Best Historic Hotels Near Vienna in 2026

Few grand hotels carry their history as effortlessly as Vienna’s Hotel Imperial. Originally built in 1866 as the Palais Württemberg, this stunning palace hotel has welcomed everyone from Brahms and Wagner to Queen Elizabeth II and Charlie Chaplin, yet what continues to impress us is how little of its old world character has been sacrificed for modern comforts. We love the sheer theatricality of the interiors. Marble halls, crystal chandeliers, hand-carved statues and richly detailed Belle Époque décor create something quintessentially Viennese. We especially love the service at Hotel Imperial, and the personal butlers that come with many of the suites are a cut above. The food impresses everyone here,… > See All the Details & Book