Kärntnerhof
Vienna
At a glance
Nestled in a centrally located yet tranquil part of Vienna, the Kärntnerhof Hotel provides a serene escape for travelers seeking comfort and elegance. Situated at Grashofgasse 4, the hotel offers a unique blend of Viennese Jugendstil charm, French flair, and Italian elegance. Its facade, a light gray reminiscent of its 19th-century roots, hints at the stylish interiors found within.
The Kärntnerhof features 41 air-conditioned rooms and 3 suites, each adorned with original oak parquet flooring, English wallpapers, and fine Italian fabrics. Carefully selected art pieces add a touch of sophistication to these accommodations, which are styled in the typical hues of Vienna’s Jugendstil period.
A notable highlight is the Madame Rosa Suite, a nod to the hotel's intriguing past when it housed a popular establishment by the same name until the 1950s. This historical aspect adds an extra layer of character to this boutique hotel.
Guests can enjoy a bountiful breakfast buffet, available from 7 to 11 a.m., featuring a range of regional, organic, and vegan options. Whether choosing a leisurely morning or an early start, the breakfast caters to diverse dietary needs.
The Kärntnerhof also boasts a rooftop terrace offering a peaceful environment to relax while gazing over the historic rooftops and the baroque towers of the nearby University Church. This haven is perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from St. Stephen's Cathedral, the hotel allows guests to explore major attractions on foot, appreciating its close proximity to various landmarks.
Reviews
Good location of hotel and beautiful room but the negatives are quite big also : manager of the hotel switches off the AC in the night which really disturbed our sleep and the breakfast is too limited as if at someone’s home.
Everything was amazing except the air conditioning. On a very hot spell, the hotel turns the air conditioning off at night. Even after repeatedly asking them to turn it on. They turn it on a short amount of time and then off again. They do not have any fans to borrow. So if you do stay here in the summer, bring your own fan. It is very quiet and the staff are nice other than the night manager who turns the air off.
A straight 4-star hotel located in the very city center, 5 min walk away from St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Inside the hotel looks very authentic, it reminds an old Austrian style - very beautiful. Perfect quiet nights with blackout curtains in every room, although it can depend on how noisy your neighbours are: since we rented two rooms separated by the same wall in the bathroom - we could hear each other very well anyway, so I am afraid that noise insulation isn’t good at all… Also I would like to notice that bathrooms are both needed some renovation to my opinion. Pillows were also too slim and uncomfortable for my neck to sleep well on them. Breakfasts remained good memories: food is very fresh and tasty.
We had an amazing stay at this hotel while visiting Vienna. The staff were some of the friendliest we have encountered in all of Europe! Parking was easy and breakfast was delicious. Such a great and walkable location - highly recommend!
We had a very pleasant 6 night stay in the charming Kärntnerhof hotel. It’s in an old building with beautiful original interior design: round staircase and lovely lift, rooms are decorated accordingly with wooden floors and floral wall paper and so follow the reception and dining room. We took the medium size room which was adequate for a couple with enough room space and enough storage space. Everything was meticulously clean and bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with a variety of fresh foods including fruits, yogurts, eggs, meats and cheese selection, very good breads and more. Staff are great! All are friendly, helpful and attentive. Every time we came in we were greeted with a smile. Location is another big plus: on a small and very quiet street, just a 5 minute walk to Stephanplatz. After all that said, an important note: When we checked in we were assigned a room that had a major shower water splashing problem, as there was no barrier to keep the water inside, so the whole floor got wet and slippery (to my opinion- something easy to fix). Luckily we could switch to a room that had no problem of that kind. If we had to stay in the first room it would have greatly spoiled the enjoyment of our stay (and we would have rated our review with fewer stars).
