Experience 300 years of family hospitality & coziness in Murau in Styria. The Murau Gasthof Hotel Lercher welcomes you in the middle of the historic old town, not far from the ski resorts Kreischberg and Lachtal. Lercher's Restaurant stands for traditional Murau hospitality.

In the summer months you can sit comfortably in the guest garden in front of the house and in the covered larch terrace behind the house and enjoy the regional cuisine. Escape from everyday life and consciously enjoy the beauty of the Murau - Kreischberg region.

Things to know about your SehnsuchtZeit in Murau

A like arrival & departure, old town, dinner, allergies, elevator, excursions, doctor and pharmacy

Arrival and check-in is possible from 15.00. We kindly ask you to leave the room by 11.00 a.m. on departure. Please let us know if you wish a late check out. The hotel Gasthof Lercher is located in the middle of the historical center of Murau in Styria. The small historic trading town of Murau, is nestled in the picturesque countryside.

We will gladly reserve a nice table for dinner. In winter we offer our hotel guests a 4-course evening menu with salad as part of Lercher's Genusspension. The evening menu is served in 2 sittings at 6:00 pm or 7:30 pm. Please let us know your preferred time.

All rooms are accessible by elevator from the reception. With the various excursion destinations and recreational opportunities in and around the Murau - Kreischberg region, you will never be bored. Why not take a motorcycle tour, visit the brewery of the senses or enjoy the diversity of the landscape. Due to the central location of the hotel, the pharmacy and doctors are in the immediate vicinity.

B for bar, booking information, bathroom, train station, ATM and accessibility.

5 different Murau beers are served at the cozy hotel bar. Be excited about 525 years of brewing culture in Murau and take a look behind the scenes at the Brewery of the Senses. Booking information with all information about deposit, travel insurance, payment options and cancellation conditions we have gladly summarized for you. The bathrooms are all equipped with shower or bathtub, some with separate toilets. We will be happy to pick you up from Murau train station free of charge if you make an appointment in advance. An ATM is located on the main square in Murau, only 5 minutes walk away.

E like e-bike and meal times

Hotel guests can charge their e-bikes free of charge in our lockable bike garage. If you are passing through with your bike, you can of course also charge it at any time free of charge. Would you like to try out the new trend? Then you are at the right address at rentalIntersportRent. Find your favorite bike and go on the wild ride.

Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00.

F like celebrations, TV, airport, family and fishing

Whether baptism, first communion, confirmation, wedding, birthday, anniversary, Christmas party or just because: We welcome you and look forward to planning your celebration together with you. All rooms are equipped with flat screen TV. The nearest airports are the airport in Vienna (distance 250 km), airport in Graz (distance 135km), the airport Salzburg (distance 170km) and the airport Klagenfurt (distance 80km). Look forward to your family vacation in Murau. Experience the diversity of the region from the alpine Niedere Tauern to the gentle giants of the Nockberge and crystal clear mountain lakes in summer or with alpine skiing, fun tobogganing or horse-drawn sleigh rides in winter. But also traditional festivals are held high in the circle of the family. Have you already fished on the river Mur? Then be curious about your fly fishing skills in the 2 districts on the Mur around the town of Murau.

H like half board and pets

Lercher's Genusspension will be in winter in 2 sessions at 18:00 and at 19:30. Please let us know your preferred time.

You are welcome to bring your small and large pets. We charge € 15,00 per day, without food in our budget rooms 3* and selected Murau garden rooms.

I like Internet and inclusive services

Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the hotel, you can get the password at the reception. The inclusive services will make your vacation an unforgettable experience.

K for kitchen, air conditioning and children

We cook Styrian cuisine with Austrian diversity and a portion of vision. Due to the location of the hotel in the middle of the old town of Murau and yet in the countryside, air conditioning is not yet necessary with us.

Children are very welcome at the hotel. Whether winter or summer, the Murau region offers a varied and adventurous family vacation. Your children are already looking forward to spending time together with their parents.

Kids ski fun in the Murau region

Kids ski fun in the Murau region

- 3 nights
- Ski shuttle
- Free ski pass for children up to 14 years
- Valid from 6.12. - 19.12.2024 & 17.3. - 6.4.2025

from € 326,50

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L like location, cross country skiing and apprentices

The hotel in Styria with attached garden is located in the middle of the old town of Murau - at the foot of the Schlossberg with the castle Murau of the Schwarzenberg family. Discover the numerous cross-country ski trails around the picturesque town of Murau. While exercising in the fresh air, you will strengthen your body holistically. Our goal is to give young employees a great start in their careers with a good education. For this reason, we are constantly training apprentices in all areas.

M like lunch and minibar

You are welcome to have lunch at Lercher's Restaurant starting at 12:00 noon.

The Hotel 4* and Murauer 4* rooms are equipped with small refrigerators. On request, we will be happy to bring drinks to your room from 10:00 to 21:00. But they taste best at our wooden counter in the Restaurant.

