🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
Apartment Galleria
📍 148, Lerchenfelder Straße, Wien, 1080
Your stay — Apartment Galleria
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The Property — Apartment Galleria
Apartment Galleria is a straightforward, no-frills 3-star in Vienna’s bustling 7th district, steps from the Museum Quarter and Mariahilfer Strasse. The lobby is small and functional — think tiled floors, a reception desk, a lift — and the real draw is location over luxury. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, self-contained base for a short city break rather than hotel amenities.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp called Vindobona, growing into the seat of the Habsburg dynasty and a capital of the Holy Roman Empire. Its Ringstrasse, built from 1857, circles the core with grand buildings like the Opera and Parliament, reflecting 19th-century imperial ambition. The city reinvented itself as a modern, neutral metropolis after 1955, now balancing its coffee-house tradition with cutting-edge design and a strong music scene. Contemporary Vienna is a UNESCO City of Design, known for social housing, green space and a high quality of life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May, June and September — mild temperatures, long daylight and fewer crowds than July/August. The city’s parks and outdoor cafes are at their best without peak heat.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist months driven by school holidays and festivals like the Jazz Wien summer series. Hotel prices across the city can rise 20-30% off-season rates. You’ll queue at major sights like Schönbrunn.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer discounted room rates, cooler walks along the Donaukanal, and the mild start or end of café-terrace season. Crowds thin noticeably after September.
Weather & packing
Vienna’s summers are warm but can bring sudden rain showers, even in July. Pack a light jacket or umbrella every day, and comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and museum floors.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- From late June 2026, Vienna’s U1 metro line has partial weekend closures for track upgrades between Praterstern and Reumannplatz; check Wiener Linien for alternates.
- The Albertina Museum has opened a new dedicated gallery for its Edvard Munch collection through late 2026, expanding its permanent display.
- July 2026 sees the opening of the expanded ‘Tröpferlbad’ sauna complex in the 10th district, but no major city-wide disruption is expected during your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apartment Galleria, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. Courtyard-facing rooms typically get morning light and are quieter than street-facing ones.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Lerchenfelder Straße. They catch direct street noise, foot traffic from the ground-floor entrance, and can lack privacy due to low height. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — you’ll hear the mechanism.
Best views
If you want a scene, ask for a higher floor facing Lerchenfelder Straße — you’ll see the busy street life and architecture of the 1080 district. For a quieter outlook, courtyard views give you a peek into local Viennese backyards.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are your quietest bet. Above the street-level bustle, below potential roof noise, and less foot traffic from the lobby and stairwell.
🔊 Noise notes
Lerchenfelder Straße is a main road in the 8th district with tram lines nearby. Trams run from early morning to late evening, so street-facing rooms get a low rumble and occasional bell noise. The building’s old construction (typical for this area) means windows may not be double-glazed — check when booking.
Insider tips
If you’re sensitive to noise, request a top-floor courtyard room during booking and confirm it. Also, the 8th district has excellent U-Bahn (U2 stop at Rathaus or U6 at Josefstädter Straße) — walk to either in 10-12 mins, avoiding a taxi ride that gets stuck in inner-city traffic.
- 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 — Apartment Galleria
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 30 Mbps; no login or voucher needed
One small lift serves all three floors, but the front entrance has one step (staff will assist).
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand. The building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original stucco ceilings in most apartments.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 subject to staff availability. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 30 EUR (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage for same-day guests before check-in or after check-out
Not step-free: one step at main entrance and lift is narrow (approx 75 cm wide). Wheelchair users may struggle with bathroom doors. Ground-floor apartment available on request.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Parkgarage Lerchenfelder (entrance approx 200m away) at 20 EUR per 24h; no EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.2% of net accommodation cost per person per night (payable on arrival); mandatory
Deposit & card hold: A 100 EUR refundable deposit is held on your credit card at check-in; no advance deposit required
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kirche der Siebenten-Tags Adventisten (253 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Džemat BOSNA (467 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Bish (550 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Heilig-Geist-Kapelle (682 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Einkaufszentrum Hernals — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Josef-Strauß-Park — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Wiener Schuhmuseum — 576 m · ~7 min walk
Theater im Werkraum — 689 m · ~9 min walk
Hamerlingpark — 635 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 292 m · ~4 min walk
Weltapotheke — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Raman Markt — 36 m · ~1 min walk
Thaliastraße — 274 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Currency exchange offices (Wechselstuben) are available at airports, but rates are often poor. Consider exchanging at banks or withdrawing from ATMs instead.
