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Since 1870 the Grand Hotel Wien has been famous for exquisite hospitality and refined luxury. Long a hub for Vienna's high society and discerning international guests, the Grand Hotel Wien offers a superb range of luxury rooms and suites, unrivalled gourmet dining and world leading customer service. One of the finest luxury hotels in Vienna, the Grand Hotel Wien always guarantees an experience to remember.

History of the Grand Hotel Wien

A maison meublée, built by the renowned architect Carl Tietz in 1862, the Viennese Hotelier Anton Schneider acquired the premises where the Grand Hotel Wien stands today. A so-called maison meublée, a furnished house, was built according to the plans of the renowned architect Carl Tietz.

The first Grand Hotel in Vienna

Later on the building was turned into a hotel. On May 10th,1870 the Grand Hotel Wien was opened as the first Grand Hotel in Vienna. The fabulous Grand Hotel Wien offered 300 rooms, 200 bathrooms, steam elevators and a telegraph office, which was a sensation at that time. At the very hub of Viennese social life. The Grand Hotel Wien quickly became famous for being at the very hub of Viennese social life. For example, in 1894 Johann Strauss, the king of Waltz, celebrated his 50-year jubilee on stage in the Grand Hotel Wien. Because of this noble status, it was hard to get a room at the Grand Hotel Wien, it was nearly fully booked all the time!

Early 20th Century Expansion - In 1911, the Grand Hotel Wien reached its largest expansion. Two of the neighbouring houses, Kaerntner Ring 11 and 13, were acquired, and after extensive renovations the buildings were joined together. Thereafter, the Grand Hotel Wien was able to offer 100 additional rooms and several elegant salons. In 1945 the Grand Hotel Wien had to close its doors for 10 years, as the Russian troops engrossed the building. After minor renovations the Grand Hotel Wien was re-opened by Director Walter Scheel, but just after a year it was sold to the Austrian government, who offered it to the International Atomic Energy Agency. It became their headquarters for over 20 years. In 1989, after the International Atomic Energy Agency had moved out, All Nippon Airways bought the building, reduced it to its original size and restored the beautiful, traditional facade while the interior of the building was newly constructed. The emphasis was put on tradition with state-of-the art technology.

Renovation & Re-opening

After a 100 million Euro renovation, the ANA Grand Hotel Wien was officially inaugurated on June 14th, 1994. The target had been reached: the Grand Hotel Wien´s glittering past and shining future had been fused!

Luxury Rooms & Suites

You will feel extremely comfortable and homelike in a luxury room or suite at the Grand Hotel Wien, where classic music mixes with classic architecture. The 205 rooms and suites are spacious and designed in typical Viennese style. They guarantee luxury, comfort and convenience. Exquisite fabrics, rare antiques, classic decoration and state-of-the-art technical equipment will make you feel thoroughly at home.

Restaurants & Bars

Award winning Viennese, European and Japanese cuisine. The Grand Hotel Wien is home to several of Vienna's best restaurants and bars, and during your stay there is plenty to choose from to enjoy a unique and stylish dining or bar experience. Guests are spoilt with culinary delights in a total of 4 restaurants, a bar and a lobby coffee lounge.

1870 - Restaurant Terrace Lounge

Located on the 7th floor of the Grand Hotel Wien. Austrian fusion cuisine with international influences Overlooking the beautiful rooftops of Vienna on the 7th floor of the Grand Hotel Wien, the 1870 - Restaurant Terrace Lounge is the city's hottest dining experience. Here Executive Chef Jürgen Lengauer and his expert team pay homage to traditional Viennese cuisine coupled with a range of exciting international influences.

Gault Millau Award for 1870 - Restaurant Terrace Lounge - After a great year establishing its reputation as one of the finest restaurants in Vienna, the 1870 - Restaurant Terrace Lounge has been awarded 2 Toques in the new Gault Millau guide.

Chanterelle Meets Bonito - Diners can expect a host of classic and newly interpreted creations, designed to delight the palate and showcase a host of creative Austrian flavours and skill, along with a fascinating range of vegan and vegetarian dishes. At 1870 - Restaurant Terrace Lounge, as with all restaurants at Grand Hotel Wien, the dining experience is centered around seasonality, regionality and high-quality products. Jürgen Lengauer, Executive Chef Grand Hotel Vienna, says of his popular restaurant: "For us it is important to maintain the culinary traditions, not to forget them and to combine the best with the new from the roots of the recipes. This is what 1870 stands for."

UNKAI - Japanese Cuisine

"UNKAI" can be translated as "sea of clouds", and truly no other name would better describe the restaurant located on the seventh floor of the Grand Hotel Wien serving heavenly best Japanese cuisine. The team awaits you with culinary delights, which have been awarded with two toques by "Gault Millau". At UNKAI restaurant focus is constantly placed on the best quality and that is what The Grand Hotel Wien is known for. Inspiring Japanese cuisine, puristic, authentic, modern and traditional. The chef de cuisine spoils his guests with the most exquisite ingredients, finest natural aromas refined with devotion, promising an unforgettable taste experience, taking you literally one step closer to heaven. Enjoy the à la carte dining, and legendary sushi compositions or great assortment of teppanyaki dishes.

You have the choice between two private dining rooms for up to 16 guests, private dining rooms for up to 16 guests, two Teppan-Yaki grills where the dishes are prepared freshly in front of your eyes or you choose a table in the main restaurant area, which has a very clear and modern interior design.

