Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus

Hotels
9.4 (512 reviews)
Reitlstraße 20/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade , Bad Gastein , at

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique historical charm
Excellent service and food
Cons:
Mixed experiences in sauna usage

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Clean and well-maintained, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.75
The staff was friendly and accommodating, providing excellent service.
Location
9.29
Centrally located, with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
9.44
Charming and comfortable room with a historical ambiance.
Amenities
9.27
Good range of amenities including wellness options.
Value for Money
9.23
Good value with the services offered, especially the dining.
Food and Beverage
9.28
High-quality food, particularly with diverse breakfast and dinner options.
Overall Experience
9.65
A wonderful overall experience that exceeded expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 20:35

Property Description

Historic Charm and Celebrity Connections

The Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus, once the residence of Sigmund Freud, exudes historic charm and has been a meeting place for renowned personalities.

Breathtaking Views and Tranquil Setting

Situated on the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, the hotel offers stunning views of Bad Gastein and the Hohe Tauern mountains, providing a serene and picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Culinary Delights and Exceptional Service

Indulge in excellent cuisine, experience warm hospitality from the staff, and immerse yourself in the romantic ambience that will ensure your time at Villa Excelsior is truly memorable.

Experience luxury, history, and unparalleled beauty at the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus. Book now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SZG

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for € 29 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 512 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 9.27
Value for Money: 9.23
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.65
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Krzysztof • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Es hat mir super gefallen, habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt. Sehr freundliches Personal, sehr gutes Essen. Das servierte Frühstück finde ich toll. Ich würde sofort wieder hier nächtigen.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Holger • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Die besondere Atmosphäre.
Der Empfang durch den Hotelier.
Die Geschichte des Hauses und das ganze Ensemble Bad Gastein und Villa Excelsior.
Das Essen und der Service.

Cons:

Nichts.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • gb
10
Perfection in the mountains
Pros:

An absolute step back in time. Such charm and so comfortable. Christof and his team are the most wonderful hosts, we didn't want for anything. It felt like staying with family. Breakfasts and dinners were sublime. We have only wonderful things to say and we shall we back.

Cons:

There is nothing negative to say

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Sehr familiäres und im alten Stil erhaltenes Hotel. Wir haben uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Das Essen war sehr gut und abwechslungsreich. Parkplätze sind direkt am Haus und die Lage an der Kaiser-Franz-Josef Promenade ist gut. Der gepflegte Pool bot eine willkommene Abkühlung.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Madelene • solo_traveller • se
9
Pros:

Personalen var superhärlig, genuint mån om att man ska trivas. Bordservering till frukost och trerätters som ingick när man tog halvpension, vi var väldigt nöjda.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Velgelmina • extended_group • si
9
Pros:

Villa Excelsior — это удивительное место, где история буквально дышит в каждом уголке. Жить в такой старинной вилле — настоящее удовольствие. Интерьеры впечатляют: много подлинной мебели, старинных предметов, фотографий, а внутри даже есть маленькая церковь, что создаёт особую атмосферу спокойствия и уюта.На территории — открытый бассейн с прекрасным видом, а за дополнительную плату можно воспользоваться термальными радоновыми ваннами. Очень расслабляет после прогулок по Бад‑Гаштайну. Можно воспользоваться услугой шатл от вокзала 5 мин.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Es ist ein sehr besonderer Ort mit einem tollen Ambiente. Das Personal wie auch die Besitzer sind sehr freundlich.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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gKo • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Man fühlt sich nicht wie einer von tausend Gästen. Top Service.
Im Haus fühlt es sich wie eine historische Zeitreise an. Alles authentisch und stilvoll.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Martina • couple • cz
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Paulina • couple • pl
10
Cudowny
Pros:

To był mój drugi pobyt w tym miejscu i zdecydowanie nie ostatni. Za każdym razem mam wrażenie, jakbym cofała się w czasie do epoki, w której wszystko miało swój rytm, styl i duszę.

Uwielbiam tę atmosferę trochę jak z filmu, trochę jak z pięknego snu. Do tego wspaniałe jedzenie, które naprawdę rozpieszcza, i niezwykła gościnność, dzięki której człowiek czuje się nie jak gość, tylko jak ktoś oczekiwany.

To jedno z tych miejsc, do których się nie tylko wraca, ale które zostają z Tobą na długo po wyjeździe.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • at
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Jana • extended_group • cz
10
Jednoduše nadšení! Doporučujeme!
Pros:

Na ubytování se nám líbila lokalita a především interiér. Je krásné, že si hotel stále zachovává ten historický nádech, nábytek, prostě vše. Člověk se najednou ocitl 100 let dozadu. Mělo to své kouzlo.
Všude bylo čisto, jídlo bylo skvělé a především personál byl velice milý a ochotný.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Norman • solo_traveller • at
9
Eine Reise zurück in eine andere Zeit
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, Frühstücksatmosphäre hervorragend, Saunabereich schön gestaltet. Insgesamt ein Hotel mit einem ganz besonderen Charme.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Bodo • couple • de
9
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Lukas • family_with_children • se
10
A destination in itself
Pros:

Lovely atmosphere, bringing you back to the fin de siecle. The staff and management really give their all.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Swetlana • couple • de
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Leah • couple • bg
5
Pros:

the host

Cons:

breakfast
bedding
room size

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • family_with_children • de
10
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
10
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee