It is not for nothing that many people call Vienna the ceremonial drawing room of Europe - with such riches it is not a shame to receive the most distinguished guests. At the same time, it is difficult to find a place where palaces, parks and cathedrals of the past would so easily and naturally coexist with the laconic and energetic products of our time. And all this in a thick, tart atmosphere of inspiration and dreaminess, which was presented to the city by Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss, Haydn and other creators. Against the background of such greatness, not knowing where to stay in Vienna seems even indecent - a city that has received art geniuses will always have something to offer a traveler seeking shelter.
As one of the main tourist capitals, Vienna has long and irrevocably ranked among the most expensive cities in Europe, which is true. To count on cheap housing here is, at least, naive. But "folk" hotels - mini-hotels, guest houses and hostels - are always ready to help tourists.
Although living in Vienna is better in traditional hotels located in aristocratic mansions and palaces of the nobility, it is easier to feel the atmosphere of the place, its former grandeur and imperial spirit, preserved from the times of the Austro-Hungarian Kingdom.
Vienna districts
Not the least role is played by the area of the capital, where it is planned to settle. It is one thing to live in an old quarter, surrounded by historical buildings and masterpieces of architecture, and quite another to live in a modern microdistrict, decorated with the odious creations of the masters of our time. The nature of the rest varies: in one part of Vienna, these are sublime and soulful hikes to memorable sites, in the other - endless parties and immersion in local subcultures.
Vienna has 23 districts, but guests of the city are only interested in the main ones, where life is in full swing and the main events unfold:
- Old city.
- Visible.
- Leopoldstadt.
- Margarethen.
- Landstrasse.
- Mariahilf.
- Neubau.
- Alsergrund.
- Josefstadt.
In which of them and where to stay in Vienna, depends on the financial possibilities and on the program of the trip. Although at the level of development of local transport, wherever you live, you can easily and quickly get from one area to another.
Old city
He is the Inner City, he is the district number 1 and he is the one from which it all began. It was here that old Vienna was born and the main attractions are located right there. The area is located inside the Ring - something like the local Arbat, encircling the area around the ring. Historians and international art conservators did not bother and simply included the entire area on the UNESCO list.
But the pleasure of living in the memorial area is, as always, expensive. Here are the most expensive hotels, and the high price is not always completed with convenience and comfort. Room rates start from 120 € for a double standard. Numbers for 800 €, 1000 € and above will not surprise anyone here.
Many hotels are indeed located in palaces with wide marble staircases, sparkling inlaid floors, crystal chandeliers and gilded stucco. It seems that yesterday princesses with marquises danced here at balls, and today commoners are walking around the halls.
You will have to overpay in the Old Town for literally everything: restaurants, shops, souvenir shops, taxis, etc. At the same time, you will have to come to terms with the eternal hype, queues and a shortage of places in cafes and other eateries. But if you're lucky, you will get a room with a view of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Vienna Opera, the Hofburg or the House without Eyebrows. The Museum Quarter, the Peterskirche Church, the Plague Column and dozens of unparalleled places are also located here.
Where to stay in Vienna in the Old Town: DO&CO Hotel Vienna, City Pension, Steigenberger Hotel Herrenhof, Hotel Austria - Wien, Austria Trend Hotel Europa Wien, Hotel Royal, Adagio Vienna City, Hotel Kaiserin Elisabeth, Hotel Sacher Wien, Hotel König von Ungarn, Hotel Ambassador, Grand Hotel Wien, Palais Coburg, Hotel Am Parkring, Hilton Vienna, InterContinental Wien, Hotel Capricorno, Alma Boutique-Hotel, Hotel Kärntnerhof, Vienna Marriott Hotel.
Lepoldstadt
Nice area-island located across the Danube Canal from the Old Town. It seems to be still the center, but the prices are closer to real ones. Former "Matza Island", the area is best suited for living.
Lepoldstadt is a very green and beautiful place, decorated with parks and gardens. The Prater Park is located here - the one where tall persons chose to hunt. Today there is an amusement park, a Ferris wheel and much more. Other objects include the Mexican Church with the square of the same name, the house of Johann Strauss, the Leopold Church, the Museum of Crime, the Augarten Palace and Park. In general, there will be where to walk and what to shoot, if out of all the places where you can stay in Vienna, you preferred this area.
Hotels: Das Capri, Hotel Stefanie, Hotel Resonanz Vienna, Hotel City Central, Vienna Suites, Der Wilhelmshof, Austria Trend Hotel Messe Wien Prater, Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom, Best Western Plus Hotel Arcadia, Hotel Imlauer Wien, Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront, Yourapartment City Center, Hotel Imlauer Wien.
Visible
A tiny area that would probably be lost on the map if it were not for its proximity to the center. It is much quieter and quieter here, although the area is not offended by the sights. You can walk along the legendary Karlsplatz square, pray in Karlskirche, visit the Vienna Museum.
