Pension Ballwein, Salzburg Overview
Pension Ballwein is a 4-star hotel in Salzburg, Austria. Rated 9.6 out of 10 based on 817 guest reviews.
Moosstraße 69b puts the hotel about 0.2 km from Pfarrkirche Leopoldskron-Moos in Gneis, roughly 3 km from Salzburg centre. With a 4-star official rating and a guest score of 9.6/10 from 817 reviews, it’s a strong option if you want consistently high marks for service and food. Review categories are especially high for Food and Beverage (9.9/10) and Service (9.9/10).
Rooms are set up for a comfortable stay, with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms also include a terrace or balcony. Practical touches include free WiFi and free parking, plus luggage storage. Guests also point to clean, comfortable accommodation and a high-quality breakfast.
For sightseeing, Hohensalzburg Fortress and several Salzburg highlights are about 3 km away in straight-line distance, including St Peter's Archabbey Salzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mozart's birthplace. The location scores well too (9.4/10), though a smaller number of guests mention slightly higher prices for some stays. Check-in runs from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM, and arrivals after 19:00 aren’t possible.
Important information
Should You Book Pension Ballwein?
Book Pension Ballwein for a Salzburg base with exceptional guest scores for service (9.9) and food and beverage (9.9), plus a guest rating of 9.6/10 from 817 reviews. The main trade-off is that some reviewers mention slightly higher prices for some guests.
Best For
- Couples and solo travellers: high scores for room quality (9.4) and a strong overall guest experience (10).
- Food-focused guests: food and beverage scores 9.9, with reviewers highlighting high-quality breakfast.
- Drivers: free parking and private parking are available.
- Travellers who value comfort and cleanliness: cleanliness is scored 9.4 and rooms are described as clean and comfortable.
Not Ideal For
- Late arrivals: check-in is only from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM, and arrivals after 19:00 are not possible.
- Cash-only payers: credit cards are used only as a guarantee, and payment on site is only possible in cash.
What to Expect
Check-in runs from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM, and arrivals after 19:00 aren’t possible. Free parking is available, and the property offers WiFi (Free WiFi) plus daily housekeeping. Breakfast is a standout in guest feedback, reflected in the food and beverage score of 9.9. Rooms are air conditioned and non-smoking, with options including classic double, comfort double, single, and triple rooms with terrace or balcony.
Location Intelligence
The hotel is 3 km from Salzburg centre, in Gneis (Moosstraße 69b). Key sights such as Salzburg Cathedral and Mozart’s birthplace are each about 3 km away, while Hohensalzburg Fortress is about 3 km from the property.
Rooms & Comfort at Pension Ballwein

Triple Room with Terrace or Balcony
- 27 m²
- Sleeps 3
- Queen Bed + Twin bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free WiFi

Classic Double Room
- 22 m²
- Sleeps 2
- Queen Bed
- Mountain View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room
- 27 m²
- Sleeps 2
- Queen Bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free WiFi

Single Room
- 22 m²
- Sleeps 1
- Twin bed
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Shower
Pension Ballwein Facilities & Amenities
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Pension Ballwein Location in Salzburg
Closest Airports
- Salzburg Airport (SZG) 2 km
- Linz-Hörsching Airport (LNZ) 100 km
- Munich Airport (MUC) 112 km
What's Nearby
- Pfarrkirche Leopoldskron-Moos 0.2 km
- Pfarrkirche Salzburg-Gneis 1.3 km
Top Attractions
- Hohensalzburg Fortress 3 km
- St Peter's Archabbey Salzburg 3 km
- Salzburg Cathedral 3 km
- Mozart's birthplace 3 km
- Salzburg Museum 3 km
Natural Beauty
- Rainberg 2 km
- Mönchsberg 2 km
- Karolinenhöhe 2 km
- Festungsberg 3 km
- Nonnberg 3 km
Restaurants & Cafes Nearby
Top dining spots near Pension Ballwein
WeiherWirt
RestaurantStrasserwirt Salzburg
Austrian restaurantGasthaus Kuglhof
Austrian restaurantZum Buberlgut
Mediterranean restaurantCafe Bar Zum Zwilling
BarMr. Fahrenheit
BarPeter's Bar und Vinothek
BarRatings and review counts: Google Maps, as of October 2026.
FAQ About Pension Ballwein
What time is check-in and check-out at Pension Ballwein?
Check-in is from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM. Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
What do guests rate highest and lowest at the hotel?
Highest-scored categories include Food and Beverage, with Cleanliness, Service, Location, Room Quality, Amenities, and Value for Money also scoring very highly. The lowest category score listed is 9.4/10 (Cleanliness, Location, Room Quality, Amenities, and Value for Money).
Is WiFi available at the hotel?
Yes. WiFi is available, and free WiFi is provided.
What house rules or restrictions should I know before booking?
Credit cards are only used as a guarantee, and payment on site is only possible in cash. Arrivals after 19:00 aren’t possible, and bachelor(ette) or similar parties aren’t accommodated. Guests under 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Which restaurants or bars are within walking distance of the hotel?
das Schrei (1.2 km) and WeiherWirt (1.4 km) are both within walking distance based on the straight-line distances provided.
How far is the hotel from Salzburg centre?
It’s about 3 km from Salzburg centre.
Which sights are closest to the hotel?
Pfarrkirche Leopoldskron-Moos is 0.2 km away. Pfarrkirche Salzburg-Gneis is 1.3 km away. Hohensalzburg Fortress, St Peter's Archabbey Salzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace, and Salzburg Museum are each about 3 km away.
Does the hotel have a lift or accessibility features?
Yes. There is a lift / elevator, and the property offers key card access.
Good to Know at Pension Ballwein
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- Check-out until 11:00 am
- Taxes & fees
- City tax (USD 4.00 per adult, per night) – not included, usually paid at the hotel
- VAT (10%) – included in the price
Pension Ballwein Guest Reviews
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