walk of Nikolauskirche. This 25-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Stubnerkogelbahn 1 - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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

Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
Guests of Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and spa treatment rooms. There's free parking and a free train station shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this ski hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, an arcade/game room, and a library.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes, and beds sport down comforters. Safes, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

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

Restaurants on site

  • Villa Excelsior

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1895
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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 5.10 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per stay

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

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
  • Check-in: noon—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 15 to October 12.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus
Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus Bad Gastein
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Villa Excelsior Hotel And Kurhaus
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

This hotel is located in Bad Gastein, just steps from Gastein Ski Resort and Nikolauskirche, and within a short walk of Graukogel Cable Car. You'll also find Gastein Vapor Bath and Bad Gastein Waterfall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus feature a casino on the premises?

No, Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 until October 12.

What do couples enjoy most about Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and bathrobes as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus serves free breakfast at Villa Excelsior.

Will Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per stay.

Does Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy valley or mountain views.

Villa Excelsior Hotel Kurhaus Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

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