Hotels
Guesthouse/Wine residence Nikolaihof
Cat. Comfort
Built in the typical Wachau style, this modern guest house surrounded by vineyards is only a few steps away from the associated Nikolaihof winery. 17 spacious, modern feel-good rooms are equipped with shower/toilet, satellite TV and air condition (since 2021).
In a beautiful garden with countless apricot trees there is a spacious swimming pond with a large wooden deck, a sunbathing area and a children’s playground, from the 100 sqm wellness pavilion with sauna and relaxation room you can enjoy a wonderful view to the vineyards. The rich breakfast buffet offers regional delicacies from organic farming.
With its 2,000-year history, the Nikolaihof winery is not only one of the oldest wineries in Austria, since 1971 they have been cultivating wine according to biodynamic guidelines, without pesticides and herbicides. The wines enjoy an international reputation and are consistently top-ranked in the US-American “International Wine Report. ” The Riesling “Steiner Hund” 2012 was recently ranked 6th out of 100. In the Nikolaihof wine bar, typical Wachau wines are made from organic products Dishes and delicious vegetarian dishes served. For the undecided, the “Nikolaihof Buffet at the Table” is recommended, where all meals are served in small portions at the table (from 4 persons). So you can get to know the variety of Wachau cuisine.
Culinary insider tip close by – the Landhaus Bacher
It is the epitome of the well-kept country restaurant with traditionally high-class table and glass culture. Probably the best Mediterranean restaurant in Austria (2 Michelin stars) presents Austrian cuisine in its most exciting and innovative way.
Steigenberger Hotel & Spa 4*
Cat. Premium
Harmoniously nestled in the vineyards of Krems, overlooking the Danube, the Steigenberger Hotel & Spa Krems is the ideal starting point for numerous activities in the Wachau Valley. All rooms have shower/toilet, , bath basket with fluffy bathrobe, minibar, flat screen satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, in-room safe.
Guests can relax in the 1,200 m2 wellness area with indoor and outdoor pools, several saunas, a salt water steam bath and a relaxation room with an open fireplace. Beauty treatments are available on request.
The elegant Weinberg Restaurant and the cosy wine taverns spoil you with specialities from the Wachau region. You can also enjoy wines from the wine cellar. In summer, meals are served either indoors or on the panoramic terrace.