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Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden

Fairytale 16th-century Renaissance palace situated on the turquoise shores of Lake Wörthersee, blending four centuries of noble history with 3,600 sqm Acquapura SPA wellness and a private lakefront Beach Club.

★★★★★ 5-Star Lakeside Castle Resort Schlosspark 1, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria 104 Rooms & Bespoke Suites

Exclusive Signature Travel Network Privileges

Complimentary amenities included exclusively when booking Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden with Vincent Vacations

Daily Full Breakfast
Complimentary daily gourmet breakfast buffet for two, served overlooking Lake Wörthersee or in Salons & Atelier.
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$100 F&B Credit
$100 USD equivalent food & beverage credit per room, per stay, valid at waterfront Seespitz or Charley Walker Bar.
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Priority Upgrade
Complimentary upgrade to the next room or suite category upon arrival, subject to availability.
Flexible Check-In / Out
Early check-in and late check-out privileges, subject to availability upon arrival and departure.
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VIP Welcome Amenity
Artisanal Carinthian welcome delicacies, chilled Austrian sparkling wine, and a personalized welcome card.
Renaissance Romance & Riviera Chic

An Aristocratic Haven on Austria's Austrian Riviera

Commissioned around 1590 by Count Bartholomäus Khevenhüller, Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden has enchanted emperors, royalty, and international luminaries for over four centuries. Featuring its signature golden-yellow facade and distinctive corner turrets overlooking the tranquil bay of Lake Wörthersee, the castle represents the pinnacle of aristocratic Austrian resort living.

Within the historic chateau and its contemporary lakeside wing, 104 guest rooms and suites harmonize historic grandeur with state-of-the-art 21st-century luxury. Guests enjoy touch-panel lighting and drape controls, fireplaces, marble soaking tubs, and private balconies offering sweeping views of the turquoise lake and manicured rose gardens.

The resort experience is crowned by the private Beach Club with luxury marina berths and vintage wooden speedboat excursions, waterfront dining at Seespitz Restaurant & Marina featuring Alpine-Adriatic Slow Food, and the 3,600 sqm Acquapura SPA with indoor and heated outdoor infinity pools merging seamlessly with the lake horizon.

Resort Essentials

Location Schlosspark 1, Velden am Wörthersee
Origin Count Khevenhüller Renaissance Estate (1590)
Accommodations 104 Castle Rooms & Suites
Wellness Sanctuary 3,600 sqm Acquapura SPA & Infinity Pool
Lakeside Privileges Private Beach Club, Marina & Boat Fleet
Check-In / Check-Out 4:00 PM / 12:00 PM
Nearest Airport Klagenfurt Airport (KLU, 17 mi)
Affiliations The Leading Hotels of the World • Signature
Accommodations

Historic Chateau Rooms & Lakeside Suites

Each room and suite is uniquely appointed, blending historic architectural character with touch-panel smart technology and panoramic views.

Superior Room historic comfort 430 sq ft • 40 m²

Superior Room

Max 2 Guests King Bed Park / Courtyard

Located in both the historical chateau and modern wing. Combines the historic character of the Renaissance palace with LCD TVs, wireless LAN, refreshment bar, and bedside touch panel controls.

  • Historic chateau or garden wing location
  • Bedside touch panel lighting controls
  • Marble bath with rain shower & tub
  • Refreshment bar & Nespresso machine
Deluxe Room lakefront elegance 625 sq ft • 58 m²

Deluxe Room

Max 3 Guests King or Twin Partial Lake View

Spacious and light-filled accommodations featuring comfortable sitting areas, period architectural touches, high-speed Wi-Fi, and luxurious marble bathrooms with separate soaking tubs.

  • Expansive floor plan with sitting salon
  • Deep marble bathtub & walk-in shower
  • Touch-panel controls for lighting & drapes
  • Luxury Acquapura spa toiletries
Grand Deluxe Room with ambient fireplace 580 sq ft • 54 m²

Grand Deluxe with Fireplace

Max 3 Guests King Bed Lake / Park View

Located on the 3rd floor of the modern wing. Features an ambient see-through fireplace dividing the bedroom from the sitting parlor, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto an oversized private balcony.

  • Double-sided ambient fireplace
  • Private furnished outdoor balcony
  • Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows
  • Smart touch-screen room automation
Turm Suite inside historic castle turret 750 sq ft • 70 m²

Turm Suite (Turret Suite)

Max 3 Guests Circular King Direct Lake View

An extraordinary romantic retreat set inside the historic chateau's corner turrets. Features an opulent circular king bed, private parlor separated by French doors, and sweeping vistas over Lake Wörthersee.

