Fine old-style villa, decorated in style, and with respect for its own time. The hotel was well kept and very clean. Although in some places it would have needed update, such as televisions and bathrooms. The hotel was private and intimate, the owners were fully involved in daily operations. It did contribute to the hotel's attractiveness, because the service did... More

This is my second visit to Bad Gastein and first time to stay at Villa Excelsior. The hotel is a old, grand house which felt very homey. We stayed in a "panaroma" room which was large and had two windows offering a lovely view and a lot of natural light. There was a big closest and several drawers/shelves which was... More

Spent first week of February at the excelsior. Perfect service, great staff, great food. A genuine family feel despite it being a quite big hotel. I highly recommend full board as the dinner is excellent and varied and great value - four courses for a tenner! The staff is extremely helpful - helped us book restaurants, massage, helped us find... More

I had the pleasure of a five night stay at Villa Excelsior and found it to be a lovely welcoming hotel. Christof is the owner who is extremely helpful and friendly. My room was tasteful, clean and comfortable. I can highly recommend half board as the food was wonderful with silver service. A free ski shuttle in the morning and... More

Fantastic family atmosphere; very beautiful and stylish hotel. Good location, wonderful views. A good chance to combine skiing with relaxing procedures: take a bath or massage and sauna. Everything is very convenient. Clean and comfortable room. Excellent service and very good meals in the restaurant, charming classical music. The staff is very friendly and helpful. A huge thanks to Christopher!... More

We had a great stay for a full week to celebrate our 30th wedding day. The location is perfect, couldn't be better if you want to be close to the center of Bad Gastein and at the same time be close to nice walks. The hotel certainly lived up to its reputation. From the welcome to check out. The concierge... More

It was a very wonderful to live at Villa Excelsior. Excellent views, high level of service, excellent meals with sounds of classical music.. Charming old secession style which I like the best. Quiet and relaxing place. The leading hotel Christopher and his staff are very polite and helpful. Very nice room service. I was there with my children and we... More

I have just come home from a very wonderful stay at Villa Excelsior. I absolutely will recomend this hotel, and hope to go back in the future. The hotel is kept in a charming old style, and is quiet and relaxing, with very good food in the restaurant. The hotel owner Christopher and his personal, have everything in control. The... More

I first came across this hotel in 2005, and have continued to go back every year since including my intended stay this year again. It has a lovely charm, very quiet with beautiful views. The owner Christof is a wonderful host. Private taxis are laid on for you in the morning during ski season to take you to the slopes... More