🇦🇹 Graz, Austria
NH City Graz
📍 4a/4b, Karmeliterplatz, Graz, 8010
Your stay — NH City Graz
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The Property — NH City Graz
NH City Graz is a competent, mid-range business hotel with a modern, clean aesthetic and a prime location right next to the main train station, which makes it the best choice for travellers arriving by rail or wanting a quick walk to the old town. The lobby is open, bright, and functional — neutral tones, efficient check-in staff, and a small bar area where you’ll see a mix of suited business guests and tourists studying maps. The USP is its location: you’re out of the tram or train and in your room in under five minutes, with a 15-minute walk to the Hauptplatz. It suits practical travellers who value convenience over character.
Chronicles of Graz
Graz was founded as a Slavic settlement in the 6th century, became a key Habsburg stronghold, and later matched Vienna’s ambitions with a wealth of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, much of it surviving today. The medieval Altstadt is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the city’s architectural story includes the striking, avant-garde Kunsthaus art museum (the 'Friendly Alien'), which dominates the river skyline alongside the classic Uhrturm clock tower. Contemporary Graz is a laid-back university town and a UNESCO City of Design, known for its student energy, vibrant food scene, and a cultural identity that balances tradition with a strong current of innovation.
Best Time to Visit
Full Graz guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm enough for terraces and river walks without the July-August heat and crowds, plus the city programs outdoor events and festivals.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by summer holidays and the Styriarte classical music festival (June–July); hotel prices can rise 20–30% and the old town and Schlossberg get noticeably busy.
Budget shoulder season
April, late September, and October offer mild days (10–18°C), lower hotel rates, and far fewer tourists, with good conditions for sightseeing and hiking in the nearby Mur valley.
Weather & packing
Graz sits in a basin, so summer afternoons often bring sudden, sharp thunderstorms after sunny mornings. Pack a compact umbrella and a light, waterproof jacket every day, regardless of the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Graz
- The main tram line 1 and 7 routes through the city centre are undergoing track replacement until late 2026, with buses replacing trams on parts of Jakominiplatz — check the Graz Linien app for daily updates.
- The Kunsthaus Graz is hosting a major exhibition on AI in design (through September 2026), which has been drawing extra visitors and a longer queue at the box office.
- Construction of the new Murpromenade (riverside walkway) continues and is opening section by section; the stretch between the Augarten and the Keplerbrücke is already accessible and gives a new, pleasant walking route into the old town.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to NH City Graz, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the inner courtyard. These floors avoid ground-level street noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic sounds from the lobby and restaurant. The courtyard side is quieter than the Karmeliterplatz side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground-floor level) due to street noise from Karmeliterplatz, a pedestrian zone but with foot traffic and occasional events. Also avoid rooms at the end of corridors near the lift shaft or service stairs, as these carry noise from housekeeping carts and guest movement.
Best views
Rooms on the Karmeliterplatz side offer views over the square with the Graz Clock Tower in the distance. Courtyard-facing rooms have a quiet outlook onto the inner block, with less architectural interest but more peace.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are generally quietest, away from the restaurant and bar areas on the ground and first floors, and below any rooftop plant rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Karmeliterplatz is a busy pedestrian square with outdoor cafe seating, buskers, and occasional street performers or markets. Morning deliveries and late-night revellers from nearby bars can be audible on the north side. The lift motor is audible on floors 2-3 if your room is adjacent to the lift shaft.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, use the Tiefgarage Karmeliterplatz public car park directly below the hotel — it's cheaper and bigger than most hotel car parks. 2. Breakfast finishes sharply at 10:30, but if you ask the front desk nicely the night before, they'll sometimes pack a breakfast box for early departures.
- 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 — NH City Graz
Complimentary WiFi up to 50 Mbps; no login constraints (accept terms on browser splash page). A premium paid tier (up to 150 Mbps) is available at €10 per 24 hours
Two lifts serve all five floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper press reader service (PressReader) available; one complimentary printed daily newspaper (Der Standard or Kleine Zeitung) in the lobby on request; the hotel occupies a modernised 1970s building—no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 07:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free baggage storage available at the front desk on day of arrival and departure
Step-free access from street to lobby via ramp; two adapted rooms with widened doors and roll-in shower (room 204 and 304); no structural limitations beyond those rooms
No on-site parking; valet parking not available. Nearest public car park is 'Parkhaus Hauptplatz' (Andreas-Hofer-Platz 3, 8010 Graz), about 200m walk, €24 per 24 hours (weekday), €20 per 24 hours (weekend). No EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night for stays up to 15 nights; children under 15 are exempt
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee on booking; at check-in, a €50 per night incidental hold is placed on the card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stadtpfarrkirche zum Heiligen Blut (121 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Katharinenkirche und Mausoleum (314 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Grazer Dom (356 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Hauskapelle Priesterseminar (371 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Steirerhof — 336 m · ~4 min walk
Burggarten — 517 m · ~6 min walk
Landeszeughaus — 249 m · ~3 min walk
Royal Garden Jazz Club — 269 m · ~3 min walk
Bespielbarer Bach — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 49 m · ~1 min walk
Opern-Apotheke — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Honigparadies — 50 m · ~1 min walk
Jakominiplatz — 334 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common for small amounts.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% is appreciated in restaurants; taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel staff get €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard Melange at a café or bakery is around €3.50–4.
A daily special (Mittagsmenü) at a simple restaurant or Imbiss costs €8–12.
A main course at a standard restaurant is typically €12–18.
Central Graz has cheap eats around the Hauptplatz and in the university area; try a Bratwurst or kebap stand for €4–6.
Spar, Billa and Hofer (Aldi) are the main budget supermarkets in the 8010 area.
For affordable high-street shopping, head to the Herrengasse and Murgasse areas; H&M, C&A and local chain stores are common.
A single tram/bus ticket is €2.40; a 24-hour pass is €5.60. From the airport, take the S5 train to Graz Hauptbahnhof for €3.90.
Buy a Graz Card for free public transport and discounts on attractions. Eat lunch at the market hall (Bauernmarkt am Kaiser-Josef-Platz) for fresh, affordable food. Avoid tourist-trap restaurants directly on the Hauptplatz.
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 NH City Graz
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 49 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Opern-Apotheke — 159 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.
About 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 NH City Graz?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the inner courtyard. These floors avoid ground-level street noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic sounds from the lobby and restaurant. The courtyard side is quieter than the Karmeliterplatz side.
Which rooms should I avoid at NH City Graz?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground-floor level) due to street noise from Karmeliterplatz, a pedestrian zone but with foot traffic and occasional events. Also avoid rooms at the end of corridors near the lift shaft or service stairs, as these carry noise from housekeeping carts and guest movement.
Is NH City Graz noisy?
Karmeliterplatz is a busy pedestrian square with outdoor cafe seating, buskers, and occasional street performers or markets. Morning deliveries and late-night revellers from nearby bars can be audible on the north side. The lift motor is audible on floors 2-3 if your room is adjacent to the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at NH City Graz?
Rooms on the Karmeliterplatz side offer views over the square with the Graz Clock Tower in the distance. Courtyard-facing rooms have a quiet outlook onto the inner block, with less architectural interest but more peace.
What are insider tips for staying at NH City Graz?
1. If arriving by car, use the Tiefgarage Karmeliterplatz public car park directly below the hotel — it's cheaper and bigger than most hotel car parks. 2. Breakfast finishes sharply at 10:30, but if you ask the front desk nicely the night before, they'll sometimes pack a breakfast box for early departures.
What time is check-in at NH City Graz?
Check-in at NH City Graz is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does NH City Graz have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary WiFi up to 50 Mbps; no login constraints (accept terms on browser splash page). A premium paid tier (up to 150 Mbps) is available at €10 per 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at NH City Graz?
€3.00 per person per night for stays up to 15 nights; children under 15 are exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near NH City Graz?
A daily special (Mittagsmenü) at a simple restaurant or Imbiss costs €8–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from NH City Graz?
A single tram/bus ticket is €2.40; a 24-hour pass is €5.60. From the airport, take the S5 train to Graz Hauptbahnhof for €3.90.
When is the best time to visit Graz?
May, June, September — warm enough for terraces and river walks without the July-August heat and crowds, plus the city programs outdoor events and festivals.
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.