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:
Villa 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” im Juni 2020, Do-So 3 Nächte im DZ Classic, inkl. 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/
Hotel 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: „Schnuppertag im Hotel Parks“ von 17.05. bis 08.09.2020, 2 Übernachtungen im neu renovierten Zimmer inkl. Langschläfer Frühstück, 1x 2-Gang-Mittagessen im SOL Beachclub u.v.m. ab € 119 p.P.
More info & to book: https://www.parks-velden.at/
Falkensteiner 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 Nächte inkl. Schlossfrühstück mit Seeblick, 1x SPA-Überraschung, 1x Slow.Me-Anwendungszeit (ca. 90 Minuten) und Personal Coaching (ca. 60 Minuten) u.v.m ab € 404.- pro Nacht und Zimmer
More info & to book: https://www.falkensteiner.com/schlosshotel-velden/
Hotel 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/
Seehotel 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.
Frühlingsangebot: 7 Tage buchen, nur 6 Tage bezahlen, gültig bis 28. Juni.
More info & to book: https://seehotel-europa.at/
Amerika-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/
Im 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: „Sommerfrische am See“ von 21.06. bis 13.09.2020, 7 Übernachtungen inkl. Rösslpension und tägliche Nutzung des SPA ab € 1.085.- p.P.
More info & booking: https://www.weissesroessl.at/
The 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: „Romantische Auszeit zu zweit“ von 01.04. bis 24.06. und von 30.08. bis 14.10.2020, 2 Übernachtungen inkl. mit Rosenblättern dekoriertes Bett & Kerzenschein, 1x reichhaltiges Landfrühstück, 1x Frühstück am Zimmer mit Prosecco, 4-gängiges Candle light Dinner auf privater Veranda, 1x Kutschenfahrt durch St. Wolfgang u.v.m. ab € 460.- (für 2 Personen)
More info & booking: https://www.appesbach.com/
Seevilla | 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: „Inklusive ab 5 Nächten: Berge & Seen 2020“ von 27.04. bis 26.06.2020 und von 07.09. bis 30.09.2020, 5 Nächte inkl. Wolfgangsee-Schifffahrt, Berg- & Talfahrt Kathrin Seilbahn (Bad Ischl), 1 Kennenlerngutschein Wellness-Alm, Maut für 1 Person für die Postalm Straße u.v.m. ab € 990.- (für 2 Personen)
More info & to book: https://www.seevilla-wolfgangsee.at/
Schloss 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
Ebners 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 Sommerfrische“ von 01.05. bis 30.06.2020, 3 Nächte inkl. Genießer Arrangement, € 15.- SPA Gutschein u.v.m. ab € 370.- p.P.
More info & to book: https://www.ebners-waldhof.at/
Grand 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/
Iris 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: „Zeit für uns“ bis 19.11.2020, 1 Übernachtung inkl. Frühstück, 1x 5-Gang-Candle-light Dinner und 1 Glas Sekt zur Begrüßung ab € 158.- p.P.
More info & booking: https://www.irisporsche.at/
The 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 Sonntagszeit“, 1 Übernachtung mit Balkon und Seeblick inkl. Langschläfer Feinschmeckerfrühstück, 6-Gang-Gourmet-Abendmenü u.v.m. ab € 179.- p.P.
More info & to book: https://www.dastraunsee.at/
ENTNERS 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 zum Anfassen” in der Sommersaison 2020, 7 Nächte inkl. Entners Verwöhnpension, Inklusivleistungen und Achensee Erlebniscard ab € 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.
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
