The 20 best Luxury Hotels in Vienna - Sara Lind's Guide 2024 (2024)

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Historic. The traditional Hotel Sacher is located in the heart of Vienna, opposite the State Opera and right next to the Kärntner Straße. The Karlsplatz transport hib offering connection to all parts of Vienna is just a 2-minute walk away. The Rote Bar and Grüne Bar restaurants serve international and traditional Viennese cuisine. The Blaue Bar is a popular meeting place. Classic Viennese coffee and the original Sacher-Torte are available at Café Sacher. Coffee and tea facilities are provided in every room. All non-alcoholic beverages from the minibar are free of charge. Opened in 1876, Hotel Sacher Wien is furnished with valuable antiques, elegant furniture, and a famous collection of paintings. The rooms are individually furnished with precious materials. The Sacher Spa offers a wide range of massages and beauty and wellness treatments. Kärntner Straße is the most important shopping street and pedestrian zone in the centre of Vienna. The Ringstraße, the Albertina Museum, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace with its Congress and Event Centre are only a 5- to 10 minutes walk away from Hotel Sacher Wien.

An exquisite and stylish boutique hotel steeped in history and tradition. All rooms are amazing. Brilliant location in the center of Vienna, easy walking distance to the main spots and attractions.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 152

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Highly elegant. Lovely property. The luxurious, renowned 5-star Hotel Imperial is set directly on the Ringstraße boulevard in the heart of Vienna and takes you back to the times of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It features exclusive hotel rooms, a gourmet restaurant and a 24-hour rooftop fitness centre with a sauna. Decorated with precious antiques, silk walls and historical details, the rooms and suites of Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna offer modern comforts such as air conditioning, a sound system and an extra-large TV. It was inaugurated in 1873 by Emperor Francis Joseph as the Palais Württemberg. Bathrobes and slippers are available in the spacious marble bathrooms. For guests of the suites, a personal butler service is available. Guests can dine in the award-winning Restaurant Opus or enjoy a classic Viennese coffee and pastries, including the famous Imperialtorte (cake), at Café Imperial. At the Imperial Bar, a wide range of co*cktails and other drinks, as well as live piano music, are offered. The on-site business centre comprises modern meeting rooms and elegant conference salons equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The historic and carefully restored Festsaal and Marmorsaal are an ideal location for events. The Musikverein (concert hall), site of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra’s New Year’s Concert, is right behind Hotel Imperial. Karlsplatz Underground Station, the State Opera, and the Kärntner Straße shopping street can be reached in a 5-minute walk.

Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Vienna.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 160

Stars: 5

Boutique hotel. Unique. Opened May 2022. Set in Vienna, a few steps from St. Peter's Catholic Church, Rosewood Vienna offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 200 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from St. Stephen's Cathedral. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some boast city views. At the hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a spa centre. Popular points of interest near Rosewood Vienna include Vienna Volksgarten, House of Music and Hofburg. The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.

This highly elegant and luxurious 5-star hotel is located in the heart of a vibrant city. The rooms are cozy and stylishly decorated, and there is a great breakfast available. The hotel has a beautiful rooftop terrace with stunning views of the city.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 100

Stars: 5

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Boutique hotel. Historic property. Relaxing atmosphere. Palais Coburg Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel in a historic building in the centre of Vienna. It offers air-conditioned suites, a gourmet restaurant, and free WiFi and wired internet access. An exclusive spa area over the roofs of Vienna, featuring a sauna, a steam bath, a hot tub, an indoor pool and a sun terrace, is available at Palais Coburg Hotel. There is also a modern fitness centre. A bottle of champagne, a fruit/chocolate treatment and a flower bouquet are provided to all guests. The price also includes free minibar consumption. Austrian and international gourmet cuisine, as well as a wide selection of fine wines are served in Silvio Nickol Gourmet Restaurant and in the Restaurant Clementine im Glashaus. On New Years Eve, guests can enjoy a gala dinner. Please note that there is a dress code (black tie). Palais Coburg Hotel is only a short walk away from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Stadtpark, and several underground stations.

Palais Coburg Hotel Residenz brings you back to another era. Truly luxurious and royal design, the perfect blend of posh decor and modern amenities. A gorgeous terrace is the perfect place for a cup of coffee. There is also a huge indoor pool.

Hotel rating: 9.4 (amazing)

Rooms: 34

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Great views. Rooftop restaurant. Designed by the famous architect Jean Nouvel, this stylish hotel offers panoramic views over Vienna, a gourmet restaurant, a gym, and a 750 m² spa area where guests can relax free of charge. SO Vienna is located in the centre of the city, only a short walk from all major attractions. The air-conditioned rooms at SO Vienna have a bathroom with a bathtub and a rain shower. The minibar including mineral water and fruit juices is free of charge in all rooms. Free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. Combining traditional Viennese architecture with modern design, the SO Vienna features an elegant glass façade, a spacious lobby with video ceilings and a vertical garden. The entirely glass-walled Restaurant and Bar Das LOFT on the 18th floor provides direct views of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The Schwedenplatz Underground Station (lines U1 and U4) is just across the Schwedenbrücke (bridge) on the other side of the Danube Canal. St. Stephen's Cathedral, in the very heart of the city, is only a 10-minute walk away.

