🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
motel22
📍 253, Breitenleer Straße, Wien, 1220
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Your stay — motel22
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The Property — motel22
Motel22 is a stripped-back, no-nonsense pitstop in the 22nd district, a short bus hop from the U1 metro. The lobby feels like a functional highway lodge — clean tiles, a small seating area, vending machines. It suits budget-conscious travellers who just need a bed, a shower, and reliable WiFi. There's no restaurant or gym, but the rooms are tidy, modern, and far quieter than anything inside the Gürtel.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp, Vindobona, around AD 100, becoming a crucial Habsburg seat from the 13th century. The Ringstraße was laid out in the 1850s, replacing city walls with grand boulevards, museums, and the Opera house. After two world wars and the 1955 State Treaty, Vienna settled into its role as a neutral UN hub. Today it’s a capital of high culture, coffeehouses, and wine taverns, balancing imperial pomp with a relaxed, liveable pace.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May and September are ideal: warm enough for café terraces and the Prater, but without peak-summer mugginess. June also works, though it can get busy.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by school holidays and summer festivals like the Film Festival at Rathausplatz or the Danube Island Festival. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% above shoulder-season rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the smart budget windows: comfortable temperatures (8–15°C), markedly cheaper rooms, and still plenty of daylight for sightseeing. Crowds thin noticeably after Easter and before the Christmas market season.
Weather & packing
Vienna summers can switch from a sunny 34°C to a sudden thunderstorm within an hour. Pack a light, packable rain jacket or an umbrella — even in July.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U2 line is partially closed for the big Linienkreuz extension through 2026; check replacement bus services for the affected stations, especially between Schottentor and Karlsplatz.
- A new direct bus from the U1 station Kagran (10 minutes away) now runs every 20 minutes to the Lobau wetlands, if you want a quick escape from the city heat.
- Several main cycle lanes are being repainted and widened along the Donaukanal through July — expect some path closures and detours for cyclists.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to motel22, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 1st floor or higher, facing the rear courtyard (away from Breitenleer Straße). Upper floors reduce street noise and offer better privacy.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms facing Breitenleer Straße are noisiest due to traffic and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms near the lift or staircase on any floor.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the building overlook the inner courtyard or quieter residential areas. Limited views from front-facing rooms are of Breitenleer Straße and commercial premises.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and above tend to be quieter, as the 1st floor may still pick up some street-level disturbance.
🔊 Noise notes
Breitenleer Straße is a main road with moderate daytime traffic and occasional heavy vehicles. The hotel's proximity to residential blocks means early morning waste collection and delivery trucks are possible.
Insider tips
Parking is likely limited in this part of Vienna; confirm availability when booking. Check-in is typically at 3 PM — arriving earlier may let you request a specific floor. If you're sensitive to noise, mention 'quiet room' when booking.
- 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 — motel22
Free basic WiFi (10 Mbps, limited to two devices per room); paid Premium at 5 EUR/24h (50 Mbps, unlimited devices)
One lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code at reception; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop after 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 14:00 for 30 EUR (subject to availability)
Available at front desk, free for same-day use; overnight storage 5 EUR per bag
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms (standard door widths, no roll-in shower)
On-site free parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park 'Parkplatz Breitenleer' at 23 EUR/24h (5-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.22 EUR per person per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50 EUR advance deposit required for booking; 100 EUR incidental card hold at check-in (refundable if no damages)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Anna (144 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gerd-Kaminski-Park — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
48er-Museum — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Feuerwehrspielplatz — 801 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Spar — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Apotheke Breitenlee — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Wien Aspern Nord — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can exchange currency at banks, currency exchange offices, or use ATMs. Airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates, so it's best to change money at a bank or exchange office.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, and contactless payments are common. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are not as widely accepted, but you may find them at larger shops and restaurants.
Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare to the nearest euro is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a typical coffee for around 2-3 EUR at a local café or bakery.
A simple lunch at a street food stall or market can cost around 5-7 EUR.
A budget-friendly dinner at a mid-range restaurant can cost around 15-20 EUR for a main course.
You can find cheap eats at the Naschmarkt or at street food stalls in the city center.
Billa, SPAR, and Hofer are common supermarket chains in this area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Graben shopping street or at local markets like the Wiener Markt.
A single ticket on public transportation costs 2.20 EUR, but you can buy a 24-hour ticket for 7.60 EUR or a 7-day ticket for 15.50 EUR. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to Wien Mitte for around 12 EUR.
Buy a public transportation card (Vorteilscard) for discounts on public transportation.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local eateries or street food instead.Shop at local markets or use cashback apps for groceries and other purchases.
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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 motel22
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Spar — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke Breitenlee — 1.9 km · ~24 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 motel22?
Request a room on the 1st floor or higher, facing the rear courtyard (away from Breitenleer Straße). Upper floors reduce street noise and offer better privacy.
Which rooms should I avoid at motel22?
Ground-floor rooms facing Breitenleer Straße are noisiest due to traffic and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms near the lift or staircase on any floor.
Is motel22 noisy?
Breitenleer Straße is a main road with moderate daytime traffic and occasional heavy vehicles. The hotel's proximity to residential blocks means early morning waste collection and delivery trucks are possible.
Which rooms have the best views at motel22?
Rooms at the rear of the building overlook the inner courtyard or quieter residential areas. Limited views from front-facing rooms are of Breitenleer Straße and commercial premises.
What are insider tips for staying at motel22?
Parking is likely limited in this part of Vienna; confirm availability when booking. Check-in is typically at 3 PM — arriving earlier may let you request a specific floor. If you're sensitive to noise, mention 'quiet room' when booking.
What time is check-in at motel22?
Check-in at motel22 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does motel22 have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (10 Mbps, limited to two devices per room); paid Premium at 5 EUR/24h (50 Mbps, unlimited devices)
Is there a city or tourist tax at motel22?
3.22 EUR per person per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near motel22?
A simple lunch at a street food stall or market can cost around 5-7 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from motel22?
A single ticket on public transportation costs 2.20 EUR, but you can buy a 24-hour ticket for 7.60 EUR or a 7-day ticket for 15.50 EUR. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to Wien Mitte for around 12 EUR.
When is the best time to visit Wien?
May and September are ideal: warm enough for café terraces and the Prater, but without peak-summer mugginess. June also works, though it can get busy.
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.