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Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus

4.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Vienna Christmas Market

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Experience the magic of Vienna at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus, where guests can indulge in a delicious breakfast and take in the sights from the serene garden. Connect to WiFi, unwind with a newspaper, and enjoy concierge services. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
VIP Access
$167 nightly
The total price is $188
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Why we love this property

Tasty breakfast choices
The bar provides a social hub for evening cocktails. This hotel also offers a buffet breakfast to kickstart each day.
Sleep like royalty
Premium bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and blackout drapes ensure exceptional rest. Curated decor and 24-hour room service elevate the experience.

Room options

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Standard Room (Wiener Klassik) | Living area | 55-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV

Standard Room (Wiener Klassik)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room (Wiener Elégance) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room (Wiener Elégance)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room (Wiener Elégance) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (Wiener Elégance)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room (Moderner Jugendstil)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room (Moderner Jugendstil) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (Moderner Jugendstil)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite Joseph 2.0

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Viennese Elegance

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Viennese Elegance

  • Sleeps 2

Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Wiener Klassik

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Modern Art Noveau

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Viennese Elegance With Sofa

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Standard Viennese Classic

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Josefsgasse 4-8, Vienna, Vienna, 1080

What's nearby

  • Rathaus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vienna Christmas Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rathausplatz - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Vienna - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hofburg Imperial Palace - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Vienna International Airport (VIE) - 30 min drive
  • Vienna (XWW-Vienna West Train Station) - 27 min walk
  • Vienna West Station - 28 min walk
  • Vienna Franz-Josefs-Station - 30 min walk
  • Rathaus Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Auerspergstraße Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Rathaus U-Bahn - 4 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Eiles - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dachboden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ribelli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Centimeter I - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Namenlos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus

  • Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Vienna Christmas Market and University of Vienna. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rathaus Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Auerspergstraße Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 164 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–noon
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1903
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LED TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the Austrian Ecolabel and EU Ecolabel, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 29 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 59 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 35 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Austria. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Josefshof

Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus Vienna

Josefshof Wien

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Mercure Hotel Josefshof Wien

Mercure Josefshof Wien Am Rathaus

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 35 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 70 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 59 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Wien (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus and nearby?

Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus has a garden.

What's the area around Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus like?

Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus is in Josefstadt, a short 3-minute walk from Rathaus Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Vienna State Opera. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

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9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and abundant with a wide variety of options. (138 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient and easily accessible. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes, hotel is great, goof location and very helpful and accommodating staff
Maria, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Friendly, helpful staff. Large, comfortable room
Colin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Old school hotel, great little bar waiting area, Great location for museums and some great restaurants nearby
Marcell, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love the location & the staff was so pleasant and very helpful!
dionne, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay. Very friendly staff
Kate, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, great breakfast
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room good location and friendly staff.
Roger, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff helpful and friendly, hotel very clean and welcoming
Katie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel which is ideally located for all the tourist attractions. Hotel is located off the main road and is lovely and quiet, lots of eating options around.
Sophie Joanne, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms, convenient location close to the city centre and very friendly staff.
Florian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and clean. Breakfast was amazing. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. Great location.
Lauren, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a great location. The breakfast was excellent and the hotel is very very clean and well maintained.
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was charming and comfortable, breakfast buffet was ample and delicious, rooms were extremely nice / lovely and clean. Staff are top notch and very helpful from top to bottom.
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff were helpful. Breakfast buffet was generous and tasty.
Antony, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Exerlent hotel. The staff very friendly and compitent.
Malcolm, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very friendly, accommodating staff. Excellent breakfast.
Lester, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast is expensive but incredible, near all the good attractions, and the staff was really friendly and helpful.
Louis, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great service /stay and convenient location .
Dolly, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very accommodating. Location was perfect. Nice touch with the welcome and departure gifts.
Karen, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff and clean comfortable rooms. Location is great, just a short walk from Rathaus Xmas market and public transport stops. Also a Billa just across the road and many good local eating places that are reasonably priced within 5 minutes walk
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing. Very helpful and courteous from the time we checked in until we left. Great service.
Carmen, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and friendly staff
Sean, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel. Staff and rooms were excellent. Clean and central location. Will be back. As a platinum VIP Expedia member however, I was not told of any of the benefits until check out. Which is a shame as the service was flawless.
Jayden, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location - not in the busy tourist area but very quick and easy to get around on tram & underground.
Rosemary, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room comfortable bed spotless bathroom super hot shower. Bar inexpensive and welcoming. Reception quick and easy process, arrived late morning and room was ready
Kevin, 4-night trip