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Sonnenhotel Zum Stern, Bad Hofgastein Overview
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern is a 4-star hotel in Bad Hofgastein, Austria. Rated 9.6 out of 10 based on 21 guest reviews.
Check-in runs from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM, and pets are allowed. Only dogs and cats are accepted, and service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions. The hotel sits 1.2 km from Bad Hofgastein centre, with the nearest locality Remsach 3 km away.
Guests rate the overall experience 9.7/10 from 21 reviews. The highest category scores include service (9.8/10) and food and beverage (9.7/10). Cleanliness is also strong at 9.5/10, with room quality scoring 9.6/10. Reviewers mention a wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff.
For time on-site, you’ll find an indoor pool with pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, plus a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness facility. Ski storage is available, and downhill and cross-country skiing are nearby. If you want to eat out, Weitmoser Schlössl is 0.4 km away (about 5 min on foot), and Restaurant Auszeit Dinner & Bar OG is 1.1 km away (about 20 min on foot). Room options include the Family Studio with balcony and mountain view, as well as single and double rooms with private bathrooms.
Important information
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
- The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.
Should You Book Sonnenhotel Zum Stern?
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern is a strong pick for couples, families, and solo travellers who want consistently high guest scores, including 9.8/10 for service and 9.7/10 for food and beverage. The trade-off is that noise-free rooms aren’t guaranteed, and extra beds aren’t available.
Best For
- Families: Family Studio and Family Room options, plus connecting/adjoining rooms available on request (subject to availability).
- Ski and winter activity travellers: Downhill skiing and cross-country skiing nearby, with ski storage and ski passes available.
- Solo travellers and couples: Single Room and Standard Double Room options with mountain views and private bathrooms.
- Food-focused guests: Food and Beverage scores at 9.7/10, and free breakfast is offered.
Not Ideal For
- Groups needing extra beds: No rollaway/extra beds available.
- Light sleepers who need quiet: Noise-free rooms not guaranteed.
- Travellers who can’t meet health documentation requirements: Guests must provide health documentation.
What to Expect
Check-in runs from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Free breakfast is included, and pool access is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Ski storage is on-site, and ski passes are available, with ski lessons available nearby. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly, and cashless transactions are available.
Location Intelligence
Bad Hofgastein centre is 1.2 km away. Remsach is the nearest locality, 3 km from the hotel, and several sights are within about 3–6 km, including Rauchkogel (3 km) and Gasteiner Wasserfall (6 km).
Rooms & Comfort at Sonnenhotel Zum Stern
Family Studio, Balcony, Mountain View (Wohnstudio Deluxe)
- Sleeps 6
- Queen Bed + 2 × Twin bed + Sofa bed
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa BedInternet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Room service (limited), free minibar items, and...
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Single Room, Mountain View
- 23 m²
- Sleeps 1
- Twin bed
- Mountain View
1 Twin Bed248-sq-foot room with mountain views Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Room service (limited), free minibar items, and...
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Standard Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View (Alpinzimmer Deluxe)
- 28 m²
- Sleeps 2
- Double bed + Sofa bed
- Mountain View
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed301-sq-foot room with mountain views Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Room service...
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
- TV
Family Room, Balcony, Mountain View (Wohnstudio Tradition)
- Sleeps 4
- Queen Bed + 2 × Twin bed
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin BedsInternet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Room service (limited), free minibar items, and free bottled...
