Title: The 10 Best 4 Star Hotels in Melk - 2025 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Melk Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Melk.dx6197577)[Hotels in Melk](https://expedia.co.uk/Melk-Hotels.d6197577.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Melk](https://expedia.co.uk/Melk-Holiday-Rentals.d6197577.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Melk](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Melk.d6197577.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Melk](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Melk.d6197577.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Melk Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Melk.d6197577.Car-Hire-Guide)[Melk Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Melk.d6197577.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa7f353c30487cc18b3719d2749d594f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Cathy LeBouthillier # Compare and book 4 Star hotels in Melk, Lower Austria - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Melk 4 Star Hotels Tonight [14 Nov - 15 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6197577&startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&adults=2&star=40&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [15 Nov - 16 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6197577&startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&adults=2&star=40&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [14 Nov - 16 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6197577&startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&adults=2&star=40&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [21 Nov - 23 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6197577&startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&adults=2&star=40&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Melk 4 Star Hotels ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2180000/2179400/2179367/3eb4f161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2180000/2179400/2179367/73f12fed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2180000/2179400/2179367/2d7146bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2180000/2179400/2179367/3241d776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### arte Hotel Krems Krems an der Donau 8.6/10 Excellent (85) "Very chic and fun hotel. Nice sized room, very clean, small bathroom. Good breakfast. Nice staff and had a nice restaurant right next door " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Denise £118 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krems-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Arte-Hotel-Krems.h2179367.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4600500/4600408/40724475.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4600500/4600408/777b80b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business Double Room Single Use | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4600500/4600408/0609011d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4600500/4600408/1ab2cd07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cityhotel Design & Classic St. Pölten 9.0/10 Wonderful (126) "Do not stay at this hotel if it is hot. AC in a few rooms and it is inadequate. We had 5 rooms. One had reasonable temperature " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Neil £173 includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sankt-Polten-Hotels-Cityhotel-DC.h4600408.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335700/1335639/73001ae9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335700/1335639/47d7f52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335700/1335639/1c61bc93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1335700/1335639/078d4194.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steigenberger Hotel & Spa Krems Krems an der Donau 8.8/10 Excellent (164) "Great wellness facilities, amazing breakfast options, rooms are large and clean." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Igor £162 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krems-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Steigenberger-Hotel-Spa-Krems.h1335639.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34595900/34595836/f72fadf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34595900/34595836/0960d801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34595900/34595836/13700d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34595900/34595836/8fc664da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Metropol St. Pölten 8.4/10 Very good (82) "Overall the property is nice and safe. Close to the train station and downtown are. The staff overall are nice. There was one lady at the front desk that acts as if she is not bothered to be there and is not friendly. But everyone else I encountered as friendly. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ethan Matheus £146 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sankt-Polten-Hotels-Hotel-Metropol.h34595836.Hotel-Information) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16180000/16179100/16179095/424c3234.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16180000/16179100/16179095/4bf1f9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16180000/16179100/16179095/421755f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Grand Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16180000/16179100/16179095/bc2f16f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Unter den Linden Krems an der Donau 9.4/10 Exceptional (140) "An exceptionally nice hotel. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. An attractive back terrace was a very pleasant spot for a carry in meal. The breakfast buffet offered unusual variety, very fresh and well prepared and presented. Many healthy choices including freshly prepared vegetable juices. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Miriam £129 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krems-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Hotel-Unter-Den-Linden.h16179095.Hotel-Information) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5426700/5426694/8fdff1a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5426700/5426694/8154f41d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lunch and dinner served, Regional cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5426700/5426694/dca53dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5426700/5426694/66f1bba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Richard Löwenherz Durnstein 9.2/10 Wonderful (94) "Utterly charming and incredible service! Gorgeous location with a delicious restaurant you must visit…so very pleased we were able to stay here! " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) DOnna [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durnstein-Hotels-Richard-Lowenherz.h5426694.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428642/ae21aa03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428642/f00d4dd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428642/c9bfb16b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428642/cedc54d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Schloss Durnstein Durnstein 9.4/10 Exceptional (109) "Great hotel great location tasty food and courteous staff. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Shaike [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durnstein-Hotels-Hotel-Schloss-Durnstein.h428642.Hotel-Information) ![Double Room, Balcony (2) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42500000/42493900/42493887/a1e51d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42500000/42493900/42493887/f525dffa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42500000/42493900/42493887/1bbd5dad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42500000/42493900/42493887/68c22f08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Donau Lodge Ybbs Ybbs an der Donau 10/10 Exceptional (44) "Sehr leckeres Frühstück, große Dusche, herrlicher Balkon mit Donaublick, freundliches Personal, gemütliche Atmosphäre " ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Johannes £163 includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ybbs-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Donau-Lodge-Ybbs.h42493887.Hotel-Information) ![Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8780000/8772800/8772744/dfb790fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8780000/8772800/8772744/aa4453ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8780000/8772800/8772744/a1ebec2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8780000/8772800/8772744/2faf01da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Residenz Hössinger Neidling 9.2/10 Wonderful (50) "Very close to St Pölten, very friendly staff, clean, stayed here while exploring the Wachau Valley area. Krems to Melk. The location of this hotel was fantastic, Short drive to places to eat, the staff was even willing to cook for us. Breakfast was great and included. