Hotel Imperial — Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria

Hotel Imperial

Starting Price
€750
Nearest Airport

Vienna International (VIE) — 18km away

Perfect For

History buffs wanting to stay in an 1863 private royal residenceTraditionalists who value the formal "Ringstrasse" style and imperial serviceMusic lovers attending the Vienna State Opera just steps awayConnoisseurs of palatial marble staircases and crystal chandeliers

Hotel Imperial

Vienna, Austria

From €750 / night

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Popular Amenities

  • Fitness centre with sauna
  • Personal butler service (for suites)
  • Business centre
  • Valet parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Limousine service
  • In-house florist

Overview


Originally built in 1863 as the private residence of Duke Philipp of Württemberg, this Neo-Renaissance palace was converted into a hotel for the 1873 World’s Fair. It has since served as the official guesthouse of the Austrian Republic, hosting emperors, monarchs, and the world’s most famous composers. The architecture is the epitome of the "Ringstrasse" style, featuring a grand staircase flanked by marble statues and interiors dripping with crystal chandeliers and royal silk. It remains a living archive of the Habsburg era, representing the most formal and regal expression of Viennese high society.
City Icons & PalacesLiving in a former royal residence of the HabsburgsExperiencing the ultimate "Vienna State Opera" glamourSampling the original Imperial Torte in a palatial setting

Highlights


  • Originally built in 1863 as the private residence of Prince Philipp of Württemberg
  • Official host to heads of state and royalty visiting Vienna for over 150 years
  • Features the "Royal Suites," which maintain their original 19th-century stucco ceilings and silk wall coverings
  • Home to the world-famous Imperial Torte, a handmade chocolate delicacy created for Emperor Franz Joseph I

Things to Know

  • Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • As a former palace, some room layouts vary significantly
  • it is recommended to specify if you prefer a modern or traditional aesthetic
  • The "Imperial Butler Service" is exclusive to guests staying in suites
  • The hotel is a primary residence for visiting dignitaries, so expect heightened security during international summits.

Activities


Private tours of the Belvedere Palace
Evening performances at the State Opera
Guided walks through the Naschmarkt

Dining

  • OPUS — Austrian Fine Dining
  • Café Imperial Wien — Historic Viennese Coffee House and Imperial Torte
  • 1873 Hallen-Salon — Grand Lobby Lounge for Afternoon Tea and Piano Music
Explore Dining

Kärntner Ring 16, 1015 Wien, Austria

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