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In a city as storied and picturesque as Vienna, a boutique hotel made from an aristocrat’s renovated townhouse already has plenty to recommend it. Add to that an update by the Milan-based architect Matteo Thun (see also the Vigilius resort in the Italian alps) and you’ve the makings of a modern classic, in the form of the Altstadt Vienna.
It’s located just outside the Ringstrasse, close enough to what’s likely brought you to Vienna in the first place yet in a neighborhood frequented by more locals than tourists and shoppers — the Spittelberg is the kind of formerly dodgy and newly rehabilitated artsy district that hoteliers everywhere lust for.
The so-called Classic rooms are smart and contemporary, if understated, a fine reminder that Vienna doesn’t have to be all 17th-century opulence all the time. But it’s the new and surprisingly sexy Matteo Thun rooms that really stand out. Boudoir-inspired décor, rich textures, and a palette of deep crimsons and greys set the mood subtly, while the mural-sized photographic nudes do so more explicitly. A bit racy for some guests, certainly, but surely a welcome change for some others — the cold palette and ascetic airlessness of the typical design hotel doesn’t have a chance against the forceful sensuality of the Altstadt.
- 42 Rooms
- Style: Cutting-Edge
- Atmosphere: Lively
- 32 Guest Reviews
- Altstadt Vienna
- Kirchengasse 41
- Vienna, Austria
Hotel amenities and services
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- 24 hour concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour room service
- Babysitting (on request)
- Bar
- Central air conditioning
- Free wi-fi
- Library
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Multi-lingual staff
- Pets allowed (charges apply)
- Room service
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Shopping area nearby
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Wake-up service
- Wood burning fireplace
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32 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Philip
- Stayed January 2013
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
the staff was so pleasant; and the neighborhood is so interesting, feels like SOHO in NYC 20 years ago. Very up and coming
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Valerie
- Stayed November 2012
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
Beautiful old mansion with very artistic interior design. Extremely friendly staff.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Joana
- Stayed August 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Very nice staff, fairly priced, good breakfast
What the hotel could do better:
The entrance is underwhelming, and it is a bit far from the city centre.
