Le Meridien ViennavsHotel Royal
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Le Meridien Vienna ranks significantly higher than Hotel Royal. Le Meridien Vienna is ranked #21 in Vienna with accolades from 8 publications such as Star Service, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
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
Hotel Royal
Singerstrasse 3, 1010 Wien, Vienna A-1010, Austria
From $83/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This dignified, nine-story hotel is on one of the more prestigious streets of the old city, less than a block from St. Stephan's Cathedral." Full review
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Try for a room with a balcony and a view of the cathedral.
Star Service
"This nine-story tourist-class hotel is a budget-friendly version of the more traditional Ambassador just down the road." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The highlight of the hotel is the rooftop restaurant and bar, with an outdoor terrace, floor-to-ceiling windows, and views over Vienna. " Full review