
Best Wellness Hotels in Innere Stadt
Bursting with life and places of attraction, this district of Vienna offers travellers a hub of activity while immersed in the magnificent culture Austria has to offer. Standing as the ‘old town’, the Innere Stadt is the 1st municipal district of the Austrian capital and often associated as the corporate hub. Due to its centralised location, the Innere Stadt has great travel options both into the district and outside of its boundaries making it the crossing point for many travellers without the necessity of a car. Picture beautiful architecture teeming with historical context alongside the unique modernity of the Austrian capital – it’s an area not to be missed for that full Vienna experience. Explore our selected luxury hotels in the area so you can kick back and relax after a full day’s exploration. Here are our favourite luxury hotels in the area.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
Hotel Sacher Wien
(5 stars)Irresistibly Viennese and very grand, this hotel has hosted everyone from the Queen to Mahatma Gandhi. The rooms have been designed by a French interior designer, preserving the historic features but giving a light and elegant finish. There’s a lovely, sunny terrace on the top floor, overlooking the city, an impeccable concierge service and elegant private rooms for dining and entertaining. There are two restaurants, the famous Blue Bar and a typically Viennese coffee room where you can enjoy the original sacher torte, a hotel speciality.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
Mandarin Oriental, Vienna
(5 stars)Mandarin Oriental, Vienna marks the Group’s debut in Austria, bringing its world-renowned service and refined aesthetic to the city’s prestigious First District. The hotel features 138 rooms and suites, set within a heritage-listed Art Nouveau building originally designed by Alfred Keller in 1908. The interiors blend historical grandeur with contemporary sophistication, creating a sense of timeless luxury.
Guests can dine in elegant restaurants and bars celebrating Vienna’s culinary artistry, or unwind in The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, offering holistic treatments inspired by both Eastern and European traditions. The property also houses a state-of-the-art fitness centre, tranquil wellness spaces, and meeting venues that combine classic Viennese architecture with modern comfort. Situated on Riemergasse, moments from St Stephen’s Cathedral and Vienna State Opera, this new landmark offers a serene urban retreat infused with the city’s rich cultural legacy.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
Rosewood Vienna
(5 stars)Rosewood Vienna is an exquisitely designed hotel set across four interconnected 19th-century buildings on Petersplatz, in the heart of Vienna’s gilded Old Town, where Mozart once lived. The bespoke interiors thoughtfully pay homage to the design heritage of the city. The top floor Neue Hoheit Restaurant, and THE1835 rooftop bar offer panoramic views across the city’s domes and spires.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna
(5 stars)A listed heritage site, this stunning hotel provides luxury in the grand tradition. Its facilities range from modern conference rooms to palatial apartments, reminiscent of old Vienna. There’s a ballroom, a flower shop, a spa and even a cigar lounge – if you travel with your own cigars, you can take advantage of the hotel’s humidor to store them. The hotel is located near the Danube, in the historic heart of Vienna. There are a number of suites – the Presidential is the largest suite in Vienna. Enjoy a great selection of bars and restaurants too.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
(5 stars)The facade of the Ritz Carlton is one of the most elegant in Vienna, showing its origin as four linked palaces built between 1865 and 1871. The hotel is situated on the prestigious Schubertring. It has a farm-to-table steakhouse along with a lobby lounge for light meals. The D-bar features professional “mixologists” and more than 40 different rums, while the rooftop bar is ideal for taking in Vienna’s skyline. For relaxation, the hotel has a spa, fitness centre and swimming pool. The spa suites can be booked by couples, and feature a private whirlpool bath and luxury amenities.
Vienna, Vienna, Innere Stadt
Almanac Palais Vienna
(5 stars)This 19th-century neo-baroque Palais on the Ringstrasse overlooks the Stadtpark. Recently unveiled after a huge renovation, it features interior design by Jaime Beriestain. There are now 80 suites and 31 bedrooms, with the Vienna Art Suite offering the penthouse experience in shades of beige and gold with a huge carved wooden headboard. Unwind in the Almanac’s two-floor wellness centre, with its 46-foot indoor pool and thermal waters; grab a coffee in the Viennese-style Elias Coffee Shop; and dine in the Alpine-style Donnerskarkt Restaurant & Bar, where plant-based cooking is at the fore.
