There are a total of 25,000 lakes throughout Austria. Everyone is guaranteed to find their favourite! How about a mountain lake in the middle of the Alps? You can look forward to a fantastic postcard panorama at the Achensee, also known as the "Tyrolean Sea". Crisp water temperature included - the perfect way to cool off on a hot day! A little warmer, but no less clear and clean is the famous Wolfgangsee in the Salzkammergut. It is a real cultural treasure and served, among other things, as a backdrop for the operetta "Im weißen Rössl". If you fancy a real celebrity hotspot, the best place to go is Lake Wörthersee - the largest lake in Carinthia. The national and international elite has always met here.
Whichever lake you choose: We reveal the most beautiful hotels for your "beach" feeling, in the middle of Austria!
Our top hotel recommendations:
1Villa Bulfon | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia
New opening: Dream villa directly at the lake
The brand new Villa Bulfon offers an extravagant stay in a prime location. The direct access to the lake, the boat taxi, the private jetty and the pool, which was opened exclusively for hotel guests in summer 2020, make Villa Bulfon the perfect hideaway at Lake Worthersee. Spacious suites and their classic style create a perfect ambience with stunning lake views. Double room from € 144.-
Top offer: "We love Summer" in June 2020, Thu-Sun 3 nights in a double room Classic, incl. breakfast. Breakfast buffet in the Rose Garden a la Bulfon, yoga and other sporting activities, exclusive bath for hotel guests, from € 528 for 2 persons.
More info & to book: https://www.villabulfon.at/
Villa Bulfon | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia. Villa Bulfon | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia.
2Hotel Parks Velden | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia
New opening from May
Summer, sun, party is the motto on Lake Wörthersee! With its own lake access and directly connected to the legendary party hotspot SOL Beachclub, Hotel Parks Velden is the perfect place to enjoy the jungle flair on Lake Wörthersee.
Top offer: "Taster day at Hotel Parks" from 17.05. to 08.09.2020, 2 nights in a newly renovated room incl. late breakfast, 1x 2-course lunch at SOL Beachclub and much more from € 119 p.p.
More info & to book: https://www.parks-velden.at/
Hotel Parks Velden | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia. Hotel Parks Velden | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia.
3Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia
A legend of the Austrian luxury hotel industry
An exclusive, legendary hideaway directly on Lake Wörthersee, where slow living is a priority. The perfect place to slow down is the 3,600 m2 Acquapura SPA & Slow.Living, in the private Beach Club with outdoor pool and lake access, and in the Seespitz Restaurant & Living with lounge and marina.
Top offer: "Slow.Living Experience", 3 nights incl. castle breakfast with lake view, 1x SPA surprise, 1x Slow.Me application time (approx. 90 minutes) and personal coaching (approx. 60 minutes) and much more from € 404.- per night and room
More info & to book: https://www.falkensteiner.com/schlosshotel-velden/
Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia. Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia.
4Hotel Schloss Seefels | Pörtschach, Teuchelsberg on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia
Fairytale castle on the Carinthian Riviera
Stylish and casual at the same time you stay in this 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel on the shores of Lake Wörthersee. Feel like a prince and princess in their castle as you wave graciously down to the lake from your balcony or bathe directly in the lake in the heated lakeside pool, which is open to the bottom. Double room from € 288.-
More info & to book: https://www.seefels.at/
Hotel Schloss Seefels | Pörtschach, Teuchelsberg am Wörthersee, Carinthia. Hotel Schloss Seefels | Pörtschach, Teuchelsberg am Wörthersee, Carinthia.
5Seehotel Europa | Velden on Lake Wörthersee, Carinthia
Lifestyle feeling on Lake Wörthersee
Nestled between a large park with old trees and the Velden Bay, this idyllic place invites you to linger and enjoy. The Seehotel Europa stands for the legendary Wörthersee feeling. Gourmets and connoisseurs feel just as welcome here as golfers and those seeking relaxation. Double room per night for 2 persons from € 194.- including breakfast.
Spring offer: book 7 days, pay only 6 days, valid until 28 June.
More info & to book: https://seehotel-europa.at/
Seehotel Europa | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia. Seehotel Europa | Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia.
