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Ever since the Hotel Sacher was founded in 1876 it has been a Viennese institution, with guests ranging from emperors, diplomats and artists. At the adjoining café, writers such as Arthur Schnitzler used to enjoy a piece of the famous Sachertorte with a coffee. The hotel still ranks among Vienna’s most luxurious. All rooms are individually furnished.

This hotel is situated in one of the mansions along the Ringstrasse and has an early 20th century feel. Its luxurious rooms are in Art Nouveau style. There is also a non-smoking floor.

One of the top addresses in town, where celebrities and politicians stay for official or private visits. The 140 rooms offer great views of the Staatsoper opposite. The hotel provides all sorts of thoughtful treats such as umbrellas for rainy days. The restaurant, Korso, is among Vienna’s best (see p78).

This hotel, rich in tradition, opened in 1873 and soon turned into a meeting place for Austro-Hungarian nobility. Today it still has a grand flair. Delights from the hotel’s confectioners include the Imperialtorte , created for the hotel’s opening to honour Emperor Franz Joseph I.

Although the hotel is housed in a very modern building, it is one of Vienna’s luxurious 5-star hotels. It is located opposite the Stadtpark and just a stone’s throw from the Konzerthaus. The interior has recently been renovated and its 453 plush rooms guarantee a pleasant stay.

The Hilton Vienna has some 1,000 works of contemporary art on display, and from the spacious rooms you can look out over virtually all the famous landmarks in Vienna’s city centre.

The Marriott is within walking distance of all the famous landmarks. It has an indoor swimming pool and a health club where you can relax after a day’s sightseeing.

Built in 1872, the hotel still has an elegant flair combined with all modern comforts. There are conference and banqueting halls and three restaurants.

This modern hotel is situated near Schloss Schönbrunn and 10 minutes on the underground from the city centre.

The Palais Leitenberger and the Palais Henckel von Donnersmarck were converted into a 5-star hotel in the late 20th century. The hotel has non-smoking and anti-allergy rooms.