Hotel Schloss Dürnstein enjoys a unique location on a rock high above the Danube River at the heart of the Wachau World Heritage Site offering a restaurant with a terrace overlooking the Danube and providing panoramic views of the Wachau. Built in 1630 it combines the atmosphere of a historic castle with modern comfort. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor swimming pools a sauna a steam bath and a sun bed. An extended breakfast buffet is provided every morning at Hotel Schloss Dürnstein. Lunch and dinner is also available at the restaurant. In July and August guests can enjoy barbecue buffets on the panoramic terrace overlooking the river every Thursday.

Newly opening as of Easter 2014 Heritage Dürnstein offers you modern self-catering apartments in an ancient wine-grower's house in the heart of Dürnstein amid the UNESCO-protected Wachau Region. Free WiFi and a sauna are available. Each Heritage Dürnstein apartment has a terrace with mountain or Danube-river views a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a Nespresso machine and a private bathroom. Linen towels and a hairdryer are provided. Final cleaning is included in the rates. Breakfast and hearty snacks can be served to your apartment on request. You can find numerous restaurants and the typical Heurigen wine taverns in the immediate surroundings. A bakery and a grocery store can be reached on foot in 3 minutes. You can park your car free of charge on the town's public car parks. Bicycles can be rented on site.

This family-run 4-star hotel lies hidden between the vineyards of the Wachau about 900 metres west of the historic town of Dürnstein. Gartenhotel & Weingut Pfeffel Dürnstein was completely renovated in early 2010. The highlight is the large panoramic spa area on the top floor with 5 saunas a heated outdoor pool a big sun terrace and views of the Danube Valley. Most rooms at Gartenhotel Pfeffel offer a balcony with views of the Danube. The restaurant has a terrace and serves Austrian cuisine with many homemade products such as herbs honey and eggs. Wine from the private vineyard which can also be tasted in the wine bar is served as well. Various events on the subject of wine are hosted regularly in the vineyard. Gartenhotel & Weingut Pfeffel Dürnstein offers free parking (also in a garage) and free internet access.

With its unique location directly on the banks of the Danube the charming traditional Hotel Richard Löwenherz in Dürnstein is the perfect choice for those who appreciate individual service in a beautiful historic ambience. Hotel Richard Löwenherz is surrounded by medieval convent walls and decorated with works of art from the region. The wonderful location the romantic terrace restaurant overlooking the Danube the extensive dreamlike convent garden with its swimming pool and the open fireplace give the hotel its unique character. The award-winning gourmet restaurant serves a wide range of traditional and innovative culinary delicacies as well as a selection of excellent wines from local Austrian and international vineyards. You can enjoy these special treats either in the elegant dining rooms or weather permitting on the terrace with its breathtaking view over the Danube. Sitting under shady chestnut trees you will dine overlooking passing ships the Baroque tower of the monastery and the ruins of the castle. Today the ruins of Dürnstein Castle are the most popular sight in the Wachau. Hotel Richard Löwenherz is named after Richard the Lionheart King of England who was held captive there from 1192 to 1193.