Hotel Goldener Adler for Bicyclists
(CC) Salzgasse in Freistadt by Hjanko/Wikimedia Commons
The hotel "Goldener Adler"---or "Golden Eagle" in English---is a member of the Jäger Hotels. You find it in the historic portion of Freistadt, where it was built in the early portion of the 1300s. The venue started out as a brewery and has been family owned for six generations; each owner has added a bit of modernization to the place without destroying its historic charm.
You benefit from this foresight by having an ultramodern wellness spa at your disposal. Take advantage of the Finnish sauna, light therapy, relax in the Jacuzzi, and also replenish your health at the herbal steam bath. Sports enthusiasts enjoy table tennis and also the bike rental that allows you to experience old town Freistadt with a bicycle in addition to taking a walking tour. There is a bike path that goes around the city. In winter, the hotel operates a ski rental office. Health conscious guests appreciate the vegetarian specialties as well as the seafood that is part of the fare offered by this hotel.
Take advantage of the wellness package that in 2009 starts at 149 Euros, which translates roughly to about $214. It includes three nights at the hotel, use of all fitness and spa amenities, a guided walking tour of selected tourist sights, and gratis bike rentals.
Hotel Goldener Adler
1 Salzgasse
A-4240 Freistadt
Austria
011 (+43) 7942/721 12
hotels-freistadt.at
Dog Friendly Pension Pirklbauer "Zum wilden Mann"
(CC) Höllplatz in Freistadt by Hjanko/Wikimedia Commons
The Pirklbauer boarding house "Zum wilden Mann"---literally translated as the Inn to the Wild Man---offers a quaint and quiet bed and breakfast feel in the middle of the city. Guests are welcome to bring pets, and since the Höllplatz is right down the street, walking your dog is easy to do. This boarding house also operates a bicycle rental office, and you are welcome to borrow a bike whenever you feel like exploring the city's many bike paths.
Costs vary, depending on the season. Please contact the concierge at the Pension Pirklbauer "Zum wilden Mann" for the latest costs.
Pension Pirklbauer "Zum wilden Mann"
Höllgasse 2-4
A-4240 Freistadt
Austria
011 (+43) 7942/724 40
pension-pirklbauer.at
Café Pension Hubertus for Golfers
This dog friendly hotel has the look and feel of a traditional Austrian guesthouse. The exterior is painstakingly painted in the traditional style and it is centrally located, so you have access to the horse tram, Castle Weinberg and also the bike paths that are part of the Freistadt experience. In addition, Café Pension Hubertus is close to the St. Oswald golf course, which boasts Europe's longest par five hole.
Costs vary, depending on the size of the room. Single occupancy rooms start at 26 Euros ($37) for the night; double occupancy rooms begin at 44 Euros ($63), while triple occupancy guest room rates start at 63 Euros ($90).
Café Pension Hubertus
Höllplatz 3
A-4240 Freistadt
011 (+43) 7942/723 54
cafe-pension-hubertus.at