  • Historic 16th-century turret bedroom
  • Bespoke circular king designer bed
  • French doors separating bedroom and parlor
  • Direct panoramic Lake Wörthersee vistas
Schloss Suite palatial chateau living 780 sq ft • 72 m²

Schloss Suite

Max 3 Guests King Bed Rose Garden & Lake

Set within the original Renaissance chateau, overlooking both the manicured palace rose gardens and Lake Wörthersee. Features an expansive salon, separate master bedroom, antique furnishings, and marble bath.

  • Separate grand parlor and master bedroom
  • Rose garden and lakefront panorama
  • Marble bathroom with deep soaking tub
  • Complimentary minibar and daily fruit
Infinity Suite 3230 sq ft master residence 3,230 sq ft • 300 m²

The Infinity Suite

Max 6 Guests 2 King Bedrooms Panoramic Lake

The crown jewel of Lake Wörthersee spanning 3,230 sq ft. Includes two master bedrooms, private study, private sauna, conference room, and a massive terrace with outdoor dining for eight overlooking the entire lake.

  • 3,230 sq ft residence with 2 master bedrooms
  • Private sauna, boardroom & study
  • Grand terrace with outdoor dining for eight
  • Lake views from every single room
Culinary Excellence

Alpine-Adriatic Slow Food & Lakeside Glamour

All restaurants at Schlosshotel Velden adhere to the Slow Food principle, utilizing organic produce sourced within a 90-mile radius across Carinthia, Italy, and Slovenia.

Seespitz Restaurant & Marina waterfront dining terrace

See Spitz Restaurant & Marina

Lakeside Alpine-Adriatic • MOCHI Pop-Up

Spectacular waterfront bistro situated directly on Lake Wörthersee. Showcases pure, seasonal Alpine-Adriatic cuisine alongside Japanese fusion creations by MOCHI Vienna, with sunset cocktails served on the private marina deck.

Service: Lunch & Dinner Daily • Seasonal
Dress Code: Resort Chic
Salons and Atelier gourmet restaurant

Salons & Atelier Restaurant

Gourmet Regional • Slow Food Cuisine

An opulent aristocratic dining room featuring Murano glass chandeliers, satin drapery, and parquet floors. Serves the gourmet Schloss breakfast and exquisite multi-course evening menus spotlighting regional Carinthian delicacies.

Breakfast & Dinner: Daily 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Dress Code: Smart Elegant
Charley Walker Bar and private beach club

Charley Walker Bar & Beach Club

Craft Cocktails • Champagne • Beachside Bites

Evoking 1950s cinematic glamour, the bar serves handcrafted cocktails and vintage spirits with live piano music. The adjacent Beach Club offers sun loungers, cabanas, and light poolside bites on the turquoise waters.

Service: Daily 10:00 AM – Late
Dress Code: Casual Elegant
Acquapura SPA heated infinity pool and lake wellness
Alpine-Adriatic Wellness

The 3,600 sqm Acquapura SPA

Surrender to restorative bliss at the expansive Acquapura SPA, one of Austria's premier wellness sanctuaries. Set against the sparkling backdrop of Lake Wörthersee, the facility seamlessly blends medical-wellness expertise with natural Alpine and Adriatic botanicals.

Features include a heated outdoor infinity pool that appears to merge with the lake, an expansive indoor pool, panoramic Finnish saunas overlooking the water, bio-saunas, steam baths, private spa suites, and direct private lake access for invigorating swims in drinking-water quality waters.

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Essential Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Key information for planning your luxury castle stay at Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden.

When booking through Vincent Vacations, guests receive complimentary full daily gourmet breakfast for two, a $100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay, room upgrade upon arrival subject to availability, early check-in and late check-out subject to availability, and a VIP welcome amenity with Carinthian regional treats and Austrian wine.

The chateau is situated at Schlosspark 1 on the western bay of Lake Wörthersee in the glamorous resort town of Velden am Wörthersee, Carinthia. It is approximately 17 miles from Klagenfurt Airport, 45 miles from Ljubljana Airport, and within a scenic driving distance of Salzburg and Vienna.

The 3,600 square meter Acquapura SPA features a heated outdoor infinity pool overlooking the lake, indoor pool, panoramic saunas, steam baths, private lake access with sunbathing loungers, and medical-wellness treatments.

Yes, Schlosshotel Velden boasts its own private Beach Club, sun deck, and private marina with motorboat slips, offering private wooden motorboat tours and Riva speedboat excursions across Lake Wörthersee.

Originally built around 1590 by Count Bartholomäus Khevenhüller as a Renaissance summer palace, the property was transformed into a luxury grand chateau hotel in the late 19th century and became internationally famous as a playground for royalty, celebrities, and European jet-setters.

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