Reviews of Hotel Goldener Ochs 4 stars

Very friendly and helpful reception staff

A charming hotel with bags of history, located on the edge of the town centre, beside the River Traun. The place oozes character, with a complicated arrangement of different parts. It has several traditional, cosy stubles for drinks or dining (which would be ideal during a winter stay but weren’t really used in the Summer), a “villa” on the river front with a lovely outdoor dining area, a pleasant breakfast room with a semi-outdoor conservatory courtyard and, in surprising contrast, a very contemporary-styled “wellness” spa facility with all manner of pools, saunas, fitness and massage areas. Our ground floor room, in the “villa”, on the riverside, had obviously been fairly recently refitted and redecorated and was simply but comfortably furnished and had adequate space, including a small outdoor sitting terrace. The staff were friendly and helpful, particularly the young staff running the evening restaurant overlooking the river. The hotel is really well located, in a prominent position, on the edge of the town centre and within 10 minutes walk of the railway and bus station and most sights and amenities.

Being a very old, historic building, or in fact a collection of buildings, it’s quite quirky and in fact is split into two parts divided by a narrow roadway. When booking, you do really need to be very precise about the type of room you want and in which part of the hotel you want to be. Our room, being on the ground floor, beside the river, was quite dark because of the balcony above and the trees and shrubbery screening the terrace from the well-used riverside footpath, which passed immediately outside, and the main town bridge, a few metres away. Because of the lack of privacy or view, we didn’t feel inclined to sit on the terrace. Rooms on higher floors had better views but might have suffered a similar lack of privacy. I guess that some rooms in the main part of the hotel will have great views but others, at the rear, might have a less attractive outlook, as the hotel backs onto a fairly busy road. Note that, as is the case with many hotels in Continental Europe, smoking is permitted on bedroom balconies and in outdoor dining areas, so that might be a factor to consider if you are particularly sensitive to cigarette smoke. Whilst, overall, the breakfast was very plentiful and good quality, the selection of hot food was rather limited. The restaurant was open to non-residents and served a delicious but very traditional, regional menu, which might not appeal to those looking for light, contemporary dishes!

A beautiful timeless traditional hotel on the banks of the Ischl. Restful therapeutic spa

The hotel is well situated, just across the river and a 2 minute walk from the main avenue. It's about a five minute walk from the train station. The room was a good size and the bathroom was also good. Bed was very comfortable. The buffet breakfast was a nice treat with good offerings. The hotel restaurant is closed on Wednesday nights but they have a good suggestion for a nearby Austrian restaurant with good schnitzel. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I would stay there again should I find myself in Bad Ischl.

The lasagna from the restaurant was really not good and rather small sized. Either make a proper lasagna or take it off your menu, please.

Excellent breakfast with large buffet, friendly staff. Nice location by the river.

Great room, superb breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. You should make a note for future customers. The parking garage only has 12 spots. It is VERY tight to get in and out. I had an Opel Astra, which is a pretty small car, and I could barely make the turn into the garage entry. Getting into and out of the parking spot was also a challenge.

Location was excellent and very comfortable. The spa area was very good and very clean. Also the lounge area with a log fire was very welcome - in wa freezing outside!!

The bar closed early due to staff illness which could not be helped but the alternative -a bar in the restaurant was not very welcoming and staff reluctant to serve us.

The location is very nice, and people are very friendly. The breakfast was also lush.

The location is excellent with a view of the river, the room facilities are great, and the staff are very friendly.

It would be better if more variety for breakfast.

The hotel offers an elegant retro atmosphere. The location in close proximity to the city center is perfect for those who prefer to avoid walking long distances. The staff was very kind, the breakfast generous and of high quality. I appreciated the public parking behind the hotel, which is even cheaper than the hotel parking!

Location was excellent. View from our room was amazing. Breakfast was very good with lots of options.

Nothing, it was all great.

Great location, good breakfast, and nice service

No air conditioner

bathroom without door

All great