Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus
Historic villa with spa, mountain views, and ski storage
About this hotel
Step into a piece of history at the Villa Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus, a grand villa built in 1897 that once hosted Sigmund Freud. Today, it's a meeting point for artists and travelers, charming guests with its original furnishings and the flair of a bygone era. The hotel enjoys an absolutely quiet and sunny position on the famous Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade, offering wonderful views of Bad Gastein and the Hohe Tauern mountains. After a day on the slopes, the spa and wellness area provides a perfect retreat, and the dedicated ski storage ensures your gear is secure. The romantic ambiance and friendly staff complete the experience, making it a unique stay.
- Spa & wellness facilities
- Mountain-view rooms
- Ski storage available
- Romantic, historic ambiance
Our take
Villa Excelsior sits in a quiet, sunny spot on the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade in Bad Gastein, and the listing notes that Sigmund Freud once lived there, which sets the historic, romantic tone. The spa and wellness area handles the end of the day, rooms look out over the mountains, and ski storage is on site. I would book it for couples who want character and calm in a spa town rather than a modern ski hotel. A 9.5 from 328 guests is exceptional.
- Explore the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade right from your doorstep for scenic walks
- Make use of the ski storage to keep your equipment safe and dry
- Unwind in the spa and wellness area after a day on the slopes to fully relax
Why we love it
- Historic ambiance, once Sigmund Freud's residence
- Quiet, sunny location with mountain views
- Relaxing spa and wellness area
- Convenient ski storage for gear
Why guests love itVilla Excelsior Hotel & Kurhaus is my pick in Bad Gastein for a quiet, unhurried stay. The house was once Sigmund Freud's residence and keeps a romantic, historic atmosphere, in a sunny position on the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade. Rooms look out on the mountains, the spa and wellness area takes care of the end of the ski day, and ski storage is available. A 9.5 score from 328 reviews speaks for its consistency; I would suggest it to couples rather than to large groups.