Small Boutique hotels in LOWER AUSTRIA

What did Freud, Frankl and Schnitzler have in common? All three appreciated the benefits of a very special place, the Knappenhof in the the pristine mountains of Rax-Alpe am Thörlweg. And today the house is as popular as ever. Built in 1907 as an exclusive Alpine hotel by Camillo Kronich, this charming historic property was lovingly renovated and restored in 2011, and now offers luxury boutique accommodation and award winning cuisine in an authentic Alpine atmosphere. Located just one hour from Vienna and Graz, the Knappenhof is the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway. Here, visitors can recharge their batteries with great views of the unique environment, while soaking up the sunshine on the terrace. Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy skiing at Rax and Spital am Semmering, and in summer, guests can choose from guided hikes, mountain biking, climbing adventures, Nordic walking, white-water kayaking. The restaurant at Knappenhof, led by award-winning chef Dieter Ecker, is the proud holder of fourteen Gault-Millau points and one toque, and offers inventive, delicate cuisine based on top quality produce from farmers in the region. Guests can also take advantage of the newly inaugurated wellness area, which features a steam room, a sauna and a spacious relaxation area.

Enjoying an imposing position, overlooking the town of Hainburg and the banks of the Danube, Hotel Altes Kloster is situated in a carefully restored and renovated 17th century monastery, with a history stretching as far back as the 13th century. This charming property now offers boutique-style accommodation and fine cuisine in a spectacular heritage setting. A delightful spot for exploring this beautiful region of southern Austria, Hainburg stands on the banks of the Danube, and offers a number of interesting landmarks, including the ancient castle hill, the Braunsberg, The Philippus-und-Jakobus-Kirche and the new Martin Luther church. The beautiful Danube-Auen National Park is located just across the river, and is one of the largest natural lowland riparian forests in Central Europe, a haven for a fascinating range of plant and wildlife species. Golf Club Hainburg is just three kilometres away, and other outdoor activities available in the area include water-sports, cycling and hiking. Hotel Altes Kloster's restaurant reflects the contrast of tradition with modernity present in the rest of the property, and offers traditional, classic dishes with the accent on locally produced organic ingredients. The wine list focuses on regional produce, particularly from the Carnuntum wine region. To wind down after a busy day's sightseeing, guests can take advantage of the elegant Silentium wellness area, which features a sauna, steam bath, an infra-red cabin and a relaxation room. A range of treatments and massages is also available on request.

This magnificent property is located in the heart of the Wachau, in the middle of Spitz an der Donau, one of the most beautiful towns in this unique cultural landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hotel Barock-Landhof Burkhardt is a charming boutique hotel, set in a carefully restored baroque castle, with a history extending back to the 12th century. Now in the seventh generation of family ownership, it offers exclusive accommodation in a unique, friendly heritage setting. Overlooking the banks of the Danube, Hotel Barock-Landhof Burkhardt is ideal for visiting this beautiful region. Both Melk, with its fabulous abbey, and Krems, are less than twenty minutes' drive away. Guests can enjoy a magnificent range of outdoor activities from the hotel, including hiking, water-sports and cycling along the magnificent Heritage Route. Golf enthusiast can enjoy special rates at a number of excellent courses in the region. Hotel Barock-Landhof Burkhardt has just eleven luxurious rooms and apartments, all elegantly furnished and spacious. Designed to reflect a small country château lifestyle, combined with all modern comforts, they are located on the two upper floors of the house and so offer beautiful views. Every morning, a fresh, rich breakfast buffet is served in the historic setting of the "imperial coffee room" or on the sun terrace, with breathtaking views of the hotel's own pear orchard and the imposing Singeridl vineyard.

