Hotel Furian

I stumbled into this hotel on line while traveling somewhat randomly through Austria and Germany. I had heard the area was pretty, drove there and decided to stay the night. This place is a gem. Where to begin? Teddy, the current owner who took over from his parents, and his lovely wife (I assume) create a fun and generous atmosphere, eager to make your stay as rich possible. While not the least bit intrusive, if you ask for advice you will get it. Within moments I had hiking routes, biking routes, and dining recommendations well in hand as well as access to a private beach. I was offered my pick of 9 or 10 excellent bicycles for free to use at my discretion and parking was ample, available and free. I was able to ride this bike on a vigorous uphill gravel road to a beautiful lake, some Idealic pastures (with cows wearing cowbells grazing right there - the Sound of Music comes to mind) and to the have a sparkling apple juice at a high mountain hut before returning, all free of charge. The room was typical in size for the area with a very good bed, a lovely balcony and plenty of hot water. There’s also an excellent refrigerator that actually kept my beverages ice cold. The free morning breakfast is typical for the area with exceptional coffee and a lovely terrace on which to dine in good weather. I’ve uploaded a photo. Needless to say the proprietors speak perfect English (since my German is atrocious) I immediately extended my stay after the first day as I really felt so at home and comfortable at a local hotel. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

The family owned hotel is at St Wolfgang, which is about an hour’s drive from Salzburg. We were part of a tour group of 30 pax. Porterage is provided at this hotel. We were allocated on the third floor. There are about five rooms on each floor. Our triple sharing room was a junior suite with a mini kitchen complete with cutlery and plates. There is a kettle as well as a coffee machine. The room is very big, with a double bed and a roll out bed at the living room, and there is a dining table as well. The balcony is very big too and we have the view of the lake. The pillows are very big and very soft. Buffet breakfast is served at the restaurant on the ground level. The staff serves us coffee or tea on a tray with a small jug of milk. There are an assortment of cereals, fruits, scrambled egg and hard boiled egg, bacon and ham. Food is nice and service is very good too. The lake is about ten minutes walk from the hotel. The view is beautiful. We wish we have more time to explore the hotel ground and enjoy the facilities. Unfortunately we stayed for only one night and have to check out early the next day to continue on our tour.