Historic hotel that was occupied during World War II
Elegant, classic decor creates an old-world feeling
Located near pedestrianized shopping streets and famous local attractions
Comfortable rooms with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and spacious bathrooms
Executive Rooms include a free drink on arrival and candy
Plenty of conference space for meetings
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Not all rooms have air-conditioning
Some rooms can be noisy
Fee for breakfast buffet
The Austria Trend Hotel Astoria Wien has been open for over a century and combines elegant, original detailing with some contemporary decor updates, some of which were made after its near destruction following occupation in WWII. Like the common areas, rooms have a combination of classical and modern decor and come with free Wi-Fi, although some lack air-conditioning. It's conveniently close to historic sites and shopping districts and has a good amount of meeting space, which attracts both tourists and business travelers alike. There's no restaurant on-site, but there is a bar as well as a breakfast room, which serves a buffet continental breakfast every morning (for a fee).
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Scene
Classic, historical hotel with elegant decor
The Austria Trend Hotel Astoria was built in the early 1900s and has a traditional Viennese style. At the time of its opening, it was the most modern hotel in the city, and was popular among diplomats, politicians, and actors. It suffered some damage during WWII when it was occupied by the Allies, but has since been renovated multiple times. Despite updates, it still has an elegant old-world feel, with a grand exteriors and boldly hued carpets, chandeliers, marble-topped tables, and mahogany wood-paneled walls in the interiors. Historic artifacts including antique cups, an old clock, and photographs of the hotel’s past are on display, as are old-fashioned phone booths, which have modern working phones in them.
Location
Around the corner from shopping and Austria’s most famous attractions
The hotel is near Karntner Strasse, Vienna’s most popular shopping street and pedestrian area, and within a short walk of shopping, restaurants, bars, and countless museums. Around the corner are some of the city’s most famous sights, including Saint Stephen’s Cathedral, the most important religious building in the city. The Vienna Casino is just across the street.The hotel is a seven-minute walk from Hofburg Palace, the official home of the President of Austria. For outstanding culture, the Albertina Museum, three minutes away on foot, has one of the largest print rooms in the world, and the nearby Vienna Opera House hosts moving concerts. Public transportation is easily accessible and the airport is a 20-minute drive or 35-minute bus ride away.
Rooms
Modern, spacious rooms with elegant decor
The Classic Rooms at the Trend Hotel are decorated in a traditional Viennese style with a few modern updates, and include decorative fabric curtains, modern wooden headboards, and elegant light fixtures as well as a range of pillow options. Executive Rooms have gold, and red accents, shades that are often described as the emperor’s colors. These higher-level suites also include a voucher for a welcome drink, nonalcoholic drinks, and bedtime candy as well as early check-in and late check-out options. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and spacious marble bathrooms, but some lack air-conditioning. Rooms have either street or yard views; those looking out on the street naturally get the most noise.
Features
Breakfast buffet, on-site bar, and plenty of meeting rooms
The breakfast room is a bright and sophisticated dining space with crown molding on the ceilings, a marble fireplace, and a large gilded gold mirror. Breakfast is served buffet style and is not included in room rates. Many items are local and organic, and gluten-free and lactose-free are available on request. The Astoria Bar is a sleek spot to relax and serves snacks, cakes, and coffee along with beer, wine, and liquor. The hotel also has a couple of presentation rooms with projection monitors, dark wood tables, and cushioned chairs. Although there's no gym, a detailed jogging map of local paths of varying lengths is available at the front desk.
