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Almanac Palais Vienna

A five-star stay on Parkring in Vienna's Innere Stadt, with a spa, indoor pool, and a free minibar in every room.

  • Free minibar with daily refills
  • Indoor pool, sauna, and spa treatments on site
  • Steps from St. Stephen's Cathedral and the city center
8.9 Great 2986 reviews Booking.com 8.9 · 2986 reviews

About

Almanac Palais Vienna

Almanac Palais Vienna occupies a prime spot on Parkring in the 01. Innere Stadt district, putting you within walking distance of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the town center, and the park. The hotel offers 111 rooms and suites, a spa and wellness center with an indoor pool, sauna, and massage treatments, plus a fitness center and a restaurant with a plant-forward menu. Guests consistently praise the location and the staff's helpfulness, along with the complimentary minibar that's restocked daily.

The property blends modern comfort with Viennese atmosphere, featuring allergy-free rooms, a lift, and 24-hour reception. There's valet parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and a paid airport shuttle for those arriving by car or plane. Rooms come with king-size beds, coffee machines, and air conditioning, while public areas include a coffee shop, bar/lounge, and terrace with garden furniture.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Walkable to the best of Vienna — The hotel sits on Parkring in the Innere Stadt, within a short walk of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the town center, and a nearby park. Several guests call the location 'perfect' or 'excellent' for sightseeing.
  • Free minibar, refilled daily — Every room includes a complimentary minibar that staff restock each day. Multiple reviews highlight this as a standout perk.
  • Spa, pool, and fitness on site — Guests can use the indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and fitness center, plus book a range of massage and beauty treatments. One reviewer loved the hot stone massage; another found the spa relaxing and private.
  • Attentive, friendly staff — From the front desk to the bar, reviewers describe the team as competent, helpful, and warm. A barman named Jan gets a special mention for excellent service.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Price point is high — With a price from £2 per night (likely a placeholder in the data) and a 5-star rating, this is a premium property. Some guests note they 'got money's worth' but it's an investment for a city break.
  • Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:59, so late arrivals after midnight won't be accommodated without prior notice.
  • Parking is limited — The hotel offers valet parking and handicap parking, but public parking nearby is mentioned by a guest as the alternative—implying on-site spaces may be limited or at a cost.
  • Dining rated slightly lower — While the restaurant's plant-forward menu impressed one guest, the dining category scores 8 out of 10—a notch below rooms and location. It may not be the highlight for every visitor.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Almanac Deluxe

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Almanac Duplex Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Almanac Suite Parkview

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Almanac Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Almanac Duplex Suite Parkview

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Almanac Premium

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Disability Access

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Palais Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Family Two-Bedroom

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Presidential Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Wellness

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage treatments
  • Beauty treatments

Parking & Transport

  • Car park
  • Valet parking
  • Handicap parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Paid airport shuttle

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Special diet menus
  • In-room breakfast

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Coffee machine
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.9
Great 2986 reviews

Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 2,986 reviews

Booking.com · 8.9 · 2986 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness9.0
Location9.0
Dining8.0
Price and service8.0
8.9Verified guest

“Great facilities including the fitness center, indoor pool, and 24-hour front desk. Staff gave helpful sightseeing tips during my first visit; I plan to come back for Christmas.”

8.9Verified guest

“Breakfast with fresh fruit and Nespresso coffee was excellent and plentiful. The location was fantastic, close to bars, restaurants, cafes, the city center, and St. Stephen's Cathedral.”

8.9Verified guest

“Perfect location, beautiful small hotel with most needed services, ideal for a Viennese stay.”

8.9Verified guest

“Celebrated our engagement here for three nights; the staff warmly welcomed us with a surprise cake. Rooms were spacious, modern, spotless, and the plant-forward restaurant menu impressed. The spa was relaxing and mostly private.”

8.9Verified guest

“Rooms with a view, competent and helpful staff, comfortable spot with a quiet atmosphere and a handy streetside coffee shop.”

8.9Verified guest

“Perfect location for sightseeing and a calm place to relax.”

04 — Location

Getting around Vienna

The property sits in Vienna.

Innere Stadt: You're in Vienna's historic first district, surrounded by baroque streets, coffee houses, and the iconic St. Stephen's Cathedral, a short stroll away.

Parkring: The hotel fronts the Ringstrasse boulevard and a city park, giving you a green buffer from the bustle while keeping everything on the Ring within reach.

Parkring 14-16, Vienna, Vienna (Area), 1010, Austria

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
95 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers a car park, handicap parking, valet parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. A guest also mentioned public parking is nearby.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available on request.

Does the hotel have a spa and pool?

Yes, there's an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a full spa and wellness centre with massage and beauty treatments.

Is breakfast included?

The data doesn't specify whether breakfast is included in the rate. However, in-room breakfast is available, and the on-site restaurant serves a breakfast with fresh fruit and coffee, as noted by guests.

What room types are available?

You can choose from rooms like the Almanac Room, Junior Suite, Almanac Deluxe, Duplex Suites, Parkview Suites, a Family Two-Bedroom, and even a Presidential Suite—all with king-size beds.

The bottom line

If you want to wake up steps from St. Stephen's Cathedral and end your day with a swim and a massage, Almanac Palais Vienna delivers. The free minibar and genuinely helpful staff make the five-star experience feel personal rather than stiff. Just be ready to pay for the privilege and plan your arrival within the check-in window.

8.9A polished base for sightseeing, with spa perks that justify the splurge.

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