The hype
Guests are obsessed with the design, the pool, and the location, but often mention the high price of breakfast.
Almanac Palais Vienna
$350-600/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want to sleep inside a modern art gallery that happens to be two converted 19th-century palaces.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- The 14-meter indoor pool that feels like a subterranean thermal bath
- Location directly across from Stadtpark (perfect for morning runs)
- Rooms that balance high-tech modernism with high ceilings and parquet floors
Kurzfassung: A stunning design triumph that occasionally suffers from the classic Viennese service attitude—slow and slightly aloof.
Bewertet von @voyagers_escape: Staying here felt like living in a modern palace. The duplex suite gave me so much privacy, and I loved having a separate living area to relax in. The gold details in the lobby are even more stunning in person. Definitely my new favorite spot in Vienna.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
The 'plant-forward' dining concept is hit-or-miss for those seeking traditional heavy Austrian comfort food.
- You appreciate 'quiet luxury' over gold-leaf gaudiness
- You are vegan or vegetarian (the dining options are excellent)
- You want a pool that is actually swimmable (14m long)
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
9.4
- Housekeeping: Daily service is thorough; guests consistently praise the 'spotless' condition of rooms.
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate. Marble surfaces are well-maintained, no reports of mold or grout issues.
- Maintenance: The hotel is relatively new (opened recently), so fixtures, paint, and tech are in top condition.
- Linens & towels: High-quality, fluffy towels and crisp premium bedding.
- Odors & scents: Fresh, neutral scent. No musty carpet smells reported.
Sleepability™
8STILL
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Traffic from the Ringstrasse (Parkring) on lower street-facing floors
- Occasional noise from the spa/pool area if staying directly above it
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- The hotel is actually two separate palaces; navigating between them can sometimes require switching elevators.
- Breakfast costs ~€47 per person if not included in your rate.
- The hotel is pet-friendly (€50/night fee).
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Swimsuit for the 14m indoor pool
- Running shoes for Stadtpark across the street
- Smart casual outfits (Vienna is dressy, but this hotel is modern)
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- Park View Suites for the best light and views of Stadtpark
- Courtyard-facing rooms for absolute silence
- Almanac Art Suite if you want to sleep near an original Klimt
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Low-floor rooms facing Parkring (traffic noise risk)
- Rooms directly adjacent to the elevator banks (occasional foot traffic)
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I would love a room facing the inner courtyard for quiet, or a high-floor Park View room. Please avoid low floors facing the Ringstrasse.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the 14-meter indoor pool is heated and open year-round.
Is it good for families?
Yes, they have 'Family Two-Bedroom' options and the pool is a hit, but the vibe is definitely more 'adult luxury'.
How far is the opera?
The Vienna State Opera is about a 10-minute walk along the Ringstrasse.
Is there parking?
Yes, valet parking is available for €55 per night.
What is the breakfast like?
It's an à la carte menu (Eggs Benedict, waffles) plus a small 'bar-set' buffet of pastries and fruit. High quality, but not huge quantity.
Can I walk to the main sights?
Absolutely. St. Stephen's Cathedral is a 10-12 minute walk; Stadtpark is 30 seconds away.
Insider-Tipps
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The Elias Coffee Shop has a separate street entrance and serves excellent vegan pastries—grab coffee here to save money vs. the main breakfast.
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Your room key gets you free access to the Belvedere 21 contemporary art museum.
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Ask for a 'Gallery Room' or suite to see specific Austrian artworks curated for the hotel.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'plant-forward' restaurant Donnersmarkt is excellent but might leave carnivores wanting a second dinner.
💡The layout is confusing; you might have to take two elevators to get to your room because the two palaces don't perfectly align.
💡The 'Almanac Art Suite' features an actual Gustav Klimt drawing.
💡The pool area has 'shallow spa-jet areas' that are great for relaxing if you don't want to swim laps.
💡The minibar often includes local Austrian treats that are actually worth eating.
Lokaler Reiseführer
Karte
Sehen Sie, wo sich Almanac Palais Vienna befindet und was in der Nähe ist.