Goldenes Schiff

Top choice in The Salzkammergut


Most doubles in this four-star hotel have bathtubs, and the best rooms (superior doubles and suites) have a touch of glamour, with large windows that overlook the river. Some rooms can be very plain but there’s also a wellness centre with solarium and sauna. Entrance is from Auböckplatz. The restaurant (mains €11.50 to €30) serves proficient Austrian classics, with some excellent wines.


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2. Stadtmuseum

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3. Kaiservilla

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5. Wallfahrtskirche

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6. Salzwelten

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7. Kammerhof Museum

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8. Beinhaus

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