Overview
A colourful, lighthearted lakeside house with eight elegantly styled suites and rooms, Villa Alma is a unique retreat infused with total tranquility. Offering all of the comforts and conveniences you need to completely relax, breakfast is included, plus there is an all day honesty bar stocked with snacks, juices and coffees. With a private beach, boathouse and direct lake access, bicycles and SUPs are available to borrow to make the most of the spectacular surroundings. The centre of picture perfect St Gilgen, all brightly painted houses, quaint restaurants and water fountains, is just a short stroll away
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Flight
2 hour flight from Gatwick to Salzburg airport
Transfer
Approximately a 35 minute drive from Salzburg airport, with free onsite parking
Best time to visit
Equally as stunning in the sun or snow, there is no bad time to visit though in winter, be sure to pack your thermals – it’s not uncommon for temperature to fall into the minuses
Favourite room
With picturesque bay views and super high ceilings, the Junior Lakeside Suite is our room of choice
If you’d rather your tiny travellers had their own sleeping space, opt for the Lakeview Suite, with 2 bedrooms both featuring a super sumptuous king size bed
Nearby
Villa Alma is located in St Gilgen, a charming, traditional alpine town surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Pretty painted Austrian houses, with wooden balconies and window shutters, line the streets leading to the small market square and central water fountain. The town has plenty of cosy, quaint restaurants to explore and a small concert hall, with a generous calendar of live concerts
Price
from £230 p/night during low season and £440 p/night during high season
Meet the family...
Thabbi
Parent to Tiny Traveller aged 4
My family recently had the pleasure of staying at Villa Alma, and I have to say, it exceeded my expectations in every way. The room was spacious and impeccably clean, with a comfy king size bed and high-quality linens. The bathroom was equally impressive, with a huge shower, fluffy towels, and highend toiletries. The staff at the hotel were top notch, from the front desk to housekeeping. They were all so friendly and attentive. Villa Alma has an amazing lake view. You can jump in and swim to cool off during hot summer days, go for a cycle or a hike, or enjoy a glass of wine while admiring your surroundings. Bonus: The hotel is family friendly!! Overall it was an amazing experience at Villa Alma, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious and relaxing getaway. I can’t wait to come back again!
Worth waking the baby for
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Wolfgangsee Boat Trip
Take to the water with a little slice of nostalgia. Paddle steamer “Kaiser Franz Josef I” was first launched in 1873 and still connects the three picture perfect Wolfgangsee towns today, offering views of the mountains from a breathtaking perspective
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Zwölferhorn Cable Car
Float up to new heights with a trip on the Zwölferhorn Cable Car and be rewarded with indescribable panoramic views of the seven lakes in the Salzkammergut. Sound of Music fans might find they recognise some familiar surroundings!
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Bad Ischl
Spend a day exploring Bad Ischl, one of the most famous towns in Austria. It counts the Kaiservilla, the former summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph I, and Parkbad Bad Ischl, a sprawling outdoor pool complex, amongst it’s many highlights
