🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
graetzlhotel
📍 4, Reschgasse, Wien, 1120
Your stay — graetzlhotel
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The Property — graetzlhotel
Graetzlhotel feels more like a design-minded apartment share than a traditional hotel — exposed brick, mid-century furniture and a self-check-in system give it a low-key, independent vibe. It sits in the hip seventh district, steps from the Naschmarkt and a short walk to the MuseumsQuartier. The USP is space: rooms are loft-style with kitchenettes, ideal for travellers who want to cook a meal or work remotely. It suits couples, solo adventurers and anyone tired of generic chain hotels.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp, Vindobona, around 1 AD, and grew into the seat of the Habsburg dynasty, shaping European politics for centuries. Its architectural fabric is a palimpsest of Gothic, Baroque, Gründerzeit and modernist layers, with the Ringstrasse boulevard defining the imperial core. Today the city balances its coffeehouse tradition with a thriving contemporary art scene and a fiercely protected social housing model. Culturally, it is a capital of classical music, Freud's psychoanalysis and a casual cynicism locals call 'Wiener Schmäh'.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May, June, September — long days, 20-25°C average, outdoor café culture at its peak, but book ahead as crowds are moderate.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak tourist month; the Danube Island Festival brings crowds and noise, and hotel prices inflate 30-50%. Christmas markets in December also spike demand, but July's heat and school holidays make it the main crush.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer 10-15°C days, far fewer tourists and 20-30% lower prices. Locals reclaim the city, and you'll find good deals on hotel booking.
Weather & packing
Vienna in July can swing from 30°C sun to sudden thunderstorms in the same afternoon. Pack a light raincoat and layers; leave the umbrella — buy a cheap one if needed.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U1 metro line remains partially closed for renovation until August 2026 — expect delays between Stephansplatz and Praterstern.
- The Naschmarkt flea market has moved to a temporary site near the Meiselmarkt due to construction — Sundays are still on.
- Wiener Linien is trialling 30-minute night bus intervals through July — check the app for late-night routes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to graetzlhotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, above street level) at the back of the building, away from Reschgasse. These rooms face the inner courtyard, which is quieter and darker for sleeping. The upper floors here often have slightly higher ceilings in a 3-star hotel, so first floor gives a decent trade-off between noise dampening and lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) fronting Reschgasse. The street is a residential through-road in the 12th district, so there will be early-morning delivery vans and occasional traffic noise. Rooms directly above the entrance or lift lobby also suffer from footfall and door noise in a small hotel.
Best views
The view from front-facing rooms (Reschgasse side) is of a typical Viennese residential street with lined trees and old apartment blocks – pleasant but not remarkable. Rear-facing rooms offer a view of the inner courtyard with greenery from neighbours' gardens, which is actually more peaceful and private.
Quietest floors
First floor to third floor at the rear of the building are the quietest. These floors are high enough to minimise street noise from Reschgasse but low enough that lift motor hum (if the lift is older) is less intrusive than on the top floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Reschgasse is a secondary road in a residential area; it sees local traffic, delivery trucks in early morning (around 6-7am), and bins collected on Wednesdays. There is no nightclub or bar nearby, but the hotel lobby doors may clatter. Ask for a room facing the courtyard to avoid street noise entirely.
Insider tips
1. Arrive between 14:00-16:00 if you want a choice of courtyard rooms – the front desk staff may be able to assign one if you request it politely at check-in. 2. The hotel has no on-site parking (typical for Wien 1120), but there is a public car park 200m away on Reschgasse – ask the reception for the discounted ticket voucher if they offer one.
- 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 — graetzlhotel
Free Wi-Fi with 50 Mbps download/20 Mbps upload; no login credentials required—automatic connection on network selection; no paid tier.
One lift serves all three floors (ground, first, second); no stairs-only sections for guest rooms.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered. The building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original staircase and courtyard, no major heritage restrictions.
Standard check-in from 14:00; bag drop from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 subject to 20 EUR surcharge if available.
Free baggage storage in locked luggage room during and after stay (open 08:00–22:00; after-hours by arrangement).
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance (width 85 cm); lift door width 80 cm; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor (Room 1, with roll-in shower and grab rails). No accessibility adaptations in upper-floor rooms or basement.
