Hotel Goldener Hirsch
Historic Austrian country house meets understated luxury. Hunting lodge heritage, antiques, hand-crafted local furniture, and staff in Tracht uniforms. Feels more like a well-kept private residence than a big hotel.
Ask for a room facing Getreidegasse or Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz — the views are worth any street noise, and the windows are soundproofed
Why It Matters
The oldest property in Marriott's Luxury Collection brand portfolio worldwide, with documented history from 1407. Has hosted Elizabeth Taylor, Luciano Pavarotti, Herbert von Karajan, and Richard Nixon. The Salzburg Festival has been tied to this hotel since its very first edition in 1920.
The Goldener Hirsch has been sitting on Salzburg's most famous shopping street since 1407 — which means it was already 150 years old when Mozart's family moved in down the road. The current look dates to a 1947 renovation by Countess Harriet von Walderdorff, who wanted a country manor feel rather than baroque grandeur. She pulled it off. Antlers on walls, hand-painted Jordis fabrics in pink and cornflower blue, shoemakers' benches repurposed as side tables, and traditional Fleckerlteppich wool rugs underfoot. It's cozy in a way that very expensive hotels rarely manage. The Festival Hall is directly across the street. Mozart's birthplace is 200 metres away. Hohensalzburg Fortress is a 10-minute walk. And the building — a UNESCO World Heritage Site listed property — actually spans three addresses on Getreidegasse.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Classic Guest Room
The entry-level room, and still genuinely charming. Hand-crafted Austrian furniture, Fleckerlteppich rugs, and the recurring golden stag motif. Marble bathroom with Villeroy & Boch fittings. Not huge by modern standards, but every piece of furniture has a story.
King Classic Guest Room
King bed configuration of the classic room. Same Salzburg artisan aesthetic — hand-printed Jordis fabrics in pink, cornflower blue, or red, and handmade furniture throughout. Vanity table in every room.
KingKing Deluxe Guest Room
A step up in space and position. Rooms look onto either the Getreidegasse or Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz. Marble bathrooms feature Villeroy & Boch porcelain and offer either tub, shower, or both depending on the unit. Antiques sourced by Countess Walderdorff still populate these rooms.
KingKing Junior Suite
The most popular upgrade request. Separate sitting area, more floor space, and the same Salzburg-artisan decor taken up a notch. Several are located in the annex building at Getreidegasse 35 with views toward the street. Reviews consistently single out junior suites as the sweet spot of the property.
KingKing One-Bedroom Suite
A full one-bedroom suite with a separate living room. Curated antiques throughout — think original pieces sourced from local craftspeople and the Salzburg region. Marble bathroom with separate tub and walk-in rainfall shower.
KingTwin Junior Suite
The twin-bed configuration of the junior suite. Same separate sitting area and generous bathroom, but with two single beds instead of a king. Works well for friends or colleagues sharing.
TwinTwo-Bedroom King Suite
The hotel's largest option. Two separate bedrooms, a full living area, and the same antique-rich decor that runs through the property. The best choice for families or guests who want serious space in the Old Town. Up to the hotel's maximum occupancy per room.
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Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A traditional afternoon tea service in the Bar's historic inner courtyard. Sweet and savoury bites, a pot of tea, and a glass of champagne. Relaxed British tradition executed in an unmistakably Austrian setting.
Bike rental and guided cycling routes through Salzburg's city center and surroundings. The concierge can arrange bike hire and suggest routes.
A curated evening pairing a chamber music concert at the historic Residenz in DomQuartier Salzburg with dinner at Restaurant Herzl featuring Mozart's favourite dishes prepared from 18th-century recipes. Tickets booked separately at the DomQuartier; table reservation required at Herzl (+43 662 8084 889).
The Les Clefs d'Or concierge team can arrange day trips to the Bavarian Alps, Eagle's Nest, Werfen Ice Caves, Hellbrunn Palace, and the Salzburg Lake District. Transport, guides, and itineraries curated on request.
Horse-drawn carriage rides through the UNESCO-listed Altstadt, departing from just outside the hotel. What was once Salzburg's main transport is now a romantic way to see the baroque city center. The hotel's Les Clefs d'Or concierge can arrange bookings.
The hotel has been the Salzburg Festival's unofficial home hotel since 1920. The Les Clefs d'Or concierge can source tickets for performances at the Festival Hall directly across the street. Guests can also pre-order food and drinks for Festival Hall intermissions online at festspielhaus.tablechamp.at.
In winter months, the hotel organises a shuttle service transporting guests to nearby skiing and snowboarding destinations in the Austrian Alps. Arrangements made through the concierge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site business center with computer access, complimentary to hotel guests. Also useful for guests who want to print concert tickets or city maps.
Several private event spaces including the Library, Green Salon, Hunting Salon, Rosa Salon, and Pink Salon. Capacity up to 70 people for meetings, dinners, and celebrations. Events team: +43 662 80 84 884.
Babysitting available on request through the concierge desk.
Full room service available around the clock, with a limited menu from 9:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Both Austrian and international options.
A cozy library lounge with a fireplace, available to all hotel guests. Used as a quiet sitting area and also configured for private dining or small celebrations.
The Herzl Terrace — a sun-terrace garden at the foot of the Mönchsberg — is open in the warmer months for lunch, coffee, cocktails, and dinner. Belongs to Restaurant Herzl next door.
A full concierge desk staffed by Les Clefs d'Or-qualified concierges available around the clock. Can source Salzburg Festival tickets, arrange fiaker rides, restaurant reservations, city tours, ski shuttles, and day trip logistics.
Daily housekeeping plus turndown service with chocolates (apple strudel flavour is a guest favourite). Staff speak German, English, Italian, and French.
Valet dry cleaning and same-day laundry service available. Per-item pricing, coordinated through the front desk.
Trained pets welcome throughout most of the hotel. Non-refundable pet fee: €55 per stay. Hotel reserves the right to restrict access to certain areas.
Currency exchange service available at the front desk.
Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property and in all guest rooms. Complimentary for Marriott Bonvoy members booking direct; available to all guests.
Hotel-arranged transfer to/from Salzburg Airport (SZG, 5km away) for €100 one-way. Reservation required — call +43 662-80840.
On-site valet parking available at €47 per day. Given the pedestrian-only Getreidegasse location, this is the most convenient parking option. Nearest self-park alternative is CONTIPARK Tiefgarage Altstadt Garage, 0.4km away.
The hotel has no fitness center, swimming pool, or spa. Guests wanting gym access are directed to sister property Sheraton Grand Salzburg, approximately 20–25 minutes on foot.
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