Incredible design of both the hotel and the rooms with breathtaking views. The rooftop restaurant is fantastic! This luxury hotel has outstanding views.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 182

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Historic. The Park Hyatt Vienna is located in the city centre's Golden Quarter, in a former bank building dating back to the early 1900s and combines luxury with Viennese elegance. It offers a luxurious wellness area with an indoor swimming pool, a 24-hour reception, and an à la carte restaurant. Several luxury shops as well as many bars and cafés are also just steps away. Free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. Ranging from 35 to 170 m² in size, the air-conditioned rooms and suites at the Park Hyatt are elegantly furnished, combining modern appliances with typical Viennese décor. Each unit features a flat-screen TV, a fully-stocked minibar and a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can choose from various dining options, including brasserie classics and modern drinks at the historical The Bank Brasserie & Bar, a selection of whiskys at the Living Room Lounge, traditional Viennese coffee specialities at the Café am Hof and afternoon tea at the Lounge. At the in-house wellness area Arany Spa guests can indulge in a vast selection of relaxing beauty and body treatments or exercise at the state-of-the-art fitness centre and at the 15-metre-long indoor swimming pool. Park Hyatt Vienna offers 800 square metres of modern meeting space in beautifully-restored historical room. All venues are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Some of Vienna's most famous sights, including Saint Stephen's Square and Cathedral, and the Kärntner Straße shopping street, can be easily reached within a 5-minute walk from the Park Hyatt. The Hofburg Congress and Event Centre is a 10-minute walk away.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 144

Stars: 5

Cosy rooms. Great location. Popular among women. The Guesthouse Vienna is situated in the heart of Vienna, just a 5-minute walk from Saint Stephen's Cathedral and next to the Albertina Museum. It offers an individual atmosphere and amenities like free WiFi and a bakery on site. This design hotel features modern, air-conditioned rooms with high-class furniture, a Bang & Olufsen TV and audio system, a living area, and a bathroom with a shower. The rooms on the upper floors have views of the State Opera and the city centre. A concierge service is available. Four bottles of Austrian wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks, tea and coffee are provided in each room free of charge. The brasserie and bakery on the ground floor of the house serves light, healthy dishes and freshly baked bread and sweets. An à la carte breakfast is available all day and the property offers various breakfast options including cheaper breakfast. The Guesthouse Vienna enjoys a central location, only a 3-minute walk from the State Opera and the Karlsplatz Underground Station, and a 5-minute walk from the Burggarten Park and the Heldenplatz Square. The Hofburg Congress and Event Centre is a 10-minute walk away.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 39

Stars: 5

Beautiful. Cool. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Situated right on Vienna's main shopping street Mariahilfer Straße, Hotel MOTTO occupies an impressive historic building next to the Neubaugasse stop of the U3 metro line. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The elegantly furnished rooms are air-conditioned and feature soundproof windows, a minibar, and satellite TV. The Museumsquartier, Ringstraße Boulevard, the historic Spittelberg quarter and the lively Naschmarkt area are all only a 10-minute walk away. Right next to the hotel there is a typical Viennese café. We offer in the professional restaurant Chez Bernard a la carte breakfast.

This boutique hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a cool rooftop restaurant.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 91

Stars: 4

Charming. Romantic. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Located in a renovated historic building in the popular Spittelberg quarter, this elegant 4-star boutique hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the Museum Quarter. It offers free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms. All rooms at the Altstadt Vienna are individually decorated and equipped with classic or modern furniture. They feature cable TV, parquet floors, and a minibar. A varied breakfast buffet is served in the Red Salon. In the afternoon, tea and homemade cake are provided free of charge in front of the open fireplace. In the evening, guests can relax at the bar. Guests of the Altstadt Vienna can enjoy the owner’s collection of contemporary art. From March to October, a rooftop terrace with a self-service coffee machine and fridge are available. The Volkstheater Underground Station and the Ringstrasse boulevard can be reached in a 5 to 10-minute walk.

