# Austria

Austria, a landlocked country in Central Europe, is renowned for its stunning Alpine landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and elegant cities. Home to world-class museums, grand palaces, and charming villages, Austria offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. From the musical legacy of Mozart and Strauss to the architectural splendor of Vienna, Austria captivates visitors with its timeless charm and modern innovations.

**Key facts**

- Currency: EUR
- Languages: German
- Timezone: Europe/Vienna (GMT+1)
- Best known for: Classical music, Alpine scenery, Vienna's coffee houses, Skiing, Schnitzel, The Sound of Music

## Cities

- [Feuersbrunn](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/feuersbrunn.md) — 1 hotel
- [Grossarl](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/grossarl.md) — 1 hotel
- [Hof bei Salzburg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/hof-bei-salzburg.md) — 2 hotels
- [Jochberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/jochberg.md) — 1 hotel
- [Kitzbühel](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/kitzbuhel.md) — 2 hotels
- [Lech am Arlberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/lech-am-arlberg.md) — 3 hotels
- [Pörtschach am Wörthersee](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/portschach-am-worthersee.md) — 1 hotel
- [Salzburg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/salzburg.md) — 4 hotels
- [Sankt Anton am Arlberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/sankt-anton-am-arlberg.md) — 1 hotel
- [Schruns](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/schruns.md) — 1 hotel
- [Seefeld in Tirol](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/seefeld-in-tirol.md) — 1 hotel
- [Velden am Wörthersee](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/velden-am-worthersee.md) — 1 hotel
- [Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/vienna.md) — 17 hotels
- [Zell am Ziller](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/zell-am-ziller.md) — 1 hotel
- [Zürs am Arlberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/europe/austria/zurs-am-arlberg.md) — 2 hotels

## Hotels in Austria

- [Hotel Zürserhof](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/zurs-am-arlberg/hotel-zurserhof.md) (5-star, Zürs am Arlberg) — Ski-in/ski-out 5-star hotel in Zürs am Arlberg with a 3,200m² spa, gourmet restaurant, indoor tennis, and daily live music at the bar. Free underground parking and Wi-Fi included.
- [Arabella Jagdhof Resort am Fuschlsee, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/hof-bei-salzburg/arabella-jagdhof-resort-am-fuschlsee-a-tribute-portfolio-hotel.md) (4-star, Hof bei Salzburg) — A lakeside retreat near Salzburg with award-winning dining, a private beach, and alpine views — the kind of place where you genuinely forget to check your phone.
- [Sheraton Grand Salzburg](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/salzburg/sheraton-grand-salzburg.md) (5-star, Salzburg) — This 5-star Sheraton Grand in central Salzburg offers elegant rooms, Italian and local cuisine, and easy access to key attractions, all within walking distance of Mirabell Palace and Gardens.
- [Kristiania Lech](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/lech-am-arlberg/kristiania-lech.md) (5-star, Lech am Arlberg) — Stylish 5-star boutique hotel in Lech am Arlberg, offering panoramic mountain views, individually themed rooms, gourmet dining, and personalized services, just a short walk from ski lifts and village center.
- [Hotel Schloss Seefels](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/portschach-am-worthersee/hotel-schloss-seefels.md) (5-star, Pörtschach am Wörthersee) — This 5-star lakeside castle hotel in Pörtschach am Wörthersee offers luxurious rooms, a 3,600 sq ft spa with panoramic views, gourmet dining, and an outdoor pool, all set against stunning Alpine scenery.
- [Severin's - The Alpine Retreat](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/lech-am-arlberg/severin-s-the-alpine-retreat.md) (5-star, Lech am Arlberg) — This intimate 5-star Alpine retreat in Lech offers luxurious suites, a gourmet restaurant, and a lavish spa, all set against stunning mountain views just minutes from world-class skiing.
- [Grossarler Hof](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/grossarl/grossarler-hof.md) (4-star, Grossarl) — This 4-star superior chalet-style hotel in Grossarl offers an extensive spa, fine dining, and easy access to the Ski Amadé area, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Hohe Tauern Mountains.
- [DasPosthotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/zell-am-ziller/dasposthotel.md) (5-star, Zell am Ziller) — This 5-star boutique hotel in Zell am Ziller offers a heated outdoor pool, gourmet restaurant, and eco-friendly design. Enjoy mountain views, multiple saunas, and easy access to skiing in luxurious, wood-crafted rooms.
- [Hotel Tannenhof St Anton am Arlberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/sankt-anton-am-arlberg/hotel-tannenhof-st-anton-am-arlberg.md) (5-star, Sankt Anton am Arlberg) — Hotel Tannenhof*****Superior in Sankt Anton am Arlberg offers luxurious 5-star comfort with mountain views, an indoor pool, spa, and gourmet dining, perfect for ski enthusiasts and wellness seekers alike.
- [Altstadt Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/altstadt-vienna.md) (4-star, Vienna) — This charming 4-star boutique hotel in Vienna's Spittelberg quarter offers individually decorated rooms, art-filled spaces, and a delightful breakfast, just steps from the Museum Quarter and Ringstrasse.
- [Hotel Goldgasse](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/salzburg/hotel-goldgasse.md) (4-star, Salzburg) — In the heart of Salzburg's Old Town, the 4-star Small Luxury Hotel Goldgasse offers charming rooms with city and mountain views, gourmet dining, and easy access to historic landmarks.
- [Rosewood Schloss Fuschl](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/hof-bei-salzburg/rosewood-schloss-fuschl.md) (5-star, Hof bei Salzburg) — Rosewood Schloss Fuschl, a 5-star retreat near Salzburg, offers luxurious spa facilities, multiple pools, and gourmet dining in a picturesque setting, blending modern comforts with historic charm.
- [Rosewood Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/rosewood-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Rosewood Vienna, a 5-star hotel in the heart of Vienna, offers luxurious rooms, a spa, and city views. Steps from St. Stephen's Cathedral, it features gourmet dining and pet-friendly amenities.
- [MÖRWALD Hotel am Wagram](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/feuersbrunn/morwald-hotel-am-wagram.md) (Feuersbrunn) — MÖRWALD Hotel am Wagram in Feuersbrunn offers elegant rooms with balconies, a luxurious spa, and exceptional dining featuring Austrian cuisine and champagne breakfasts, all set in a picturesque location ideal for exploring local attractions.
- [The Amauris Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/the-amauris-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — This elegant 5-star hotel on Vienna's Ringstraße offers a luxurious spa, gourmet dining, and easy access to cultural landmarks, just steps from the State Opera and Musikverein.
- [Post Lech Arlberg](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/lech-am-arlberg/post-lech-arlberg.md) (5-star, Lech am Arlberg) — This 5-star hotel in Lech am Arlberg blends historic charm with luxury, offering an infinity pool, spa, and mountain views in a former post house run by the same family since 1937.
- [Tennerhof Gourmet & Spa de Charme Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/kitzbuhel/tennerhof-gourmet-spa-de-charme-hotel.md) (5-star, Kitzbühel) — This historic 5-star hotel in Kitzbühel offers panoramic mountain views, elegant rooms with antiques, gourmet dining, and a luxurious spa with indoor and outdoor pools, just minutes from the town center.
- [Hotel Bristol, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/hotel-bristol-a-luxury-collection-hotel-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Nestled near Vienna's opera house, the 5-star Hotel Bristol enchants with historic elegance, spacious rooms, and attentive service, offering a luxurious stay in the heart of Austria's cultural capital.
- [The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/the-ritz-carlton-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna offers 5-star luxury in four historic palaces, featuring an indoor pool with underwater music, rooftop bar, and steakhouse, all within walking distance of Vienna's key attractions.
- [Hotel Goldener Hirsch, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/salzburg/hotel-goldener-hirsch-a-luxury-collection-hotel-salzburg.md) (5-star, Salzburg) — This 15th-century, 5-star hotel in Salzburg's Old Town blends historic charm with luxury, offering elegant rooms, fine dining, and a prime location steps from Mozart's Birthplace and major attractions.
- [Hotel Imperial, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/hotel-imperial-a-luxury-collection-hotel-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Vienna's iconic Hotel Imperial offers 5-star luxury on the Ringstraße, blending imperial grandeur with modern comforts. Steps from the Musikverein, it features antique-filled rooms, gourmet dining, and impeccable service.
- [Imperial Riding School, Autograph Collection](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/imperial-riding-school-autograph-collection.md) (4-star, Vienna) — The Imperial Riding School in Vienna offers 4-star luxury in a historic 19th-century building, featuring a health club, indoor pool, and garden, just steps from Belvedere Palace and the city center.
- [Vienna Marriott Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/vienna-marriott-hotel.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Five-star Vienna Marriott Hotel on Ringstraße offers city views, indoor pool, and spa. Steps from Stadtpark and minutes from St. Stephen's Cathedral, it combines luxury with an unbeatable central location.
- [Le Méridien Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/le-m-eridien-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Le Méridien Vienna, a 5-star hotel on the Ringstraße, offers luxurious rooms, a pool, and spa near the State Opera House. Enjoy city views, gourmet dining, and easy access to Vienna's cultural attractions.
- [Hotel Thurnher's Alpenhof](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/zurs-am-arlberg/hotel-thurnher-s-alpenhof.md) (5-star, Zürs am Arlberg) — This 5-star Alpine retreat in Zürs am Arlberg offers ski-in/ski-out access, gourmet dining, and a luxurious spa with indoor pool, perfect for discerning travelers seeking mountain elegance and outdoor adventure.
- [Falkensteiner Hotel Montafon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/schruns/falkensteiner-hotel-montafon.md) (5-star, Schruns) — This 5-star family resort in Schruns offers luxury amenities, including an indoor pool, spa, and kids' club, set against the stunning backdrop of the Montafon Alps - perfect for both winter skiing and summer hiking.
- [Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/velden-am-worthersee/falkensteiner-schlosshotel-velden.md) (5-star, Velden am Wörthersee) — This luxurious 5-star lakeside retreat in Velden offers an award-winning spa, private beach access, and elegant rooms with panoramic views, all within walking distance of the town's casino.
- [Palais Coburg Residenz](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/palais-coburg-residenz.md) (5-star, Vienna) — In central Vienna, Palais Coburg offers 5-star luxury in a historic setting, featuring gourmet dining, an exclusive rooftop spa, and elegant suites with complimentary champagne and minibar.
- [Hotel Weisses Roessl Kitzbühel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/kitzbuhel/hotel-weisses-roessl-kitzbuhel.md) (5-star, Kitzbühel) — The 5-star Hotel Weisses Roessl in Kitzbühel offers luxurious rooms, Japanese cuisine at Zuma Restaurant, and a prime location at the entrance of the medieval old town, steps from boutiques and the Hahnenkamm elevator.
- [Alpin Resort Sacher](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/seefeld-in-tirol/alpin-resort-sacher.md) (5-star, Seefeld in Tirol) — This 5-star Alpin Resort Sacher in Seefeld offers panoramic mountain views, award-winning spa facilities, gourmet dining, and luxurious rooms, all set within a sprawling park just minutes from the town center.
- [Hotel Sacher Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/hotel-sacher-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — The iconic 5-star Hotel Sacher Wien, opposite Vienna's State Opera, offers luxurious rooms, gourmet dining, and a spa, while its prime location puts the city's cultural highlights within easy reach.
- [Hotel Sacher Salzburg](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/salzburg/hotel-sacher-salzburg.md) (5-star, Salzburg) — The 5-star Hotel Sacher Salzburg offers elegant rooms, gourmet dining, and a spa on the Salzach River, boasting stunning views of Salzburg's old town and Hohensalzburg Fortress.
- [Kempinski Hotel Das Tirol](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/jochberg/kempinski-hotel-das-tirol.md) (5-star, Jochberg) — This 5-star Alpine retreat in Jochberg offers direct ski slope access, indoor and outdoor pools, and a 12,000 sq ft spa, all just 4.3 miles from Kitzbühel's vibrant charm.
- [Grand Hotel Wien](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/grand-hotel-wien.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Grand Hotel Wien, a 5-star luxury retreat in the heart of Vienna, offers elegant rooms, gourmet dining, and a rooftop terrace with city views, just steps from the State Opera and Kärntner Straße shopping.
- [Park Hyatt Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/park-hyatt-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Nestled in Vienna's Golden Quarter, the 5-star Park Hyatt Vienna offers luxurious elegance in a historic bank building, featuring a spa, indoor pool, and gourmet dining just steps from iconic city attractions.
- [Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/andaz-vienna-am-belvedere.md) (5-star, Vienna) — Luxurious 5-star Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere offers stunning city views, spa facilities, and gourmet dining near Belvedere Palace, blending modern comfort with Viennese charm in a prime location.
- [The Hoxton, Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/the-hoxton-vienna.md) (Vienna) — The Hoxton Vienna offers a chic urban retreat in the heart of Austria's capital, featuring a rooftop pool, French restaurant, and stylish rooms, all within walking distance of iconic landmarks like St. Stephen's Cathedral.
- [Hotel am Konzerthaus Vienna - MGallery](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/hotel-am-konzerthaus-vienna-mgallery.md) (4-star, Vienna) — Nestled in Vienna's cultural heart, this 4-star MGallery hotel offers elegant rooms inspired by nearby art and music venues, with easy access to iconic attractions and the Ringstraße boulevard.
- [SO/ Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/so-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — In the heart of Vienna, SO/ Vienna offers panoramic city views, a luxurious spa, and Jean Nouvel's striking design, all just steps from major attractions and a short walk to St. Stephen's Cathedral.

