🇦🇹 Wien, Austria

Hostel Wieden

📍 1, Leibenfrostgasse, Wien, 1040

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Das Eigentum — Hostel Wieden

Hostel Wieden is a 3-star gem in a converted 19th-century apartment building. The lobby exudes a charming, laid-back atmosphere, with a mix of original architectural features and modern decor. It's a popular choice for young travellers, solo adventurers, and those on a budget. The hostel's no-frills approach and social vibe make it an ideal spot for those seeking an authentic, local experience.

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Chroniken von Wien

Vienna, Austria's capital, was founded in 15 BC by the Romans, who named it Vindobona. The city's architecture reflects its rich history, with grand buildings like St Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace showcasing Baroque and Gothic styles. Vienna's cultural identity is deeply rooted in classical music, with famous composers like Mozart and Beethoven once calling the city home. The city's coffee culture is also legendary, with cafes like Café Central serving as intellectual hubs. Today, Vienna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors with its grand palaces, opera houses, and world-class museums.

Beste Zeit zu besuchen

Vollständiger Wien-Guide →

Die besten Monate

June and September are the best months to visit Vienna, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The city's famous Christmas markets start to appear in mid-November, but the summer months offer a more relaxed atmosphere.

Peak / Festival Surge

July is peak tourist season in Vienna, with the city hosting numerous festivals and events, including the Vienna Festival, which attracts visitors from all over the world. Hotel prices surge during this time, and popular attractions get crowded. Expect long queues and higher prices for accommodations, but the city's vibrant atmosphere makes it worth the hassle.

Budget Schulter Saison

April and May are the best shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, with mild temperatures (12-18°C) and fewer crowds. You can find discounts on accommodations and tourist attractions, making it an ideal time to explore the city's museums, palaces, and gardens.

Wetter & Verpackung

Vienna's climate is influenced by its Continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Be sure to pack layers for your stay, as the temperature can drop significantly at night, even in the summer.

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  • The new U-Bahn (subway) line U2 has been extended to the city's western districts, making it easier to explore the city's outskirts. The famous Naschmarkt, a bustling marketplace, has reopened after a major renovation and now offers a wider range of food stalls and shopping options. The Vienna City Marathon, a major running event, will take place on April 26, 2026, which may affect traffic in the city centre.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Hostel Wieden, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above 3) to minimize noise from the nearby city streets, which can be busy due to the hotel's location on a side street off a main road. Consider rooms 401-409, 501-509, or 601-609, as they are likely to be quieter than lower floors.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the first floor (101-109) as they are closer to the front entrance and may experience more noise from the street. Rooms near the service entrance (if it's located near the front) may also be noisier due to the increased foot traffic.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on a side street limits the view options. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.

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Quietest floors

Floors 4-6 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and the higher elevation.

🔊 Noise notes

Be prepared for some traffic noise from the nearby road, especially during rush hour. The hotel's location in a densely populated area means some background noise is unavoidable.

Insider tips

Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel might get busy during peak travel seasons. Consider requesting a room with a window that faces the inner courtyard for a more peaceful atmosphere, if available.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Einrichtungen — Hostel Wieden

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Wi-Fi

free, 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, but a small section of rooms on the top floor has stairs-only access

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Media & Newspapers

no complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers; however, the hostel has a small library with international newspapers and magazines

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Check-in / Check-out

24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00, €10 fee after 12:00

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7; €5 per bag, €10 for large items

Accessibility

fully step-free access; wheelchair entries at the main entrance and one accessible room for guests with disabilities

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Parking

on-site parking available for €18 per night; nearest public car park: Parkgarage Schottenring (€25 per night); no EV charging available

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: €1.05 per person per night

Deposit & card hold: €20 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • Church: Evangelische Superintentur AB Wien (435 m · ~5 min walk)
  • Church: Trinity Cristian Centre (585 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: Shaolin-Tempel Österreich (739 m · ~9 min walk)
  • Church: Adventmission (775 m · ~10 min walk)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Shopping

Galerie Wieden — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

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Walking & Running

Urbanize — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Wiener Phonomuseum — 257 m · ~3 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

TheaterArche — 366 m · ~5 min walk

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Kids & Family

Alfred-Grünwald-Spielplatz — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 284 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Alte Hofmühl-Apotheke — 289 m · ~4 min walk

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Convenience Store

Bulgarische Lebensmittel "Pilgram" — 102 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Pilgramgasse — 158 m · ~2 min walk

Geld & Währung

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

ATMs give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or major train stations — they charge high commissions or poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless debit/credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, including supermarkets, restaurants, and public transport. Mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) is widely used.

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Tipping etiquette

Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the next euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, optional for housekeeping.

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

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Cheap coffee

A Melange (classic Viennese coffee) at a standard café: around €3.50–4.50.

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Best-value lunch

Mittagsmenü (lunch menu) at a pub or Imbiss: €8–12 for a main with soup or side.

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Affordable dinner

Main course at a Beisl (traditional tavern): €12–18, e.g., schnitzel or goulash.

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Street food & cheap eats

Würstelstand for sausages (€4–6) or kebab/shawarma shops (€5–7), especially around Naschmarkt and along Mariahilfer Straße.

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Budget groceries

Budget supermarkets: Hofer (Aldi), Spar, Billa. Penny and Lidl are also common in the 1040 district.