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Terry £127 includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Neidling-Hotels-Hotel-Residenz-Hossinger.h8772744.Hotel-Information) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691100/2691092/27bd933e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sauna, reflexology, 4 treatment rooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691100/2691092/01f6362d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691100/2691092/4ae8d17b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691100/2691092/174d756c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gartenhotel & Weingut Pfeffel Dürnstein Durnstein 8.8/10 Excellent (46) "Staff was wonderful " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kevin £163 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durnstein-Hotels-Gartenhotel-Weingut-Pfeffel-Durnstein.h2691092.Hotel-Information) ![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5190000/5182700/5182619/0f7e24b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5190000/5182700/5182619/5a2b67fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5190000/5182700/5182619/c1e464a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5190000/5182700/5182619/9985147c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Donauhof Emmersdorf an der Donau 8.8/10 Excellent (80) "An excellent family-run hotel on the banks of the Dnube. Very good breakfast. Nice restaurant. We upgraded to a large room with a balcony and a full view of the Danube for only 15€ per night." ![Israel](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/il.svg) chaim [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emmersdorf-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Hotel-Restaurant-Donauhof.h5182619.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19819600/19819562/3a3131be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Junior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19819600/19819562/a273d46d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19819600/19819562/2c3d7009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Junior Suite | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19819600/19819562/50ed0e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Weinberghof & Weingut Lagler Spitz 9.0/10 Wonderful (23) "The location is pretty, breakfast was good and hotel overall is in good shape. They really should consider installing air conditioners since the weather has gotten so hot in most of Europe. It was very difficult to sleep. The temp dropped a bit but very late at night and the fans were just circulating hot air. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Teresita [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spitz-Hotels-Hotel-Weinberghof-Weingut-Lagler.h19819562.Hotel-Information) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2540000/2537500/2537497/6996d37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2540000/2537500/2537497/a8969103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2540000/2537500/2537497/526ad1c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2540000/2537500/2537497/807505fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steinschalerhof Rabenstein an der Pielach 7.8/10 Good (18) "Heirat von Freunden" ![Austria](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/at.svg) Wilhelm [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rabenstein-An-Der-Pielach-Hotels-Steinschalerhof.h2537497.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42740000/42732000/42731919/5b8fb711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio Suite (Top 32) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42740000/42732000/42731919/c95854e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Studio, Balcony, Courtyard View (Top 24) | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42740000/42732000/42731919/3fbcbc3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exclusive Apartment, Balcony, City View (Top 22) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42740000/42732000/42731919/e46fec76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GOLDEN STAR - Premium Apartments Melk 9.4/10 Exceptional (16) "The building and the room are simply lovely. Beds were comfortable. The water was hot and pressure good." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) michelle £140 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melk-Hotels-Golden-Star-Apartments.h42731919.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110342500/110342495/27476546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110342500/110342495/0d3c554b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110342500/110342495/62aa0a65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Double Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110342500/110342495/140639ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barock-Landhof Burkhardt Spitz [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spitz-Hotels-Barock-Landhof-Burkhardt.h110342495.Hotel-Information) ![Family Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110180000/110176800/110176736/423a1846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110180000/110176800/110176736/73c2b959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110180000/110176800/110176736/c06c5a0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110180000/110176800/110176736/372a2a50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### COY Apartments Wachau - Relaxation In Style Mautern an der Donau 10/10 Exceptional (2) £125 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mautern-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-COY-Homes-Wachau-Entspannung-Mit-Stil.h110176736.Hotel-Information) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108150000/108147600/108147522/8563212a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108150000/108147600/108147522/69b706c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108150000/108147600/108147522/a4b454de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108150000/108147600/108147522/fa2142cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Petite Ivy, Trenninghof 1302 - Managed by SKY9 Apartments Muehldorf [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Muehldorf-Hotels-La-Petite-Ivy-Managed-By-SKY9.h108147522.Hotel-Information) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3127200/3127190/30de3ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3127200/3127190/813474c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3127200/3127190/46b301b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3130000/3127200/3127190/d7b4a763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel-Restaurant Zum Schwarzen Bären Emmersdorf an der Donau 9.0/10 Wonderful (65) "Ein sehr schönes, gepflegtes traditionelles Hotel, das seit Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts in Familienbesitz ist. Die Chefin ist die gute Seele des Hauses, die sich um alles kümmert - in unserem Fall um das Einfrieren unserer Kühlakkus für Medikamente. Sehr herzlich und freundlich war der Kontakt zu allen Mitarbeitern, denen wir begegnet sind. Das Restaurant ist absolute Spitzenklasse. Preis-Leistung stimmt, tolle Weinkarte, tolle Desserts, tolle Hauptgerichte. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Sankt-Polten-Hotels-Hotel-Metropol.h34595836.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Melk ## Frequently asked questions ### What are the best 4-star hotels in Melk? > Look forward to 4-star hotel comfort at [Hotel-Restaurant Zum Schwarzen Bären](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emmersdorf-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Hotel-Restaurant-Zum-Schwarzen-Baren.h3127190.Hotel-Information). Highly recommended by many Expedia guests, it offers a swimming pool and treatment rooms. Also take a look at [Landhotel Wachau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emmersdorf-An-Der-Donau-Hotels-Landhotel-Wachau.h903346.Hotel-Information). A terrace and nearby Segway tours help make this stay another popular choice in Melk. ### How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Melk? > To lock in a 4-star hotel in Melk that matches your budget, take advantage of Expedia's handy filters. Browse the available options during your getaway dates and use our pricing filter to set your maximum rate. 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