Small Boutique hotels in BURGENLAND

Standing in the heart of the charming historic town of Halbturn, Bliem's Wohnreich is set in a carefully restored typical Pannonia style building, nestled in a so-called 'Streckhof', the typical farmyard of the Burgenland area. Enclosed on all sides, it radiates absolute peacefulness. This luxury boutique hotel offers delightful accommodation and a range of exclusive activities in a friendly Burgenland atmosphere. Bliem's Wohnreich's spacious rooms and suites are all arranged around the inner courtyard, which features an abundance of herbs and berries, along with comfortable outdoor furniture. The hotel also boasts a historic wine cellar, dating from 1896, where guests can enjoy tastings of top-quality wines, accompanied by a range of buffet delicacies. Bliem's Wohnreich has a spacious conference room, for small presentations, seminars or private events, and cookery classes are also organised for team building or just for fun and relaxation. Ideally located for exploring this fascinating region of eastern Austria, Bliem's Wohnreich is surrounded by carefully tended vineyards, and offers numerous landmarks and attractions within a short drive or bicycle ride from the hotel. The Halbturn baroque palace is well worth a visit, but the jewel in the crown is perhaps the Neusiedler See - Seewinkel National Park, with a its immensely varied flora and fauna, and particularly its bird-life.

Burg Bernstein is the original ancestral home of count Laszlo Almásy, on whose life the fictional novel and film "The English Patient" was very loosely based. This fabulous property is a listed national monument, set in a fabulous castle perched at the top of a wooded hill, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside of Austria and Hungary. Burg Bernstein offers genuine castle stays in a historic setting, where guests can enjoy real aristocratic luxury, but without the distractions of modern life - the rooms and suites are purposely not equipped with either telephones or televisions, internet or fridges. Steeped in history, Burg Bernstein offers a magnificent range of activities in and around the property. These range from exploring the castle itself, with its splendid collection of antiques and works of art, hiking in the beautiful Austrian and Hungarian landscapes, mountain biking and e-biking, horse riding and golf. Also a favourite with motor-cyclists, the region around the castle offers beautiful, traffic-free roads, and guests can rent a Yamaha XT 600 directly from the hotel. The young and young at heart will be also delighted with two fully equipped slot-car tracks, for hours of fun. Traditional home-cooked Austrian cuisine and local specialities are served in candle-lit dinners in the magnificent setting of the castle's great hall, which features a remarkable renaissance moulded ceiling. Meals are served table d'hôte style, and special diet and vegetarian dishes are available on request. Wine is from the local vineyards.

Located in a carefully restored and renovated former customs house, Residenz Velich is set in delightful gardens on the edge of the little market town of Apetlon. With five generous rooms and a small private spa area, this charming boutique property is an ideal departure point for relaxing visits to this fascinating region of southern Austria. Residenz Velich has just five spacious, elegantly furnished and decorated rooms, each named after an important date in local and regional history. All rooms are air-conditioned, and feature custom built and vintage modern furniture, along with cosy fabrics and restful colour schemes. The Residenz Velich wellness area has a sauna, an infra-red cabin and a relaxation area. Standing just beside the Lake Neusiedl-Seewinkel National Park, Residenz Velich is the perfect spot for both nature lovers and outdoor sports enthusiasts. In addition to a an immense range of sporting activities, including cycling, horse-riding, swimming, sailing, and fishing, the region also offers a variety of cultural attractions within easy reach of the hotel. These include the baroque Halbturn Palace, the city of Eisenstadt, and the Mörbisch Operetta Festival on the Lake. A number of bike routes start close to the hotel, and bikes are available for guests, free of charge. In addition, all reservations include the benefits of the Neusiedlersee card, with countless free attractions, activities and public transport services.