No previous booking, just came there by chance at night under rain. Lovely room at 3rd floor with a view to the garden, close to the blue baroque church's tower. Food far beyond expectation, fair wine list, great pastry. The owners and staf are so charming in their traditional attires! We'll be back. Brazilians in love with Austria. more

We just stayed one night here on our way home to Vienna but we had a very nice stay. The Familie Schendl is lovely and their guesthouse is very comfortable. Everyone went out of their way to be kind to our 2 year old and she loved the toys in their dining room (we all loved the breakfast). We only... more

We came to Durnstein as a side trip from Vienna during our honeymoon. It really was the ideal break from the big cities. Completely romantic and beautiful. We took the train from Vienna and walked down to the hotel (directions from a friendly local) - maybe a 5 minute walk dragging our roller bags past the beautiful homes and wineries.... more

We spent part of our honeymoon at this hotel, finding it comfortable, bright and very hospitable. The owner is a real hands-on type, making conversation with us, recalling e-mails we sent him prior to our trip there and extremely helpful in general, pointing out local worthwhile sites, such as the wine museum built over one of the oldest cellars in... more

We stayed here in July, 2004 for a few nights during our honeymoon. It's a wonderful place and the best value we found on our two week Austria trip. Pretty rooms, a beautiful garden, and a great dinner. Wonderful staff. Excellent! more