Benediktushaus Im Schottenstift - Vienna

3-star guesthouse inside a working Benedictine monastery in central Vienna

Accommodations

Benediktushaus das Gästehaus des Schottenstiftes im Herzen Wiens offers rooms that were partly renovated in 2016, each with a private bathroom, a telephone, and a basic work desk. The rooms do not have a TV or a radio, which supports the property's focus on quiet and a reduced-stimulus environment. Each room includes carpeted floors, a seating area, and an electric kettle.

Amenities and Services

Guests have access to complimentary WiFi throughout the building and a safe deposit box at the front desk. The hotel provides luggage storage, a vending machine, and a daily varied cold buffet breakfast. An on-site chapel and a small elevator (located within the spiral staircase) are available for guest use.

Location and Surroundings

Benediktushaus Im Schottenstift stands on Freyung, a triangular square that gives the property a quiet, hidden setting in the center of Vienna. St. Stephen's Cathedral is a 5-minute walk away, and the Holocaust Memorial and Burgtheater are within walking distance. The hotel is close to Schottentor U-Bahn station, and Schoenbrunn Palace is accessible by public transport.

Atmosphere and Policies

As a working Roman Catholic monastery, the building enforces a non-smoking environment and does not allow pets on the premises. The church bells ring from early morning, contributing to the property's tranquil character. The hotel is intended for guests who appreciate cultural history and a quiet central base.

Breakfast and Dining

A cold buffet breakfast is served each morning, including fresh bread, pastries, cheese, olives, yogurt, fruit, and a coffee machine. Gluten-free options are available upon request to the breakfast staff. There is no hot food option at breakfast.

• Location: Freyung square, 5-minute walk to St. Stephen's Cathedral, steps from Schottentor U-Bahn
• Accommodation: 30+ rooms with private bathrooms, no TV or radio for a quiet stay
• Dining: Cold buffet breakfast with fresh bread, pastries, cheese, olives, and gluten-free options
• Policies: Non-smoking, no pets allowed, late-arrival key lockbox system
• Distinct feature: In-house guesthouse of a Roman Catholic monastery with early-morning church bells