🇦🇹 Linz, Austria
Hotel Lokomotive
📍 Weingartshofstraße 40, Linz, 4020
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Your stay — Hotel Lokomotive
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The Property — Hotel Lokomotive
Hotel Lokomotive trades on its name — expect a no-nonsense, railway-themed interior a five-minute walk from Linz main station. The lobby greets you with dark wood, brass fittings and model trains under glass. It suits frugal travellers who prioritise tram connections over frills; the USP is clean, efficient rooms at a fair price for a city-centre base.
Chronicles of Linz
Linz began as a Roman fort called Lentia and grew into a key Danube trading port. Its architectural layers stack Gothic churches next to Baroque facades and Brucknerhaus concert hall. The city rebuilt heavily after WWII, leaving a functionalist centre, and reinvented itself as a tech and arts capital — home to the Ars Electronica festival and a sizeable University of Art and Industrial Design. Today it's a quiet, liveable city of 200,000, often overshadowed by Vienna and Salzburg.
Best Time to Visit
Full Linz guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm days (20-24°C), low rain and far fewer tourists than July-August. The Danube cycle path is in full swing and outdoor café terraces are open but not packed.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by the Ars Electronica festival (early Sept actually draws more, but July brings general European school holidays). Hotel prices spike 30-50% above shoulder rates; the Brucknerhaus and Lentos museum see long queues.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October deliver mild weather (10-18°C), big discounts at city hotels and half the crowd — especially midweek. Oktoberfest in Linz doesn't pack the same punch as Munich, so rooms are easier to find.
Weather & packing
Linz has a continental climate with surprise thundershowers — a sudden downpour can soak you in ten minutes. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket even if the forecast says blue sky, and sturdy walking shoes for the cobbled alleys.
Live City Briefing — Linz
- The tram line 2 extension to the new Universität Krankenhaus site is complete; check for minor route changes around Hauptbahnhof during July 2026.
- Lentos Kunstmuseum is hosting a major exhibition on 20th-century Austrian photography from June to October 2026 — expect longer opening hours and possible timed tickets.
- A temporary construction closure of the main pedestrian bridge over the Danube (Eisenbahnbrücke) began in spring 2026; use the Nibelungenbrücke or ferry instead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Lokomotive, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Weingartshofstraße). These upper floors are above the lift noise and offer a quieter experience, with less street sound from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors facing Weingartshofstraße. These are closest to the tram line and traffic noise, and the lower floors pick up street-level sounds more sharply. Rooms near the lift shaft on these floors can also hear the mechanical hum.
Best views
The best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floor 4. You’ll see the hotel’s rear courtyard and surrounding rooftops—no traffic, just urban calm. Street-facing rooms offer views of Weingartshofstraße and the tram line, which is less scenic and more noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. They sit above the main street noise, and the lift noise is less intrusive due to distance from the shaft. These floors are also high enough to avoid ground-floor service sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
Weingartshofstraße has regular tram traffic from the Linz tram network, plus buses and cars. The hotel is near the main train station (Linz Hauptbahnhof), so there’s occasional railway noise in the air, but the tram is the primary local source. The lift is a standard mechanical model, audible on lower floors near the shaft.
Insider tips
1. Parking is tight around here: use the nearby Parkhaus Weingartshof (paid) or ask the hotel for a reserved spot if they offer one. 2. Check in early (around 2pm) to secure a courtyard room; they’re few and book fast. 3. The hotel does not have a proper restaurant; there’s a solid Gasthaus two doors down for dinner.
- 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 Lokomotive
Free for all guests; typical speed ~15 Mbps down (sufficient for browsing/email); login via room number and surname
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Two complimentary print newspapers (Kronen Zeitung, Oberösterreichische Nachrichten) available at breakfast buffet; no digital newsstand
14:00–22:00 standard (later arrivals by prior arrangement); early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late checkout until 12:00 costs €15
Free at reception after checkout or before check-in
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; one ground-floor accessible room (Room 101) with roll-in shower; lift width 80 cm standard
Limited on-site parking (6 spaces, first-come basis, €10/night); nearest public car park: Tiefgarage Froschberg (Humboldtstraße 10, 5 min walk, €15/24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory local tourist tax, paid at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: None required; at check-in a €50 credit card hold for incidentals (refunded at checkout if no extras)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kreuzschwesternkirche (978 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Kirche Göttliches Kind Jesu (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Herz-Jesu-Kirche (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Kirche der barmherzigen Brüder zur unbefleckten Empfängnis Mariae (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Atrium City Center — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Bahnhofplatz — 162 m · ~2 min walk
NORDICO Stadtmuseum Linz — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Musiktheater Linz — 714 m · ~9 min walk
Kinder- und Jugendspielplatz - Bergschlösslpark — 317 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Time Apotheke — 254 m · ~3 min walk
AL QUDS Markt — 796 m · ~10 min walk
Linz Hauptbahnhof — 244 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (e.g., Sparkasse, Raiffeisen) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or main train station, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa, Mastercard, and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including supermarkets, restaurants, and public transport. Carry some cash for small bakeries or market stalls.
