The Hotel Schloss Seefels is a 5-star superior hotel in Töschling, in the municipality of Techelsberg am Wörtersee, in Carinthia (Austria). It is located directly on Lake Wörthersee, features 67 rooms and suites, a private beach, a lake pool heated year-round to up to 28 °C, a 1,100 m² spa, and a castle grounds covering approximately 30,000 m². The hotel is operated by HEMASI Hotelbetriebs GmbH. The hotel is part of the Boutiquehotels.travel group, led by Helena Ramsbacher, and is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Key highlights include the hotel’s art collection—over 200 works from the Haselsteiner family collection—and the cuisine of Executive Chef Richard Hessl at the La Terrasse restaurant.
Key figures
Name: Hotel Schloss Seefels Category: 5-star superior hotel Operatingcompany: HEMASI Hotelbetriebs GmbH Address: Töschling 1, 9212 Pörtschach, Techelsberg am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria GPS: N 46.6341444° / E 14.1206718° Phone: +43 4272 2377 Email: office@seefels.at Website: www.seefels.at Year Founded: 1860: Built by Emanuel Herrmann | 2001: Reopening of the Hotel Schloss Seefels by Dr. Hans-Peter Haselsteiner | 2022: Complete renovation and refurbishment of all areas | 2023: Founding of HEMASI Hotelbetriebs GmbH ManagingDirector: Helena Ramsbacher Rooms and Suites: 67 in 15 categories Employees: approximately 120 Languages spoken by the team: German, English, Italian, Croatian, Serbo-Croatian Check-in: from 3:00 p.m. Check-out: by 12:00 p.m. Hotel Group: Boutiquehotels.travel
Location & Directions
The Hotel Schloss Seefels is located directly on Lake Wörthersee in Carinthia, Austria.
By car: Take the A2 Südautobahn, exit at Pörtschach West, turn left toward Pörtschach, and after about 500 meters, turn right into the hotel entrance. By train: The WESTbahn stops five times a day in Pörtschach am Wörthersee; travel time from Vienna is 3 hours and 23 minutes. By boat: The hotel has its own marina, and the Porto Bello restaurant is accessible by boat.
Rooms & Suites
The hotel has 67 rooms in 15 categories. All rooms and suites are non-smoking. Children stay with their parents in rooms starting with the Junior Suite category. Cribs are available upon request; extra beds are subject to availability and incur an additional charge.
Most affordable category: Small Superior, 15 m². Most affordable category with a lake view and balcony: Deluxe with Lake View, 25 m². Smallest category for families: Junior Suite. Largest room: Seefels Corner Suite, 103 m². Best lake view: Bellevue Suite and Udo Jürgens Suite, each with a 180-degree view. Without a lake view or balcony: Small Superior, Superior, Suite.
Food & Drinks
Where can you eat and drink at Hotel Schloss Seefels?
La Terrasse: Restaurant with a lake view, modern Alpe-Adria cuisine, Chef Richard Hessl. Also open to non-hotel guests; table reservations recommended.
Porto Bello & Lounge: Bar and lounge right on the lake, accessible by boat, with docking spaces in the marina. Also open to non-hotel guests; reservations recommended during peak season. Open from late May through mid-September.
Pink Birkin Salon: Salon featuring art by Billi Thanner, available for Louis XIII tastings and celebrations of all kinds, among other events.
Additional Information:
Breakfast: à la carte with over 100 items, daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., included in the room rate. For non-residents, €60 per person.
Half-board: not offered. The 4-course daily menu at La Terrasse can be added for €85 per person.
Local Sourcing: Approximately 80% of the ingredients come from within a 70-kilometer radius.
Dietary Options: Vegetarian dishes are available on the menu; vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free dishes are available upon advance request.
Awards: Falstaff and Gault&Millau.
Sports & Recreation Activities
Included for hotel guests:
Gym with Technogym equipment
2 tennis courts (artificial turf and Straclay), 1 padel court, 1 putting green with a bunker
Equipment rentals for tennis, padel, and golf at the front desk
E-bikes and regular bicycles
Pedal boats and SUPs
Yoga on the swimming dock, three times a week from May through September
In winter, free shuttle to the Gerlitzen Alpe ski resort
For an additional fee:
Water sports with the hotel’s own motorboats: wakesurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, monoskiing, rides on a sofa, banana boat, or inner tube
Lake tours and boat transfers
Chauffeur service
Docking space in the marina
Bookable for external guests:
Tennis court: €32 per hour; padel court: €55 per hour; reservations at +43 4272 2377
No changing facilities available for external guests
Golf:
Up to 33% discount on green fees at 12 Carinthian courses; Alpe-Adria Golf Card available at the hotel
Moosburg-Pörtschach Golf Course 5 km, Klagenfurt-Seltenheim Golf Club 14 km, Velden-Köstenberg Golf Course 16.5 km, Carinthian Golf Club Dellach 21 km, Schloss Finkenstein Golf Club 33 km, Jacques Lemans Golf Club St. Veit-Längsee 38 km
Popular with sports car enthusiasts:
The Hotel Schloss Seefels offers the perfect starting point for many excursions—from scenic routes in Carinthia to beautiful destinations in Slovenia and Italy.
