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About this property
The Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus enjoys an absolutely quiet and sunny position on the famous Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade in Bad Gastein. Guests receive 25% discount on the green fee of the golf club Gastein. Built in 1897 and once a residence of Sigmund Freud, the villa is today a meeting place of artists, actors, authors and guests from all over the world. The Villa Excelsior enchants with original furnishings and the flair of a past era. Its beautiful location and wonderful view of Bad Gastein and the Hohe Tauern mountains carries you off to another world and another time. The excellent food, friendly staff and romantic ambiance will make a stay at the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus an unforgettable experience.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Skiing
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anton
Netherlands
“Everything was perfect! Great clean rooms, extraordinary staff, the building is beautiful. They have a transfer to the ski lifts. Also it is situated on the hiking path.” - Cameron
Canada
“Pretty sure this was Wes Anderson’s inspiration. Amazingly curated property with a historic charm and stylings, paying homage to the Bad Gastein Royal haydays of the early 1900’s, but with all the modern comforts and cleanliness. The staff are...” - Leon
United States
“Good breakfast and dinner in a very nice dining room. Great sauna. A cozy bar to hang out in in the evening. Convenient shuttle to and from the train station. Helpful, accommodating staff.” - Keith
United States
“We loved this place! Everything about it: the spectacular mountain setting, the highly professional yet courteous and friendly staff, the antique architecture and furnishings, the delicious and varied menu. So comfortable and relaxing, perhaps the...” - Nvot
Russia
“Great location, very nice staff, unconventional breakfast concept (we had lovely experience)” - Maria
Sweden
“Beautiful place, lovely staff and cute breakfast. The sauna looked like it was newly renovated and you could have a refreshing dip in the pool afterwards with a breathtaking view of the valley. Nice and short walk to “city center”.” - Minna
Finland
“Excellent breakfast and dinner - clean room, comfortable bed. Super nice staff. All worked really nicely!” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Great room - large with traditional period furniture and view down the valley. Powerful and hot shower. Food was great. The hotel is located close enough to the lift to walk (ski equipment left in locker by lift). The walk is interesting as...” - Petr
Czech Republic
“Exceptional style of the hotel and integrity of all elements - service, dining, atmosphere, furnishing, and decorations. For those who admire traditional hotels with high-quality service this is the place to go” - Tomas
Czech Republic
“Everything was absolutely perfect. We really enjoined our holiday there. Dogs are welcomed.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAustrian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.



