Powered By TripAdvisorA Peaceful 11th-Century Castle Nestled Among Majestic Mountains in the Austrian Alps
Powered By TripAdvisorTucked away in Austria’s Styrian Enns Valley, Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn is an elegant hotel housed in a historic, 11th-century castle. Surrounded by towering mountain peaks and vibrant green hills, this picturesque region has plenty to offer travelers looking to indulge in fresh fare, indulge at a relaxing spa, play a round of golf, or explore the local scenery. Unwind in sophisticated guestrooms and suites that are ideal for relaxing and planning the perfect itinerary. Highlights of the hotel include:
- 110 tasteful guestrooms and suites with panoramic views of stunning natural scenery
- Restaurants that blend Alpine and Mediterranean cuisine using regional ingredients
- A championship golf course, Trackman driving range, golf academy, short game area, and more
- A luxury spa offering wellness treatments, heated pools, various saunas, and relaxation areas
- Activities ranging from yoga and other fitness classes to hiking, biking, tennis, and forest bathing
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
Timeless yet modern, each of the guestrooms at Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn combines style and comfort. Stay in a Deluxe Room – either single or double – to enjoy sleek design with wooden flooring and other natural materials, a bathroom with a bathtub, a minibar, and views of the countryside. Many of these accommodations also have private balconies.
For added space, relax in a Junior Suite, with the addition of a sitting area or sofa. The hotel also offers a range of elevated suites, from the historic Linden Suite, spacious Tower Suites, and elegant Traditional Suite to the multi-story Ennstal Classic Suite. Most unique is the Private Spa Suite, complete with its own sauna, experience shower, heated loungers, and complimentary anti-aging sheet mask, while the opulent Castle Suite offers a romantic setting with a fireplace, custom-made furniture, a dining room, and a tower with a view.
A stay in any of Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn’s accommodations offer access to the spa, fitness classes, and the caddy room as well as discounts on golf and tennis at the hotel.
Dining
At Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn, a range of culinary experiences ensures that every fresh meal, savory snack, sweet treat, or late-night drink is memorable. Enjoy seasonal menus, including a five-course tasting option at dinnertime, that present Alpine delicacies with Mediterranean influences and feature local ingredients as well as vegetables, herbs, and eggs straight from the hotel.
Restaurant Pichlarn – Linger in a casual modern space or on a large, covered terrace, protected from the sun while enjoying gourmet cuisine.
Zirbe – Relax in a cozy dining room with wood panels crafted out of fragrant Swiss stone pine.
Red Salon – Enjoy the hotel’s signature cuisine in a sophisticated space, where classic elegance and an upscale ambiance providing an inviting setting with red accents throughout.
Wintergarden – Take in views of the impressive Grimming Peak and Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn’s picturesque garden while lounging in this serene space.
Restaurant 19 – Open seasonally, this restaurant – located right on the golf course – offers laidback meals with a gorgeous view. After a round of golf or bike ride through the countryside, dine on the al fresco terrace, whether enjoying casual coffees, house-made cakes, or a flavorful burger.
Vital Lounge – Unwind in serenity at this spa lounge, where guests can sip tea or coffee while dining on à la carte specials in their bathrobe or sportswear.
Schloss Café & Bar – Sip cocktails or fine wines at this relaxed bar, or stop by during the day to enjoy freshly brewed coffee and light snacks.
Wine Lounge – Book a private wine tasting in this vaulted space, where staff pour vino from Austria and beyond.
Cigar Lounge – Cigars are available around the clock in this lounge, offering comfortable seating and a stylish ambiance with a British colonial-inspired interior.
Activities at Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn
From soothing treatments at the on-site spa to outdoor adventures in Austria’s mountains, there are several ways to stay active while visiting Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn.
Few golf courses are found in settings as stunning as this one. Designed to fit in an Alpine valley, the course features hills, valleys, and forests on 55 hectares of land. When the weather permits, squeeze in a few rounds of golf; those staying for five nights or more will even enjoy free, unlimited access to the course. In addition, Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn has a golf academy, pro shop, and an indoor golf simulator for the winter months.
Holistic healing is at the forefront of the experiences you’ll enjoy at the spa. Discover peaceful moments for the mind and body with stress-relieving massages, Ayurvedic therapies, and body treatments that incorporate a collection of nourishing, locally made oils. The facilities include a swimming pool complex with a heated indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub, a steam bath, and three saunas, including Finnish and bio options as well as an infrared cabin.
