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Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg
A 3-star Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg at Schallmooser Hauptstraße 1 — Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus) at 1.6 km with a 8.5 headline from 15,464 reviews and noise from outside named in the cons.
- 3-star (official classification)
- Altstadt
- Independent — no chain recorded
- Nearest airport SZG
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The verdict
Book Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg if a 8.5 headline from 15,464 fits your tolerance — accept noise from outside, bed comfort issues as named trade-offs.
Geography from the supplier table: Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus) at 1.6 km; Festung Hohensalzburg (Hohensalzburg Fortress) at 1.8 km; Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten (Mirabell Palace and Gardens) at 0.7 km; Salzburger Dom (Salzburg Cathedral) at 1.5 km; Getreidegasse (historic shopping street) at 1.6 km. Location scores 9.34 out of 10.
The supplier rating is 8.5 out of 10 from 15,464 reviews, captured 8 December 2025. Cleanliness 7.83. Service 9.3. Pros name great location, friendly staff, decent breakfast. Cons name noise from outside, bed comfort issues, cleanliness concerns.
Filtered amenity facts include Bar, Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety, Parking, Private parking, Parking garage, WiFi available — we only cite what the seed lists.
Chain: none recorded. Check-in from 03:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM.
Best for
- Travellers who want a 3-star with a 8.5 headline from 15,464 reviews
- Anyone comparing dated cleanliness and location category scores before booking
- Readers who will read named cons as carefully as the pros
Not for
- Anyone expecting a quoted nightly rate on this page
- Guests who will not accept named cons such as noise from outside
- Anyone treating star class alone as a cleanliness guarantee
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
Third-party guest reviews: 8.5/10 from 15,464 reviews — as of
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What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 8 December 2025. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is the guest analysis from our hotel data provider for Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg, captured on 2025-12-08. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience8.8 / 10Excellent
Overall a satisfactory experience, with guests noting both positives and areas for improvement.
- Location9.3 / 10Excellent
Many reviews highlighted the great location, being close to major attractions and public transport.
- Cleanliness7.8 / 10Good
There were mentions of cleanliness issues, as some reviews pointed out that surfaces were not properly cleaned.
- Service9.3 / 10Excellent
The staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall service experience.
- Room Quality7.3 / 10Good
Some reviews indicated issues with room comfort, mentioning stiff beds and noise from outside.
- Amenities8.8 / 10Excellent
Standard amenities were noted, including a pleasant breakfast, but some guests felt it could be better.
- Value for Money8.3 / 10Good
While some found value for money acceptable given the location, others felt the pricing was high for what was offered.
- Food and Beverage8.3 / 10Good
The breakfast received mixed reviews; while some enjoyed it, others had dietary restrictions that limited their options.
Praised consistently
- Great location
- Friendly staff
- Decent breakfast
Complained about consistently
- Noise from outside
- Bed comfort issues
- Cleanliness concerns
Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg in photos
Supplied by the property through our hotel data provider and served from its own CDN.
What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Salzburg, Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt offers easy access to popular attractions such as the Mirabell Palace and Getreidegasse.
Comfortable Accommodation: The hotel provides non-smoking, air-conditioned rooms with contemporary furnishings, cable TV, and modern bathrooms for a comfortable stay.
Complimentary Amenities: Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet with Austrian delicacies, access to free WiFi, a 24/7 coffee and tea corner, and a vending machine for snacks and drinks.
Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and luxury at Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt.
Facilities
42 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
- Tour desk
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private parking
- Sun terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Parking garage
- Minimarket on site
- Concierge service
- Lockers
- Vending machine - drinks
- Vending machine - snacks
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Key card access
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
Schallmooser Hauptstraße 1Salzburg 5020
Austria
+43 662 8721720
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 03:00 PM
- Latest arrival
- 10:00 PM
- Check-out by
- 11:00 AM
Nearest points of interest
Straight-line distances from our hotel data provider, closest first. A walking route is usually a little longer than the number here.
| Place | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salzburg Hauptbahnhof | Station | 600 m |
| Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten (Mirabell Palace and Gardens) | Park | 700 m |
| Salzburger Dom (Salzburg Cathedral) | Place of worship | 1.5 km |
| Salzburg Museum | Museum | 1.5 km |
| Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus) | Museum | 1.6 km |
| Getreidegasse (historic shopping street) | Shopping | 1.6 km |
| Stift St. Peter (St. Peter's Abbey) | Place of worship | 1.7 km |
| Festung Hohensalzburg (Hohensalzburg Fortress) | Landmark | 1.8 km |
| Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart (SZG) | Airport | 5 km |
| Schloss Hellbrunn & Trick Fountains (Hellbrunn Palace) | Landmark | 6 km |
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Conditions worth reading before you book
The property’s own notice, reproduced unedited. Deposits, card rules and pet charges live here.
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Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg — common questions
- How does Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg score with guests?
- Our hotel data provider returns 8.5 out of 10 from 15,464 reviews as of 8 December 2025. Location 9.34/10. Cleanliness 7.83/10. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- How close is Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg to Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus)?
- Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus) at 1.6 km on our hotel data provider’s figures. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- What time is check-in and check-out at Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg?
- Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM, with the latest accepted arrival at 10:00 PM. These are the property's own published times as published by the property to our hotel data provider. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- What is near Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg?
- Our hotel data provider records Salzburg Hauptbahnhof at 600 m, Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten (Mirabell Palace and Gardens) at 700 m, Salzburger Dom (Salzburg Cathedral) at 1.5 km. Distances are straight-line from the property, so a walking route is usually a little longer.
- Which airport is nearest to Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg?
- The supplier records SZG as the served airport for this property. That is the airport code our hotel data provider associates with the hotel, not a measured distance — check the route for your own arrival time before you rely on it.