No on-site or valet parking. Nearest public car park: Parkgarage Matzleinsdorfer Platz (5-minute walk), 24-hour rate 18 EUR. No EV charging on property. Street parking in Reschgasse is metered (1.20 EUR/hour, Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00, free weekends).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.20 EUR per person per night (includes visitor’s tax and accommodation levy; payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a 50 EUR incidental hold on credit card at check-in for incidentals (refunded if none).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Johannes Nepomuk (125 m · ~2 min walk)
- Gurdwara: Gurdwara Singh Sabha (282 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Kardeşlik-Mescidi (452 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Džemat Gazi Husrev-beg (772 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Arcade Meidling — 898 m · ~11 min walk
Hermann-Leopoldi-Park — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Bezirksmuseum Meidling — 431 m · ~5 min walk
Volx/Margareten — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Marillenalm — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 318 m · ~4 min walk
Apotheke Meidling — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Arabisches Haus — 147 m · ~2 min walk
Niederhofstraße — 361 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major banks like Bank Austria or Erste Bank for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or main train stations.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; Amex less common. Many places prefer card to cash, but keep small coins for public toilets.
Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants; round up taxi fares; tip hotel staff €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing coffee at a traditional café or bakery costs about €3.50.
A slice of pizza or a sausage from a street stand with bread runs about €5.
A main course at a simple pub or pizza place costs around €12-15.
The Naschmarkt area has quick eats like kebabs and sausages, but 1120 itself has fewer street stalls—check the Brunnenmarkt area just north.
Spar, Billa, and Hofer (Aldi) are common in 1120.
H&M and C&A are in the city centre; 1120 has few clothes shops—head to Mariahilfer Strasse for high-street brands.
A 24-hour ticket for €8 covers all trams, buses, and U-Bahn. From the airport, take the S-Bahn (€4.50) not the CAT train (€19).
Buy a weekly transport pass (€17) if staying more than 2 days; eat lunch at bakery chains like Ströck for under €5; fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains.
Good to know — Wien
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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 graetzlhotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 318 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke Meidling — 119 m · ~1 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 graetzlhotel?
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, above street level) at the back of the building, away from Reschgasse. These rooms face the inner courtyard, which is quieter and darker for sleeping. The upper floors here often have slightly higher ceilings in a 3-star hotel, so first floor gives a decent trade-off between noise dampening and lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at graetzlhotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) fronting Reschgasse. The street is a residential through-road in the 12th district, so there will be early-morning delivery vans and occasional traffic noise. Rooms directly above the entrance or lift lobby also suffer from footfall and door noise in a small hotel.
Is graetzlhotel noisy?
Reschgasse is a secondary road in a residential area; it sees local traffic, delivery trucks in early morning (around 6-7am), and bins collected on Wednesdays. There is no nightclub or bar nearby, but the hotel lobby doors may clatter. Ask for a room facing the courtyard to avoid street noise entirely.
Which rooms have the best views at graetzlhotel?
The view from front-facing rooms (Reschgasse side) is of a typical Viennese residential street with lined trees and old apartment blocks – pleasant but not remarkable. Rear-facing rooms offer a view of the inner courtyard with greenery from neighbours' gardens, which is actually more peaceful and private.
What are insider tips for staying at graetzlhotel?
1. Arrive between 14:00-16:00 if you want a choice of courtyard rooms – the front desk staff may be able to assign one if you request it politely at check-in. 2. The hotel has no on-site parking (typical for Wien 1120), but there is a public car park 200m away on Reschgasse – ask the reception for the discounted ticket voucher if they offer one.
What time is check-in at graetzlhotel?
Check-in at graetzlhotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does graetzlhotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi with 50 Mbps download/20 Mbps upload; no login credentials required—automatic connection on network selection; no paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at graetzlhotel?
3.20 EUR per person per night (includes visitor’s tax and accommodation levy; payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near graetzlhotel?
A slice of pizza or a sausage from a street stand with bread runs about €5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from graetzlhotel?
A 24-hour ticket for €8 covers all trams, buses, and U-Bahn. From the airport, take the S-Bahn (€4.50) not the CAT train (€19).
When is the best time to visit Wien?
May, June, September — long days, 20-25°C average, outdoor café culture at its peak, but book ahead as crowds are moderate.
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.