P like parking lot

A free parking lot is located directly in front of the hotel.

R for cycling, region, restaurant, reception and tour groups.

The Murau - Kreischberg region is perfectly suited for your next cycling vacation. With its numerous low-traffic side roads and the beautiful landscape along the Mur, it is ideal for a leisurely bike tour. Or discover one of our challenging mountain bike routes.

The region has much to offer. Actively you set out on your paths. You breathe in the fresh mountain air on a hike or ski tour in the Niedere Tauern and Nockberge mountains. The cable cars even take you up the mountains in summer. You cycle along the river Mur or enjoy the glittering winter world. Leisurely climb a few meters in altitude on an e-bike or snowshoes. Jet over the passes on your motorcycle or downhill on your skis. The perfectly groomed slopes up to about 2,200m above sea level provide real winter fun. Your daring jumps in the snow park on the Kreischberg or in the Lachtal will make your heart beat faster. Arm yourself for your (W)hole in one or hit the stave at curling. Cast your fishing rod or let your soul dangle while cross-country skiing. Your vacation region Murau is waiting for you.

The cuisine plays with Styrian culinary and Austrian diversity combined with a little bit of vision. In addition, you can enjoy a wonderful glass of Austrian or international wine or beer from the 525 year old Murau brewery. The reception is open daily from 08.00 to 21.00. In the center of Austria, we are especially pleased to accommodate group guests with personal attention and warm hospitality. Be curious about historical and cultural gems.

S for summer, sauna, safe and seminars

Escape from everyday life in the summer and consciously enjoy the beauty. The region Murau - Kreischberg captivates with its interplay of characteristic and picturesque villages, a unique landscape with crystal clear mountain lakes, alpine terrain, gentle giants, green forests and a distinctive culture. Recharge your batteries and experience the uniqueness with all your senses.

The intimate wellness area invites you to unwind: with Finnish sauna, steam sauna, light therapy, relaxation room and relaxing massages. Open daily from 16.00 by appointment! There are no safes in the rooms. If you want to keep a valuable item safe, we can gladly store it in the hotel safe at the reception.

The attic in the Murau Gasthof Hotel Lercher houses a small seminar center. We are looking forward to your non-binding request! The Niedere Tauern and Nockberge mountains offer versatile opportunities for touring skiers to get active in winter. Discover winter sports of a different kind. Trudge through the snow with huge plates on your feet and admire the glitter of the winter landscape. Then you are exactly in the right place.

Sch like skiing, ski rental, ski school, ski tours and snowshoe hiking

Safe alpine skiing (skiing, snowboarding or freestyle) will make your heart beat faster on the individual ski mountains Kreischberg and Lachtal with perfectly prepared slopes. Experience a skiing vacation in the Murau region. Ski rental is possible at Intersport Pintar at the valley station or at Sport "Suli" in the village of St. Lorenzen or at the snowboard school SULI, mountain station gondola. You already have the possibility to choose your equipment online before arrival. Small and large slope fliers have the opportunity to expand their talents at our ski schools.

T for cab

Have you heard of the Murau night cab? It takes you reliably, safely and comfortably from A to B on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays.

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V like vegetarian and vegan

Please inform us in advance which foods you do not like or tolerate? We will be happy to prepare your individual meal.

W for winter, hiking, wellness area, wake-up call and Restaurant

When the snowflakes dance from the sky, Hotel Lercher invites you to take time for your winter vacation in the Murau - Kreischberg region. In the midst of the Nockberge and Niedere Tauern mountains you are spoilt for choice. You can try many different winter sports in the glittering winter world around Murau.

In the Murau mountains you will find alpine challenges in the Niedere Tauern and your hiking happiness with beautiful distant views on the gentle hills of the Nockberge. Over the dreamlike blossoming alpine meadows, past the alpine bush, the red larch cones and the many ripe snack berries such as blackberries, raspberries or cranberries you will comfortably reach your destination. Embark on a voyage of discovery in Austria's most densely wooded district!

Our intimate wellness area invites you to unwind with Finnish sauna, steam sauna, light therapy, large relaxation room and relaxing massages. Open daily from 16.00 by appointment!

We will be happy to wake you up in the morning. Please let us know the exact time at the reception the night before. Enjoy a delicious glass of Austrian or international wine. On request, we will be happy to take you to our wine cellar. Together we will taste a few selected drops.

Lunch is served in Lercher's Restaurant from 12:00 to 14:30. Dinner from 16:00 to 21:00.

Z like room categories

The hotel has grown steadily. For transient travelers with a small budget for accommodation but a desire for delicious food, the budget rooms 3* offer! For holidaymakers looking for relaxation we recommend the Murau rooms 4* and the hotel rooms 4*. All room categories are located in one house, but differ in equipment and comfort.