The luxurious, renowned 5-star Hotel Imperial is set directly on the Ringstraße boulevard in the heart of Vienna and takes you back to the times of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It features exclusive hotel rooms and a 24-hour rooftop fitness center with a sauna. It was inaugurated in 1873 by Emperor Francis Joseph as the Palais Württemberg. Decorated with precious antiques, silk walls and historical details, the rooms and suites of Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna offer modern comforts such as air conditioning, a sound system and an extra-large TV. Bathrobes and slippers are available in the spacious marble bathrooms. For guests of the suites, a personal butler service is available. Guests can enjoy a classic Viennese coffee and pastries, including the famous Imperialtorte (cake), at Café Imperial. At the Imperial Bar, a wide range of cocktails and other drinks, as well as live piano music, are offered. The on-site business center consists of modern meeting rooms and elegant conference salons equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The historic and carefully restored Festsaal and Marmorsaal are an ideal location for events. The Musikverein (concert hall), site of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra’s New Year’s Concert, is right behind Hotel Imperial. Karlsplatz Underground Station, the State Opera, and the Kärntner Straße shopping street can be reached in a 5-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Luxury Collection
Hotel chain/brand
Luxury Collection

Property highlights

  • Located in the heart of Vienna, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet


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Roger
United States United States
First rate facility and services. Not cheap, but a decent value.
Colette
United States United States
Staying at the Imperial was being in fantasy land. It is truly palatial and so beautiful. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. We ate outside at the little cafe multiple times and it was perfect.
Recollection_man
Turkey Turkey
The concierge team was outstanding — we exchanged seven or eight messages while planning my wife's birthday and they answered every one thoughtfully, always suggesting how they could help. They arranged champagne and beautiful flowers, upgraded...
Rae
United States United States
Great location. Luxuriously appointed rooms, modern clean large bathroom, service very polite and professional. Room well lit, great AC, vanity light in bathroom perfect. Charming cafe with outdoor seating available. Great cocktails at bar and...
Jozef
United States United States
The location of the hotel was perfect, walking distance to main attractions. The room itself was gorgeous. Definitely stepping back in time. The architecture was stunning. Breakfast was delicious, good selection. Anita, the front office...
Glenn
United States United States
Classic Vienna old world Hotel. Staff and facilities were excellent. Beautiful Bedroom and Bath.
Coolopa41
United States United States
Location is excellent. Breakfast is very good, breakfast room and outside terrace absolute tops. The building and its history are a rarity and it is magnificent. The bed was one of the very best I have ever encountered. And front desk staff is...
Anna
United States United States
This was the most beautiful and luxurious hotel I have ever stayed at! I felt like a princess staying in a palace.
James
United States United States
What could top staying in a former palace. The rooms were beautiful and well appointed, the staff was friendly and efficient and the lobby was spectacular
Rebecca
United States United States
THIS HOTEL IS SIMPLY STUNNING. THE STAFF IS STUPENDOUS AND WE LOVED THE LOCATION. FELT LIKE ROYALTY STAYING HERE.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Café Imperial Wien
  • Cuisine
    Austrian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Imperial Bar
  • Cuisine
    Austrian • International
  • Open for
    High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar

House rules

Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 100 per person, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property has a strict nonsmoking policy.

Please also note that all guests (adults or children) staying in existing beds or extra beds are charged extra for breakfast.

Please inform Hotel Imperial, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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