Vienna is the largest city of Austria and ranks 17th in the list of global destinations. Attractions in the majestic city of Vienna include Schönbrunn Palace, Tiergarten Schönbrunn (world’s oldest public zoo), Wiener Riesenrad ferris wheel and tons of museums. Of course, what better way to experience grandeur in Vienna than to stay at the most opulent accommodations in the city? Here is a list of our top 5 favorites.

Hotel Lamée

Location: Rotenturmstraße 15, 01. Innere Stadt, 1010 Vienna
Suites start at: $450

Vienna is a city filled with grand churches such as the historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral, which is just 650 feet away from the luxurious Hotel Lamee. The 1930s building was renovated to combine cosmopolitan atmosphere with Viennese charm. Hotel Lamee offers soundproof rooms with full-HD LCD televisions, a private terrace on the 7th floor with breathtaking views of the St. Stephen’s Cathedral and great dining experience at the Cafe Bar Bloom.

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Ritz-Carlton Vienna

Location: Schubertring 5- 7, 1010 Vienna
Suites start at: $500

Ritz-Carlton Vienna provides a sanctuary in the middle of the urban setting. Choose from 5-star hotel’s 202 rooms (43 suites), which all offer optimum privacy and comfort. Located at the most elegant boulevard Vienna Ringstrasse, Ritz-Carlton is also within walking distance of Vienna’s main landmarks. The 18m indoor pool has a state of the art underwater music, the health clubs have steam baths, sauna and heated beds, and the restaurant Dstrikt offers the best in Austrian cuisine.

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Palais Hansen Kempinski Vienna

Location: Schottenring 24, 01. Innere Stadt, 1010 Vienna
Suites start at: $512

Guests are sure to be captivated by the historical buildings of the hotel, for this hotel is formerly a building for World Exhibitions and building during 1873. This makes this hotel exceptionally historical. Luxury can be seen even in the smallest details such as high-end carpeting in the 152 rooms and suites. This hotels also boasts of two restaurants, three bars and a spa inspired by the culture of the Ottoman Empire.

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Hotel Imperial

Location:  Kaerntner Ring 16, 1015 Vienna
Suites start at: $700

After winning the Conde Nast Traveler’s Award in 2002 as well as being the receiver of Reader’s Choice Award in 2001, Hotel Imperial has become one of the treasured assets of Vienna. Styled in a Ringtrasse Architectural manner, the hotel has been an architectural landmark and became a symbol of hospitality. Of course, this is hotel is also near to tourist destinations like Haus der Musik and St. Charle’s Church.

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Grand Hotel Wien

Location: Kartner Ring 9, 1010  Vienna
Suite starts at: $900

Built in the heart of Vienna, Grand Hotel Wein opened in 1870 and since then, it has garnered fame. Being one of the best luxury hotels in Vienna, it is considered as one of the top places to stay in the city. In fact, the hotel is just a few hip shakes from the Vienna State Opera and Kaerntner Street. High standards and meeting your own expectations are the hotel’s weapon in the battlefield of providing legendary service to the guests. The Grand Hotel Wien is not just a 5 star luxury hotel but also a living reminder of the majestic age of the Austro-Hungarian Empire with its interiors of exquisite fabrics, rare antiques and classic decoration. And oh, it doesn’t hurt that each guest is given a complementary famous Grand Guglhupf cake upon arrival.

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