Name: Hotel Bristol Salzburg
Address: Makartplatz 4, Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria, Makartplatz 4, Salzburg, 5020, Austria
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $226 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Hotel Bristol Salzburg

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in culture, history and atmosphere – Check location Makartplatz 4, Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in culture, history and atmosphere – Check location

*8.8* Getreidegasse: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.1* Mozart's Birthplace: only 5 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

*8.8* Mirabell Palace: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)

*8.6* St. Sebastian's Church: only 3 minutes away! (800 feet by foot)

*8.2* Salzburg Museum: only 5 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

*9.0* Museum of Natural History: only 5 minutes away! (1,250 feet by foot)

*8.8* Kapuzinerberg & Capuchin Monastery: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

Salzburg Congress: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

Mozarteum: only 2 minutes away! (350 feet by foot)

*7.8* Mozart's Residence: only 1 minute away! (150 feet by foot)

*8.2* Pferdeschwemme: only 6 minutes away! (1,650 feet by foot)

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Fabulous location! Incredible staff! Great attention to detail!

Yolanda, Germany

Everything was great. Location, service and quality. My wife and I will be staying here again we visit Salzburg in the future.

Spt378, United States of America

We had the best time enjoying Salzburg and the Hotel Bristol was a large part of our experience. The location is beautiful and our views were gorgeous!

Heather, United States of America

We felt like royalty. Our room and the premises were beautiful. And even having evening turn down service was unexpected and very nice. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Christie was especially helpful to us one morning.

Lois, United States of America

The stuff was helpful and friendly, clean, good location, great breakfast

Anonymous, Israel

Exceptionally well-preserved historic hotel with a luxurious feel and a super helpful front desk staff. Rooms have been upgraded with modern amenities but some of the old fixtures are still in there, which makes you feel the history. Also a great location - walkable to everything but not smack in the middle of all the tourist stuff.

Nicole, United States of America

Everything about the Bristol is wonderful! From the staff to their restaurant to their location. It was perfect!

Constance, United States of America

Great location. Traditional old hotel with big rooms and great flair. Cool lift from last century!

Maurizio, Thailand

The staff was fantastic and always ready to help and you can’t beat the location of the hotel. Top restaurants and shopping is only a three minute walk. Breakfast was very good and the bar at the hotel had a excellent variety of single malt whiskeys. You can’t go wrong with this hotel in Salzburg

Anish, Ethiopia

Beautiful hotel with beautiful furniture .. perfect area close to every where and safe

Haifa, France

9.6

Excellent location!
Great neighborhood
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What guests loved the most:
“Fabulous location! Incredible staff! Great attention to detail!”

Yolanda Germany
“Everything was great. Location, service and quality. My wife and I will be staying here again we visit Salzburg in the future.”

Spt378 United States of America
“We had the best time enjoying Salzburg and the Hotel Bristol was a large part of our experience. The location is beautiful and our views were gorgeous!”

Heather United States of America
“We felt like royalty. Our room and the premises were beautiful. And even having evening turn down service was unexpected and very nice. The staff was very helpful and friendly. ”

Lois United States of America
“The stuff was helpful and friendly, clean, good location, great breakfast”

Anonymous Israel
“Exceptionally well-preserved historic hotel with a luxurious feel and a super helpful front desk staff. ”

Nicole United States of America
“Everything about the Bristol is wonderful! From the staff to their restaurant to their location. It was perfect!”

Constance United States of America
“Great location. Traditional old hotel with big rooms and great flair. Cool lift from last century!”

Maurizio Thailand
“The staff was fantastic and always ready to help and you can’t beat the location of the hotel. Top restaurants and shopping is only a three minute walk. ”

Anish Ethiopia
“Beautiful hotel with beautiful furniture .. perfect area close to every where and safe”

Haifa France

Stay in the Heart of Salzburg – Excellent location – show map

One of our top picks in Salzburg.Hotel Bristol is located 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 nonsmoking rooms are air-conditioned and individually furnished. They overlook the city and feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a mini-bar, and a safe. Complimentary mineral water is provided in all rooms.

Decorated with antiquities, paintings, and collectibles, Hotel Bristol Salzburg offers a concierge service and valet parking. Guests can relax in the library and book massages.

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. Half-board includes 2 courses chosen from the menu. 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.

Altstadt is a great choice for travelers interested in culture, history and atmosphere.

This is our guests' favorite part of Salzburg, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Salzburg! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.6 for two-person stays.

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Continental, Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in culture, history and atmosphere – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Salzburg's charming old town contains numerous pastel-colored houses, baroque churches with lovely cupolas, and the birthplace of Mozart.

Closest Landmarks

Mozart's Residence
0 miles
Salzburg State Theatre
0 miles
Salzburg Marionette Theatre
0.1 miles
Mozarteum
0.1 miles
Salzburg Baroque Museum
0.1 miles
St. Sebastian's Church
0.2 miles
Kapuzinerberg & Capuchin Monastery
0.2 miles
Mirabell Palace
0.2 miles
Salzburg Museum
0.2 miles
Mozart's Birthplace
0.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Spar Supermarket
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Fuschlsee Lake
18.6 miles
Salzach River
0.1 miles
Mönchsberg Mountain
0.2 miles

Closest Airports

W. A. Mozart Airport
2.4 miles
Blue Danube Airport
60.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location, decoration of the room,staff was very pleasent ”

Far

United Arab Emirates

9.5

“Quick check in process. Friendly, polite, and helpful staff. Comfy beds. Large rooms. Delicious breakfast and excellent location. ”

Faisal

Saudi Arabia

7.9

“Exellent staff, good location, beautiful room, good breakfast.”

