Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus

About the hotel

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.

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Free Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Heating
• Terrace
• Garden
• Pets allowed
• Hiking
• Lift / Elevator
• Laundry
• Airport shuttle
• Safety deposit box
• Bar
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Golf course
• Soundproof rooms
• Sauna
• Skiing
• Games room
• Table tennis
• Ski storage
• Currency exchange
• Chapel/shrine
• Private parking
• Outdoor pool

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 11:00

Guest reviews

• V

  VittrupDenmark

  10

  Liked: Villa Excelsior is stunning. It’s a spirit, and you experience it through everything. This stay is a must!!! FOOD It shouldn’t be possible for you not to pay the small amount for dinner. You get three courses homemade food made by Le Chef, Johanna. You choose more or less your own breakfast. There is something for everyone. The waiters delivered the best service. They were amazing, warm and always welcoming you. They were wearing traditional Alpine clothing and it looked like they really liked their job. The stereo was playing classic every evening. Like saying before - they really have a spirit in the hotel with a common thread all the way. I went there alone, but they had placed a whole line of lonely travelers, so I had someone to talk to every night at dinner. So cosy! I’m 32 years old, but I had the best conversations with people doubled my age. VIEW I cried when I arrived and left. The view is just what I needed. You could follow the weather outside and it was magical. Sometimes full of clouds over and under you - WOW! FACILITIES Sauna, thermal bath with radon, church, outdoor swimmingpool and cosy rooms to hang in at every level. At first it felt like a labyrinth. Go exploring! Didn’t try the sauna because of the warm weather outside. My room was lovely - the interior fits the hotel everywhere. Christof has really done an unbelievable good job here! I spend plenty of hours starring at the view from the window. Short distance to the mountains. Beautiful Kaiser promenade walking route right outside the door. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE STAY, Christof & Johanna & the rest of the team I really get, why people keep coming back once a year. You’ll definitely see me again. Best, Jeanette

  Posted in August 2026

• J

  JevgenijsLatvia

  10

  Liked: That is a very stylish hotel, very nice view and location.

  Disliked: Breakfast & dinner in a gorgeous restaurant, excellent atmosphere

  Posted in July 2026

• P

  PaulaUnited Kingdom · Couple

  10

  Perfection in the mountains

  Liked: 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.

  Disliked: There is nothing negative to say

  Posted in June 2026

• L

  LukasSweden

  10

  A destination in itself

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

  Posted in March 2026

• L

  LeahBulgaria · Couple

  5

  Liked: the host

  Disliked: breakfast bedding room size

  Posted in February 2026

• J

  JesperDenmark

  10

  Best hotel in Bad Gastein

  Liked: This hotel is outstanding. Interior is like being back in s time where things where just better and easier. Hotel staff is exceptionally service minded and food - breakfast and dinner is top quality.

  Disliked: Nothing - everything works like a clock

  Posted in January 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

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A deposit may be required at the property.