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The Weekend Hotel

📍 3-5, Halbgasse, Wien, 1070

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La propiedad — The Weekend Hotel

The Weekend Hotel trades on clean, compact efficiency rather than charm. Its lobby feels like a mid-range airport lounge: functional check-in desks, modular seating, and a steady flow of guests hauling wheeled luggage. Bedrooms are small but well-kept, with soundproofed windows that block out the Mariahilfer Straße bustle. This suits a short-stay traveller who values location and a reliable overnight over atmosphere or communal space.

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Crónicas de Wien

Vienna began as the Roman fort of Vindobona around AD 100, a strategic camp on the Danube frontier. It grew into the seat of the Habsburg dynasty, whose patronage left a ring of Baroque palaces, museums and the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral. The 19th-century Ringstraße replaced the city walls with a grand boulevard lined with opera house, parliament and town hall. Today Vienna balances its imperial legacy with a contemporary edge in design districts like the MuseumsQuartier and a thriving coffee-house culture that UNESCO recognises as an intangible cultural heritage.

El mejor momento para visitar

Guía completa de Wien →

Los mejores meses

Late May, June and September offer warm days (20–25°C), long daylight hours and fewer crowds than July–August, with the city's parks and outdoor wine taverns (Heurigen) fully open.

Peak / Festival Surge

July–August and December are peak. July sees high tourist numbers and warm (often 30°C+) weather; December is dominated by the Christmas markets. Hotel prices can double in December and rise 30–40% in July. Key events: the Vienna Jazz Festival (July) and Advent markets (Dec).

La temporada del hombro

April and October are the best budget shoulder months. April has mild temperatures (10–15°C) and blooming city parks; October offers golden autumn light, fewer tourists and hotel rates 20–30% cheaper than summer. Both months avoid peak-season surcharges.

Tiempo y embalaje

Vienna's climate can flip from warm sunshine to a sharp thunderstorm in under an hour, even in summer. Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket and a thin layer (e.g., a linen-blend cardigan) for cooler evenings.

Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Wien

  • The U2 metro line remains closed between Schottenring and Karlsplatz until 2026 for full reconstruction; use trams 1, 2 or D as alternatives through the Ringstraße loop.
  • The Albertina Museum is open until 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays through summer 2026, extending access to its Albrecht Dürer collection and rotating photography exhibitions.
  • Vienna introduced a ban on single-use plastic packaging in all city-run food markets and events from June 2026 — bring a reusable water bottle to refill at the city's 1,000+ public fountains.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to The Weekend Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a higher floor (4th or above) facing the courtyard to avoid street noise from Halbgasse. These rooms are generally quieter and benefit from less foot traffic.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground and 1st floor rooms on the Halbgasse side — they catch the most pavement-level noise from trams, late-night bars, and rubbish collection. Also skip rooms near the single lift shaft; the motor hum can be audible in adjacent rooms.

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Best views

Rooms on the upper floors (3–5) facing Halbgasse offer a view of the street life and historic facades. Those on the courtyard side are more private but look onto a typical Viennese courtyard (often quiet).

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5 (topmost likely) — further from the street and lift traffic that tends to cluster at lower levels.

🔊 Noise notes

Halbgasse is a busy residential street with trams (Line 5 runs nearby), bars on Neubaugasse just around the corner, and restaurant deliveries. Weekend nights see some pedestrian chatter until late.

Insider tips

Ask for a room on the courtyard side (German: 'Hofseite') on floors 3–5 when booking — it’s the quietest option. If you're bringing a car, skip the hotel's limited paid parking and use the Park & Ride at Erdberg (U3) instead; it’s cheaper and connects directly via the U-Bahn.

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

Instalaciones hoteleras — The Weekend Hotel

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Wi-Fi

Free, no login needed. Speeds around 50 Mbps down. Two devices per room.

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all four floors. No stairs‑only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

No print papers or digital newsstand. Building was a 19th‑century factory; exposed brick in lobby.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check‑in from 14:00, check‑out by 11:00. Bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check‑out until 14:00 costs €25; after 14:00, one extra night charged.

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Baggage Storage

Free in locked luggage room behind reception. Open 08:00–22:00.

Accessibility

Step‑free from street via ramp at side entrance (ring bell). Lift to all floors. Room 101 has wider doorways and a roll‑in shower. No grab bars in standard rooms.

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Parking

No on‑site parking. Nearest public garage: Parkgarage Neubaugasse (Neubaugasse 23), ~€25/24h, 3‑min walk. No EV charging on premises.

Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos

City / tourist tax: €3.22 per person per night (included in rate for most bookings; ask if separate)

Deposit & card hold: Pay full prepayment at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check‑in

Faith & Dietary cerca de

  • Church: Kirche Maria vom Siege (345 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Vienna Evangeliums Gemeinde (357 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Zum Göttlichen Heiland (573 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Mosque: UIKZ (576 m · ~7 min walk)

Estilo de vida y recreación local

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Shopping

Vio Plaza — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk

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Walking & Running

Minna-Lachs-Park — 400 m · ~5 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Museum für Verhütung und Schwangerschaftsabbruch — 82 m · ~1 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Orientalisches Tanzstudio — 131 m · ~2 min walk

5 minutos de radio esenciales

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 87 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Heilborn Apotheke — 100 m · ~1 min walk

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Convenience Store

Mei Shi Shop & Eat — 446 m · ~6 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Westbahnhof — 83 m · ~1 min walk

Dinero y moneda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Travellers can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices in the city centre. Be aware that exchanging money at airports or tourist bureaux may come with poor exchange rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit/debit cards are widely accepted, including contactless payments, but some small shops may only accept cash. Mobile payment options like Apple Pay or Google Pay are also common.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service, especially in restaurants. For taxis, rounding up the fare or leaving 1-2 euros is sufficient.

Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto

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Cheap coffee

A coffee from a local café costs around 2-3 euros.

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Best-value lunch

A typical Wiener Würstel (hot dog) from a street vendor costs around 3-4 euros.

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Affordable dinner

A budget-friendly dinner at a traditional Austrian restaurant, like a Gasthaus, can cost around 15-20 euros for a main course.

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food options are common in areas like Naschmarkt and around the city centre.

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Budget groceries

Supermarkt chains like Spar, Billa, and Hofer are common in this area.

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Affordable clothes

High-street shopping can be found along the Mariahilfer Straße and around the city centre, with affordable options like H&M and C&A.

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Cheapest way around

A single ticket for public transport costs around 2.20 euros, but a day pass can be purchased for around 7.60 euros.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a Vienna City Card for discounts on public transport and attractions, consider purchasing a reusable coffee cup for discounts at cafes, and avoid eating at touristy restaurants.

bueno saber — 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
3
Le Petit Café Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Pizza Bizi pizza
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
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
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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 The Weekend Hotel

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

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 87 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Heilborn Apotheke — 100 m · ~1 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →
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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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Preguntas frecuentes

What are the best rooms at The Weekend Hotel?

Request a higher floor (4th or above) facing the courtyard to avoid street noise from Halbgasse. These rooms are generally quieter and benefit from less foot traffic.

Which rooms should I avoid at The Weekend Hotel?

Avoid ground and 1st floor rooms on the Halbgasse side — they catch the most pavement-level noise from trams, late-night bars, and rubbish collection. Also skip rooms near the single lift shaft; the motor hum can be audible in adjacent rooms.

Is The Weekend Hotel noisy?

Halbgasse is a busy residential street with trams (Line 5 runs nearby), bars on Neubaugasse just around the corner, and restaurant deliveries. Weekend nights see some pedestrian chatter until late.

Which rooms have the best views at The Weekend Hotel?

Rooms on the upper floors (3–5) facing Halbgasse offer a view of the street life and historic facades. Those on the courtyard side are more private but look onto a typical Viennese courtyard (often quiet).

What are insider tips for staying at The Weekend Hotel?

Ask for a room on the courtyard side (German: 'Hofseite') on floors 3–5 when booking — it’s the quietest option. If you're bringing a car, skip the hotel's limited paid parking and use the Park & Ride at Erdberg (U3) instead; it’s cheaper and connects directly via the U-Bahn.

What time is check-in at The Weekend Hotel?

Check-in at The Weekend Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does The Weekend Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free, no login needed. Speeds around 50 Mbps down. Two devices per room.

Is there a city or tourist tax at The Weekend Hotel?

€3.22 per person per night (included in rate for most bookings; ask if separate)

Where can I eat cheaply near The Weekend Hotel?

A typical Wiener Würstel (hot dog) from a street vendor costs around 3-4 euros.

What is the cheapest way to get around from The Weekend Hotel?

A single ticket for public transport costs around 2.20 euros, but a day pass can be purchased for around 7.60 euros.

When is the best time to visit Wien?

Late May, June and September offer warm days (20–25°C), long daylight hours and fewer crowds than July–August, with the city's parks and outdoor wine taverns (Heurigen) fully open.

Principales atracciones en 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.

ℹ️ Nota de datos: La información se basa en datos públicos, análisis de IA y fuentes de Internet. Los detalles, incluidas la configuración de las habitaciones, los precios, los horarios de apertura y las listas de eventos, pueden ser inexactos o desactualizados.
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  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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