Hotel Sacher Salzburg
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Hotel Sacher Salzburg is worth booking if you want a top-rated 5-star by the river, steps from the Old Town, and the price is not the main concern. If value for money matters, our Best Value pick costs less than half and still scores 8.9.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits, and who should skip it
This is an officially rated 5-star hotel on Schwarzstraße, on the riverfront near the Altstadt. It suits couples marking a special trip, travellers who rank service highly and anyone who wants to walk to the main sights in minutes.
Guests describe the team as professional, friendly and attentive, with a warm welcome. Family rooms and pets are flagged in the property data, which helps some groups.
Skip it if you will resent the bill. The most common criticism is value: guests praise the standards but find room rates and dining costs high.
Location and getting around
The address is Schwarzstraße 5-7, and guests give the location a 9.8, the strongest figure in this review. They describe a riverfront position within walking distance of the Old Town and the castle.
Mirabell Palace is about 0.4 km away, roughly 5 minutes on foot. Salzburg Cathedral is 0.6 km, around 8 minutes. Hohensalzburg Fortress is 0.9 km, about 11 minutes to the area, though the climb up is extra. These are straight-line estimates and have not been verified.
Parking and airport transfer details are not confirmed in our data. Ask the hotel if you are arriving by car.
What guests say
Hotel Sacher Salzburg scores 9.4 out of 10 from 734 reviews, joint second of 8 eligible properties on review score.
The staff and the location get the most praise. The complaint is about price rather than quality: some guests feel the room rates and the cost of eating in the hotel are steep for what they got. Nobody in our data questions the standards themselves.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov, 2 adults, one room) was €388 per night, about €776 in total. The sample median was €173.11. These are reference prices, not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
Our Best Value pick, Design Hotel zum Hirschen Salzburg, a 4-star, scored 8.9 at €157.62 a night. Our Budget pick, Hotel Hohenstauffen, a 3-star, scored 8.7 at €117. The Sacher costs well over twice the Best Value price for a 0.5-point higher score, five stars and that riverside address.
Breakfast types listed are continental, vegetarian, gluten-free, American and buffet; inclusion in your rate is not confirmed. Listed facilities include a spa and wellness centre, a gym, a restaurant, a terrace, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 8 hotels in Salzburg. The Luxury slot prioritises five-star hotels, and the Sacher paired that rating with a 9.4 score and a 9.8 location score.
It is clearly the expensive choice. We include it because guests consistently rate the experience highly, not because it is good value.
Before you book
Check whether breakfast is in your rate, since dining costs are a common complaint. Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed.
If a river-facing room matters, confirm the exact room type; we have no data on room views. Check spa opening times for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is Hotel Sacher Salzburg from the Old Town?
Guests describe it as within walking distance. Salzburg Cathedral is about 0.6 km, around 8 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate.
How much does Hotel Sacher Salzburg cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €388 per night. Check today's price for your own dates.
Is Hotel Sacher Salzburg worth the money?
Guests rate it 9.4 and praise the staff and location. The main criticism is that rooms and dining are expensive, so it is worth it mainly if budget is not your priority.
Is breakfast included at Hotel Sacher Salzburg?
A buffet breakfast with several options is listed, but inclusion depends on your rate. Check before booking, as meals here are considered pricey.
Does Hotel Sacher Salzburg allow pets?
Pets are flagged in the property data. Ask the hotel about rules and any fees before you travel.