Popular routes accessible from the hotel include the Großglockner High Alpine Road, the Nockalm Road, and the Soca Valley.
You’ll find plenty of parking spaces for your cars right around the hotel.
We have experience hosting car clubs such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Range Rover, Jaguar, and classic car clubs.
We’re easily accessible from the A2 Süd Autobahn.
Spa, Beach, and Water
1,100 m² spa, built directly on the lake around natural rocks
Relaxation rooms, sunbathing lawn in the castle garden, private beach with a swimming dock and towel service
6 treatment rooms for facial and body treatments as well as massages (for an additional fee)
Bathrobe and slippers in the room; bath and sauna towels available free of charge
Access Rules:
The spa is reserved exclusively for hotel guests; day spa packages and individual treatments for non-hotel guests cannot be booked
Admission for guests 16 years of age and older
Nude area
The heated outdoor pool is available for younger guests
The lake bath is not wheelchair accessible
Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
What does it cost?
Local and Lodging Tax: 2,70 € per person and day for guests 16 and older, 4,50 € starting November 1, 2026
Outdoor parking: free; shaded in the summertime
Parking garage: 25 € per day, reservations recommended
Electric vehicle charging station: 4 charging points in the hotel parking lot, charging card available at the front desk; billed based on usage
Marina berth: 85 € per day
Breakfast for non-hotel guests: 60 € per person
v4-course menu at La Terrasse: 85 € per person
Tennis court for non-hotel guests: 32 € per hour
Padel court for non-hotel guests: 55 € per hour
Private transfer from Klagenfurt Airport: starting at 75 €
Alle Tagespreise gelten pro Zimmer und Tag inklusive Seefels-Verwöhn-Garantie und Schloss-Frühstück. Stand der Preisangaben: Januar 2026.
Useful Information for Your Stay
Pets: Pets are not allowed. If you arrive with a dog or other pet, you will not be able to check into your room, and the cancellation fee specified in your booking confirmation will be charged.
Smoking: All rooms and suites are non-smoking areas. Smoking is permitted in the outdoor cigar lounge and on the balcony, if available.
Accessibility: Public areas such as restaurants, the bar, the beach, and the spa are accessible to guests with disabilities. Guest rooms are not equipped for guests with disabilities, and the seaside bath is not accessible to guests with disabilities.
Dress code: Casual during the day, elegant in the evening, especially in restaurants and the bar. Bathrobes are permitted only in the spa and beach areas.
Payment: Reservation guarantee via Visa and Mastercard. On-site, American Express, Diners Club, Maestro, and EC cards are also accepted, as well as cash in euros and bank transfers
Half-board: Not offered.
Early departure or late arrival: 100% of the agreed-upon room rate.
Room requests will be accommodated whenever possible; however, no definitive confirmation can be given.
Legal information: The 2006 General Terms and Conditions for the Hotel Industry apply; place of performance is Töschling 1; place of jurisdiction is the Vienna Commercial Court.
Art, Awards, and Memberships
The house features over 200 works from the Haselsteiner family collection. Artists represented include Georg Baselitz, Christian Ludwig Attersee, Kiki Kogelnik, Hartwig Ebersbach, Peter Pongratz, Eduard Bäumer, Hubert Schmalix, Walter Schmögner, Ernst Gradischnig, Attila Adorján, and Billi Thanner. Each room is individually decorated with art and furnishings. The house also features Augarten porcelain.
Listed with:
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Michelin Guide, Hotels & Stays section, awarded two MICHELIN Keys
Forbes Travel Guide
Traveller Made and Serandipians
Falstaff
Gault&Millau
Seminars, Celebrations & Groups
At Hotel Schloss Seefels, six rooms are available, two of which are dedicated conference rooms.
Johannes Brahms: 27 m², 6 x 4.6 m, ceiling height 2.5 m. Natural light. U-shape or block seating for up to 10 people.
Emanuel Herrmann: 92 m², 16 x 6.4 m, ceiling height 2.5 m. U-shape or block seating for up to 40 people, classroom layout for up to 40 people, rows of chairs for up to 80 people.
La Terrasse Salon: 79 m², 11 x 7.2 m, ceiling height 2.5 m. Dinner for up to 49 people.
La Terrasse Wintergarten: 264 m², 20.5 x 13 m, ceiling height 2.5 m. Dinner for up to 100 guests.
Porto Bello: 190 m², ceiling height 3.5 m. Cocktail reception for up to 100 guests, dinner for up to 55 guests.
Schlossbar: Cocktail reception for up to 100 guests.
