Grand Hotel WienvsLe Meridien Vienna
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Grand Hotel Wien ranks slightly better than Le Meridien Vienna. Grand Hotel Wien scores 86 with accolades from 11 reviewers like Michelin Guide, Concierge and Frommer's.
Grand Hotel Wien Show All Reviews
Kaerntner Ring 9, Vienna 1010, Austria
From $214/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"A truly classic grand hotel in a historical setting with a suitably imposing lobby."
Frommer's
"Only a block from the Wiener Staatsoper, it's a honey." Full review
Concierge
"High standards are satisfied at every turn—except for the fitness center (tiny) and pool (absent)."
Fodor's
"With one of the great locations on the Ringstrasse... the Grand Hotel Wien (the first luxury hotel in Vienna) has risen to new splendor." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Grand accommodates the latest in modern facilities while still exuding plenty of its original charm." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Revived 1870 Belle Époque building near the boutique-filled street Kohlmarkt. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel is situated in one of the mansions along the Ringstrasse and has an early 20th century feel. Its rooms are luxurious and are decorated in Art Nouveau style."
Star Service
"About a 10-minute walk from St. Stephen's, Grand Hotel Wien is Vienna's oldest hotel, a confident icon that has been proudly hosting visiting dignitaries and commercial bigwigs since opening day." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 205-room Grand Hotel Wien is a traditionally elegant five-pearl property located on Vienna's famed Kaerntner Ring." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The 1870 Belle Époque landmark has "a wonderful ambience."" Full review
Le Meridien Vienna
Opernring 13, Vienna A-1010, Austria
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Behind its classic facade, this hotel features modern design, a host of art works and a special lighting concept."
Frommer's
"Located directly on the famous Ringstrasse, this glamorous, government-rated five-star property is only a short stroll from the Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace." Full review
Fodor's
"The supercool "art and tech" lobby here is adorned with Mies van der Rohe–style sofas and ottomans and nouvelle fluorescent-light panels." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With its sleek rooms, cutting-edge interior, contemporary art themes and hi-tech extras, Le Meridien has set the standard for designer hotels in Vienna." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This art hotel is located between two historic parks on the front end of the Ringstrasse, in the center of Vienna." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"One-ups its similarly sized competition with top-notch facilities that other contenders can’t touch: a state-of-the-art fitness center with a resort-sized pool, a whirlpool, a steam room, a sauna." Full review
Star Service
"It boasts a sleek modern fireplace in the lobby and an appealing patio that is popular in warm weather. Housed in a neoclassical edifice, this cutting-edge hotel appeals to trendsetting leisure guests." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Le Meridien Vienna is a stylish, luxury hotel with a central, convenient location at the edge of Ringstrasse near transportation and restaurants." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Rich colors and textures combine with clean modernist lines for a soothing in-room experience, and the full complement of contemporary luxury-hotel comforts " Full review