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Affordable clothes

High-street chains like H&M, C&A, Mango, and Peek & Cloppenburg along Mariahilfer Straße; no specific market for fashion here.

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Cheapest way around

The cheapest way around: a 24-hour ticket for €5.80 (all zones) or a 7-day ticket for €17.10. From the airport: S-Bahn line S7 to Wien Mitte for €4.50, or the CAT train for €16 (faster but much pricier).

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Money-saving tips

Buy a Vienna City Card or weekly transport pass if staying more than a day. Eat at lunchtime for the best value — many restaurants offer cheaper fixed-price menus. Avoid buying drinks or snacks at major tourist spots like Stephansplatz; walk a block or two for better prices.

Gut zu wissen — Wien

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Wien
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Police
133
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Ambulance / Medical
144
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Fire Department
122

For non-urgent medical help, call 1450. For roadside assistance, call 120. All emergency numbers are free from any phone.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Phönixhof Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pizzeria Eduardo pizza
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Le Petit Café Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pizza Bizi pizza
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Korb Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Palmenhaus breakfast;regional;international
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Gasthaus Wild Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Aida coffee_shop
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Wien, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Hostel Wieden

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 284 m · ~4 min walkpharmacy · Alte Hofmühl-Apotheke — 289 m · ~4 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Umher zu kommen

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City Airport Train (CAT) 14.90 EUR (one way, online discount)

Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Wien Mitte (Landstraße)

16 min · Every 30 minutes · 06:00–23:30 (train times vary)

💡 Take the cheaper S-Bahn (S7) instead — €4.40, only 25 minutes. CAT is fast but overpriced unless you need luggage space.

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U1 / U4 2.40 EUR (single ticket, valid 80 mins)

Stephansplatz (U1) → Karlsplatz (U4) → Hotel Johann Strauss (nearest: Karlsplatz or Kettenbrückengasse)

10 min · Every 2–5 minutes peak · 05:00–00:30 (weekdays), 24h Fri/Sat on U1

💡 Buy a 24-hour pass (€8) if you're using public transport more than three times — machines at every station take coins or card.

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Standard taxi 36.00 EUR (fixed airport rate)

Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Hotel Johann Strauss (Favoritenstraße 12, 1040)

25 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Avoid touts at arrivals; use the official taxi stand or pre-book with 'Taxi 40100'. Pay cash to skip card surcharge.

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Vienna Airport Lines (VAL) 9.00 EUR (one way adult)

Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Oper (near Hotel Johann Strauss)

35 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 05:30–00:30

💡 Ask the driver for a 'Kurzstrecke' if you're only going a few stops — not advertised but cheaper.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

What are the best rooms at Hostel Wieden?

Request a room on a higher floor (above 3) to minimize noise from the nearby city streets, which can be busy due to the hotel's location on a side street off a main road. Consider rooms 401-409, 501-509, or 601-609, as they are likely to be quieter than lower floors.

Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel Wieden?

Avoid rooms on the first floor (101-109) as they are closer to the front entrance and may experience more noise from the street. Rooms near the service entrance (if it's located near the front) may also be noisier due to the increased foot traffic.

Is Hostel Wieden noisy?

Be prepared for some traffic noise from the nearby road, especially during rush hour. The hotel's location in a densely populated area means some background noise is unavoidable.

Which rooms have the best views at Hostel Wieden?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on a side street limits the view options. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.

What are insider tips for staying at Hostel Wieden?

Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel might get busy during peak travel seasons. Consider requesting a room with a window that faces the inner courtyard for a more peaceful atmosphere, if available.

What time is check-in at Hostel Wieden?

Check-in at Hostel Wieden is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Hostel Wieden have Wi-Fi?

free, 50 Mbps speed; no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel Wieden?

€1.05 per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel Wieden?

Mittagsmenü (lunch menu) at a pub or Imbiss: €8–12 for a main with soup or side.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel Wieden?

The cheapest way around: a 24-hour ticket for €5.80 (all zones) or a 7-day ticket for €17.10. From the airport: S-Bahn line S7 to Wien Mitte for €4.50, or the CAT train for €16 (faster but much pricier).

When is the best time to visit Wien?

June and September are the best months to visit Vienna, with pleasant temperatures (18-22°C) and manageable crowds. The city's famous Christmas markets start to appear in mid-November, but the summer months offer a more relaxed atmosphere.

Top-Attraktionen in Wien

Naschmarkt Free

💡 Go on Saturday morning for the adjacent flea market (Flohmarkt) – you can find vintage postcards and oddities for a euro. Avoid midday on weekends; it's packed.

Stephansdom (St. Stephen's Cathedral) – Main Nave Free

💡 Stand just inside the main door and look up to see the stone pulpit. Free guided tours in English at 2pm on Saturdays (check schedule). Catacombs tour costs extra but is very short.

Belvedere Palace Gardens Free

💡 Enter from the lower gate near Rennweg. The back garden behind the Lower Belvedere has a small, quiet area with benches – good for a peaceful break.

Hundertwasserhaus (Exterior) Free

💡 Cross the street to the Kalke village – a small, artsy market with affordable street food. The best photo spot is from the corner of Kegelgasse across the street.

Schönbrunn Palace Gardens Free

💡 Arrive just before sunset. The crowds thin out and the light hits the palace facade beautifully. Bring a picnic blanket.

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How we built this briefing
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  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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