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“A thoroughly contemporary hotel encased in a traditional shell. Each room is entirely unique and individually designed by designers and architects. The owner's adorned the walls with contemporary art including Warhole's and Prachensky's. The food is excellent and locally inspired. A chic option. ”

“A thoroughly contemporary hotel encased in a traditional shell. Each room is entirely unique and individually designed by designers and architects. The owner's adorned the walls with contemporary art including Warhole's and Prachensky's. The food is excellent and locally inspired. A chic option. ”

Hotel Review

The genesis of this stylish hotel dates back to 1991 when owner Otto E. Wiesenthal was looking for somewhere to showcase his art collection. He chose a stately house with fine proportions and many of its period details intact, appropriately in the artists’ quarter. The airy interior is a happy mixture of styles from classic to avant-garde. In 2006 Matteo Thun revamped nine of the 42 bedrooms, giving them a stunning, belle époque-inspired look. But don’t dismiss the handsome older rooms, which have the best paintings.
 

Written by Leonie Glass

Recommended For

  • Romantic Break
  • Couples should pick one of the Boudoir-inspired suites- decked out with mural-sized photographic nudes and sultry red velvet.
  • City Style
  • A renovated townhouse nestled in the arty district of Spittelberg, with chic modern interiors.
  • Museums
  • Perfect for culture vultures, just five minutes from Viennas famed museum quarter.
  • Designer Shopping
  • Explore the hip area of Neubau, or rent designer clothes to your room.
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Take some time to enjoy the owner's collection of contemporary art.
  • Great walks
  • Get out and explore the hip young district of Spittelberg on foot.
  • Pet friendly
  • Surcharge may apply
  • Luxury
  • Roof terrace
  • Less £
  • Full of character
  • Family Suites
  • Free wifi
  • Townhouse
  • Artworks
  • Boutique
  • Chic
  • Quirky
  • Child friendly
  • Romantic
  • Contemporary

Facilities

  • Parking
  • At a nearby location - daily charges apply
  • Airport transfer
  • Surcharge applicable
  • Pet friendly
  • Surcharge may apply
  • Safe
  • Family Suites
  • Bar
  • Roof terrace
  • Car not required
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Cots available
  • Massage
  • Library
  • Sitting Room
  • Child friendly
  • Free wifi
  • Room service
  • Suites
  • Concierge
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi

Activities

  • Museums
  • Perfect for culture vultures, just five minutes from Viennas famed museum quarter.
  • Designer Shopping
  • Explore the hip area of Neubau, or rent designer clothes to your room.
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Take some time to enjoy the owner's collection of contemporary art.
  • Great walks
  • Get out and explore the hip young district of Spittelberg on foot.

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Altstadt Vienna

"A four-star hotel offering a stunning private collection of contemporary paintings and a good reputation, especially due to the service rendered by the highly motivated and very congenial staff."

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)

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