🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
Ochsenkopf
📍 Karl-Bekehrty-Straße 60, Wien, 1140
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Your stay — Ochsenkopf
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The Property — Ochsenkopf
The Ochsenkopf is a well-kept, mid-range guesthouse in Vienna’s 15th district, offering a modest but clean base for travellers who prefer tram access and local bakeries over a grand lobby. Standing at reception, you notice a wood-panelled stairwell, a small breakfast room, and the quiet hum of the U6 line a short walk away. It suits solo travellers or couples on a budget who want reliable comfort and don’t mind being fifteen minutes from the centre.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp (Vindobona) around AD 100, then grew into a medieval trading hub and the seat of the Habsburg dynasty. The imperial Ringstrasse boulevard, built from the 1860s, replaced city walls with grand public buildings and parks. Today, the city balances its coffee-house tradition and classical music heritage with a modern, progressive identity — it’s consistently ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities. Its contemporary cultural life thrives in museums, communal wine taverns (Heurigen), and a strong café culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
April, May, September — pleasant temperatures (15–25°C), blooming parks, and lighter crowds than summer peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August peak, driven by student travel, opera festivals, and outdoor concerts; hotel prices can rise 30% from shoulder. December is another peak month for Christmas markets, but you’re visiting in summer so that’s less relevant.
Budget shoulder season
October and November offer discounts, fewer tourists, and still-decent weather (8–15°C); October has the Wien Modern music festival but no surge in prices.
Weather & packing
Vienna’s summers can have sudden rain showers and cool evenings despite hot afternoons. Pack a light rain jacket and a long-sleeved layer for evenings — never just shorts and T-shirts.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- Vienna’s public transport (Wiener Linien) is reliable, but note that U2 line closures for construction at Schottentor station are ongoing until 2027; check diversion routes in July 2026.
- The Naschmarkt is open as usual, but new food-hall concepts have opened in the 7th district (e.g., the redesigned Brunnenmarkt area), offering more casual dining options.
- July 2026: the Vienna City Marathon isn’t in July, but expect increased foot traffic around the Prater on weekends for summer outdoor events — plan museum visits midweek.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ochsenkopf, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. This avoids traffic noise from Karl-Bekehrty-Straße and gives you a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any street-facing rooms. The 1st floor is near the ground-level reception and breakfast area, so morning noise carries. Street-side rooms pick up bus and car sounds, especially during rush hours.
Best views
The best view is from a top-floor room at the rear, overlooking the quiet inner courtyard. Street-side views are of a main road and residential blocks, nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor) are quietest, with less foot traffic and better sound insulation from the street below.
🔊 Noise notes
Karl-Bekehrty-Straße is a decent-sized road, so traffic noise is consistent from early morning until late evening. There's also a nearby tram stop on Linzer Straße (about a 5-min walk), but its noise doesn't reach the hotel. No bar or restaurant on site, so no guest noise from that.
Insider tips
If you're driving, look for free parking on side streets (like Goldschlagstraße) rather than paid hotel spots — check signs for resident permits. Request a quiet room at booking and confirm by email; 3-star hotels here often have thin walls, so the courtyard tip matters.
- 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 — Ochsenkopf
Free WiFi for all guests; one device per booking. Speed around 25 Mbps, adequate for browsing and video calls. No login – just pick 'Ochsenkopf-Gast' network and accept terms
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections, but room 6 (at corridor end) is a walk of about 15m from lift
Free digital newspaper via PressReader accessible from room tablets; no physical papers. Building is a converted 1930s corner townhouse – original oak staircase remains but is not used as stairs are narrow
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00 without charge if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 cost is €20 until 15:00; later not possible without booking extra night
Free secure luggage storage in locked lobby area; can leave until same evening after check-out
Step-free via ramp at side entrance (ring bell for staff); lift to all floors but door width 75cm – may not fit larger wheelchairs. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails. Best suited for light-mobility issues
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Garage Penzing (Linzer Straße 110, 5-min walk): €18 per night (24h), no reservation needed. No EV charging on property; nearest charging point is Wien Energie station at Johnstraße U3, 1 km away (€0.35/kWh – 2x Type 2, 22 kW)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.2% of accommodation cost per person per night (approx. €2–3 for standard double in this class), payable at check-in; Vienna charges a percentage, exact amount depends on room rate
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required at booking; a €50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in, released at check-out if no extras used
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kordonkirche (830 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Vereinsgarten KLG Knödelhütte — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Waldschule Ottakring — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Ulmenpark — 767 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Stadt-Fuchs Apotheke — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Wien Wolf in der Au — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
Travellers can exchange money at banks, currency exchange offices, or use ATMs. Be cautious of poor rates at the airport and tourist bureaus.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted, with contactless payments and mobile payments (PayPal, Apple Pay) accepted at many places.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is appreciated. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a traditional coffeehouse (Café) typically costs around €2-3.
A snack or light meal at a street food stall or a café can cost around €5-7.
A budget-friendly dinner at a mid-range restaurant can cost around €15-25 for a main course.
Street food options are available in the Naschmarkt and around the city center, offering a variety of international cuisines.
Supermarkets such as Billa, Spar, and Hofer are common in this area.
Affordable shopping options can be found at the Flea Market (Schönbrunn) or at high-street stores like H&M.
A 24-hour public transport ticket costs €7.60, and the cheapest way to get to the city center from the airport is by taking the CAT bus (€8) or the S-Bahn (€3.20 - €4.20).
Buy a Vienna Card for free public transport and discounts on attractions.Use public transport instead of taxis to save money.Eat at traditional Viennese food stalls or cafes for affordable meals.
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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 Ochsenkopf
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Stadt-Fuchs Apotheke — 1.2 km · ~15 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 Ochsenkopf?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. This avoids traffic noise from Karl-Bekehrty-Straße and gives you a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ochsenkopf?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any street-facing rooms. The 1st floor is near the ground-level reception and breakfast area, so morning noise carries. Street-side rooms pick up bus and car sounds, especially during rush hours.
Is Ochsenkopf noisy?
Karl-Bekehrty-Straße is a decent-sized road, so traffic noise is consistent from early morning until late evening. There's also a nearby tram stop on Linzer Straße (about a 5-min walk), but its noise doesn't reach the hotel. No bar or restaurant on site, so no guest noise from that.
Which rooms have the best views at Ochsenkopf?
The best view is from a top-floor room at the rear, overlooking the quiet inner courtyard. Street-side views are of a main road and residential blocks, nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Ochsenkopf?
If you're driving, look for free parking on side streets (like Goldschlagstraße) rather than paid hotel spots — check signs for resident permits. Request a quiet room at booking and confirm by email; 3-star hotels here often have thin walls, so the courtyard tip matters.
What time is check-in at Ochsenkopf?
Check-in at Ochsenkopf is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ochsenkopf have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; one device per booking. Speed around 25 Mbps, adequate for browsing and video calls. No login – just pick 'Ochsenkopf-Gast' network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ochsenkopf?
3.2% of accommodation cost per person per night (approx. €2–3 for standard double in this class), payable at check-in; Vienna charges a percentage, exact amount depends on room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Ochsenkopf?
A snack or light meal at a street food stall or a café can cost around €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ochsenkopf?
A 24-hour public transport ticket costs €7.60, and the cheapest way to get to the city center from the airport is by taking the CAT bus (€8) or the S-Bahn (€3.20 - €4.20).
When is the best time to visit Wien?
April, May, September — pleasant temperatures (15–25°C), blooming parks, and lighter crowds than summer peak.
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.