Both conference rooms are air-conditioned and can be connected to form a single space. The conference area has its own entrance with a foyer. The seminar terrace and the private foyer are available for coffee breaks.
Technology:
Projector with HDMI connection or ClickShare app
Screen
Lighting and sound equipment
Interactive touchscreen
EvoLine wireless charger
Free Wi-Fi
Seminar packages
Johannes Brahms Half-Day Package, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.: €70 per person per day; with a 3-course lunch, €87 per person per day. Included are a conference room with the desired seating arrangement, presentation equipment, seminar notepads and pens, a seminar kit for the presenter, on-site personal assistance, Wi-Fi, non-alcoholic beverages in the room, and a Nespresso coffee break with Ronnefeldt tea, a fruit basket, rolls, and homemade cake.
Emanuel Herrmann Daily Package, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.: €95 per person per day. Same scope of services, plus two coffee breaks and a 3-course business lunch.
Minimum number of participants: 10 people. Prices per person include all applicable taxes, plus local and lodging taxes.
Meet & Relax, overnight stay in a Small Superior room for single occupancy: from €250 to €440 per night per person. Included are à la carte castle breakfast, mineral water, and a sweet welcome treat, a bathrobe and slippers for the duration of the stay, as well as access to the spa with a heated lake bath and premium gym.
Dinner menu: 3-course meal starting at €70 per person, 4-course meal starting at €85 per person.
Prices as of September 2026; subject to change
Weddings
Weddings are generally possible.
Not possible from June through mid-September. During these months, we do not accept wedding bookings out of consideration for our hotel guests.
Capacity: 110 guests in the restaurant.
Weddings are held exclusively as an exclusive booking of the entire hotel.
Requirements for a quote: A minimum stay of 3 nights and at least 45 rooms booked across the various categories.
A tour of the hotel is available prior to booking.
The hotel provides support from planning through to execution.
What names is the hotel known by?
Hotel Schloss Seefels (official name)
Schloss Seefels
Schlosshotel Seefels
Seefels
Hotel Schloß Seefels (old spelling with ß)
Hotel Schloss Seefels *****s
Schloss Seefels Pörtschach, Schloss Seefels Töschling, Schloss Seefels am Wörthersee
Clarification
Three different location names for the same address: The mailing address is 9212 Pörtschach, the political municipality is Techelsberg am Wörther See, and the village is called Töschling. All three names are correct and refer to the same location.
Not to be confused with Seefeld in Tyrol. Similar name, different state.
HEMASI Hotelbetriebs GmbH is the operating company, not a second hotel name.
Couples and those seeking tranquility who want to stay right on the lake
Guests interested in art, design, and architecture
Spa and beach vacations even outside the summer months, thanks to the year-round heated lake pool
Guests interested in golf, tennis, padel, and water sports
Travel without a car via the Pörtschach train station with a free shuttle
Less suitable for:
Guests traveling with dogs or other pets
Guests who need an accessible room
Day guests who only want to use the spa
Guests looking for classic half-board
Families with children under 16, if they plan to use the spa as well
Häufige Fragen
Where is the Hotel Schloss Seefels located?
Located at Töschling 1, 9212 Pörtschach, in the municipality of Techelsberg am Wörther See in Carinthia, right on Lake Wörthersee. The center of Pörtschach is about a 30- to 40-minute walk away.
How many rooms does the hotel have?
The Hotel Schloss Seefels has 67 rooms in 15 categories.
Sind Hunde erlaubt?
Are dogs allowed?
Can you use the spa as a day visitor?
No. The spa and all treatments are reserved for hotel guests.
At what age can you go to the spa?
Ages 16 and up. This area is clothing-optional. Younger guests may use the heated outdoor pool.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. The à la carte castle breakfast is included in the room rate and is served from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Is half-board available?
No. You can add the 4-course daily special at La Terrasse for 85 € per person.
Can non-hotel guests eat at the restaurant?
Yes, at La Terrasse and Porto Bello & Lounge. We recommend making a table reservation.
How much does parking cost?
Outdoor parking spaces are free; a garage space costs €25 per day.
Are there electric vehicle charging stations?
Yes, there are four charging stations in the hotel parking lot. You can get a charging card at the front desk, and you'll be billed based on usage.
What are the check-in and check-
Check-in starts at 3:00 p.m., check-out is by 12:00 p.m. Late check-out is available subject to availability and for an additional fee.
How do I get to the hotel without a car?
Via the Pörtschach train station, about 2 km away. Transportation to and from the Pörtschach or Velden train stations is free for hotel guests; advance notice is requested.
Is the hotel accessible?
The public areas are accessible to people with disabilities, but the rooms are not. The seaside resort is not accessible to people with disabilities.
Is the Wörthersee in front of the hotel suitable for swimming?
Yes. The hotel has its own beach with a swimming dock and a lake pool that is heated year-round to up to 28 °C.