Nestled in the heart of the Hochkar mountains, Hotel Fahrnberger is a small, charming family-owned and run property, set in a carefully restored and modernised traditional Austrian building, with a history stretching back more than 700 years. Hotel Fahrnberger offers comfortable accommodation, fine cuisine and a fabulous range of facilities in an authentic, welcoming mountain atmosphere. Ideal for visiting this beautiful area of Lower Austria, guests at Hotel Fahrnberger can enjoy a magnificent range of outdoor activities, both in winter and summer. The Hochkar ski area offers excellent family orientated facilities for downhill skiing and snowboarding, alone with cross country skiing, snow-shoe and winter hiking trails, horse-drawn sleigh rides and ice-skating. In the summer, guests can enjoy mountain biking, hiking and Nordic walking, and much more. The Wild Wonder Card, included in room prices, provides free entry to over 40 attractions in the area. Hotel Fahrnberger's restaurant offers tasty menus based on lovingly prepared fresh ingredients and selected produce from the Mostviertel Region and local organic farms, accompanied by wines from the well-stocked wine cellar. Guests can also wind down and recharge in the spa and wellness centre, which features a Finnish pine sauna, an aroma steam bath, an infra-red sauna, and a quiet room with panoramic views. A full range of Ayurveda treatments and massages is also available.

Located in the centre of the historic wine growing town of Gumpoldskirchen, Hotel Landhaus Moserhof is situated in a listed 15th century manor house. After a comprehensive rebuild and restoration in 2012, this luxury boutique hotel offers exclusive accommodation and a range of bespoke services in a unique heritage setting. Perfect for relaxing visits to this charming little town, famous for its vineyards and wineries, Hotel Landhaus Moserhof is just footsteps away from the most important landmarks in Gumpoldskirchen, including the Bergerhaus, the town hall and the parish church of Saint Michael. The rolling countryside and hills around the town are ideal for outdoor activities, and guests can enjoy horse riding, Nordic walking, and mountain biking, among many other options. There are several excellent golf courses within a short drive of the hotel, and Hotel Landhaus Moserhof offers a number of special golf packages, with special discounts on green fees. Hotel Landhaus Moserhof boasts an elegant spa and wellness area, with a sauna and steam bath, along with a large outdoor swimming pool. Guests can also taste the excellent wines from the region in the historic wine cellar, while business visitors will be delighted with the fully equipped meeting rooms, for successful seminars, presentations and other private events.

Perched on a cliff overlooking the Danube, Hotel Schloss Dürnstein enjoys a privileged location in the historic village of Dürnstein, in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Wachau. Standing in a carefully restored and maintained 17th century castle, Hotel Schloss Dürnstein offers luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine in a unique heritage setting. Ideally located for exploring this beautiful region, Hotel Schloss Dürnstein is within easy reach of the two most important historical towns in the Wachau, Krems and Melk. Steeped in history, this magnificent wine growing region also offers a fabulous range of outdoor activities, including cycling, water-sports and boat trips on the Danube, hiking and golf. City and mountain bikes are available for hire at the hotel. The restaurant at Hotel Schloss Dürnstein serves a select range of dishes, featuring traditional Austrian cuisine with modern fusion touches, and based on the finest locally produced ingredients. Special menus are available for children, and meals can be enjoyed in a number of delightful venues, including the intimate Yellow Salon and the grand Rose Hall. The the icing on the cake is the Danube Terrace, which offers outdoor dining throughout the day, with spectacular views over the village and the river.

Hotel Turmhof enjoys a delightful location, standing at the edge of the charming little town of Gumpoldskirchen, bordered by the well-tended vineyards and woods of the Mödling district. Set in an elegantly designed modern hotel building, Hotel Turmhof offers luxury boutique style accommodation and facilities in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Just 20 minutes from Vienna by car, Gumpoldskirchen is the perfect starting point for visitors to Vienna and a popular travel destination for visitors from all over the world. Hikers and mountain bikers will find idyllic and challenging routes around the hotel at the foot of the Anninger, with its vineyards and woods. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy special rates on green fees at a number of courses near the hotel, and special golf packages are also available. Hotel Turmhof has just 21 luxurious rooms and suites, all elegantly furnished by the proprietors and the hotel's architect. Decorated with taste and great attention to detail, the rooms are air-conditioned, come with king size beds, and feature a range of high-tech amenities. To recharge after a hard day's business or outdoor activities in the hills, guests can take advantage of the magnificent top-floor Wellness centre, which features a Finnish sauna, an infra-red cabin, and a large roof terrace, all with fabulous views of the vineyards.

