Vienna fulfills some common clichés: from Empress Sissi and Lipizzaner horses to the famous Sachertorte. The city on the Danube offers plenty of quaint charm, but Vienna can do so much more than its reputation suggests. Austria's cultural capital also has a lot to offer in terms of trendy and "different" living.
In this article, we present five of these somewhat different places to sleep that we particularly like. Each of them is special in its own way and guaranteed to be free of tourist kitsch. A different kind of sleeping experience in Vienna - that's what we guarantee you in these top 5 Viennese hotels.
Insider tips in Vienna - sleep particularly well here
The chic Hotel Schani impresses with its casual interior and is located directly at the main train station. The location of the accommodation is ideal, because from there you can reach Vienna city center and Vienna Airport in no time at all. The D streetcar stops right on the hotel's doorstep and you can even admire the Belvedere from your window (depending on the room).
The decor is hip, but at the same time very Viennese. After an eventful day, relax on the leafy terrace or enjoy a drink at the accommodation bar.
That special somethingHotel Schani is one of the first hotels in Vienna to offer a free co-working space with work desks, coffee and plenty of power sockets. Conference rooms and business facilities can also be booked. The hotel is therefore ideal for anyone who doesn't want to leave their work at home during their stay in Vienna. Like-minded people from all corners of the world can get to know each other here during their laptop break.
A different kind of overnight stay in Vienna
Are you a big funfair fan and have always wanted to soak up the unique Prater feeling for more than just a short afternoon trip?
Then we recommend the Hotel Superbude. The concept is a hybrid of a stylish hotel, hostel and neighborhood living room, a place for artists and a space for adventurers and the curious.
Whether it's a glamping cabin with a caravan look, a reading room with a view, an experience bunk bed in the family rooms or the themed cabins (disco cabin, Game City cabin, Austropop cabin & cinema cabin) - this Viennese hippster hotel offers unusual sleeping places for guests looking for something different.
The rooms also have a private bathroom with an integrated rain shower. An à la carte breakfast is served daily in the rooftop restaurant NENI.
Vienna's hotel in the middle of the countryside
Do you want to sleep green in Vienna but still live very centrally? These two characteristics are combined in the charming Hotel am Brillantengrund in the hip 7th district of Vienna.
The family-run vintage hotel is characterized by a minimalist and elegant furnishings from. The rooms are individually furnished and equipped with vintage furniture from the 50s to 80s.
In the restaurant you can enjoy delicious homemade Filipino specialties served. The selection ranges from various meat and fish dishes to vegetarian and vegan dishes such as organic tofu or homemade seitan.
In addition, regular Exhibitions, readings and concerts in the hotel. This also makes it an attractive place for locals to "experience Vienna in a different way".
Our tip: When the weather is nice, you can enjoy your breakfast under palm trees in the Mediterranean-style courtyard. With so much vacation atmosphere, absolute relaxation is guaranteed.
Insider tip in Vienna: sustainable accommodation
The Boutique Hotel Stadthalle is ideal if you want to attend concerts in Vienna - as the name suggests, it is just around the corner from the Wiener Stadthalle.
But even if you just fancy a slightly different hotel experience, you'll find what you're looking for here.
The first Viennese hotel with a zero-energy footprint looks like a green oasis in the middle of the city. The boutique hotel's philosophy: quality over quantity and a greater awareness of regionality and sustainability.
This starts with the solar cells and the photovoltaic system on the roof. A groundwater heat pump also ensures that the accommodation can cover its own energy requirements. The rooms are also equipped with upcycled furniture, which means that no new furnishings have to be produced.
A Special highlightThe lavender roof. Yes, you read that right: Lavender is planted on the hotel roof, which then lands fresh in your room.
One of the most stylish hotels in Vienna
Last but certainly not least, we have a very special hotel in Vienna with a difference for you - the Hotel Daniel in the 3rd district. A glance upwards is enough to see what is meant: there is a (real) sailing boat on the roof!
A great Highlight is also the stylish and cozy lounge. Here you can spend whole Sundays with friends, first with an organic brunch, then with coffee and tea and later in the evening an Aperol Spritz invites you to linger.
If you prefer to make yourself comfortable as a couple, some rooms even have a Hammock. Another special feature is the camping trailer right in front of the hotel. You can even hire it for overnight stays.
What else makes Hotel Daniel so special? The bees! Seven colonies have taken up residence on the roof. The honey is served at the hotel breakfast and is ready for you to enjoy.
Hotels in Vienna - our insider tips for you
No question - for us, all the hotels mentioned are among the best "different" hotels in Vienna. On the search off the beaten track You'll be surprised by the unique ambience and extraordinary flair here. We wish you an unforgettable stay in Vienna with a difference!
We present the next 5 hotels in Vienna "with a difference" in the Part 2 of this series.
