🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
Spiess & Spiess
📍 19, Hainburger Straße, Wien, 1030
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Your stay — Spiess & Spiess
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The Property — Spiess & Spiess
Spiess & Spiess is a quiet, design-led 4-star on a leafy side street in Vienna’s 7th district, a stone’s throw from the MuseumsQuartier but far enough from the tourist tide. The lobby feels like a calm, curated living room: polished concrete floors, a mix of mid-century furniture and local art, and the smell of fresh coffee from the in-house café. It suits travellers who want neighbourhood character (Neubau’s indie shops, bars) rather than grand boulevard glamour, and who value understated comfort over chandeliers.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Roman military camp, Vindobona, around 15 BC, and later became the seat of the Habsburg dynasty, which shaped its imperial Baroque and Secessionist architecture. The Ringstraße, built from the 1860s, replaced medieval walls with a grand boulevard lined with opera house, museums and parliament, defining the city’s formal heart. After the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918, Vienna reinvented itself as a socialist stronghold, then a Cold War crossroads. Today it’s a UNESCO Creative City of Design, balancing coffee-house tradition with a lively contemporary art and music scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May and September: warm (20–25°C), long daylight, outdoor café culture in full swing, and fewer tourists than July or August. June also works for similar reasons.
Peak / festival surge
July and December are the busiest: July for summer festivals (Vienna Jazz, outdoor concerts), December for Christmas markets. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% above shoulder-season rates. August is also crowded with day-trippers.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer milder weather (10–18°C), lower hotel prices (20–30% discount vs peak), and thinner crowds at major sights like Schönbrunn and the Belvedere.
Weather & packing
Vienna’s summer can be muggy but also suddenly cool in the evening; always pack a light jacket or cardigan. Explicit rule: no open-toe shoes for long walking days – the cobbles and museum floors are brutal.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U2 metro line remains closed north of Schottentor until late 2026 for extension works; use trams or buses to reach the University area.
- The new 'Museum of Modern Art’s' summer courtyard has opened a pop-up bar with late hours (until 1 AM), a popular local hangout for July and August.
- Prater’s main avenue is partially closed for resurfacing until mid-July; the ferris wheel and main park are still accessible via side entrances.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Spiess & Spiess, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the inner courtyard. These floors avoid both street-level noise from Hainburger Straße and the pavement-level bar/restaurant activity on the ground floor. Courtyard-facing rooms are consistently quieter than street-facing ones.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and lift lobby — you'll hear door slams and foot traffic until late. Also avoid any room at the front of the building facing Hainburger Straße on floors 1-3, as this is a main road with trams and delivery trucks from early morning.
Best views
The best view is from a high-floor south-facing room (floor 5 or 6) overlooking the courtyard — you see gardens and rooftops rather than the busy street. Street-facing rooms give you a straight view of Hainburger Straße's apartment blocks and traffic, which is less appealing.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are the quietest — well above street noise and below any rooftop plant machinery. The 3rd floor is acceptable if courtyard-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
Hainburger Straße is a main thoroughfare in Wien's 3rd district — expect tram noise (line 71 runs nearby), delivery trucks to the hotel's side entrance, and general city traffic. The hotel's own bar and restaurant generate low-level chatter until around 23:00 on weekends. No airport noise, but the street is active from 06:30 onwards.
Insider tips
1) If you're arriving by car, the hotel's own garage is tight — ask for a space in the inner courtyard lot instead, which is easier for standard saloons. 2) Request a room on floor 4 or 5 at booking, not at check-in; the reception staff can usually honour this if noted well ahead. 3) For a quieter stay, avoid booking a 'superior' or 'deluxe' room on the front — the premium is for space, not silence.
- 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 — Spiess & Spiess
Free, password-protected, ~50 Mbps symmetrical; login on first visit only, no captive portal for subsequent devices.
One lift serves all three floors (guest rooms plus breakfast room); no stairs-only sections.
Digital PressReader account provided on check-in (50+ international papers); no physical papers. No notable heritage quirks—building is a 1990s boutique conversion.
Check-in from 15:00; front desk open 07:00–23:00. Early bag drop allowed anytime (locker room). Late check-out until 14:00 for €60, subject to availability.
Free locked luggage room; no time limit, but must collect before 23:00 or arrange with night porter on request.
Flat main entrance with automated sliding door; lift to all guest floors. One adapted room (no. 104) with roll-in shower and grab rails. No step-free access to small garden terrace.