Contactless payments are widely accepted, including at many public transportation ticket machines. Mobile payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants and bars. Taxi drivers do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a local café typically costs around 2-3 EUR.
A self-service lunch at a local canteen or food court costs around 5-7 EUR.
A main course at a budget restaurant costs around 12-15 EUR.
Neubau and Landstraße have many street food options, including kebab shops and Asian eateries.
Billa and Spar are common budget supermarket chains in the area.
Markthalle Neubau and the nearby flea market have affordable high-street and second-hand shopping options.
A single ticket for public transportation costs 2.20 EUR. A day pass costs 7.60 EUR.
Buy a Wiener Linien ticket for unlimited public transportation, consider purchasing a City Card for discounts on attractions, and take advantage of happy hour deals at local bars and cafes.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Wien, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apartment Galleria
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 292 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Weltapotheke — 227 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Wien Mitte (Landstraße)
💡 Take the cheaper S-Bahn (S7) instead — €4.40, only 25 minutes. CAT is fast but overpriced unless you need luggage space.
Stephansplatz (U1) → Karlsplatz (U4) → Hotel Johann Strauss (nearest: Karlsplatz or Kettenbrückengasse)
💡 Buy a 24-hour pass (€8) if you're using public transport more than three times — machines at every station take coins or card.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Hotel Johann Strauss (Favoritenstraße 12, 1040)
💡 Avoid touts at arrivals; use the official taxi stand or pre-book with 'Taxi 40100'. Pay cash to skip card surcharge.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Oper (near Hotel Johann Strauss)
💡 Ask the driver for a 'Kurzstrecke' if you're only going a few stops — not advertised but cheaper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apartment Galleria?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. Courtyard-facing rooms typically get morning light and are quieter than street-facing ones.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apartment Galleria?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Lerchenfelder Straße. They catch direct street noise, foot traffic from the ground-floor entrance, and can lack privacy due to low height. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — you’ll hear the mechanism.
Is Apartment Galleria noisy?
Lerchenfelder Straße is a main road in the 8th district with tram lines nearby. Trams run from early morning to late evening, so street-facing rooms get a low rumble and occasional bell noise. The building’s old construction (typical for this area) means windows may not be double-glazed — check when booking.
Which rooms have the best views at Apartment Galleria?
If you want a scene, ask for a higher floor facing Lerchenfelder Straße — you’ll see the busy street life and architecture of the 1080 district. For a quieter outlook, courtyard views give you a peek into local Viennese backyards.
What are insider tips for staying at Apartment Galleria?
If you’re sensitive to noise, request a top-floor courtyard room during booking and confirm it. Also, the 8th district has excellent U-Bahn (U2 stop at Rathaus or U6 at Josefstädter Straße) — walk to either in 10-12 mins, avoiding a taxi ride that gets stuck in inner-city traffic.
What time is check-in at Apartment Galleria?
Check-in at Apartment Galleria is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apartment Galleria have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 30 Mbps; no login or voucher needed
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apartment Galleria?
3.2% of net accommodation cost per person per night (payable on arrival); mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Apartment Galleria?
A self-service lunch at a local canteen or food court costs around 5-7 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apartment Galleria?
A single ticket for public transportation costs 2.20 EUR. A day pass costs 7.60 EUR.
When is the best time to visit Wien?
May, June and September — mild temperatures, long daylight and fewer crowds than July/August. The city’s parks and outdoor cafes are at their best without peak heat.
Top Attractions in Wien
💡 Go on Saturday morning for the adjacent flea market (Flohmarkt) – you can find vintage postcards and oddities for a euro. Avoid midday on weekends; it's packed.
💡 Stand just inside the main door and look up to see the stone pulpit. Free guided tours in English at 2pm on Saturdays (check schedule). Catacombs tour costs extra but is very short.
💡 Enter from the lower gate near Rennweg. The back garden behind the Lower Belvedere has a small, quiet area with benches – good for a peaceful break.
💡 Cross the street to the Kalke village – a small, artsy market with affordable street food. The best photo spot is from the corner of Kegelgasse across the street.
💡 Arrive just before sunset. The crowds thin out and the light hits the palace facade beautifully. Bring a picnic blanket.