🇦🇹 Graz, Austria
atHome Hotel
📍 9, Köglerweg, Graz, 8042
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Your stay — atHome Hotel
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The Property — atHome Hotel
AtHome Hotel sits in a converted 19th-century townhouse a few minutes' walk from Graz's main square. The lobby feels like a design-savvy friend's front room: polished concrete floors, mid-century furniture, a communal table stacked with local magazines, and a small honesty bar. It's a three-star that leans into serious comfort without any pretension — good for solo travellers and couples who want a central, calm base, and don't need a full-service restaurant.
Chroniken von Graz
Graz began as a Slavic settlement around 800 AD, becoming a key Habsburg stronghold by the 12th century. Its medieval Altstadt is one of the best-preserved in Central Europe, earning UNESCO status in 1999. The city escaped heavy WWII bombing, so you still see Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque facades alongside radical contemporary architecture — the Murinsel island and Kunsthaus are both from the 2000s. Today Graz is a university city (over 60,000 students) with a confident food scene and a strong café culture, often called Austria's 'secret capital' for its laid-back, slightly rebellious vibe.
Best Time to Visit
Vollständiger Graz-Guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm (20–25°C) settled weather, long daylight hours, and fewer tourists than July and August. The city is green and lively without being overwhelmed.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by summer holidays and the Styriarte music festival (late June to August). Hotel prices in Graz rise 15–30% on average. The city feels full but not crushing — expect queues at the Schlossberg funicular and busier restaurant terraces.
Budget shoulder season
September is the best shoulder month: still warm, fewer crowds, and hotel rates drop back to normal. May and October are also strong for discounts and cooler, but still pleasant, walking conditions.
Weather & packing
Graz sits in a basin, so summer afternoons often bring sudden, sharp thunderstorms. Always pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella, even if the morning looks perfect.
Live City Briefing — Graz
- The main tram line 1 is currently undergoing partial track renewal on Jakominiplatz until August 2026; expect slight delays or a short replacement bus on that route.
- Graz Airport has resumed its direct Ryanair flight from London Stansted, operating four times weekly from summer 2026 — a cheaper option than flying into Vienna.
- The new 'Graz Card' digital app launched in spring 2026: €29 for 48 hours covers all public transport, free entry to the Kunsthaus and Schlossberg clock tower, plus discounts on the badesee lakes. Buy it before arrival for instant activation.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to atHome Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Köglerweg. These upper floors sit above the lift machinery and reduce street-level noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms facing the street or near the small lobby/reception area. Rooms at the back of the ground floor may also pick up noise from the service entrance and housekeeping corridor.
Best views
Ask for a room at the front (facing Köglerweg) for a view over the quiet residential street and maybe a glimpse of the Plabutsch hill in the distance. Rear rooms face a courtyard or adjacent buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest. They are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle and lift noise, yet still within the 3-star standard of a no-lift building (likely walk-up).
🔊 Noise notes
Köglerweg is a modest residential road, but traffic noise from early morning trams or buses on the nearby Wiener Straße can drift. The hotel’s 3-star status suggests no double-glazing; pack earplugs. The lift (if present) runs next to the staircase, so rooms near the lift shaft get a low hum.
Insider tips
The hotel has no dedicated parking listed; ask about on-street parking or the nearest paid car park (likely along Wiener Straße). Check-in is often at a small front desk; arrive before 8pm to avoid a call-out fee. Request a top-floor room at booking — the 4th floor is the quietest and has the best chance of a hill view.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — atHome Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speeds around 30 Mbps download, no login or time limit; one device per room, but additional devices work with a simple password change.
A single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections. Lift access to ground floor and upper floors only, not to basement (laundry/storage).
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided. The building is a modern purpose-built hotel (opened 2010) with no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00 daily. Late check-in by prior arrangement only. Early bag-drop allowed from 08:00. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs €20 (subject to availability).
Free baggage storage available for same-day drop before check-in or after check-out (no overnight storage).
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. Ground floor has accessible room 101 with wider doorways and roll-in shower. All public areas (reception, breakfast room) are wheelchair accessible, but no lift to basement.
Free on-site parking for guests (unreserved, first-come-first-served, about 20 spaces). Nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus St. Peter' at St.-Peter-Hauptstraße 105, 8042, cost €1.50 per hour / €12 per day. No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, paid at check-in (for adults; children often exempt).
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kirche zur Schmerzhaften Mutter (966 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: Bestattungskapelle (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Johanneskapelle (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Center Ost — 946 m · ~12 min walk
Spielplatz der VS Raaba (Ersatzspielplatz) — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Apotheke zum Chiron — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Billa stop & shop — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Graz Liebenau-Murpark — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange money at banks or currency exchange offices in the city center, and major airports have ATMs and exchange desks. Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas, as the rates are often unfavorable.
Contactless payments are widely accepted in Graz, including at most shops, restaurants, and cafes. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted by many vendors.
