🇦🇹 Graz, Austria
Anno 1903
📍 20, Kindermanngasse, Graz, 8020
Your stay — Anno 1903
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The Property — Anno 1903
The Anno 1903 is a three-star hotel in a solid 1903 townhouse a few minutes’ walk from Graz’s main square. The lobby feels like a time capsule that’s been lightly refreshed: high ceilings, original floor tiles, a big clock on the wall, and a front desk that’s genuinely helpful. Rooms are compact but clean, with decent soundproofing and modern bathrooms. It’s a practical base for travellers who care more about location and price than designer fixtures.
Chronicles of Graz
Graz began as a Slovenian settlement, grew into a medieval trading hub under the Habsburgs, and became the seat of Inner Austria in the 15th century. Its Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings preserved largely intact. The Schlossberg hill—crowned with a clock tower that survived Napoleon’s demolition orders—defines the skyline. Today the city is known as Austria’s culinary capital (think Styrian pumpkin-seed oil) and as a young, university-driven tech and design hub, with a relaxed, walkable centre that straddles tradition and modernity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Graz guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm without July’s crowds, outdoor dining and Schlossberg walks are ideal, and the city feels buzzy but not jammed.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak for summer festivals (Styriarte concert series, La Strada street theatre). Hotels can jump 30-50% above shoulder-season rates; book well in advance. August also sees the busy Graz Festival.
Budget shoulder season
April, October – cheaper rooms (often 20-30% below peak), mild weather, fewer tourists. April can be rainy; October delivers crisp autumn light and harvest food markets.
Weather & packing
Graz is prone to sudden summer thunderstorms, especially in July—dry and bright in the morning, heavy showers by late afternoon. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for the cobbled streets and Schlossberg steps.
Live City Briefing — Graz
- The Graz tram network has had minor line closures in the city centre for track renewal through summer 2026; check the Graz Linien app for real-time route changes near the hotel.
- New bike-sharing stations have opened along the Mur river promenade, making it easier to cycle from the hotel to the Augarten park or the Kunsthaus.
- Several restaurants on Prokopigasse (near the hotel) added outdoor seating for 2026, so dinner options are more spacious than last year.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Anno 1903, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and avoid street noise from Kindermanngasse.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors overlooking Kindermanngasse. Street noise and passing trams can be intrusive, especially in the morning.
Best views
Rooms facing the courtyard give a peaceful outlook over the inner block. Street-side rooms look onto Kindermanngasse, a residential street with some vehicle and tram noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are furthest from street traffic and ground-floor noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Kindermanngasse is a main feeder road near Graz's centre. Trams run close by (line 3, stop around 200m away), and morning traffic peaks around 7–9am. The hotel has no bar but the entrance area can echo in the hallway.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, book a spot in the hotel's limited private parking — it's tight but beats street parking in the zone. 2) Request a top-floor courtyard room when booking, as that combination is rarely available online.
- 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 — Anno 1903
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; ~30 Mbps download; no login required (open SSID 'Anno1903')
Small lift (2 persons) serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered
Check-in 14:00–22:00; bag drop from 10:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 €25 (subject to availability)
Free at front desk during opening hours (07:00–23:00); locked room available after hours
Step-free entry from street (ramp at main door); lift access to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab rails
No on-site parking; nearest public garage 'Garage Lend' at 5-minute walk (€18/24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for all guests over 15)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Baptistengemeinde Graz (256 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Elisabethinenklosterkirche hl. Laurentius (444 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Lukas (515 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Pfarrkirche Sankt Andrä (558 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Citypark — 928 m · ~12 min walk
Rösselmühlpark — 293 m · ~4 min walk
DruckZeug — 705 m · ~9 min walk
Theater im Bahnhof — 394 m · ~5 min walk
Abenteuerspielplatz Afritschgarten — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 340 m · ~4 min walk
Dreifaltigkeitsapotheke — 198 m · ~2 min walk
AKA Chukwu Afro Shop — 209 m · ~3 min walk
Graz Hauptbahnhof — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and city-centre tourist spots—they give poor rates.
Contactless card is accepted almost everywhere, including taxis and public transport; mobile pay works in most shops.
Round up restaurant bills to the nearest euro or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis and hotel staff: round up or a euro or two.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small filter coffee at a café costs around €2.50–3.00.
Get a Mittagsmenü (lunch menu) at a pub or café for about €8–10, often including soup and a main.
A main course at a simple restaurant runs €10–14.
Look for Würstelstände (sausage stands) or kebab shops on the main shopping streets for quick, filling eats under €5.
Spar and Billa are the common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Affordable high-street clothes are found on Annenstraße and at the shopping centre Murpark, accessible by tram.
A single tram ticket costs €2.60; a 24-hour pass is about €5.60. The cheapest way from the airport is bus line 640 (€2.60) into the city centre.
Buy a 24-hour transport pass if you plan more than two rides in a day. Shop at Spar for picnic supplies rather than eating out every meal. Fill water bottles for free at public fountains around the city.
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 Anno 1903
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 340 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Dreifaltigkeitsapotheke — 198 m · ~2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Anno 1903?
Request a room on the third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and avoid street noise from Kindermanngasse.
Which rooms should I avoid at Anno 1903?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors overlooking Kindermanngasse. Street noise and passing trams can be intrusive, especially in the morning.
Is Anno 1903 noisy?
Kindermanngasse is a main feeder road near Graz's centre. Trams run close by (line 3, stop around 200m away), and morning traffic peaks around 7–9am. The hotel has no bar but the entrance area can echo in the hallway.
Which rooms have the best views at Anno 1903?
Rooms facing the courtyard give a peaceful outlook over the inner block. Street-side rooms look onto Kindermanngasse, a residential street with some vehicle and tram noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Anno 1903?
1) If arriving by car, book a spot in the hotel's limited private parking — it's tight but beats street parking in the zone. 2) Request a top-floor courtyard room when booking, as that combination is rarely available online.
What time is check-in at Anno 1903?
Check-in at Anno 1903 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Anno 1903 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; ~30 Mbps download; no login required (open SSID 'Anno1903')
Is there a city or tourist tax at Anno 1903?
€1.50 per person per night (tourist tax, mandatory for all guests over 15)
Where can I eat cheaply near Anno 1903?
Get a Mittagsmenü (lunch menu) at a pub or café for about €8–10, often including soup and a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Anno 1903?
A single tram ticket costs €2.60; a 24-hour pass is about €5.60. The cheapest way from the airport is bus line 640 (€2.60) into the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Graz?
May, June, September – warm without July’s crowds, outdoor dining and Schlossberg walks are ideal, and the city feels buzzy but not jammed.
Top Attractions 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.