Hotel Bristol Salzburg
Makartplatz 4, Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.7/10! (score from 882 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Just love this hotel! I’ve returned many times. The Bircher muesli is the best! 😀

Hotel Bristol is situated in the heart of Salzburg, only a few steps away from Mirabell Palace and the Festival Houses. Family-run for 3 generations, this historic 5-star hotel offers an award-winning restaurant and free WiFi throughout the hotel. The spacious and elegant non-smoking rooms are air-conditioned and individually furnished. They overlook the city and feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, and a safe. All non-alcoholic drinks in minibar are provided for free. Decorated with antiquities, paintings, and collectibles, Hotel Bristol Salzburg offers a concierge service and valet parking. Guests can relax in the library. Further, we may book massages in your room, which needs to be requested in advance. Guests can enjoy the rich breakfast buffet in the Crystal Room, which is decorated with impressive crystal chandeliers. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant Polo Lounge serves international and Austrian specialties. The Sketch Bar and Lounge hosts regular piano evenings. The Getreidegasse shopping street and many other cultural attractions are nearby and can be easily reached on foot. The Makartplatz Bus Stop and a taxi stand are right next to Hotel Bristol.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Lift
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Fabulous breakfast
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- Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“Just love this hotel! I’ve returned many times. The Bircher muesli is the best! 😀” - Leslie
United States
“Absolutely everything was perfect. I can’t think of a single improvement.” - Wenhua
New Zealand
“Staff are very friendly. The room I stayed was so comfy! The place looks magnificent. The location was so close to everything, the Mirabell garden, the old town, the fortress and the central station.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Polo Lounge
- CuisineAustrian • German • Local • International
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of Hotel Bristol SalzburgGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Lift
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Fabulous breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Cycling
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- MassageAdditional charge
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash
Bankcard
Hotel Bristol Salzburg accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
When booking more than 5 rooms, different cancellation policies apply. Guests can cancel free of charge up to 1 week prior to arrival, during mid and high season up to 4 weeks prior to arrival. The guest will pay the total price in case of cancellation within these deadlines.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
Please inform Hotel Bristol Salzburg in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Polo Lounge is closed from Mon 05 Feb 2024 until Mon 04 Mar 2024
Bar is closed from Mon 05 Feb 2024 until Mon 04 Mar 2024
FAQs about Hotel Bristol Salzburg
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Room options at Hotel Bristol Salzburg include:
- Single
- Double
- Suite
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Check-in at Hotel Bristol Salzburg is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at Hotel Bristol Salzburg may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Hotel Bristol Salzburg is 350 yards from the centre of Salzburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Hotel Bristol Salzburg has 1 restaurant:
- Polo Lounge
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Hotel Bristol Salzburg offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/performance
- Bicycle rental
- Happy hour
- Live sport events (broadcast)
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Guests staying at Hotel Bristol Salzburg can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet