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Romantic Places in Austria

Vienna

Magnificent baroque buildings, wide avenues, leafy parklands and a world-class cultural heritage. The imperial capital of the Austro-Hungarian empire, Vienna is elegant, classic and timeless.

This quirkily luxurious five-story 1902 townhouse boasts a serious collection of contemporary art feels like a cross between a b&b and a hotel. It is located in the artist-residential district of Spittelberg, just outside the bustling tourist area and a short walk from the museum district. Each of the 62 rooms has a different design scheme, ranging from streamlined modern to eight cozy Matteo Thun-designed rooms featuring crystal chandeliers and damask wallpaper.

T: +43 1798 45150. 62 rooms. US$ 200-
www.hotel-altstadt-vienna.com

Stylish hotel mixes old-world quality with modern amenities. Directly adjacent to Vienna’s Museums Quarter.

T: +43 1 522 25 20
www.sanssouci-wien.com

Wachau

The peaceful Danube runs through a verdant countryside filled with wineries and baroque architecture. Romantic, ruined castles dot the hilltops. Richard the Lionhearted was held for ransom in one of these castles.

Named after Richard the Lionhearted, this bower of tranquility has a cozy pre-World Wars Austrian feeling. Dining terraces overlook the Danube River.

T: +43 2711 222. 38 rooms. US$ 160-
www.richardloewenherz.at

Austrian Alps

Picture-perfect traditional villages, high mountain peaks, charming romantic hotels, sun-kissed meadows and friendly people.

St. Anton, Austrian Alps

100 years ago, it was the birthplace of modern Alpine skiing. Today it has a reputation as Europe’s wildest aprés-ski scene.

This frescoed romantic Austrian hotel was built in 1570 and is located in the village center, close to the ski runs.

T: +43 5446 22440. 50 rooms. US$ 190-, incl. breakfast & dinner.
www.schwarzeradler.com

Kitzbühel, Austrian Alps

Ancient walled town with brightly colored buildings and oompah-pah nightlife, located in center of the Tyrolean Alps.

Built around a 17th century farmhouse, this luxurious romantic hotel is located one-half mile from the bustle of town.

T: +43 5356 63181. US$ 320-
www.tennerhof.com

Arlberg Region, Austrian Alps

Lederhosen, dirndls, peak-roofed ski chalets & rustic chic are aplenty in the lost-in-time sister cities of Zurs and Lech.

Elegant country-style prevails on Count Tattenbach’s former farm.

T: +43 5583 25130. 72 rooms. $502, incl. all meals.
www.zuerserhof.at

Salzburg

The city of Mozart. Its historic centre is a world heritage listed site.

Individually decorated and furnished with antiques and folk art, this classic Salzburg romantic hotel dates back to the medieval era. Located in the historic centre.

T: +43 66 2 80840. 69 rooms. US$ 500-
www.goldenerhirsch.com