🇦🇹 Graz, Austria
Hotel Daniel
📍 Europaplatz 1, Graz, 8020
Your stay — Hotel Daniel
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The Property — Hotel Daniel
Hotel Daniel sits a five-minute walk from the main station in a converted office block: think primary-colour accents, exposed concrete and a big, airy lobby that doubles as a café-bar. It’s functional, cheerful and aimed at the independent traveller who wants clean rooms, fast WiFi and a free bike loan rather than frills. Breakfast is a solid cold buffet, and the rooftop terrace gives you a long view over the city’s red rooftops and the Schlossberg hill.
Chronicles of Graz
Graz began as a small Slavic settlement by the Mur River and grew into the region’s key fortress town under the Habsburgs. Its medieval Altstadt survived 20th-century wars largely intact, a dense grid of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings. The 1990s brought a confident modernism – the Kunsthaus’s blue bubble and the Murinsel island – that sits easily beside the 16th-century Landeszeughaus armoury. Today the city balances its UNESCO-listed old centre with a young, student-heavy population and a strong culinary scene centred on the Schilcher wine region to the west.
Best Time to Visit
Full Graz guide →Best months
May and September offer long, warm days without July’s heat and with lighter crowds; October is reliably sunny for autumn walks through the Schlossberg gardens.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak for outdoor festivals and cruise-ship stopovers; hotel prices can jump 30-50% above shoulder rates. The Styriarte classical festival (June–July) and La Strada street theatre (in odd-numbered years) drive summer demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget months: temperatures sit around 10-15°C, rain is moderate, and hotel rates drop noticeably after Easter and before the Christmas markets.
Weather & packing
Graz sits in a basin that traps humidity, so summer afternoons often bring sudden, heavy downpours even on clear days. Always carry a compact waterproof jacket and wear shoes that dry quickly.
Live City Briefing — Graz
- The city’s bike-sharing service, Graz Radl, now has a station directly outside the main station (five minutes from Hotel Daniel), making the free hotel bikes less essential for quick trips into the centre.
- Construction on the new underground tram line along Annenstrasse continues through mid-2026; expect some detours and noise between the station and the old town. The main detour signs are clear in English.
- A new permanent food market, the ‘Markthalle Graz’, opened in late 2025 near the Lend district. It runs daily until 6pm and is a better lunch option than the overpriced stalls at the Hauptplatz on festival days.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Daniel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 overlooking the rear courtyard (away from Europaplatz). These offer the quietest sleep and decent light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from the tram and bus station) and any room facing Europaplatz directly – constant traffic and tram rumble until late.
Best views
Rooms facing Europaplatz have a wide view of the square and Hauptbahnhof – interesting, but noisy. Rear courtyard views are calmer but overlook neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, furthest from street and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Europaplatz is a major transport hub: trams run from 5am to midnight, buses and taxis idle, and the train station adds regular announcements. Weekend nights can have late revellers from the station bar.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room when booking – the hotel often blocks these for quieter guests. 2. If you’re arriving by car, use the Q-Park garage under the station (via Keplerstrasse) – cheaper than the hotel’s own parking if you pre-book 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 — Hotel Daniel
Free basic WiFi (10 Mbps), upgrade to premium (50 Mbps) costs EUR 5 per day; no login portal—password given at check-in
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspapers via PressReader app (login code at reception); no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 07:00 (free); late check-out until 14:00 costs EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Free secure storage in lobby luggage room; 24/7 access via front desk
Step-free access from Europaplatz via ramp; lift to all floors; wheelchair-adapted room available on request (1 room per floor); no structural barriers at entrance or restaurant
No hotel parking; nearest public car park is 'Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof' (Europaplatz 2, 50m) at EUR 18 per 24h (weekday), EUR 20 per 24h (weekend). No EV charging on-site—public chargers at Hauptbahnhof (2 Type 2, 1 CCS)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 2.00 per person per night (excluding children under 15)
Deposit & card hold: EUR 50 credit card hold at check-in for incidentals; no advance deposit required for standard bookings
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Lazaristenkirche zur Schmerzhaften Mutter (578 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Kirche der Barmherzigen Schwestern (616 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Kreuzkirche (763 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Friedensstupa (818 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Anna Passage — 188 m · ~2 min walk
Wasserturmpark — 403 m · ~5 min walk
infowelt Koralmbahn — 97 m · ~1 min walk
Kammersäle — 770 m · ~10 min walk
Kinderspielplatz Marienwiese — 851 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Bahnhof Apotheke — 93 m · ~1 min walk
Karim Supermarkt — 164 m · ~2 min walk
Graz Hauptbahnhof — 116 m · ~1 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 Hotel Daniel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Bahnhof Apotheke — 93 m · ~1 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 Hotel Daniel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 overlooking the rear courtyard (away from Europaplatz). These offer the quietest sleep and decent light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Daniel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from the tram and bus station) and any room facing Europaplatz directly – constant traffic and tram rumble until late.
Is Hotel Daniel noisy?
Europaplatz is a major transport hub: trams run from 5am to midnight, buses and taxis idle, and the train station adds regular announcements. Weekend nights can have late revellers from the station bar.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Daniel?
Rooms facing Europaplatz have a wide view of the square and Hauptbahnhof – interesting, but noisy. Rear courtyard views are calmer but overlook neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Daniel?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room when booking – the hotel often blocks these for quieter guests. 2. If you’re arriving by car, use the Q-Park garage under the station (via Keplerstrasse) – cheaper than the hotel’s own parking if you pre-book online.
What time is check-in at Hotel Daniel?
Check-in at Hotel Daniel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Daniel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (10 Mbps), upgrade to premium (50 Mbps) costs EUR 5 per day; no login portal—password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Daniel?
EUR 2.00 per person per night (excluding children under 15)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Daniel?
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 Hotel Daniel?
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 and September offer long, warm days without July’s heat and with lighter crowds; October is reliably sunny for autumn walks through the Schlossberg gardens.
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.