The spa also has a fitness studio where Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn hosts a lineup of weekly fitness programs, from yoga and Spiral Dynamics-inspired total body workouts to personal training. Elsewhere, guests can wander the hotel’s walking paths, take a tour of the castle, or try activities like tennis, guided hiking or cycling tours, snowshoeing, sledding, and forest bathing.
Nearby Activities & Attractions
- Lake Putterer
- Aigen im Ennstal Parish Church
- Schloss Trautenfels
- Pürgg-Trautenfels
- Kulm Ski Flying Hill
- Admont Abbey
- Altaussee Salt Mine
- Hallstatt village
Location
Set on a hilltop in the Ennstal Alps, Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn in Austria is housed in an 11th-century castle. Surrounded by meadows, forests, and mountains, including the iconic Grimming peak, the Alpine hotel offers a tranquil retreat with panoramic views near Aigen im Ennstal village.
Address
Zur Linde 1, Aigen im Ennstal, Austria
Transportation
- Public Transit
- Aigen Ort bus stop is 4 km / 2.5 mi away – approximately 6 minutes by car
- Train
- Stainach-Irdning train station is 5 km / 3 mi away – approximately 8 minutes by car
- Airport
- Salzburg Airport is 127 km / 79 mi away – approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by car
- Graz Airport is 145 km / 90 mi away – approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by car
- Vienna Airport is 263 km / 163 mi away – approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes by car
- Munich International Airport is 292 km / 181 mi away – approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes by car
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Reviews
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Nice experience and great hotel.
Sun Jan 05 2025 14:20:25 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Inspire57376945187
Everything was nice and the panorama is wonderful. It is a great hotel, indeed. The staff, the waiters, the reception girls, all are kind and warm. The only thing I would like to point out, is that at our room, the sheets and the towels, didn’t match the 5* hotel. Also, the toiletries (the small bottle of body lotion etc) were not replaced after the first night. Hope this will be read from the management and take actions. Everything else was perfect!
Excellent
Fri Aug 18 2023 08:00:09 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by K S
Excellent hotel with excellent restaurants and spa and pool area. Food also excellent. Wide variety at breakfast buffet. New conservatory to enjoy the view towards the Grimming mountain while dining.
Major disappointment
Fri Feb 24 2023 02:45:36 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by MatthewYouKnew
Not what one would expect from a 5 star hotel. It happened multiple times, that my order in the restaurant was messed up, either the staff not understanding what I said or some other mysterious circumstances. Speaking of mysterious circumstances, a clean lady, I suppose, entered my room for some reason at 7:40 in the morning, which, at least to me, is a very strange time to be cleaning the rooms given that I woke up 10 minutes prior to that. I also found it a bit insulting, that the staff spoke to me in English even though I was speaking to them in German, which is just weird in an Austrian hotel. The rooms were ok for the most part, but the bed was extremely uncomfortable and my body was in pain every morning. I’d personally recommend staying somewhere else.
The most beautiful hotel in the world
Tue Nov 29 2022 10:59:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 87haima
One of the greatest hotels I've ever seen. Just wow! Super service and Super quality hotel. Very friendly and hospitality staff. Great restaurants and bar. Very rich breakfast. An enormous spa with inside and outside pools and Jacuzzis. I will be back there. There is no question.
Stunning location and relaxing environment
Thu Sep 23 2021 11:32:36 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Tanya S
Wow wow wow is all I have to say. One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed, the location here is just amazing. Surrounded by green hills and mountains, it’s especially beautiful in the morning when the fog is lying just above town. Breakfast buffet has a great selection. There’s a few different restaurants during the day or evening to choose between, you never need to leave the property. Lovely outdoor and indoor heated swimming pool with lots of lounge chairs, sauna and Jacuzzi. You get provided with a robe, hotel slippers and a large carry bag, which I found very convenient to carry things to the pool. Hotel is very quiet, bed is so comfortable and room and bathroom is very spacious. I went on lots of nice walks around the hotel property and surrounding town to admire the views that are everywhere. Can’t recommend this place enough! I can’t wait to return and will continue to recommend it to all my friend’s who travel Austria. There’s also a train station within 10 minutes so you can arrange a hotel transfer if you aren’t traveling by car.