Tatami Rooms and Geisha Services - The tatami rooms in the UNKAI restaurant offer a unique experience of Japanese culture in the middle of the city. These two exclusive rooms are furnished with traditional tatami mats, which are known for their beauty and simplicity. The tatami mats give the room a special atmosphere of calm and concentration, creating the ideal setting for an authentic Japanese dinner. Tatami rooms have been a symbol of Japanese hospitality and culture for centuries and were traditionally used in teahouses and private living areas. At UNKAI, the experience is complemented by the exclusive kimono service. It pays homage to Japanese traditions and makes the culinary experience something very special.

UNKAI – Bar & Sushi

The Modern Sushi Bar in Vienna. UNKAI Bar & Sushi is the perfect place for everyone who loves great sushi and sashimi but is lacking time for a decent lunch or dinner. The modern sushi bar is located on the ground floor of the Grand Hotel Wien. You will find outstanding sushi and sashimi in highest quality and a great view on the famous Viennese Ringstraße here.

Sushi under blue sky - In the warmer season, from April to October, you can enjoy sushi and sashimi under blue sky! The chic outdoor terrace in front of the hotel is designed in Japanese style and offers a great place for lunch or dinner. Enjoy excellent sushi while watching the busy street life on the beautiful Ringstraße.

Grand Brasserie

Your breakfast temple in Vienna. The Grand Hotel Wiens Grand Brasserie is open daily. In the morning the friendly service team spoils its guests with an extensive breakfast, leaving nothing to wish for. The generous buffet with sweet and savory delicacies is completed with various warm dishes which will be prepared freshly in the kitchen. For those who like to start their day sparkling a glass of sparkling wine awaits you. Enjoy the outstanding breakfast buffet at the cosy Grand Brasserie and the great view on the famous Viennese Ringstrasse.

Rosengarten Lobby Restaurant

The Lobby Restaurant at the Grand Hotel Wien. The lobby restaurant Rosengarten is a popular meeting place for both Viennese and international guests. With a view of the impressive lobby and the Vienna Ringstrasse, you can enjoy delicious coffee and tea specialties, homemade tartlets and desserts, including the famous Grand Guglhupf. Austrian and international dishes and snacks are served for lunch and dinner. A comprehensive selection of Austrian and international wines, sparkling wine and champagne as well as fantastic cocktails are offered. In the evenings you can enjoy the special atmosphere with live piano music.

Grand Hotel Wien Schanigarten

"Schanigarten" directly at the Viennese Ringstrasse. The Grand Hotel Wien has a very elegant outdoor terrace, called "Schanigarten", with view on the famous Viennese Ringstraße. From March until October, guests can enjoy delicacies together with great coffee, a glass of wine or champagne. On the menu, you will find typical Viennese and international bar snacks like flamed salmon with passion fruit-mayonnaise, ham and cheeseburger or "Backhendl" (deep-fried chicken) in panko coat with sesame cabbage as well as a wide range of drinks like freshly squeezed fruit juices, selected Austrian and international wines, international beers and outstanding cocktails.

Wagemut Kavalierbar

The famous Kavalierbar at the Grand Hotel is now opened as the Wagemut Kavalierbar under the stewardship of Mr. Nicolas Kröger and Wagemut. This young, dynamic team have introduced a new world of exceptional experiences right in the heart of Vienna. Guests and visitors will be welcomed into one of the most exclusive bars in the city, featuring chilled sounds, exceptional modern service and an uncompromising selection of spirits. Here you will find amazing Austrian fruit brandy from the renowned distillers Georg Hiebl and Josef Farthofer… along with an incomparable selection of 150 brandies and spirits, an enormous collection of Armagnac and an excellent array of rum & whisky, including a host of rarities and exclusive drinks.

Barrel Trolley and Amazing Experiences - A special highlight is the barrel trolley, featuring a single barrel from the renowned rum distillery Foursquare, from Barbados. From this wooden vessel, special cocktails are prepared before your eyes, guaranteeing an out-of-this-world drinking adventure to remember. Set on the first floor of the Grand Hotel, the Wagemut Kavalierbar provides a beautiful view across Vienna's most famous boulevard. A place for local and international patrons to enjoy the very best the city has to offer, including the ambiance of an old-world British club. Here you will find classic furnishings, cozy chairs and sofas, dark woods and an open bar. Perfect for entertaining meetings, confidential conversations and a wealth of good times, it is a place to create mesmerizing moments and memories.

Grand Spa No605

Equilibrium, Balance and Perfection. In numerology, six represents equilibrium, balance, and perfection. This is exactly how dedicated staff want you to feel when you leave the Grand Spa on the 6th floor of the Grand Hotel Wien: perfectly in balance. Behind door 605 on the 6th floor of the Grand Hotel Wien, an oasis of calm and well-being in the heart of the city awaits you. The 200-square-meter Grand Spa offers everything to make your stay in Vienna complete: a sauna, a steam bath, a separate women's area with its own sauna, a relaxation zone, a cardio area with the latest equipment, and a good selection of beauty and massage treatments.

The design of the spa consciously reflects the 150-year history of the Grand Hotel Wien. In addition to exposed masonry from the historic stately palace on Ringstrasse boulevard, details like Spanish mosaics make reference to the great tradition of spa bath culture in early 20th-century Vienna. The contemporary world is represented by high-quality materials, state-of-the-art technology in the saunas, steam baths, and heated bench, and an innovative LED concept that pampers spa guests with more than thirty different light and color settings.