At one time, the charm of the area was appreciated by Karl Luger, Christoph Gluck, Strauss Jr. and other outstanding personalities who lived here. It is unlikely that Strauss lived in a hotel for 60-100 € per room, but modern tourists have to pay just such amounts. Prices in hotels start from 50 € and go up to 200-300 €.
Hotels: Hotel Attaché, Drei Kronen Hotel, Graetzlhotel beim Belvedere, Carlton Opera, Hotel Erzherzog Rainer, Pakat Suites Hotel, Pakat City Hotel Vienna, Hotel Johann Strauss, Novum Hotel Prinz Eugen.
Margarethen
Very nice and lively area, although mostly sleeping. It is located next to the center, which by default made it a beacon for budget travelers. There are a lot of parks in Margareten, so you can visit here, even if you decide to stay in Vienna elsewhere.
There is also a lot of historical architecture in the area, including Baroque and Modernist, even relatively new buildings are often stylized in the historical direction. Notable objects include Margaretenbrunnen, Rüdigerhof, Florahof. There are many museums in Margareten, including the Museum of Economics, the Coffee Museum and the District Museum dedicated to the history of the district.
Hotels: Falkensteiner Hotel Wien Margareten, Austria Trend Hotel Ananas Wien, Holiday Inn Vienna City, Cozy Family Apartment, Haus Margareten, Hotel Allegro Wien, Art Hotel Vienna.
Landstrasse
Of all the districts where to stay in Vienna, Landstrasse has an ideal balance of comfort, proximity to the center and having its own zest that attracts tourists. The vastness of Landstrasse is dominated by the majestic outlines of the Belvedere - a grandiose palace complex with ponds, gardens, gilded halls and other remnants of imperial grandeur. Every visitor to Vienna is sure to get here, especially since the Austrian Gallery is located in the palace - the central collection of artistic masterpieces.
The landscape of the area is also made up of charming houses in historical styles, there is also the Hundertwasser House and the Orthodox Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, and on the outskirts you can see the majestic silhouettes of the tombstones of the cemetery of St. Mark, where Mozart found his last rest.
Hotels: Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen Vienna, Gartenhotel Gabriel City, Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier Wien, Hotel Daniel Vienna, Hilton Vienna, Ruby Sofie Hotel Vienna, InterContinental Wien, Eurostars Embassy, Best Western Plus Amedia Wien, Hotel Pribitzer, Lindner Hotel Am Belvedere.
Mariahilf
A small area known mainly for shopping streets and shops. Close to the center, it is a great option for inexpensive accommodation. The district is home to several churches and other interesting sites, including the Theater an der Wien.
Where to stay in Vienna in Mariahilf: Kolping Wien Zentral, Leonardo Hotel Vienna, Hotel Beethoven Wien, Pension Mozart, Mercure Hotel Raphael Wien, Hotel Corvinus, Arthotel ANA Boutique Six, Austria Trend Hotel Anatol Wien, Ibis Wien Mariahilf, Hotel Fürst Metternich, Hotel Mocca.
Neubau
The young Neubau district should be chosen if you come to Vienna for a good walk, hang out and have fun. A favorite walking area, the whole streets of which are given over to the rule of pedestrians. It is in this district that mass celebrations, fairs, performances and other festive events are held.
Hotels: 25hours Hotel beim Museums Quartier, K + K Hotel Maria Theresia, NH Collection Wien Zentrum, Continental Hotel-Pension, NH Wien City, Hotel Sans Souci Wien, Pension Pharmador, Hotel Kugel, Intercity Hotel Wien, Hotel Am Brillantengrund, Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna, Fleming's Conference Hotel Wien.
Alsergrund
District of theatergoers. It houses the Alsergrund Theater, the Schubert Theater, the Vienna Folk Opera, the Vienna International Theater, the Vienna Drama Theater and other temples of art. This armada is supported by numerous museums: the Freud Museum, the Schubert House Museum, the Pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Museum, the Museum of Forensic Medicine, the Museum of the History of Medicine, etc.
Hotels where you can stay in Vienna: The Harmonie Vienna, Hotel-Pension Bleckmann, Arthotel ANA Katharina, Hotel Boltzmann, Arthotel ANA Gala, Riess City Hotel, City Hotel Deutschmeister, Pension Liechtenstein, Hotel Am Schottenpoint.
Josefstadt
An elite area where many Austrian officials, including the president, prefer to settle. The area is quite calm, full of historical buildings. For cultural leisure - an excellent solution, the district has many theaters and museums, complemented by old churches and mansions, among which it will be nice to walk at any time of the day.
Hotels: Hotel-Pension Baronesse, Vienna Comfort Apartments, Hotel Arpi, Korotan Hotel, Hotel Hotel Alpha, The Levante Parliament, Zipser, Pension Andreas, Cordial Theaterhotel Wien, Hotel Rathaus Wein & Design, Hotel Graf Stadion.
