Hotel Overview
Hotel Schwarzer Adler is one of the oldest hotels in Austria — a 500-year-old inn in the heart of Innsbruck's old town, steps from the famous Golden Roof. The hotel combines genuine historic character with modern comfort, and the location is unrivalled for exploring the city.
🌿Top Amenities
The hotel is located in the centre of Innsbruck's old town, a 15-minute drive from Innsbruck airport. The hotel is easily accessible by car, train, or tram.
Nearby Hiking Trails
Nordkette Trail
A cable car from the city centre leads to the Nordkette mountain range, with excellent hiking trails and views of Innsbruck.
Patscherkofel Trail
A classic Innsbruck hike up the Patscherkofel mountain, with panoramic views of the Inn Valley.
Innsbruck Old Town Walk
A self-guided walk through Innsbruck's beautifully preserved old town, taking in the Golden Roof, the Hofburg, and the Triumphpforte.
Nearby Attractions
Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl)
Innsbruck's most famous landmark — a late Gothic oriel window covered in gilded copper tiles.
Hofburg Palace
The former imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty, now a museum with remarkable state rooms.
Nordkette Cable Car
A cable car from the city centre to the Nordkette mountain range — extraordinary views of Innsbruck and the Inn Valley.
Wellness & Experiences
The hotel has a small but well-equipped spa with a sauna and treatment room. For a more comprehensive wellness experience, the nearby Alpenbad Innsbruck is recommended.
Dining Recommendations
The hotel restaurant serves a creative menu rooted in Tyrolean cuisine, with a focus on local ingredients and Austrian wines.
Mini Escape Planner
A perfect one-day itinerary based at this hotel.
8:30 AM
Breakfast at the hotel, then walk to the Golden Roof and the old town.
10:30 AM
Cable car to the Nordkette for a morning hike.
1:00 PM
Lunch at a traditional Tyrolean restaurant in the old town.
3:00 PM
Visit the Hofburg Palace and the Tyrolean State Museum.
7:30 PM
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.