I stayed in the Cordial for 2 nights in July and really enjoyed it. Its 2 minutes walk from the edge of the new town, 10 mins to the river and 15 mins to the centre of the old town...all this is dwnhill but it's a gentle hill with lots of pokey shops to explore on the way back up so nothing strenuous.

The breakfast was ok - nothing special but there was plenty of choice and a nice outdoor terrace to eat on if you get down early enough or are lucky enough to snap up a table as some one's leaving.

My room was spacious and clean and although it was hot and there was no air con, they did provide a fan as standard (i.e. didn't have to ask for it).

I was on my own (female) and felt perfectly safe in Salzburg at all times...and in the hotel for that matter. I noticed there were quite a few other solo travellers which was nice as a) I'm not the only one and b) there are plenty of people to talk to.

Tip: Look out for a small court yard on the right hand side of the sthopping street as you walk from the hotel to the river. There's a lovely little wine bar in there which is quiet but clean and the staff are very friendly.

2nd Tip: If you are getting the train up to the fortress do so early - it can get very busy andthere is little shade to queue in.

Languages are not a problem - most people spoke good English.

Overall, a great place for a weekend break!!

We stayed in the Cordial Theaterhotel for two nights during our honeymoon. The front desk staff is very helpful and assisted us in booking a day trip to the Ice Caves of Eisreisenwelt. The hotel is not exactly in the center of the action, but is only a 8-10 minute walk to the Old Town. However, the pedestrian area leading to the Old Town that is loaded with shops and restaurants begins only two blocks from the hotel so the walk seems much shorter.
The room itself was a good size, plenty of room to spread our luggage out. The bathroom was nice although the shower stall was a bit of a tight squeeze.
In the lobby, the hotel provides a computer with internet access for their guests to use free of charge, this was a GREAT feature!
Breakfast was good, plenty of options to choose from, though not a great breakfast. I was always satisfied when I finished eating.

My only complaint would be that the directions I received to the hotel from the main train station were inadequate at best. I would recommend just paying the money for a taxi. We took the bus and it takes you in a long loop before heading in the right direction of the hotel and then you have to transfer busses before walking another 4 blocks to the hotel. Taxi was only like 9 euro, and the bus cost us about 2.50 euro. Take the taxi!

We were very nicely suprised when we arrived at the hotel as it was so cheap. The lobby was lovely and clean as was the adjoining bar area. The room we had was spotless and very comfortable. The staff were so helpful too. Breakfast was lovely and the lovely weather meant we could have breakfast on the patio. We were attending a conference whilst in Salzburg and the hotel was a 10 minute walk to the conference centre. Brilliant.

The hotel was approx 10-15 minute drive from the airport which cost around 20 Euros. From landing in Salzberg the people were very helpful and friendly.

The hotel reception and bar was very clean and tidy where you were greeted by friendly staff. The room was very spacious and comfortable. There was also a lounge and diner with kitchen facilities.

Buffet breakfast was served from 7:30-10:00. They had a wide range of foods and drinks.

I would recommend anyone that goes to Salzberg visits the Beer Garden, climbs up Untersberg Mountain and goes on the Sound of Music Tour.

The apple strudle is to die for!!!!!!!!

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