6Amerika-Holzer Hotel Resort | St. Kanzian, Carinthia
The American dream on Lake Klopein
With one of the longest private beaches in Carinthia, a sauna directly above the lake and the magnificent mountain-lake panorama, the exclusive Amerika-Holzer Hotel Resort directly on Lake Klopeiner See beckons. Can you afford it...? Yes you can! Double room from € 162.-
More info & to book: https://www.amerika-holzer.at/
Amerika-Holzer Hotel Resort | St. Kanzian, Carinthia. Amerika-Holzer Hotel Resort | St. Kanzian, Carinthia.
7Im Weissen Rössl am Wolfgangsee | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria
The original from the operetta by Ralph Benatzky
"In the white raisin at the Wolfgangsee, there is happiness at the door" is already said in the operetta, which made the Romantik Hotel Im Weissen Rössl at the Wolfgangsee world famous. Once in your life you should at least have spent the night in this legend of a hotel that is perfectly situated directly on the lakeside. By the way, did you know that the world's first floating whirlpool can also be found in the Weissen Rössl?
Top offer: "Summer retreat on the lake" from 21.06. to 13.09.2020, 7 nights incl. Rösslpension and daily use of the SPA from € 1.085.- p.p.
More info & booking: https://www.weissesroessl.at/
Im Weissen Rössl am Wolfgangsee | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria. Im Weissen Rössl am Wolfgangsee | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria.
8The Country House at Appesbach | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria
Romantic hideaway directly on the lake
This picturesque, ivy-covered mansion is guaranteed to make your heart beat faster. As it is considered a "winging place", it is entitled to bear the Tauroa seal of quality. Love inspires and rekindles it all the time - but see for yourself!
Top offer: "Romantic time out for two" from 01.04. to 24.06. and from 30.08. to 14.10.2020, 2 nights incl. bed decorated with rose petals & candlelight, 1x rich country breakfast, 1x breakfast in the room with prosecco, 4-course candle light dinner on private veranda, 1x carriage ride through St. Wolfgang and much more from € 460.- (for 2 persons)
More info & booking: https://www.appesbach.com/
The Country House at Appesbach | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria. The Landhaus zu Appesbach | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria.
9Seevilla | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria
Family Hideaway at Lake Wolfgangsee
Put down your suitcase, put your swimwear on and make yourself comfortable at the front-row lakeside loungers right at the Wolfgangsee. Cool off in the pool and discover some of the Salzkammergut's most beautiful spots, such as Bad Ischl or picturesque Hallstatt - the places are just a short drive away from the Seevilla.
Top offer: "Inclusive from 5 nights: Mountains & Lakes 2020" from 27.04. to 26.06.2020 and from 07.09. to 30.09.2020, 5 nights incl. Wolfgangsee boat trip, ascent & descent Kathrin cable car (Bad Ischl), 1 Wellness-Alm voucher, toll for 1 person for the Postalm road and much more from € 990.- (for 2 persons)
More info & to book: https://www.seevilla-wolfgangsee.at/
Seevilla | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria. Seevilla | St. Wolfgang, Upper Austria.
10Schloss Fuschl, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa | Hof near Salzburg
Imperial picture book resort with a view of Lake Fuschl
Built in 1450, the castle, which sits enthroned on Lake Fuschl just 25 minutes from the city of Salzburg, combines European elegance with the most modern extravagance. No wonder it was chosen as the location for the legendary Sissi films with Romy Schneider back in the day! Direct lake access and Gault&Millau award-winning cuisine. Double room per night for 2 persons including rich breakfast from EUR € 349,-, bookable from July 2020.
More info & to book: https://www.marriott.de/hotels/travel/szgfl-schloss-fuschl-a-luxury-collection-resort-and-spa-fuschlsee-salzburg
Schloss Fuschl, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa | Hof bei Salzburg. Schloss Fuschl, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa | Hof near Salzburg.
11Ebners Waldhof am See | Fuschl am See, Salzburg
Wellness hotel in the Salzkammergut
Ebners Waldhof am See welcomes you directly at the Fuschlsee lake. Amenities such as the hotel's own golf course, a 4,000 m2 Wellness area and a private beach invite you to stay and enjoy. By the way: The closure due to Corona in spring 2020 is currently being used for an extensive renovation.