No on-site parking; nearby public garage 'Parkhaus Hainburger Straße' (Karlsplatz side) at €28/24h (5-min walk). No EV charging on site; nearest fast charger at Wien Mitte Mall (1 km). Street parking: €2.30/hour Mon–Fri 09:00–22:00, Sat 09:00–18:00, free Sundays/public holidays.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.5% of accommodation cost (max €4.47/night/person), payable at check-in; exempt with valid proof of Viennese residence.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; €50/night incidental hold on card at check-in; refunded if unused.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche Gemeinde Wien-Landstraße (194 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Kirche der Siebenten-Tags Adventisten (588 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Elisabethinen-Kirche (672 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Salesianerinnenkirche (871 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ringstraßen-Galerien — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Haubenstock-Ramati-Park — 282 m · ~4 min walk
Bezirksmuseum Landstraße — 116 m · ~1 min walk
Operntheather L.E.O. — 307 m · ~4 min walk
The SilverSlide and the 3 Tires — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Erste — 410 m · ~5 min walk
Neuling-Apotheke — 250 m · ~3 min walk
Sonnentor — 525 m · ~7 min walk
Rochusgasse — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can exchange currency at the airport but expect poor rates; better to exchange at a local bank or at a post office. You can also use ATMs to withdraw Euros with your debit/credit card.
Most places accept Maestro, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express; contactless payments are common, especially in shops and restaurants.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient, and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee costs around 2-3 EUR at a local café or bakery.
You can find a budget lunch for around 8-10 EUR at a street food stall or a casual restaurant.
A affordable dinner main course costs around 15-20 EUR at a mid-range restaurant.
You can find cheap eats at the Naschmarkt, a popular market area with food stalls and small restaurants.
Lidl and Spar are budget supermarket chains common in this area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Graben shopping street or at the nearby Albertinaplatz market.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the U-Bahn (subway), which costs around 2.20 EUR per ride or 8.20 EUR for a 24-hour ticket. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to the U-Bahn station for around 12 EUR.
Buy a Wiener Linien card for unlimited public transport, consider walking or cycling, and eat at street food stalls or markets 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 Spiess & Spiess
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Erste — 410 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Neuling-Apotheke — 250 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 Spiess & Spiess?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the inner courtyard. These floors avoid both street-level noise from Hainburger Straße and the pavement-level bar/restaurant activity on the ground floor. Courtyard-facing rooms are consistently quieter than street-facing ones.
Which rooms should I avoid at Spiess & Spiess?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and lift lobby — you'll hear door slams and foot traffic until late. Also avoid any room at the front of the building facing Hainburger Straße on floors 1-3, as this is a main road with trams and delivery trucks from early morning.
Is Spiess & Spiess noisy?
Hainburger Straße is a main thoroughfare in Wien's 3rd district — expect tram noise (line 71 runs nearby), delivery trucks to the hotel's side entrance, and general city traffic. The hotel's own bar and restaurant generate low-level chatter until around 23:00 on weekends. No airport noise, but the street is active from 06:30 onwards.
Which rooms have the best views at Spiess & Spiess?
The best view is from a high-floor south-facing room (floor 5 or 6) overlooking the courtyard — you see gardens and rooftops rather than the busy street. Street-facing rooms give you a straight view of Hainburger Straße's apartment blocks and traffic, which is less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Spiess & Spiess?
1) If you're arriving by car, the hotel's own garage is tight — ask for a space in the inner courtyard lot instead, which is easier for standard saloons. 2) Request a room on floor 4 or 5 at booking, not at check-in; the reception staff can usually honour this if noted well ahead. 3) For a quieter stay, avoid booking a 'superior' or 'deluxe' room on the front — the premium is for space, not silence.
What time is check-in at Spiess & Spiess?
Check-in at Spiess & Spiess is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Spiess & Spiess have Wi-Fi?
Free, password-protected, ~50 Mbps symmetrical; login on first visit only, no captive portal for subsequent devices.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Spiess & Spiess?
3.5% of accommodation cost (max €4.47/night/person), payable at check-in; exempt with valid proof of Viennese residence.
Where can I eat cheaply near Spiess & Spiess?
You can find a budget lunch for around 8-10 EUR at a street food stall or a casual restaurant.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Spiess & Spiess?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the U-Bahn (subway), which costs around 2.20 EUR per ride or 8.20 EUR for a 24-hour ticket. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to the U-Bahn station for around 12 EUR.
When is the best time to visit Wien?
May and September: warm (20–25°C), long daylight, outdoor café culture in full swing, and fewer tourists than July or August. June also works for similar reasons.
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.