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Hotel Imperial Vienna
Habsburg city palace on the Ringstraße - state guests, Imperial Torte, living history.
About the hotel
Originally the palace of the Duke of Württemberg, a hotel since 1873 - Vienna's address for state visits, royalty, and classical musicians. Lobby and staircase are original, every suite has a story. The Imperial Torte is at home here. Guests: high-profile travelers, classical-music fans, occasions. On the Kärntner Ring next to the Musikverein.
Location: 1st district (Innere Stadt). The first district - UNESCO World Heritage, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg, Albertina. Stay here for postcard Vienna.
Location & getting there
Hotel Imperial stands on the Kärntner Ring, right next to the Musikverein - the hall where the New Year's Concert is performed each year. The Ringstraße with the State Opera, Karlsplatz and Stadtpark is on the doorstep, and St. Stephen's Cathedral is a relaxed stroll away along Kärntner Straße. With U1, U2 and U4 at Karlsplatz and Oper within walking distance, connections are excellent. From the airport, take the CAT to Wien Mitte and continue on the U4 to Karlsplatz, or simply hail a taxi - either would be fitting.
Who is it for?
The Imperial is for travelers who do not want to visit history but sleep in it: since 1873 this has been the address for state guests, royalty and the great names of classical music. Concertgoers with Musikverein tickets have the shortest walk home in the city, and the Imperial Torte is made in-house. From around 680 euros a night, the hotel sits in Vienna's top price bracket - you book it for an occasion, not a bargain. If you prefer modern design, rooftop bars and a casual vibe, a lifestyle hotel like those in the Belvedere quarter will suit you better.
Highlights
- A hotel since 1873, originally built as the Württemberg palace
- Home of the Imperial-Torte, its own layered chocolate cake
- Next door to the Musikverein concert hall
- Original lobby and marble staircase
- Traditional address for state visits
Frequently asked
Breakfast included?
In most rates yes.
Imperial Torte on-site?
Yes, at Café Imperial - the café is open to the public.
Family rooms?
Connecting suites possible - ask directly.
Subway?
U1, U2, U4 Karlsplatz/Oper walkable.
Sights nearby
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Mother church of the Archdiocese of Vienna and city symbol - south tower climb with 343 steps.
Hofburg Palace
Winter residence of the emperors - today seat of the Federal President and several museums.
Albertina
One of the world's most important print rooms - roughly 65,000 drawings and 1 million prints.
Vienna State Opera
One of the world's leading opera houses - annual Opera Ball, standing places from €15.
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