🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
strandhotel alte donau
📍 51, Wagramer Straße, Wien, 1220
Your stay — strandhotel alte donau
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The Property — strandhotel alte donau
You walk into a lobby with pale wood, blue upholstery and big windows looking straight onto the Old Danube. The Strandhotel Alte Donau is a clean, no-fuss 3-star that trades on its location: a private beach, a sun terrace and direct access to the water for swimming or paddleboarding. There’s a small restaurant and bar, beds are firm, bathrooms compact — it suits active travellers who want a swim before breakfast, not a spa evening.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna began as a Celtic settlement then a Roman frontier fort called Vindobona around 100 AD. The Habsburgs made it their imperial seat from the 13th century, shaping the Ringstrasse boulevards, Gothic St Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace. After the 1918 fall of the empire, Vienna became the capital of a small republic, neutral through the Cold War. Today it’s a UNESCO city of music and coffee houses, fiercely proud of its tram network, tap water and green spaces.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm enough for the Danube beaches and outdoor café terraces, but without the July-August tourist crush.
Peak / festival surge
July-August is peak season: temperatures often hit 30°C, school holidays fill the city with families, and hotel prices rise by 30-50%. The Danube Island Festival (usually late June) and the Filmmuseum summer cinema add to demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and early October give mild weather (10-18°C), cheaper room rates and thinner crowds. You get the spring blossoms or autumn vineyard colours without queuing.
Weather & packing
Vienna’s climate can flip from sunny to a sharp thunderstorm within an hour. Pack a compact rain shell and leave the umbrella in the hotel — locals just take a light jacket.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U2 line between Karlsplatz and Schottentor is closed for construction until late 2026; use trams 1 and 2 or the U4/U1 combination instead.
- A new direct rail link from Vienna Airport to the city centre (via the S-Bahn S7 upgrade) now runs every 15 minutes, cutting travel time to 18 minutes.
- The Alte Donau’s free public swimming platforms are open daily 8am-8pm this summer; the beach at the Strandhotel is for guests only.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to strandhotel alte donau, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 facing the back (courtyard side). The rear elevation avoids Wagramer Straße traffic noise, and the mid-height floors are quieter than the lower ones near the lobby and street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Wagramer Straße, especially on floors 1 and 2 — the dual-carriageway is a main arterial road with heavy traffic noise in peak hours. Lower ground or ground-floor rooms may have less privacy and more street-level disturbance.
Best views
Rooms facing the Alte Donau (Old Danube) — the hotel is on the bank, so a south-facing room gives water views and sunset light. Ask explicitly for a 'Donau-Seite' room.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 — these are high enough to be above most street noise but not so high that lift machinery or roof equipment becomes an issue.
🔊 Noise notes
Wagramer Straße is a major six-lane road with constant bus and car traffic from 6am to 10pm. Saturday night can bring occasional motorbike noise. Service deliveries occur at the side entrance near the breakfast room between 7am and 9am.
Insider tips
1. Parking is tight — the hotel has a small private lot, but you must reserve a space at check-in; otherwise use the public garage at Kagran 50m away. 2. Request a top-floor river-view room at booking; these are limited and go quickly. The breakfast terrace is also worth using if the weather is fine — it overlooks the Danube.
- 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 — strandhotel alte donau
Free for all guests; quality varies: weekday daytime around 30 Mbps down, evening film streaming 10–15 Mbps. Login requires room number and surname; no time limit.
One lift serves all three guest floors (no historic sections). Ground-floor restaurant and terrace accessible via ramp.
Digital PressReader at the lobby tablet (free). No printed newspapers. Building heritage: 1970s concrete block with a modern glass extension – no historic quirks beyond a small old Danube fishing memorabilia display in the lounge.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00 at reception. Late check-out until 12:00 free (subject to availability), after 12:00 charged 50% of the night rate. Express check-out available via form at desk.
Free; locked room behind reception. Open 07:00–22:00; outside hours ask reception for temporary hold behind desk.
Step-free entrance from car park via ramp; one guest room on ground floor (room 101) is wheelchair-adapted with wider doorways and roll-in shower. No accessible lift to basement pool/spa. Terrace accessible via ramp.
Free on-site parking for 40 cars (first come, first served, no reservation). Nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus Kagran' (Wagramer Straße 800m south) at 4.00 EUR per hour / 28 EUR per 24h. Two EV charging points (Type 2, 11 kW) on-site, free to use.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.43 EUR per person per night (2026 rate, subject to change; payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard booking; a credit-card hold of 50 EUR is taken at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Markus Kirche (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Maria Goretti (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Christus, Hoffnung der Welt (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Selam-Moschee (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Donauplex — 585 m · ~7 min walk
Ballspielplatz Donaustadt — 946 m · ~12 min walk
Österreichisches Gartenbaumuseum — 679 m · ~8 min walk
Kleinkunstbühne Gruam — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Sparefroh-Spielplatz — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 501 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke Regenwald — 718 m · ~9 min walk
Martin Reformstark — 720 m · ~9 min walk
Alte Donau — 434 m · ~5 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 strandhotel alte donau
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 501 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke Regenwald — 718 m · ~9 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 strandhotel alte donau?
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 facing the back (courtyard side). The rear elevation avoids Wagramer Straße traffic noise, and the mid-height floors are quieter than the lower ones near the lobby and street.
Which rooms should I avoid at strandhotel alte donau?
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Wagramer Straße, especially on floors 1 and 2 — the dual-carriageway is a main arterial road with heavy traffic noise in peak hours. Lower ground or ground-floor rooms may have less privacy and more street-level disturbance.
Is strandhotel alte donau noisy?
Wagramer Straße is a major six-lane road with constant bus and car traffic from 6am to 10pm. Saturday night can bring occasional motorbike noise. Service deliveries occur at the side entrance near the breakfast room between 7am and 9am.
Which rooms have the best views at strandhotel alte donau?
Rooms facing the Alte Donau (Old Danube) — the hotel is on the bank, so a south-facing room gives water views and sunset light. Ask explicitly for a 'Donau-Seite' room.
What are insider tips for staying at strandhotel alte donau?
1. Parking is tight — the hotel has a small private lot, but you must reserve a space at check-in; otherwise use the public garage at Kagran 50m away. 2. Request a top-floor river-view room at booking; these are limited and go quickly. The breakfast terrace is also worth using if the weather is fine — it overlooks the Danube.
What time is check-in at strandhotel alte donau?
Check-in at strandhotel alte donau is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does strandhotel alte donau have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; quality varies: weekday daytime around 30 Mbps down, evening film streaming 10–15 Mbps. Login requires room number and surname; no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at strandhotel alte donau?
3.43 EUR per person per night (2026 rate, subject to change; payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near strandhotel alte donau?
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 strandhotel alte donau?
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, June, September — warm enough for the Danube beaches and outdoor café terraces, but without the July-August tourist crush.
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.