Standing amid carefully tended vineyards, and with fantastic views of the Stift Göttweig monastery, Malat Weingut und Hotel is an elegant wine-boutique hotel, set in newly built architect-designed construction. Featuring locally sourced timber and stone, this charming property offers luxurious accommodation in a friendly, family-owned Castle Hotels & Mansions. As its name might suggest, one of the raisons d'être of the Malat Weingut und Hotel is the wine from the surrounding estate, and tastings are organised at the Malat winery for individuals or groups, wine experts or gourmets. Held in the elegant tasting room, they also include a tour of the cellar. Other attractions in the area include visits to the spectacular Stift Göttweig monastery, the town of Krems, and a fascinating network of bike and hiking trails. There are a number of golf courses within a few minutes drive of the hotel, and special golf packages with green fees are also available. Designed to fully exploit the hotel's delightful south-facing location, Malat Weingut und Hotel's suites and public areas are spacious, airy and filled with light. Floor to ceiling windows, light coloured materials and quality fabrics complete the picture. There is a sunny terrace and garden area, and all rooms and suites have fine views of the surrounding vineyards and the monastery.

In the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Wachau, is Raffelsberger Hof, a unique boutique hotel and bed and breakfast founded from the home of a shipmaster of the year 1574. Its history and Renaissance design are harmoniously blended with modern facilities. Every morning an extensive and homemade breakfast is served in the cozy dining area for guests to dine and mingle. The many lounge areas offer cozy seating places, fireplaces, and even a classy bar with high chairs and stone ceilings. The grounds feature a swimming pool and ample garden space. The rooms of Raffelsberger Hof pay tribute to the shipmaster himself with diverse but simplistic décor representing the history and heritage of the region. The rooms offer a welcoming ambience with natural bright light and wooden flooring. The Wachau is an emblematic valley with so much culture, flora and fauna, and gastronomic pleasures to enrich the souls of visitors and locals alike. Bicycle rentals are available to explore the area at one’s own pace and to breathe in the serenity of the landscapes.

Perched at the top of a hill overlooking the village of Mailberg, Schlosshotel Mailberg is situated in a carefully restored and maintained historic castle, with a history stretching back to the 12th century. Owned by the Sovereign Order of the Knights of Malta since that time, the castle now offers luxurious boutique style accommodation and fine cuisine in a unique heritage setting. Offering sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards and the rolling landscape of the Weinviertel region of lower Austria, Schlosshotel Mailberg is ideally located for exploring this delightful area, famous for its beautiful vineyards and wineries. Steeped in history, the region offers 1600 kilometres of well marked, family friendly cycle paths and routes, perfect for exploring the charming towns and villages, castles, hills and valleys of the Upper Weinviertel. Both mountain bikes and e-bikes are available for hire at the hotel. For fascinating culinary experiences, guests should not miss the Restaurant Schlosshotel Mailberg, where the chef and his team create delicious menus based on the finest locally sourced produce, paired with some of the region's best wines, straight from the cellar. The Schlosshotel Mailberg has just 21 newly renovated historic guest rooms and suites. All of the rooms and suites feature the original wooden or stone floors of the castle, and luxurious custom-built furniture. Rooms offer all the comfort and amenities of a modern hotel combined with a unique heritage ambiance.

Nestled in lush woods only 3 kilometres from the city limits of Vienna, Schlosspark Mauerbach is an elegant design hotel, set in a purpose built, low rise construction. Just thirty minutes from the centre of Vienna, Schlosspark Mauerbach offers luxurious boutique style accommodation, fine cuisine and spa facilities in a tranquil parkland setting. Ideal for wellness stays, private events or seminars, guests at Schlosspark Mauerbach can also enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities in and around the hotel. These include fitness activities in the park, mountain bike routes, and a number of excellent golf courses within half an hour's drive from the hotel. Within the property itself, Schlosspark Mauerbach boasts an amply proportioned, light and airy Wellness area with sauna, steam bath, light therapy and massage rooms, including a full-scale fitness centre. The indoor/outdoor pool is also a prime source of relaxation and enjoyment. Another unique feature is the state-of-the-art golf simulator, for year round practice in air-conditioned comfort. The Schlosspark Mauerbach restaurant offers fine dining experiences seven days a week, with the accent on creative cuisine based on fresh, healthy, seasonal ingredients. Meals can be enjoyed in the spacious dining room, with an elegant country-house atmosphere, or out of doors on the spacious terrace, both with wonderful views of the delightful park landscape.