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
- TV
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern Facilities & Amenities
General
Elevator
Fireplace in lobby
Library
Parasailing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Computer station
Sledding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Housekeeping on request
Banquet hall
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Children's toys
Fishing nearby
Ice skating nearby
Swimming nearby
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Vegan menu options available
Vegetarian menu options available
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Downhill skiing nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ski storage
Arcade/game room
Ski lessons available nearby
Ski equipment rental shops nearby
Golf lessons available nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Free bicycles nearby
Ski passes available
Rock climbing nearby
Golf cart
Optional golf privileges
Horse riding nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Optional ski privileges
Secured bicycle storage
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Food & Drink
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Food and water bowls
Vegetarian breakfast available
Organic food
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking & Transport
Self parking (surcharge)
Pool & Wellness
Full-service spa
Pool umbrellas
Billiards or pool table
Pool sun loungers
24-hour fitness facilities
Health or beauty spa nearby
Swimming pool
Reception Services
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern Photos
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern Location in Bad Hofgastein
Closest Airports
- Salzburg Airport (SZG) 71 km
- Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) 110 km
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) 133 km
What's Nearby
- Evang. Pfarrkirche Bad Hofgastein 1.3 km
- Pfarrkirche Mariae Himmelfahrt Bad Hofgastein 1.3 km
- Kaiser Franz I. Denkmal 1.4 km
Top Attractions
- Rauchkogel 3 km
- Gamskarkogel 4 km
- Tennkogel 5 km
- Stubnerkogel 5 km
- Gasteiner Wasserfall 6 km
Natural Beauty
- Gasteiner Badesee 2 km
- Hirschkarspitze 3 km
- Hörndl 3 km
- Guggenstein 4 km
- Geißkarkopf 4 km
Restaurants & Cafes Nearby
Top dining spots near Sonnenhotel Zum Stern
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LUKE'S Wohnzimmer
Austrian restaurant3
Sendlhofer's
Restaurant4
Restaurant Auszeit Dinner & Bar OG
Restaurant5
Wirtshaus Schweizerhof
Austrian restaurant6
Weitmoserin
Bar7
Gastein Alm
Bar8
FEUERBAR Bad Hofgastein
BarRatings and review counts: Google Maps, as of October 2026.
FAQ About Sonnenhotel Zum Stern
What do guests score highest and lowest at Sonnenhotel Zum Stern?
Highest category scores are cleanliness (9.5/10), service (9.8/10), location (9.5/10), room quality (9.6/10), amenities (9.5/10), value for money (9.5/10), and food and beverage (9.7/10). The lowest category scores are also 9.5/10, tied across cleanliness, location, amenities, and value for money.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes. Only dogs and cats are allowed. Service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions.
Does the hotel have a lift and is it accessible?
Yes, there’s an elevator. Specific accessibility details aren’t provided in the facts.
Is there a pool, spa, or gym at the hotel?
Yes. Pool access is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. There’s also a full-service spa and 24-hour fitness facilities, plus an indoor pool and spa tub.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Free breakfast is available.
How far is the nearest airport from the hotel?
Salzburg Airport (SZG) is 71 km away (straight-line). Other airports listed are Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) at 110 km and Innsbruck Airport (INN) at 133 km.
What house rules or restrictions should guests know?
Noise-free rooms aren’t guaranteed. No rollaway or extra beds are available. Guests must provide health documentation, and staff temperature checks are conducted regularly. Cashless transactions are available.
What room types are available?
Options include Family Studio (balcony, mountain view), Single Room (mountain view), Standard Double Room (balcony, mountain view), and Family Room (balcony, mountain view).
Good to Know at Sonnenhotel Zum Stern
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
- Check-out until 11:00 am
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests
- Children & extra beds
- No rollaway/extra beds available
- No cribs (infant beds) available
- Pets
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
- Taxes & fees
- City tax (USD 3.26 per adult, per night) – included in the price
- VAT (10%) – included in the price
- Other policies
- Sustainability Certifications: Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
- Covid: Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12
- Noise policy: Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
- Covid: Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
- General: Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
- Covid: Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
- General: Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
- General: Cashless transactions are available
- Health & Safety: Guests must provide health documentation
- General: Masks are available to guests
- Guest type: Essential workers only - NO
- General: Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
- General: Staff wears personal protective equipment
- General: Temperature checks are available to guests
- Covid: Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
- General: Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
- General: Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- General: Social distancing measures are in place
- General: Professional property host/manager
- General: Protective clothing is available to guests
- Covid: COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 1
- Sustainability Certifications: Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- General: Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
- General: Masks are compulsory at the property
Sonnenhotel Zum Stern Guest Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