Charming rooms with FANTASTIC bathroom amenities. Great neighbourhood, walking distance to many attractions, close to public transport. There is a lovely terrace to sit and relax with a drink.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 42

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Only a 3-minute walk from the Vienna State Opera and the famous Kärntner Straße Shopping Street, the luxurious Grand Hotel Wien offers 5 restaurants, 2 bars, a spa area, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Vienna. Valet parking and free WiFi are available as well. The luxuriously-furnished rooms and suites in the Grand Hotel's impressive historic building are equipped with elegant furniture, large modern flat-screen TVs with a selection of international channels and coffee making facilities. Bathrobes and slippers can be found in the marble bathroom with 2 washbasins. The 200 m² large Grand Spa N°605 invites you to enjoy the extended wellness facilities. These include free sauna and a steam bath, a separate ladies-only area, a relaxation zone and a cardio area with the latest equipment. The comprehensive range of beauty and massage treatments are offered at an additional cost. Guests can enjoy haute cuisine in the traditional Japanese restaurant “Unkai” and in the Michelin-starred “Le Ciel by Toni Mörwald”, while fruity co*cktails are offered in the Kavalier Bar. Typical Viennese specialities are served at the award-winning Grand Brasserie. Also on site is the Rosengarten Lobby Café with a patio to dine outside, the Unaki Bar & Sushi. Guests can make free use of the business centre, take advantage of the free shoe-shine service and they will find a bottle of mineral water in their room on arrival. For meetings and events, 12 multi-functional meeting rooms are offered, as well as the “Quadrille”, one of Vienna´s biggest ballrooms.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 314

Stars: 5

Beautiful. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Opened March 2022. Situated in Vienna and with St. Peter's Catholic Church reachable within 100 metres, The Leo Grand features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The property is 300 metres from the city centre and 100 metres from St. Stephen's Cathedral. At the hotel rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Leo Grand the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Speaking Bulgarian, German, Greek and English, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Vienna Volksgarten, House of Music and Hofburg. The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, 18 km from The Leo Grand.

This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a great location in Vienna. And it is the most popular luxury hotel in Vienna, among couples.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 80

Stars: 5

Charming. Romantic. Comfortable beds. The stylish, family-run Saint SHERMIN bed, breakfast & champagne offers modern accommodation in the centre of Vienna, just a 5-minute walk from the Karlsplatz Underground Station. The daily breakfast buffet includes traditional Viennese coffee. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a ventilation system are available in all rooms, the reception area and the breakfast room. The spacious, individually furnished rooms come with a private bathroom, minibar, seating area, and a flat-screen TV with an entertainment system and free Video-On-Demand service. Room themes include Viennese sights such as the Augarten Park or the Lainzer Zoo's Hermes Villa, which was once the hunting residence of the imperial family. The Saint SHERMIN has a quiet location close to the State Opera and St. Charles Church. The Kärntner Straße shopping area is just a short walk away.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 16

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Great views. Rooftop bar. Located in Vienna, 600 metres from Museum of Military History, Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere - a concept by Hyatt provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 800 metres from Belvedere Palace and less than 1 km from Vienna Main Railway Station, the property offers a bar and a spa and wellness centre. The hotel features a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room includes a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a kitchenette with a microwave and a stovetop. At Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere - a concept by Hyatt each room has bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. Speaking Arabic, German, English and French at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Musikverein is 2.1 km from Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere - a concept by Hyatt, while House of Music is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, 17 km from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 389

Stars: 5

Boutique hotel. Elegant. Good breakfast. Hotel Sans Souci Wien is situated directly opposite the Museum Quarter and a 5-minute walk from the Ringstraße Boulevard in the centre of Vienna. The large Sans Souci Spa includes an indoor pool. Free WiFi is available. In the Sans Souci Spa, guests can also relax in a sauna, a steam bath, and a relaxing area free of charge. A modern fitness centre with a personal trainer is available as well. The Sans Souci Hotel also features a bar and the Veranda restaurant, where guests can enjoy Austrian and international cuisine. The spacious rooms feature elegant interior design and works by various well-known artists. They are air-conditioned and include parquet floors, a minibar, a flat-screen satellite TV, and an iPod docking station. Bathrooms feature bathrobes, toiletries, and a hairdryer. Public parking is available at the Museum Quarter, with valet parking offered by the hotel. The Volkstheater Underground Station (lines U2 and U3) is just a 2-minute walk away. St. Stephen’s Cathedral can be reached on foot in 15 minutes.

Wonderful hotel near the Ringstrasse and Volkstheater U-bahn. This is definitely a place to stay if you are searching for top-notch SPA facilities - including the indoor pool and sauna. Take note that all rooms have bathtubs!

Hotel rating: 9.4 (amazing)

Rooms: 65

Stars: 5

Boutique hotel. Superb breakfast. Great location. Surrounded by the historic buildings of Vienna's inner city, the Hollmann Beletage Design & Boutique Hotel is a boutique hotel offering air conditioning and sauna. Located within a 2-minute walking distance from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, 3 minutes from the famous shopping streets Kärntner Strasse and Graben and 10 minutes from the State Opera. The Schwedenplatz Underground Station and tram stops are a 4-minute away and the Stephansplatz Underground Station is a 7-minute away. The hotel is also only a 20-minute drive from the airport. Continental breakfast, bed linen and towels can be booked.

