Former Castle Hotels in Austria

Former Castle Accommodation

The luxurious, historic castle hotel Schloss Igls offers a private indoor pool and enjoys a stunning location on the Igls Plateau. Professor Karl Dantscher, the Count of Kollensberg, built this summer residence for himself over a hundred years ago. Around 1912, a hotelier under the name of Carl Walther, acquired the property to turn it into a luxurious villa.

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The castle was first built in the 14th century. During the 17th century, it was sold to Mülln Abbey. Archbishop Paris Lodron ordered further fortifications like the Monica gates, Augustinian gates and drawbridges. At some point, it was used by the University of Salzburg as a place of repose for its professors and it was dubbed the "Professors' castle" in the 1600s. A few years later, the castle's tower was used as the astronomy station to observe the stars and planets.

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The castle was built during the 15th century by Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg as a hunting lodge. It also served as an aristocratic residence for many centuries. During WWII, it became the residence of a German foreign minister. It stands right where land meets water giving it a picturesque view of the lake. Guests can dine by the docks, savouring a blend of Austrian and French cuisine, while they overlook the lake, creating an utterly magical atmosphere befitting of a castle.

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Standing atop an 80m hill, the castle was called Lebenberg from 1500 and on. It was built for Reichertsheimer von Wagrain in 1446. Until late 1800s, the castle housed many noble and royal families, including Empress Maria Theresia and the Red Archduchess Elisabeth Marie – the only child of Crown Prince Rudolf and the favourite granddaughter of Emperor Franz Joseph. Today, its fairytale-like atmosphere makes it one of the most beautiful wedding and romantic destinations on the Tyrolean Alps.

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The castle was initially built in the 12th century in order to help control the trade. In the 13th century, the castle came to the possession of the archbishops of Salzburg, who used it as a court that was primarily concerned with witch hunt cases. During a war in the 16th century, the castle was completely burned and later was rebuilt to the shape it maintains until today. The rooms might be renovated but they retain their original medieval aesthetic. The light-filled "Schreibzimmer" or writing room is perfect for breakfast and the "Gothisches Zimmer" or gothic room is a go-to for calm nights. When the sun peaks high in the summer, guests can enjoy the courtyard or the panoramic terrace.

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The castle was originally owned by a writer named Hugo von Hofmannsthal and his family in 1425. During the 16th century, the property underwent renovations. The owners changed throughout the centuries until it was obtained by the Porsche Family in 1987 who turned it into a beautiful hotel. Guests can rent a Porsche car to drive through the winding mountain roads in style and power. As you park back into the castle, enjoy a 2-Michelin Star cuisine at the MAYER's Restaurant.

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Over the centuries, the castle has been home to many families and workers. The first documentation of the property goes as far back as 1443. It was originally built as a moated castle but the soil in the moat leaked causing it to be rejected. In 1908, Prince Friedrich of Liechtenstein sold the entire estate to the Styrian steelworks in Wasendorf. Now it stands as a Renaissance castle with a preserved unfinished moat.

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The first documentation of the property goes back to 1187, built by Baron Rosenberg. The Rosenberg barons reigned from 155 to 1760. Some famous personalities who stayed in the castle were said to be the Grand Duchesse Margarethe Maultasch and even Napoleon himself in 1809. It has been renovated and turned into a full-fledged hotel under the Eberhardt family in 1938 after the Rosenbergs fled the country.

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This castle is a hotel and a museum. It is the only Masonic Museum in Austria, outlining the history of the brotherhood throughout the 17th to the 18th century. It boasts an intricate Baroque Renaissance architecture and decors. The artistry also extends to the accommodations and culinary experience, with each room being tastefully decorated in modern style. The castle was initially built in the 16th century and rebuilt 200 hundred years later.

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Constructed around the 12th century, the fortress was purposefully built on the slopes for optimal defensibility and great vantage point of the hills. It was able to repel attacks from the Turks. Nowadays, the outside walls are teeming with vineyards and fine wine. From spring to autumn, you can immerse yourself in the Fortress Museum with armors, antiques and age-old art. The fortress is also a great venue for celebrations and seminars.

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Throughout the centuries, Bernstein Castle has served as a fortress from invading armies. Kings and emperors have resided in the castle, while thanks to its ideal location atop a mountain and overlooking the Hungarian plain, any intruders could be detected from miles away. Today, guests are treated with lush trees and grasslands promising a calm stay, since parts of the fortress were turned into gardens for the guests' enjoyment.

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This 11th century castle stands on an extinct volcano. It was build as a fortress and repelled attacks from the Turks, the Hun and Kuruc. Throughout its lifetime it was passed around different families until it was renovated as a hotel in 1968. Today, it is an elegant hotel with panoramic views of Eastern Styria hill country on the terraces. It is also surrounded by museums, wineries and observatories for you to indulge in and explore.

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The first written record of the castle dates back to the 14th century. It belonged to various Austrian noble families through the centuries, until the Cistercian Abbey of Wilhering took possession of it in the 18th century until 1980. Opposite the castle are 16th century farm buildings with a chapel. Today, the rooms and suites are designed with tradition in mind. Walls are left with their original aesthetic and are minimally renovated.

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The castle was built in the 12th century by the Knights of Malta and it boasts a moat and a blend of Renaissance and Baroque elements. The castle has suffered through many wars throughout the centuries, having been destroyed and rebuilt countless times. This castle has been owned by the Sovereign Order of Malta since 1146. It stands perfectly on the hills of Weinviertel, surrounded by vineyards and bike paths that lead to neighbouring towns.