Elegant modern castle stay in Austria's Murtal district

Schloss Gabelhofen, Fohnsdorf, Styria

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Property details

Stately flair, sumptuous dining and natural idylls combine at this castle hotel in Fohnsdorf, in Austria's scenic Murtal district - includes breakfast, one dinner, wine, daily thermal bath access and more
  • An extravagant experience: Dating back to 1443 and once the home of noble families, Schloss Gabelhofen guarantees a stay rich in history and charm. The historic architecture of this magnificent moated castle has been well-preserved to this day, and is now complemented by modern, thoughtfully-designed interiors. You can look forward to the highest level of comfort, notably as you soak up some rays in the sunny castle garden.

  • Home-from-home relaxation: Each of the rooms is individually furnished with high-quality antiques and fine fabrics, for a truly unique retreat. In addition to a princely atmosphere, you'll find plenty of contemporary amenities for a cosy and fuss-free stay, including a sleek en-suite bathroom, a spacious seating area, air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, and a flatscreen TV. What's more, with access to the AQUALUX Therme Fohnsdorf nearby, you'll have ample chances to relax and unwind even further, beyond your guest room's door.

  • Exquisite fare: In the castle kitchen, seasonal and regional products are turned into refined dishes, plated with creativity and passion. In fact, the food here is so remarkable, it has already been awarded considerable praise by Gault&Millau and Falstaff. For a more informal snack or refreshment, enjoy coffee and cake in the café, fresh beverages in the castle bar, and flavourful wines from the hotel's own cellar.

Amenities

- Wi-Fi
- Pets are allowed on request (fees apply)
- Terrace
- Garden
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Cafe
- Wine cellar
- Parking
- Luggage storage
- Air conditioning
- Bike rental (subject to availability)  

How to get there

From Schloss Gabelhofen, the nearest main railway station is in Judenburg, less than three kilometres away. Graz Airport is approximately 95 kilometres away (an hour's drive, or two hours and 30 minutes on public transport), while Vienna International Airport is 210 kilometres away (just over a two-hour drive). We highly recommend hiring a car to explore and get around this region at your own pace.

Good to know

To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • An extravagant experience: Dating back to 1443 and once the home of noble families, Schloss Gabelhofen guarantees a stay rich in history and charm. The historic architecture of this magnificent moated castle has been well-preserved to this day, and is now complemented by modern, thoughtfully-designed interiors. You can look forward to the highest level of comfort, notably as you soak up some rays in the sunny castle garden.

  • Home-from-home relaxation: Each of the rooms is individually furnished with high-quality antiques and fine fabrics, for a truly unique retreat. In addition to a princely atmosphere, you'll find plenty of contemporary amenities for a cosy and fuss-free stay, including a sleek en-suite bathroom, a spacious seating area, air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, and a flatscreen TV. What's more, with access to the AQUALUX Therme Fohnsdorf nearby, you'll have ample chances to relax and unwind even further, beyond your guest room's door.

  • Exquisite fare: In the castle kitchen, seasonal and regional products are turned into refined dishes, plated with creativity and passion. In fact, the food here is so remarkable, it has already been awarded considerable praise by Gault&Millau and Falstaff. For a more informal snack or refreshment, enjoy coffee and cake in the café, fresh beverages in the castle bar, and flavourful wines from the hotel's own cellar.

Amenities

- Wi-Fi
- Pets are allowed on request (fees apply)
- Terrace
- Garden
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Cafe
- Wine cellar
- Parking
- Luggage storage
- Air conditioning
- Bike rental (subject to availability)  

How to get there

From Schloss Gabelhofen, the nearest main railway station is in Judenburg, less than three kilometres away. Graz Airport is approximately 95 kilometres away (an hour's drive, or two hours and 30 minutes on public transport), while Vienna International Airport is 210 kilometres away (just over a two-hour drive). We highly recommend hiring a car to explore and get around this region at your own pace.

Good to know

To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Location and what's nearby

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Schloßgasse 54, 8753 Fohnsdorf, Austria

With a stay at Schloss Gabelhofen, you're guaranteed plenty of Austrian alpine happiness and relaxation amidst a unique atmosphere. The landscapes around Fohnsdorf are made up of expansive meadows, majestic mountains and charming villages, and whether you're an active outdoors explorer, a culture vulture or a relaxation-seeker, you'll have the chance to indulge in fantastic leisure pursuits all throughout the seasons.

In addition to hikes, bike tours and fishing trips, you'll find intriguing regional highlights to explore, such as the Star Tower planetarium in Judenburg and the modern-meets-historic sights of Graz - from its charming old town, Eggenberg Palace and Schloßberg hill and fortress, to contemporary art at the Kunsthaus Graz. In winter, around 25 kilometres of pistes will take you across the plateaus and valleys of the Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen nature park. Elsewhere, the AQUALUX Therme Fohnsdorf is not to be missed, for guaranteed year-round R&R less than three kilometres from your hotel's front doorstep.
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Need additional help with your booking? Call our Concierge team on + 44 2039 807 013 (Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm).