Your stay — Scherwirt
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The Property — Scherwirt
The Scherwirt is a solid three-star in Graz's quiet St. Peter district, run by the same family for decades. The lobby feels like a proper Austrian guesthouse: wood-panelled, tidy, with a breakfast room that smells of fresh bread and coffee. It’s no design hotel, but dependable, clean, and the staff actually remember repeat guests. Best for travellers who want a reliable base without city-centre noise.
Chronicles of Graz
Graz began as a medieval fortress town on the Mur River, became the seat of the Habsburg Inner Austrian court, and later a sleepy garrison city. Its Renaissance and Baroque architecture survived WWII largely intact, giving the old town a rare cohesive feel. The Schlossberg hill—a 16th-century fortification turned public park—still anchors the skyline. Today, Graz is a Unesco World Heritage site, a university city with a strong food and design scene, and Austria’s second city by size.
Best Time to Visit
Full Graz guide →Best months
May, June, September. Warm enough for outdoor cafes and Schlossberg walks, but before July’s heat and August’s festival crowds. June has long daylight and the city feels alive but not swamped.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. Graz fills with tourists and locals at the Styriarte classical music festival and the open-air events at the Murinsel. Hotel prices rise 25-40% from shoulder season. Book early or expect to pay over €180/night for a three-star.
Budget shoulder season
April and October. Both months have mild weather (10-18°C), far fewer visitors, and rates drop 30-50% below peak. April can have rain; October brings wine harvest festivals in the surrounding hills.
Weather & packing
Graz’s climate is continental: summers hit 30°C but thunderstorms roll in fast from the Alps. Pack a light rain jacket you can scrunch into a daypack, plus comfortable walking shoes—the old town's cobbles and Schlossberg steps punish thin soles.
Live City Briefing — Graz
- Trams 1, 3, 6 and 7 are being rerouted through 2026 due to track renewal on the Jakominiplatz junction—check routes before heading out, especially from the Scherwirt (tram 7 goes to the hotel's nearest stop, St. Peter).
- The Kunsthaus Graz (friendly alien) will host a big Ai Weiwei retrospective from June 2026—expect queues and timed ticket booking.
- Schlossberg night openings in summer: the lift runs until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays from June 15, making sunset visits easy.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Scherwirt, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (accessible via the ramp at the main entrance) if you have mobility issues or prefer easy access. Alternatively, rooms on the first floor are a good option as the lift is likely to be less busy compared to the second floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift as the doors are only 80 cm wide, which may be challenging for guests with mobility aids. Also, the free on-site parking is limited to 10 cars, so if you arrive late, you may not get a spot.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't offer any notable views, but you can see the surrounding cityscape from the hotel's windows.
Quietest floors
The ground floor is the quietest, but if you prefer a room above the ground floor, the first floor is a better option.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially from passing cars and pedestrians, as the hotel is situated on a main street in Graz. You may also hear some noise from the nearby Murpark garage if you're on the side of the hotel facing it.
Insider tips
Request a voucher for the free Wi-Fi at check-in, and consider using the nearby Garage Murpark for parking if you arrive late, as the on-site parking is limited.
- 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 — Scherwirt
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, speed around 30 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up. Login via voucher given at check-in (no time limit).
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader on a tablet in the lobby; no physical newspapers. The building is a modern annex, with no notable historical quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00 (Sunday from 14:00 to 20:00). Early bag drop possible from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €15.00 per room.
Free of charge at reception for day-of arrival/departure; lockers available on request.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; one ground-floor accessible room available. Lift doors are 80 cm wide. No hearing or visual aids.
Free on-site parking for up to 10 cars (first come, first served; limited). Nearest public garage: 'Garage Murpark' at 10 Stattegger Strasse (€6.00 per night, 5 min walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory local tourist tax, collected at check-in).
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard reservation; a €50 incidentals hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Tropper-Kapelle (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Pfarrkirche St. Veit (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Kapelle Stattegg (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Winterkapelle (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Spielplatz Innerhofersiedlung — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Antonius-Apotheke — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the city centre; avoid the few exchange bureaux near the Hauptbahnhof and airport — terrible rates and fees.
Cards and contactless accepted almost everywhere; smaller cafes and markets may prefer cash under €10.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; taxi drivers round up to nearest euro; hotel staff not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Melange in any café, around €3.50.
Mittagsmenü at a local Gasthaus, around €10–12 for soup and a main.
A main course at a simple pizzeria or Balkan grill, around €12–15.
Standl along Annenstraße and near the Hauptbahnhof for döner or sausage, €4–6.
Hofer (Aldi), Spar, and Billa are the standard budget supermarkets.
H&M, C&A, and the shopping centre at Citypark near the 8045 boundary.
Graz 24-hour ticket €3 (buses and trams in the whole city); from the airport take bus 63 (€2.50 single, no shuttle rip-off) — do not take the overpriced taxi.
Buy bottled water at a Hofer (€0.50) not at kiosks; use the free Schloßberg lift (Stiegenaufzug) instead of the funicular for the hill top; fill bottles at public drinking fountains (safe tap water).
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 Scherwirt
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk — pharmacy · Antonius-Apotheke — 1.6 km · ~20 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 Scherwirt?
Request a room on the ground floor (accessible via the ramp at the main entrance) if you have mobility issues or prefer easy access. Alternatively, rooms on the first floor are a good option as the lift is likely to be less busy compared to the second floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Scherwirt?
Avoid rooms near the lift as the doors are only 80 cm wide, which may be challenging for guests with mobility aids. Also, the free on-site parking is limited to 10 cars, so if you arrive late, you may not get a spot.
Is Scherwirt noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially from passing cars and pedestrians, as the hotel is situated on a main street in Graz. You may also hear some noise from the nearby Murpark garage if you're on the side of the hotel facing it.
Which rooms have the best views at Scherwirt?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't offer any notable views, but you can see the surrounding cityscape from the hotel's windows.
What are insider tips for staying at Scherwirt?
Request a voucher for the free Wi-Fi at check-in, and consider using the nearby Garage Murpark for parking if you arrive late, as the on-site parking is limited.
What time is check-in at Scherwirt?
Check-in at Scherwirt is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Scherwirt have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, speed around 30 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up. Login via voucher given at check-in (no time limit).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Scherwirt?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory local tourist tax, collected at check-in).
Where can I eat cheaply near Scherwirt?
Mittagsmenü at a local Gasthaus, around €10–12 for soup and a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Scherwirt?
Graz 24-hour ticket €3 (buses and trams in the whole city); from the airport take bus 63 (€2.50 single, no shuttle rip-off) — do not take the overpriced taxi.
When is the best time to visit Graz?
May, June, September. Warm enough for outdoor cafes and Schlossberg walks, but before July’s heat and August’s festival crowds. June has long daylight and the city feels alive but not swamped.
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.