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Reviews of Smile Apartments zum Goldenen Strauß

18 Dürnstein, 3601 Dürnstein, Austria

#4 of 12 Holiday rentals in Dürnstein

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Review score

Based on 62 apartment reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    9.0
    Nice apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    In the middle of town. Comfy bed.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are separate WC and Shower doors and both don’t have a lock on the doors. In a 2 bedroom apartment, which will usually have more than 2 people/non couples staying, it’s important to have a simple lock.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Apartment war super !

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and clean in the middle of the village with parking included

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The building needs a sign on the front. We were lucky to run into someone who pointed us to the back of the building - without that, I am not sure we could have found it. Also, we were provided a link to a map location for the parking, but it didn't work for us because we were trying not to use data outside the US. Again, we got lucky that there was a Smile van in the parking lot, so we tried the access code and it worked. A simple diagram of the parking and apartment location (Durnstein is not that big) would take care of both of these challenges.

    The location was amazing. The loft area was a beautiful place to relax and enjoy a beverage. Laundry in the apartment was a welcome bonus. Very beautifully decorated with fascinating touches on the lighting!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Just perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything! The apartment is clean and modern. Great location. The staff is very responsive to all the messages even after office hours. We loved it!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One of the bathroom was like a mirror labyrinth, you have to be very careful. There were missing towel hooks in every bathroom and there was no place where to put vanity case.

    The apartment was very clean and nicely decorated. Central location. I would recommend it. Parking lot is very close to apartment.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    9.0
    Clean, beautiful, great location! Would come again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet door does not have a lock. That can be imbarrassing. It's also made of milk class, so you can almost see the person sitting on the toilet seat... And definitely hear things happening there.

    The apartment was very clean, tip top clean! Nice kitchen, beautiful! Good to have different pillows to choose from. Nice shampoo + body wash from Rituals! Great location!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only thing we missed were more hooks for towels in the bathroom and place to hang wet jackets and coats plus shoe rack in the hall. We visited the place in winter snowy season.

    Very spacious and clean apartment. Great location (historic center of Durnstein) with private parking available.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    9.0
    NOT BAD
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is good but we can only park the car outside the town,which is 5 minutes walking from the apartment. There is nobody in the apartment and it's difficult to find where it is. You can check in online only.

    The room is extremely big!We were so superised and the room is clean

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing that didn't work out was the later check out. I booked it and got the reply that it was okayed, but when we returned to the apartment after 10 our code didn't work . Luckily we saw someone that cleaned another apartment abd after telling them that we had a late checkout they unlocked the door for us. Not sure where the communication error was for the checkout but otherwise everything was perfect.

    Apartment was in a great location and it is very spacious. Looks like he online pictures , highly recommend it.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable and quiet in the historic centre
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wifi worked for us only with difficulties and very slow. Possibly a photo show to illustrate step by step the arrival and checking process might help get things done easier. Some lights did not work and lighting could be improved. The fridge ran non stop freezing our stuff, making noise and consuming probably quite a lot of energy for nothing...

    Large apartment and large bathroom. All comfortable and well setup. Kitchen fine for small things and breakfast. Very convenient parking. We liked the furnishing and arrangements that was in mint state but still relatively classic. All spotless. Could recharge my EV close by

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was only one bath towel, and there were two of us.

    The apartment is very cozy. Everything corresponds to the description. Wine and jam were a gift.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Super comfortable, great for a longer stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The check in process was not as easy as I thought. The website said "check in" - which in my properties is a straightforward 4-number code- but upon opening the page, I had to put in lot of info and a credit card again. Then I got a zillion numbers to enter the door code. After a day of driving, it was a bit too much. I guess if I traveled in Austria more I'd expect they want a lot of information everywhere.

    We had a two bedroom place and the rooms were big and beds very comfortable. The kitchen had a generous offering of coffee, cream, and teas. Dining table and a sitting area. Nespresso machine is always a nice touch. Bathroom was big, with a separate shower and a tub. The location is right on the main street. (5 min walk from the closest parking)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    10
    We really enjoyed our stay and wished it could have been longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night

    The apartment was amazing – very spacious and well-decorated. The bathroom was big and bright, with both bath and shower. The wooden chill room at the back of the apartment was a nice touch and created a cozy atmosphere. The hotel was located in the middle in the old town which was great but you have to walk down the cobbled street with your luggage from the parking lot (but it’s only around 3 minutes walk).

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Excellent apartment at excellent location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night

    Huge rooms with great lighting options. Bathroom was also large, with bath and shower.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There didn't have parking space. The car park was public.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No wi-fi available, very weak signal.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to find the entrance and the bike terrace.

    The bathroom in the basement is fantastic. Good combination of a medieval building with modern style.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    Beautifull
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Penthouse Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    10
    Definitely worth staying in
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think the check in could be easier and the temperatures were very high during this weekend and there is no air conditioning in the apartment. Thankfully it is located in the place where is does not get that hot

    Very spacious, beautifully designed apartment with all the facilities you might need. Great standard for this price

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    9.0
    The apartment is spacious and well equipped, very comfortable almost like home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment with Parking Space
    • Stayed 1 night

    Checkout time was 10 am and strictly enforced, making it a bit rushed.

    The apartment is located right at the center of the Durinstein village and at the beginning of a hiking trail leading up to the castle. Midway on the hiking trail you have a fantastic panoramic view of the Wachau Valley, at least the part near Durinstein.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2023

    10
    Superb stay in a beautiful apartment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn't like.

    Everything! Cool bathroom, super comfy bed, doors out to 2 terraces, excellent location, everything we needed was there. It was very quiet and good for sleeping. Durnstein is so beautiful, friendly and an excellent rest from the busy Vienna streets.

    Stayed in July 2023

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