If you’re coming for a short trip and plan to spend most of your day exploring the city rather than in your hotel, you probably don’t need to invest in a hotel right in the heart of the old town or a luxury one. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of comfortable and pleasant hotels located throughout the city, suitable for those who want to travel in Vienna on a low budget. While most of the hotels on this list aren’t right in the center of the action, they are in locations with excellent public transport access, so you can get to all the city’s major attractions quickly and easily. This list of cheap hotels in Vienna will help you enjoy your trip to the city without breaking the bank.
The districts where you can find more affordably priced hotels that are not too far from the center are: District 3, District 4, Districts 15 and 16 (these districts have more immigrants), District 2 (in the Prater park area), and District 10 (in the modern area near the central station, not in the heart of the immigrant areas of this district). There are a few rare gems that are very close to the old city and still offer particularly attractive prices; these hotels will appear in the list below.
In this list, we have selected recommended and affordable hotels from these districts, so you can be in a good location at a great, low price. These hotels are mostly three-star hotels. Of course, prices vary depending on the season and demand, so you might find even cheaper hotels in the comprehensive accommodation list linked below. Click on the hotel name for more information and photos on booking.com.
For those who don’t want to delve into the description of each hotel, here is the list of recommended budget hotels. Below the list, we’ve added details and a photo for each hotel:
- Prizeotel Vienna-City
- ibis Wien Hauptbahnhof
- Hotel Zipser
- MEININGER Hotel Wien Downtown Sissi
- Jo&Joe Vienna
- Motel One Wien-Prater
- Motel One Wien-Staatsoper
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Motel One Wien-Hauptbahnhof
- Hotel Calmo
- Austria Trend Hotel beim Theresianum
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- B&B Hotel Wien-Hbf
- Hotel Pension Museum
- MEININGER Hotel Wien Downtown Franz
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Cheap Hotels in Vienna
Details on the most recommended hotels:
1. Prizeotel Vienna-City
A modern and new 3-star hotel with 293 rooms. Located about 350 meters from the central train station, in the modern area of the 10th district. The rooms are air-conditioned and designed in a simple, practical manner. For those who need it, parking is available at the hotel. Breakfast is served at the hotel. Due to its proximity to the central station, you can reach the city center quickly using the U1 red underground line.
More information about Prizeotel on Booking.com.
2. ibis Wien Hauptbahnhof
The Ibis chain is well-known and very popular among travelers looking for affordable accommodation solutions. There are several Ibis hotels throughout Vienna. This hotel is located about 200 meters from the central train station, making access to the city center and the airport quick and convenient. The rooms are simply and comfortably designed, and all have air conditioning, a shower, a toilet, and essential amenities for a pleasant stay. Parking is available at the hotel for those who need it. Breakfast is served at the hotel.
More information about Ibis Hauptbahnhof on Booking.com
3. Hotel Zipser
Hotel Zipser is located in Vienna’s 8th district, about 100 meters from the City Hall (Rathaus) underground station. It’s a small, warm family business in an ideal location for exploring the city, especially for those visiting Vienna during the Christmas market season. The hotel rooms have a traditional and slightly dated design, but they are comfortable, quiet, and equipped with everything you need. The hotel rooms are not air-conditioned.
More information about Hotel Zipser on Booking.com
4. MEININGER Hotel Wien Downtown Sissi
The MEININGER chain specializes in hotels for budget travelers. They have several hotels in Vienna. This hotel is located in the second district, about a 20-minute walk to Prater Park or a 10-minute walk to the Danube Canal and the Old City. The rooms are modern and comfortable, but they are not air-conditioned. There are rooms suitable for up to 4 people. The hotel has a bar and also serves breakfast.
More information about MEININGER Downtown Sissi on Booking.com
5. Jo&Joe Vienna Hostel / Hotel
If you’re looking for a place with a young and fun atmosphere – Jo&Joe is an excellent choice. This hotel is also a hostel for budget travelers. There are shared dorms as well as private rooms with a shower and toilet. Some call it the “IKEA hotel” as it is located in the IKEA building – on the fifth and sixth floors. The hotel has a terrace with a lovely view of the city. The location is ideal as it is adjacent to the Westbahnhof station and the Mariahilfer Straße shopping street. The hotel rooms are simple and air-conditioned, and there are private rooms suitable for up to 12 people. A variety of social events like karaoke nights and parties are held here.
More information about Jo&Joe on Booking.com
6. Motel One
The Motel One hotel chain has taken Vienna by storm with its excellent value for money. The city already has several hotels from this chain in good locations. At Motel One hotels, you can be sure to receive excellent cleanliness, small and practical rooms, and accessibility to the city’s important attractions. The recommended branches of this chain in Vienna are: Motel One by the Opera – a budget hotel in the best location you could ask for; Motel One Prater, located in the second district near the famous Prater amusement park; Motel One Hauptbahnhof, located near the central train station; and Motel One Westbahnhof, located near the Mariahilfer Straße shopping street.
More information on the recommended Motel One hotels on Booking.com:
7. Hotel Calmo
Located in the northern part of the 9th district, a short walk from the Spittelau underground station. The hotel is simple and pleasant and offers good value for money. The rooms are not air-conditioned but are equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Parking is available at the hotel for an additional fee. Breakfast is also served on-site.
More information about Hotel Calmo on Booking.com
8. Austria Trend Hotel beim Theresianum
The Austria Trend chain is known for its quality and reliability. This hotel is located in Vienna’s 4th district, a 10-minute walk from Belvedere Palace and about a 5-minute walk from Vienna’s central train station. The rooms are air-conditioned and well-equipped. The hotel serves a good breakfast and has parking spaces available for an additional charge.
More information about Austria Trend Hotel on Booking.com
9. Austria Classic Hotel Wien
A small and pleasant hotel with air-conditioned and spacious rooms. Located near Prater Park, close to an underground station. From the hotel, you can easily walk to a variety of kosher restaurants and use public transport to get to the Old City.
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10. B&B Hotel Wien-Hbf
This hotel is located in the 10th district near the central train station. It is a relatively large hotel by Vienna standards, with 8 floors and 196 rooms. The design is simple but modern and adequate. All rooms are air-conditioned and include a toilet and shower, a desk, and a TV. They have family rooms available that can accommodate up to 6 people (3 adults + 3 children). Breakfast is served on-site.
More information about B&B Hotel on Booking.com
11. Hotel-Pension Museum
This hotel is located in a classic Viennese building in a winning location in the heart of the city. The hotel is situated near the Museum Quarter and the Volkstheater, close to an underground station. The rooms are pleasant, although not particularly modern. The area is quiet and central. The hotel rooms are not air-conditioned. A varied breakfast is available.
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12. MEININGER Hotel Wien Downtown Franz
A modern hotel with simple rooms. Located in the second district near the Jewish area and a metro station. It even has a playroom for children. The hotel rooms can accommodate families or groups of up to 6 people. For more information, reviews, photos, and prices:
More information about MEININGER Hotel Franz on Booking.com
If you are interested in slightly more indulgent hotels, you can find more recommendations in the comprehensive list we have prepared on the most recommended hotels in Vienna
