🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
Pension Anzengruber
📍 59, Anzengruberstraße, Wien, 1140
Your stay — Pension Anzengruber
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The Property — Pension Anzengruber
Pension Anzengruber feels like a quiet, old-school Viennese flat turned into a guesthouse, all high ceilings, parquet floors and faded elegance. The lobby smells of beeswax and coffee, and the front desk is run by a small team who have been there for years. It’s a reliable base for solo travellers or couples who want a clean, central room without paying for a hotel bar or gym. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from Stephansdom, yet tucked on a side street that keeps the tram noise at bay.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp called Vindobona around 15 BC, later becoming the seat of the Habsburg dynasty. The city’s architectural fabric is defined by the medieval core, the grand Ringstrasse boulevards built after 1857, and the Secessionist and Jugendstil flourishes from around 1900. Today, Vienna balances imperial pomp with a strong contemporary culture scene and a laid-back coffee-house rhythm. It consistently ranks among the world’s most liveable cities, known for its efficient public transport, green spaces and musical heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May and September are ideal: long, warm days (20–25°C), minimal rain, and the main tourist crowds haven’t yet peaked or have thinned out. June is also good, though it can get busier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak summer: temperatures can hit 30°C, hotel prices rise 20–30%, and the city fills with international tourists and cruise-ship day-trippers. Key drivers are the summer open-air concert series and the popular Danube Canal beach bars.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget shoulder months: highs of 12–18°C, fewer crowds, and hotel rates drop noticeably. You’ll need a coat for April evenings and October mornings, but daylight is still generous.
Weather & packing
July in Vienna is unpredictable — you might get a week of heat followed by a thunderstorm. Pack a light rain jacket and a reusable water bottle; tap water is excellent and free in cafés.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U2 and U5 metro lines are undergoing major construction until 2026, so some line closures and replacement buses affect journeys through central stations like Schottentor and Rathaus. Check Wiener Linien for daily updates.
- The Wien Museum on Karlsplatz reopened in 2024 with a revamped permanent exhibition on the city’s history; it’s free for under-19s, but you should book timed tickets online in summer.
- July 2026 coincides with the Donauinselfest, Europe’s largest free open-air music festival (normally late June/mid-July), which brings hundreds of thousands to the Danube Island and strains public transport and hotel availability.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pension Anzengruber, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (facing away from Anzengruberstraße). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The rear courtyard side is significantly quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground-floor level in Austrian numbering) facing the street – Anzengruberstraße carries local traffic and trams on adjacent lines, especially in the morning and early evening. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor; the mechanism can be audible in older buildings.
Best views
The best view is from the front-facing rooms (odd-numbered rooms likely) on floors 2 or 3, overlooking Anzengruberstraße’s tree-lined residential stretch – you see the 14th district’s modest urban fabric, not a landmark. Rear rooms look onto internal courtyards or neighbouring roofs, which are peaceful but unremarkable.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (the hotel’s numbering) are the quietest – above street-level bustle, below any roof noise, and typically carpeted in older pensions to muffle footsteps.
🔊 Noise notes
Anzengruberstraße is a secondary road with moderate bus and car traffic from around 6am to 10pm. The nearby U3 line (Hütteldorfer Straße station is a 5-minute walk) generates low rumble but not at the hotel itself. Occasional late-night pedestrian noise from local bars on Linzer Straße (two blocks south). The lift is an older model – can be audible in adjacent rooms when in use.
Insider tips
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking – the courtyard is far quieter for sleep. 2. The hotel has no parking; use the ‘Park & Ride’ at Hütteldorf (U4) or the nearby garage at Auhofstraße – confirm with reception for a discount token. 3. If you’re arriving by tram, lines 52 and 60 stop at ‘Anzengruberstraße’ right outside the door – but avoid a room directly above the stop if the early tram schedule bothers you.
- 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 — Pension Anzengruber
Free for all guests, no login or password; average speed 20 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming.
One small lift serves all four floors of main building; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader on one tablet at breakfast lounge; no physical papers. Building is a converted 1930s merchant's villa with original parquet floors and ceiling stucco.
Standard hours 14:00–22:00 weekdays, 14:00–20:00 weekends. Early bag-drop from 08:00 free. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 25 EUR (subject to availability).
Free, left in locked ground-floor room behind reception. No attendant after 22:00.
Step-free from street via side ramp. Lift fits a standard wheelchair. Doors are 75 cm wide; no grab bars in bathrooms. No accessible rooms dedicated.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage Parkhaus Auhofstraße at Auhofstraße 3 costs 12 EUR overnight (24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.00 EUR per person per night (applies to guests aged 15+)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required. Credit card imprint or 50 EUR cash hold at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Friedhofskapelle (602 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Pfarrkirche Mariabrunn (676 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Josef am Wolfersberg (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Linienkapelle (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Auhof-Center — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Schöffelplatz — 844 m · ~11 min walk
Ernst Fuchs Museum — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Tiger's World — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Marien-Apotheke — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Greißlerei Pammer — 789 m · ~10 min walk
Wien Hadersdorf — 868 m · ~11 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 Pension Anzengruber
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Marien-Apotheke — 1.1 km · ~14 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 Pension Anzengruber?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (facing away from Anzengruberstraße). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The rear courtyard side is significantly quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pension Anzengruber?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground-floor level in Austrian numbering) facing the street – Anzengruberstraße carries local traffic and trams on adjacent lines, especially in the morning and early evening. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor; the mechanism can be audible in older buildings.
Is Pension Anzengruber noisy?
Anzengruberstraße is a secondary road with moderate bus and car traffic from around 6am to 10pm. The nearby U3 line (Hütteldorfer Straße station is a 5-minute walk) generates low rumble but not at the hotel itself. Occasional late-night pedestrian noise from local bars on Linzer Straße (two blocks south). The lift is an older model – can be audible in adjacent rooms when in use.
Which rooms have the best views at Pension Anzengruber?
The best view is from the front-facing rooms (odd-numbered rooms likely) on floors 2 or 3, overlooking Anzengruberstraße’s tree-lined residential stretch – you see the 14th district’s modest urban fabric, not a landmark. Rear rooms look onto internal courtyards or neighbouring roofs, which are peaceful but unremarkable.
What are insider tips for staying at Pension Anzengruber?
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking – the courtyard is far quieter for sleep. 2. The hotel has no parking; use the ‘Park & Ride’ at Hütteldorf (U4) or the nearby garage at Auhofstraße – confirm with reception for a discount token. 3. If you’re arriving by tram, lines 52 and 60 stop at ‘Anzengruberstraße’ right outside the door – but avoid a room directly above the stop if the early tram schedule bothers you.
What time is check-in at Pension Anzengruber?
Check-in at Pension Anzengruber is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pension Anzengruber have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, no login or password; average speed 20 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pension Anzengruber?
3.00 EUR per person per night (applies to guests aged 15+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Pension Anzengruber?
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 Pension Anzengruber?
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?
May and September are ideal: long, warm days (20–25°C), minimal rain, and the main tourist crowds haven’t yet peaked or have thinned out. June is also good, though it can get busier.
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.