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Hotel City Central

A business-district hotel in Vienna with a strong breakfast, friendly staff, and an easy connection to the city centre.

  • Central yet quiet location
  • Highly rated breakfast
  • Friendly, attentive staff
8.5 Great 5971 reviews Booking.com 8.5 · 5971 reviews

About

Hotel City Central

Hotel City Central sits in Vienna's business district on Taborstrasse, about 1.4 km from the Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. It offers straightforward 4-star comfort with a 24-hour reception, lift access, and an ATM on site, making it a practical base for seeing the city.

Rooms range from singles to a family room and a city apartment, and public areas are kept smoke-free. With parking (including a valet service), a paid shuttle, and a range of in-house services such as laundry and car hire, the hotel is oriented to both tourists and business travellers who want everything under one roof.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Staff consistently praised — Guests across the reviews describe the team as kind, attentive, and always smiling, with several calling the service a highlight of their stay.
  • Excellent breakfast offering — The breakfast wins near-universal approval: fresh and natural options, hot and cold dishes, made-to-order omelettes, juices, and fruit.
  • Convenient central location — Situated in Vienna's business district near Schwedenplatz metro and a short walk to the city centre and the Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, it's easy to explore on foot or by tram.
  • Spacious, comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as large, clean, and quiet, with complete bathrooms, sitting areas, and flat-screen TVs.
  • Good value for Vienna — One guest noted the price of €127 per night was among the lower in the city, while service and comfort remained high.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Facilities rating lags behind — The facilities category scores a modest 7.3, lower than other aspects, and reviews don't highlight any standout on-site leisure or business amenities.
  • No in-room coffee maker — One detailed review specifically wished for a coffeemaker in the room, mentioning it would have brought the experience closer to a higher-end chain.
  • Street noise possible in some rooms — While several reviews call rooms quiet, a guest's experience was in a courtyard-view room, and the property sits on a main street, so front-facing rooms may face traffic noise.
  • Parking costs extra — Parking is available, but guests pay around €20 per day for the garage via valet service, which adds to the total cost.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Family Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Standard Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Courtyard View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

City Apartment

  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • Key access
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Car hire
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Luggage storage
  • Pet amenities

Room Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots on request
  • Carpeted floor

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast (included in some rates)

Parking

  • Parking (paid, valet available)

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.5
Great 5971 reviews

Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 5,971 reviews

Booking.com · 8.5 · 5971 reviews
8.5Verified guest

“A charming hotel in a fantastic location near the tram and underground. It was conveniently close to Schwedenplatz station, the centre, and the main shopping street. I was pleasantly surprised by Café Ansari nearby, and my room was airy, quiet, and spacious with a great bathroom plus complimentary bubbly.”

8.5Verified guest

“The staff were incredibly kind and consistently courteous, some especially so. Breakfast was great with crispy bacon, a choice of juices, and fruit.”

8.5Verified guest

“Breakfast was excellent.”

8.5Verified guest

“The location is ideal for exploring. Rooms are spacious and well-maintained. Breakfast has a wide range, including hot and cold options. Staff are great. I enjoyed my stay.”

8.5Verified guest

“Location is convenient to the centre.”

8.5Verified guest

“Great breakfast, everything fresh and natural. Rooms are clean and warm. The surroundings are lovely, and I walked everywhere.”

04 — Location

Getting around Vienna

The property sits in Vienna.

Getting Around: Schwedenplatz metro and tram stop is right by the hotel, and you can walk to the city centre in about 15 minutes. The U-Bahn links you across Vienna quickly.

Nearby: A small supermarket next door is handy for supplies, and the Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is about 1.4 km away, a 20-minute stroll.

Dining: Guests have mentioned Café Ansari close by, known for goodies and drinks. The hotel's own breakfast is also a highlight.

Taborstrasse 8 A, Vienna, Vienna (Area), 1020, Austria

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
56 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available. One guest mentioned valet parking in a garage for €20 per day, arranged through the reception.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed, and the hotel even lists pet amenities.

What breakfast options are offered?

Breakfast includes hot and cold dishes, fruits, juices, crispy bacon, and made-to-order omelettes, with guests praising its variety and freshness.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Most rooms, including the Comfort Double, Standard Single, Family Room, Standard Double, Standard Twin, and Courtyard View Double, come with air conditioning.

What are the room options?

There are standard and comfort doubles, a standard twin, a single, a family room with two single beds, and a city apartment with a coffee machine.

The bottom line

Hotel City Central delivers on the essentials: a great breakfast, a genuinely friendly team, and a location that puts Vienna's centre within easy reach. The rooms are comfortable and quiet enough, though the facilities are functional rather than flashy. If you want a reliable, well-run base for exploring Vienna, this is a strong pick.

8.5A dependable Vienna stay with standout service and breakfast.

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