Linz
Adjacent to the neo-Gothic Mariendom (ask for a room overlooking the cathedral), this glass-and-concrete cube filled with striking metal sculptures has 69…
Must-see hotels in Upper Austria
Upper Austria
Tucked behind the church in Christkindl, this boutique hotel has contemporary, warm-coloured rooms, many with balconies overlooking the river. Candles…
Linz
Austrian architect Isa Stein has left her avant-garde imprint on this hotel, from the lobby's moulded furnishings to UFO-style lighting. Each of the hotel…
Upper Austria
Polished stone slabs, wrought-iron banisters and vaulted passages crammed with antique wagons and spinning wheels hint at this hotel’s 700-year history …
Upper Austria
At the confluence of the Steyr and Enns Rivers, this 500-year-old property has fresh, modernised rooms with light cream tones that are elegant in their…
Linz
Bearing the imprint of cutting-edge architectural firm Urbanauts, these super-slick apartments in the former workers’ quarters of the tobacco factory…
Upper Austria
Glorious alpine views surround Stockerwirt, even from the heated indoor pool and sauna area, framed by a wall of glass. Rooms are split between an old…
Upper Austria
Most of the 16 shiny, spacious rooms at this modern guesthouse have balconies that take advantage of the surrounding mountains. Its Vinothek (wine shop)…
Upper Austria
Standing head and shoulders above most places in town is antique-meets-modern Hotel Forstinger, with a choice of tastefully appointed rooms with either a…
Upper Austria
For a peaceful room with a (very green) view at the Baumkronenweg, check into the 10m-high Baumhotel, which consists of six tree houses elevated on stilts…
Upper Austria
On the edge of a 34-hectare park, this 19th-century hotel has a superb spa and pool fed by the town's thermal springs, and supremely comfortable rooms,…
Upper Austria
Run by the same family since 1910, Hotel Stiegenwirt offers simple but spotless rooms with frosted-glass-fronted bathrooms (some with balconies). It's…
Upper Austria
Handily positioned for Wurzeralm and the Nationalpark Kalkalpen, this 70-room chalet-style property overlooking the mountains offers great facilities…
Upper Austria
Steyr’s most historic hotel occupies a 400-year-old town house right on the Stadtplatz. Many of the rooms have original features, from period furnishings…
Upper Austria
Run by the same family since 1880, this cosy 14-room pension sits on a little Steyr river island. The rooms are simple but comfy, and there’s a leafy…
Linz
The birthplace of acclaimed tenor Richard Tauber (1891–1948), the 'Black Bear' is run by the friendly Nell family. Overlooking a courtyard, the 54 rooms…
Linz
Hidden down a backstreet in central Linz, Kolping has bright, spotless pine-furnished rooms and attentive service. The breakfast buffet (included in the…
Upper Austria
With its polished service, clean-lined contemporary rooms and seasonal rooftop pool, sauna and terrace, this central boutique hotel outshines most of Wels…
Upper Austria
Nudging up against medieval Linzertor is this charmingly old-school pension. Christine is a dab hand at making her guests feel at home, whether on the…
Linz
This 15th-century hotel on the main square has an air of old-world grandeur. Archways, stucco and period furniture lend its 50 rooms character; those at…
Linz
Harry's makes a great base, with light, spacious rooms, and studios that come with kitchenettes and balconies or terraces. Staff can arrange an in-room…
Upper Austria
Leopold Höllhuber sells award-winning potent schnapps, along with apple juice and Most (cider) at Gangl, a courtyard-facing Vierkanter farmhouse with pine…
Upper Austria
It’s oh-so-quiet at this guesthouse within the abbey’s walls, overlooking the cloisters and manicured gardens. Antique furniture, solid wood floors and…
Upper Austria
On the banks of the Enns, 3.3km northeast of the centre, this tree-shaded campground has 50 pitches, a playground, activities such as canoeing and tennis,…
Upper Austria
This yellow-fronted 14th-century guesthouse on the main square scores points for its clean, snug rooms and its restaurant (open Wednesday to Sunday),…
Upper Austria
In the heart of town, Hotel Ploberger has 92 fresh, contemporary rooms in monochrome hues, some with comforts such as Nespresso coffee-makers. The sauna…
Upper Austria
Set in a lovingly converted Vierkanter farmhouse 2km west of town (bus 2B stops nearby), this peaceful guesthouse has bright, country-style rooms dressed…
