I was hoping people might provide some recommendations for the above places. My mom and I will be in Salzburg July 24-27 and then Hallstatt July 28-30. We sometimes (though not always) look at the RS recommendations out of his book but I found the Hallstatt recommendations somewhat lacking. In Salzburg, we're probably looking for something that is within walking distance of most places. My mom and I are fairly flexible -- we can share a bed, though twins would be nice -- we more care about a lake view, if we can get it, in Hallstatt. These two towns are the places my mom is most excited about visiting so price is also flexible though I'd love a "$$" recommendation.
Posted by
Forest Grove, OR
11316 posts
Take a look at Hotel Elefant in Salzburg. Small, nice people, great location. We walked everywhere but took a bus to and from the station and the bus stop was quite close.
Posted by
Alsenborn, Germany
867 posts
I always stay at the Boutique Hotel am Dom in Salzburg. Clean, modern, and great location. Excellent staff. There's a pastry shop right around the corner, a good restaurant almost that close, and a couple antique shops on the street. Anyplace in the old town is never more than a 10 minute walk away.
Posted by
Atlanta
4828 posts
Check out Hotel Gruner Baum in Hallstatt and see what you think about it money wise. When we stayed there we did have a lake view and it was gorgeous.
Posted by
Southeast US
3847 posts
A few years ago, I took a 2.5-week trip through Germany and Austria that included Hallstatt. I stayed at Seehotel Grüner Baum. It was the one splurge lodging for my trip... got a room with a balcony that faced the lake. It was awesome. I got up early one morning and watched the sun rise over the mountains/lake.
You'll be in Salzburg during the Salzburger Festspiele. Rooms in town will be pricy... and will go fast. Don't wait too long to book! I like Gästehaus im Priestseminar Salzburg. The priest seminary business isn't what it used to be, so this seminary rents out simple, clean rooms (with en-suite bathrooms) for a reasonable price; they offer a great typical German/Austrian breakfast.. It has no A/C!!!!!! That's fine with me, but if possible high temps around 90 would make you wilt without A/C, it's not a place you want to stay.