This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 26

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Historic. Opened in 1892, the luxurious Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, set directly next to the Vienna State Opera, is ideally located to explore the major sights of the city. Saint Stephan’s Cathedral, the famous Kärntner Straße Shopping Boulevard as well as cultural institutions are only a short walk away. The luxurious rooms and suites at the Bristol feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and elegant marble bathrooms. The Bristol Lounge Restaurant, rewarded with one toque by Gault Millau, serves Austrian delicacies and international cuisine. Room service is available around the clock and complimentary mineral water is waiting for all guests upon arrival. The breakfast buffet, the business lunch and the dinner are served in the restaurant, which also serves specially created vegetarian and vegan dishes and it fulfills every desire. Afternoon Tea is offered from 15:00 to 17:00, including fine pastries, mini sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, organic jam and cakes and homemade sweets. Guests can unwind in Vienna’s first American Bar, the Bristol Bar, where co*cktails according to themes such as the opera, music, and wine are served The business centre is located on the 5th floor and is equipped with computers and printers. A gym is also at guests’ disposal boasting unique and fantastic views of the Vienna Ring Road and the State Opera. Both facilities are available free of charge and 24 hours a day. The hotel offers an awarded Clefs d'Or concierge service, featuring an experienced team, available prior and during guests' stay, providing information and insider tips about the city, organising city trips, sight-seeing tours and arranging you tickets or making reservations. The Karlsplatz Metro Stop is right in front of the hotel and valet parking is offered at the hotel. The Hofburg Congress and Event Centre is a 10-minute walk away. Free WiFi is provided in the entire property.

Classy and luxurious Hotel Bristol is operating since 1892 and offers one of the best views of Vienna State Opera. Feel the vibe of classic Vienna and choose one of the spacious Suites. I highly recommend to choose the one with a fireplace and personal balcony!

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 143

Stars: 5

Hip. Nice style. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Located in Vienna, 1.4 km from Wiener Stadthalle, Max Brown Hotel 7th District, part of Sircle Collection provides accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a bar and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel every room comes with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a terrace. You can play billiards at Max Brown Hotel 7th District, part of Sircle Collection. Popular points of interest near the hotel include MuseumsQuartier, Leopold Museum and Natural History Museum. The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, 22 km from Max Brown Hotel 7th District, part of Sircle Collection.

Fun hotel with great atmosphere and decor. I think this is one of the coolest hotels in Vienna. It also has super comfortable beds.

Hotel rating: 8.4 (very good)

Rooms: 122

Stars: 4

Delightful property. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Opened August 2021. Boasting a bar, Hotel Josefine offers accommodation in Vienna, 1.2 km from Wien Westbahnhof Railway Station and 1.2 km from Leopold Museum. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. The rooms have a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature city views. At the hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Popular points of interest near Hotel Josefine include Natural History Museum, Kunsthistorisches Museum and Parliament of Austria. The nearest airport is Vienna International, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

This unique boutique hotel has a 20s-inspired design. It has wireless internet and is located in the Mariahilf district, close to popular attractions. The hotel stands out with its unique atmosphere and has a bar, terrace, and breakfast options for a comfortable stay.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 49

Stars: 4

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Combining exclusive design with modern Viennese art, this 4-star boutique hotel is located right on the Mariahilfer Straße shopping street and directly opposite the Museum Quarter. A sauna and steam bath can be used free of charge. Free WiFi is available. Decorated with original works by contemporary artists, Hotel Das Tyrol’s rooms feature interior design elements created by well-known Viennese designers such as Wittmann, Backhausen and Thonet. The spacious, air-conditioning rooms include a Nespresso tea and coffee maker, a minibar, satellite TV, and a bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. Boutiquehotel Das Tyrol serves a Viennese a la carte breakfast with Prosseco every morning. The Neubaugasse Underground Station (line U3) can be reached in a 7-minute walk. St.Stephen’s Cathedral can be reached by underground in 5 minutes. A 5-minute stroll takes guests to the Ringstraße boulevard and the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

I think this is the most RELAXING luxury hotel in Vienna.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 30

Stars: 4

Stylish. Great value. Comfortable beds. Opened August 2021. Zola Hotel - Palais de Bohème Adults Only features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Vienna. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 600 metres from Messe Wien, 1.1 km from Vienna Prater and 2 km from Ernst Happel Stadium. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel every room has air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. At Zola Hotel - Palais de Bohème Adults Only all rooms have bed linen and towels. Austria Center Vienna is 3.1 km from the accommodation, while Kunst Haus Wien - Museum Hundertwasser is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, 18 km from Zola Hotel - Palais de Bohème Adults Only.

This boutique hotel has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 20

Stars: 4