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About this property
Located in a 14th-century building in the heart of Salzburg’s Old Town, this 4-star design boutique hotel is right at the foot of Hohensalzburg Fortress. Free WiFi is available. Situated along the famous Getreidegasse shopping street, artHotel Blaue Gans is directly opposite the Festival Hall and just a few steps from Mozart’s Birthplace. It combines a historic ambience with modern design and contemporary art. More than 100 original works of art are spread throughout the Arthotel. The elegant, air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Blaue Gans all have satellite TV, a minibar, a safe, and a bathroom with hairdryer. Surrounded by medieval stone walls, the restaurant serves traditional Austrian cuisine and Salzburg specialities. In summer, it includes a Mediterranean-style garden. In the Arthotel’s stylish bar, guests can relax in leather armchairs and enjoy fine wines and good music. Situated next to the hotel’s private herb garden, the glass house offers meeting space for up to 10 persons. For special events, the 660-year-old wine archive is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Roger
Belgium
“This hotel is all about Austrian Hospitality. Right in the centre of the Altstadt.. once there.. we could walk everywhere.. see everything. Really friendly staff... compliments to them!” - Rose
Austria
“The breakfast was delicious. Loved being on the Getreidemarkt.” - Karen
Australia
“Location location location Very comfortable hotel and an absolutely amazing breakfast.” - Janusz
Australia
“Quirky decor In the very centre of Salzburg: close to everything” - Deimante
United Kingdom
“Very spacious and lovely location. Great shower and bathtub.” - Caleb
United Kingdom
“Very stylish and comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Great sound proofing in the room - very quiet despite being on a very busy street. Comfortable bed and good bathroom.” - Mia
Australia
“Amazing location right on the main shopping street. We had a lovely room which felt recently updated and modern. Everything was immaculately clean. Quirky interesting hotel with lots of interesting art throughout” - Rachel
United Kingdom
“A beautiful place right in the heart of the old part of Salzburg. Would highly recommend the breakfast which kept us going all day. Stylish decor with helpful and attentive staff” - Helga
Iceland
“The staff in the lobby was excellent, very polite and service minded. The room was beautiful and the hotel very unique. Great location.” - John
United Kingdom
“The location is perfect for the Old Town with everything in easy walking distance and the breakfast was excellent though rather expensive”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Gasthaus Blaue Gans
- CuisineAustrian
- AmbianceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Bar Blaue Gans
- CuisineAustrian
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.








The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform artHotel Blaue Gans in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
License number: 200384