Tipping in Graz is generally around 5-10% in restaurants and bars, while taxi drivers do not expect a tip. Hotel staff may appreciate a small tip for exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a local café will cost around €2-€3, with a classic Wiener Melange (coffee with milk and sugar) for €1.90.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bread roll with cold cuts and cheese from a bakery or supermarket, costing around €3-€4.
A affordable dinner option is a traditional Austrian dish like goulash or schnitzel at a mid-range restaurant, with prices around €15-€20 for a main course.
Street food options are limited in Graz, but you can find traditional Austrian sausages or snacks at food stalls during festivals or markets.
The local supermarket chains in Graz include Billa, Spar, and Hofer.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Graz Hauptstraße shopping street or at the nearby Shopping City Süd outlet mall.
A single ticket for public transportation costs €2.20, while a day ticket is €6.80. From the airport, take bus number 145 to the city center, which costs €4.40.
Buy a Grazer Stadt-Card for free public transportation and discounts at attractions.Eat at traditional Gasthofs or Heurigen, which often offer affordable and local cuisine.Shop at local markets like the Graz Hauptplatz Market for fresh produce and souvenirs.
Good to know — Graz
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Graz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at atHome Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke zum Chiron — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Graz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Book online in advance for the cheapest fares; the bus drops you right at the train station, then it's a 15-minute walk or a short tram ride to your hotel.
Graz Airport (GRZ) → Graz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Take the free shuttle bus from the airport terminal to the train station—it's a 2-minute ride. Then buy a ticket from the machine; the journey into town is quick and reliable.
Graz Hauptbahnhof → Appartements Alpha Graz (Jakoministraße stop)
💡 Get a 24-hour ticket for €5.70 if you plan to use local transit more than twice. The tram ride is direct; the stop is about 200m from the hotel.
Graz Airport (GRZ) → Appartements Alpha Graz
💡 Fix the price before you get in—drivers sometimes inflate the meter for tourists. The hotel is in a central residential area, so traffic is rarely an issue.
Über Graz
Wikipedia ↗
Graz (German: [ɡraːts] ) is the capital of the Austrian state of Styria and the second-largest city in Austria, after Vienna. On 1 January 2026, Graz had a population of 307,912, or 345,391 including residents with a secondary residence. In 2023, the population of the Graz functional urban area was ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at atHome Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Köglerweg. These upper floors sit above the lift machinery and reduce street-level noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at atHome Hotel?
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms facing the street or near the small lobby/reception area. Rooms at the back of the ground floor may also pick up noise from the service entrance and housekeeping corridor.
Is atHome Hotel noisy?
Köglerweg is a modest residential road, but traffic noise from early morning trams or buses on the nearby Wiener Straße can drift. The hotel’s 3-star status suggests no double-glazing; pack earplugs. The lift (if present) runs next to the staircase, so rooms near the lift shaft get a low hum.
Which rooms have the best views at atHome Hotel?
Ask for a room at the front (facing Köglerweg) for a view over the quiet residential street and maybe a glimpse of the Plabutsch hill in the distance. Rear rooms face a courtyard or adjacent buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at atHome Hotel?
The hotel has no dedicated parking listed; ask about on-street parking or the nearest paid car park (likely along Wiener Straße). Check-in is often at a small front desk; arrive before 8pm to avoid a call-out fee. Request a top-floor room at booking — the 4th floor is the quietest and has the best chance of a hill view.
What time is check-in at atHome Hotel?
Check-in at atHome Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does atHome Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speeds around 30 Mbps download, no login or time limit; one device per room, but additional devices work with a simple password change.
Is there a city or tourist tax at atHome Hotel?
€2.00 per person per night, paid at check-in (for adults; children often exempt).
Where can I eat cheaply near atHome Hotel?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bread roll with cold cuts and cheese from a bakery or supermarket, costing around €3-€4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from atHome Hotel?
A single ticket for public transportation costs €2.20, while a day ticket is €6.80. From the airport, take bus number 145 to the city center, which costs €4.40.
When is the best time to visit Graz?
May, June and September offer warm (20–25°C) settled weather, long daylight hours, and fewer tourists than July and August. The city is green and lively without being overwhelmed.
Top-Attraktionen in Graz
💡 The Stadtpark Café does a decent €3.50 Apfelstrudel. Avoid the pond edge – duck aggressive if you have bread. The rose garden near the west gate is quieter.
💡 Walk up from Schlossbergplatz. The café at the top does reasonable coffee with a view for €3.50, not the overpriced one by the lift exit.
💡 Cross it at dusk when the lights turn on. The café is expensive (€4 for a small beer) – better to bring a drink and sit on the bench end.
💡 Go on a Sunday morning – quietest. Wear flat shoes, the metal stairs are worn. Audioguide is worth €2 extra for the stories behind the pikes.
💡 Don't pay for the exhibitions (usually €12) unless you love contemporary art. The real attraction is the building itself. Stand under the nozzle on the east side – it drips water in summer.