Joanna

Poland

9.1

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1 Restaurant On Site

Polo Lounge

Food: Austrian, German, Local, International

Menu: À la carte

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One of our top picks in Salzburg

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 3 years	Can use a crib when requested or an existing bed	FREE
0 - 3 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 110 per child, per night
4 - 6 years	Can use an existing bed	FREE
4 - 6 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 110 per child, per night
7+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 110 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds, cribs, and children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Debit card Hotel Bristol Salzburg accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that only small dogs (under a weight of 5 kg) are allowed at this hotel for a fee of EUR 20 per night.

Restaurant is closed from Mon, Feb 04, 2019 until Thu, Apr 11, 2019

Bar is closed from Mon, Feb 04, 2019 until Thu, Apr 11, 2019

Please inform Hotel Bristol Salzburg of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“We felt like royalty. Our room and the premises were beautiful. And even having evening turn down service was unexpected and very nice. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Christie was especially helpful to us one morning.”

Lois

United States of America

“Exceptionally well-preserved historic hotel with a luxurious feel and a super helpful front desk staff. Rooms have been upgraded with modern amenities but some of the old fixtures are still in there, which makes you feel the history. Also a great location - walkable to everything but not smack in the middle of all the tourist stuff.”

Nicole

“The staff was fantastic and always ready to help and you can’t beat the location of the hotel. Top restaurants and shopping is only a three minute walk. Breakfast was very good and the bar at the hotel had a excellent variety of single malt whiskeys. You can’t go wrong with this hotel in Salzburg”

Anish

Ethiopia

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Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Joanna
Cyprus
10

“Location was spot on!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent location!! The staff was extremely helpful and polite and the room was clean with an amazing view.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 9, 2018

Tuffers
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
A Proper charming hotel that gets away from pretentious modernism

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

Adam
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hotel is in a very central location

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 19, 2018

Javid
Czech Republic
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very good location. Close to city center.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 18, 2018

April
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful hotel, friendly and close to everything

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 12, 2018

Chris
United Kingdom
9.6

“fantastic hotel!!....hope to be back”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
wonderful hotel with seriously great staff (except one in the bar)..... Frau Maier checked us in and was so professional and friendly...

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 7, 2018

Anonymous
United States of America
7.9

“Very nice hotel in great location!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
One particular front desk employee was extremely rude and confrontational. We almost missed our pre-scheduled tour due to incorrect information and were then challenged as if WE were at fault! Unacceptable behavior from a front desk employee. I was not allowed to play the piano in the bar despite the fact that the bar was COMPLETELY EMPTY! I'm a professional piano player and if I had been permitted to play, the music would have no doubt attracted some patrons!
Room was beautiful. Classic European furnishings and balcony that opened onto fabulous view overlooking town square and park. Very close to top attractions, restaurants and the riverfront.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: November 6, 2018

Yolanda
Germany
10

“Magnificent!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
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Fabulous location! Incredible staff! Great attention to detail!

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Amy
United States of America
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The Breakfast room is stunning!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 25, 2018

Elizabeth
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Everything. It was my fourth stay!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 22, 2018

Michael
Ireland
9.6

“Lovely hotel wonderful town/city.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Didn't think dinner was wonderful.
The staff were charming and helpful and guided us as to what concerts were worthwhile.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 18, 2018

Anonymous
Thailand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was a bit smaller that I expect but acceptable .. I don’t like the black & white color rest room..
Excellence location, nice old building and wonderful location just next to Mirabellplatz . Staffs are nice, friendly and very good service mind. Interior is nice old style and well fit with the city . Breakfast room is beautiful and superb quality. Staffs are great.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 9, 2018

Anonymous
Germany

2 helpful votes
9.2

“A classic hotel in top location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
No hotel Parking. Parkhouse expensive.
Staff fantastic. Wonderful location & view. Excelent food.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: October 4, 2018

David
Australia
Age group: 45 – 54
10

“Hotel Bristol”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This is a lovely hotel
Great location in easy walking distance to old city/other attractions World class customer service Wonderful Baroque building Very modest and engaging staff given that they work in such a splendid building The cities church bells ring in rhythm.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: October 2, 2018

أرقم
Jordan
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Price
Everything else

Stayed in September 2018

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	Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content No extra beds are possible in this room. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Superior Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This double room has a bathrobe, tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Junior Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This suite features a soundproofing, mini-bar and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Senior Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This suite has air conditioning, flat-screen TV and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This double room features air conditioning, bathrobe and soundproofing. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Luxury Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This consists of either a modern suite with terrace or a classic suite with French balconies. The suite feature very spacious, air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen cable TV, a bathroom with shower, bathtub, bathrobes and amenities, as well as a large living room with sofa bed. Please note that the room rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 guests (see Policies for the extra bed charges). Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Radio • Toilet • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Towels • Upper floors accessible by elevator Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

Hotel Bristol Salzburg

Hotel Bristol Salzburg This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in culture, history and atmosphere – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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