“Prince of Württemberg's Palace turned luxury hotel in 1873 offers grandeur, history and comfort. Massive rooms and suites are classic in style. Enjoy the award winning restaurant, the popular bar and the live music entertainment. With metres upon metres of marble, this is a truly majestic stay. ”

Hotel review

The Grande Dame of Vienna’s hotels and the venue for state visits (the Queen and Prince Philip have stayed in the fabulous Royal Suite), the sepulchral, palatial Imperial was built for the Duke of Wurtemburg in 1863 and became a hotel ten years later, with a private entrance to the adjacent Musikverein concert hall. Its rooms (half are suites, with private butler, some with roof terraces) are in superb condition and the last word in traditional Viennese elegance.

Fiona Duncan
Fiona Duncan Review published: 2024-02-26

Recommended for

  • Romantic Break

    • A truly spoiling stay, treat yourselves to champagne breakfast in the ballroom or private dinner in your sumptuous suite.
  • City Style

    • Location on the Ringstrasse, with suites adorned with chandeliers, swagged fabrics, orginal art and private butlers.
  • Learning

    • The Concierge Team are a fountain of knowledge and take great pride in organising your day of sightseeing and more.
  • Sights nearby

    • Just down the road from the Vienna State Opera, the Hofburg Imperial Palace, and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
  • Designer Shopping

    • The hotels central location makes it an ideal spot for checking out the shops on Kärntner Straße.
  • Other Activities

    • Explore the hotel's deep history, Brahms, Wagner, Mahler, and Bruckner were all regulars here.
  • Close to nightlife

    • Enjoy a range of cocktails at 1873 Hallensalon and listen to the live pianist every evening.
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Concerts are held in the grand palace and are worth a visit if you are in town at the time.
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Wedding license

  • Family Suites

  • Conference facilities

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Opulent

  • Disabled access

  • Grand Hotel

  • Restaurant

  • Artworks

  • Historic

  • Gym

  • Antiques

  • Child friendly

  • Retro/Vintage

  • 5* Luxury

  • Downtown

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Facilities

  • Rooms

    138 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Private parking avaliable, charges applicable.
  • Safe

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • In room DVD

  • Airport transfer

  • Private chef / butler

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Car not required

  • Shops

  • Wedding license

  • Bath robes

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Outdoor dining

  • Internet

  • Business Centre

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Bicycle hire

  • Private dining room

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Disabled access

  • Restaurant

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Conference facilities

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Wifi

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Learning

    • The Concierge Team are a fountain of knowledge and take great pride in organising your day of sightseeing and more.
  • Sights nearby

    • Just down the road from the Vienna State Opera, the Hofburg Imperial Palace, and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
  • Designer Shopping

    • The hotels central location makes it an ideal spot for checking out the shops on Kärntner Straße.
  • Other Activities

    • Explore the hotel's deep history, Brahms, Wagner, Mahler, and Bruckner were all regulars here.
  • Close to nightlife

    • Enjoy a range of cocktails at 1873 Hallensalon and listen to the live pianist every evening.
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Concerts are held in the grand palace and are worth a visit if you are in town at the time.

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"It quickly became one of the political, social and cultural centres of the city: from a musical perspective alone, Brahms, Wagner, Mahler, and Bruckner were all regulars here."

Originally published by The Telegraph

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