Top offer: "Waldhof Summer Retreat" from 01.05. to 30.06.2020, 3 nights incl. gourmet arrangement, € 15 SPA voucher and much more from € 370 p.p.
More info & to book: https://www.ebners-waldhof.at/
Ebners Waldhof am See | Fuschl am See, Salzburg. Ebners Waldhof am See | Fuschl am See, Salzburg.
12Grand Hotel Zell am See | Zell am See, Salzburg
Imperial residency between mountain and lake
The Grand Hotel Zell am See welcomes its guests on a private peninsula directly on Lake Zell. With views of the Hohe Tauern and the Steinerne Meer, almost every one of the 131 imperial rooms is oriented towards the unique Alpine panorama. Double room per night for 2 persons from € 260.- including breakfast buffet, afternoon snack and 4-course menu in the evening.
Cancellation conditions for June 2020: free of charge until 3 days before arrival. Cancellation conditions for July, August until 06 September: free of charge until 7 days before arrival.
More info & to book: https://www.grandhotel-zellamsee.at/de/
Grand Hotel Zell am See | Zell am See, Salzburg. Grand Hotel Zell am See | Zell am See, Salzburg.
13Iris Porsche Hotel & Restaurant | Mondsee, Upper Austria
Hotel & Restaurant for pampered palates
Are you a culinary gourmet and discerning connoisseur? Then the Iris Porsche Hotel & Restaurant will be to your taste! Let yourself be inspired by the cuisine, which has been awarded two Gault&Millau toques and three Falstaff forks (91 points). The private bathing area at the Mondsee, which belongs to the hotel, is only 4 minutes away from the hotel by car.
Top offer: "Time for us" until 19.11.2020, 1 overnight stay incl. breakfast, 1x 5-course candlelight dinner and 1 glass of sparkling wine as a welcome drink from € 158.- p.p.
More info & booking: https://www.irisporsche.at/
Iris Porsche Hotel & Restaurant | Mondsee, Upper Austria. Iris Porsche Hotel & Restaurant | Mondsee, Upper Austria.
14The Traunsee | Traunkirchen, Upper Austria
Only hotel on the Traunsee with direct lake access
After an excellent gourmet menu - what about a spontaneous moonlight swim in Lake Traun? Nothing could be easier! Thanks to direct lake access, you can take the plunge into the cool water at Hotel Traunsee at any time. If you prefer to stay dry, enjoy the lake view from the panoramic sauna at the newly designed See-SPA.
Top offer: "Gourmet Sunday Time", 1 overnight stay with balcony and lake view incl. late riser gourmet breakfast, 6-course gourmet evening menu and much more from € 179.- p.p.
More info & to book: https://www.dastraunsee.at/
The Traunsee | Traunkirchen, Upper Austria. Das Traunsee | Traunkirchen, Upper Austria.
15ENTNERS am See | Pertisau am Achensee, Tyrol
Front Row at the Tyrolean Achensee with Infinity Pool
Conquer the lake! If Lake Achensee, which barely gets above 20° even in summer, is too cold for you, simply float on the waters of Lake Achensee in the 33° warm infinity pool. Or toast with a glass of champagne in the lakeside lounge and then relax in the 1,000 m2 large beach lounge at the Achensee.
Top offer: "Achensee to touch" in the summer season 2020, 7 nights incl. Entners Verwöhnpension, inclusive services and Achensee Erlebniscard from € 1.108.- p.p.
More info & to book: https://www.entners.com/entners-hotel-am-see/hotel.html
Cancellation policy: Stays until 31.08.2020 can be cancelled free of charge up to 6 days before arrival.
ENTNERS am See | Pertisau am Achensee, Tyrol. ENTNERS am See | Pertisau am Achensee, Tyrol.
Picture credits: Villa Bulfon; Hotel Parks Velden; Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden; Hotel Schloss Seefels (Daniel Waschnig); Seehotel Europa; Seevilla; Im Weissen Rössl; Das Landhaus zu Appesbach; Ebners Waldhof am See; Schloss Fuschl (Plangwallner; Richard Schabetsberger); Grand Hotel Zell am See; ENTNERS am See; Amerika-Holzner; Iris Porsche; Das Traunsee
