Hotel Schachner

Wish we had had one more day - we stopped here overnight on a bike trip and it was such a wonderful surprise! The pool on the 5th floor and the spa were unbelievable, with beds, views, swings, various rooms (sauna, red light, steam room, etc.) and and incredible indoor-outdoor pool with views in every direction. To think I almost didn’t go up to the pool! I could have spent at least another day here just taking a break from the go-go-go. If I were to book this trip again, I would request an extra night here.

Our family stayed overnight at Hotel Schachner during our bike trip along the Danube. Although we felt a little out of place in this elegant hotel we enjoyed our stay here. Luckily the hotel has a bike shuttle that will pick you up at the bottom of the hill-- otherwise we would not have made it!!! Our room was very spacious, comfortable, and quiet. We had a nice view of the church spires and the family of kestrels that were roosting there. We did not eat dinner at the hotel since they had only one, overpriced vegetarian option. Instead we ate at the nearby Hotel Rose, which had an amazing "Asia bowl" and stunning terrace views. However, the breakfast was excellent, with every option anyone could want-- honey dripping from the honeycomb, a juice bar where you can make your own fresh juices, all types of milks, desserts... It was the most impressive buffet we had during our travels through Austria. Maria Taferl is a cute little village high on a hill with 360° views. We enjoyed exploring the church and grounds in the evening when most tourists were gone. The views are amazing and you feel transported to a different time and place staying here.