## Common questions

**What is the capital of Austria?**

The capital of Austria is Vienna (Wien in German).

**Do I need a visa to visit Austria?**

If you're an EU citizen, you don't need a visa. Many non-EU citizens can enter Austria for up to 90 days without a visa, but it's best to check current requirements based on your nationality.

**What's the best time to visit Austria?**

It depends on your interests. Summer (June-August) is great for hiking and outdoor activities, while winter (December-February) is perfect for skiing. Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.

**Is Austria expensive to visit?**

Austria can be moderately expensive, especially in popular tourist areas and cities like Vienna and Salzburg. However, costs can be managed with careful planning and by exploring less touristy areas.

**What are some must-try Austrian dishes?**

Don't miss Wiener Schnitzel, Apfelstrudel (apple strudel), Sachertorte (chocolate cake), and Tafelspitz (boiled beef). Also try various würstel (sausages) from street vendors.

**How do I get around in Austria?**

Austria has an excellent public transportation system. Trains are efficient for intercity travel, while cities have good networks of buses and trams. In rural areas, renting a car can be convenient.

**What are some top attractions in Austria?**

Popular attractions include Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, Salzburg's Old Town, Hallstatt village, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, and various ski resorts in the Alps.

**Is English widely spoken in Austria?**

While German is the official language, English is widely spoken in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants, especially in larger cities and among younger Austrians.

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