Round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants (not obligatory but appreciated). Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel porters: €1–2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Melange (Austrian-style cappuccino) from any bakery or a coffee-house counter costs around €3.50.
A daily lunch menu (Mittagsmenü) with soup and main from a Gasthaus or a supermarket deli counter costs €7–10.
A main course at a family-run Beisl or pizza place usually runs €10–14.
Linzer Leberkäse from a stand in the Landstraße pedestrian zone or Würstelstand (sausage stand) near the train station; a sausage with bread and mustard is about €4–5.
Spar, Hofer (Aldi), and Billa are the most common budget supermarkets in the Weingartshof area.
Peek & Cloppenburg, C&A, and H&M on Landstraße; second-hand (Caritas) shops near the centre offer bargains.
The 24-hour city ticket (€5.50) covers all trams and buses. From the airport (Vienna), take the Westbahn train (€17–23) from Wien Hauptbahnhof rather than the private shuttle.
Buy a Linz Card for free museum entry and discounts – pick it up at the tourist office. Avoid eating directly on Hauptplatz; walk a block to side streets for better value. Fill a reusable water bottle from public fountains (all drinkable).
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💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Linz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Lokomotive
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Time Apotheke — 254 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Hauptbahnhof (Busterminal) → Untere Donaulände (stop: 'Donauheimgasse' or 'Pfarrplatz')
💡 Get a Tageskarte (day pass) for €5.80 if you’ll make more than two trips. Validate once on the tram—yes, it’s enforced, fine is €100.
Hauptbahnhof (tram stop) → Taubenmarkt (for hotel)
💡 Trams are clean and reliable. From Taubenmarkt, walk east along Hauptplatz then left onto Untere Donaulände—the hotel is on the river bank, 350 metres. Avoid the 11pm tram if you're in a rush; late-night trams run less often.
Linz Airport (Hörsching) → Arte Hotel Linz (Untere Donaulände 10-14)
💡 Avoid taxis queued at the airport if you can—they charge a premium. Pre-book via Taxi 401 or use the Uber app for a fixed fare around €20-25.
Linz Airport Bus Stop → Hauptbahnhof (main train station)
💡 From Hauptbahnhof, take tram 1 or 2 towards 'Landgutstraße' and alight at 'Taubenmarkt'—the hotel is a 4-min walk. Buy a single ticket at the airport machine; avoid buying on the bus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Lokomotive?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Weingartshofstraße). These upper floors are above the lift noise and offer a quieter experience, with less street sound from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Lokomotive?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors facing Weingartshofstraße. These are closest to the tram line and traffic noise, and the lower floors pick up street-level sounds more sharply. Rooms near the lift shaft on these floors can also hear the mechanical hum.
Is Hotel Lokomotive noisy?
Weingartshofstraße has regular tram traffic from the Linz tram network, plus buses and cars. The hotel is near the main train station (Linz Hauptbahnhof), so there’s occasional railway noise in the air, but the tram is the primary local source. The lift is a standard mechanical model, audible on lower floors near the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Lokomotive?
The best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floor 4. You’ll see the hotel’s rear courtyard and surrounding rooftops—no traffic, just urban calm. Street-facing rooms offer views of Weingartshofstraße and the tram line, which is less scenic and more noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Lokomotive?
1. Parking is tight around here: use the nearby Parkhaus Weingartshof (paid) or ask the hotel for a reserved spot if they offer one. 2. Check in early (around 2pm) to secure a courtyard room; they’re few and book fast. 3. The hotel does not have a proper restaurant; there’s a solid Gasthaus two doors down for dinner.
What time is check-in at Hotel Lokomotive?
Check-in at Hotel Lokomotive is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Lokomotive have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed ~15 Mbps down (sufficient for browsing/email); login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Lokomotive?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory local tourist tax, paid at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Lokomotive?
A daily lunch menu (Mittagsmenü) with soup and main from a Gasthaus or a supermarket deli counter costs €7–10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Lokomotive?
The 24-hour city ticket (€5.50) covers all trams and buses. From the airport (Vienna), take the Westbahn train (€17–23) from Wien Hauptbahnhof rather than the private shuttle.
When is the best time to visit Linz?
May, June and September offer warm days (20-24°C), low rain and far fewer tourists than July-August. The Danube cycle path is in full swing and outdoor café terraces are open but not packed.
Top Attractions in Linz
💡 Rent a 'Citybike Linz' for €1 per hour from the docking stations. Follow the left bank south to see the 'Höhenrausch' art installations on rooftops along the way.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the river. The 'Schlosshof' cafe does a cheap coffee—€2.50—and you get to sit in the courtyard.
💡 Take the Pöstlingbergbahn tram from Hauptplatz—it's steep but part of the public transport ticket. For a free workout, walk up the 'Linzer Höhenweg' trail from the Urfahr side.
💡 Check the website for 'Free Friday' events—they sometimes open certain exhibitions for free after 5pm.
💡 Queue for Deep Space 8K before 10am on a Sunday—it fills up fast. The building's ribbon-like glass facade is worth a photo from the bridge.