Hotel Sans Souci Wien

The hotel’s cocktail bar houses an exquisite selection of champagne brands and best vintages. There is a choice of over 60 different kinds of champagne which can be sampled on the first Thursday of every month at the hotel’s guided champagne tasting.

The Bohemian Neubau district of Vienna is home to some of Austria’s most revered and essential museums. The Natural History Museum sits alongside the world-renowned History of Art Museum in thoroughly opulent buildings with glorious baroque facades. And yet, as we walked the short distance through the Museum quartier to the hotel, it was still impossible not to be impressed by the Sans Souci. Designed by London Studio yoo, their sophisticated interpretation of urban living has lead to a subtle but luxurious environment in which one can fully relax. Outside, the imposing 19th-century building is tastefully illuminated against the night sky. Inside, the foyer sets the tone for the rest of the hotel: light, elegant and refined, with marble flooring and a contemporary chandelier as the centrepiece.

The influence of yoo is felt again in the individually designed rooms. Our generously sized suite was light and airy with floor to ceiling windows and beautiful midcentury furniture. Handmade bath salts and designer soap products tempt you into using the freestanding bathtub; the Egyptian cotton duvets and pillow menu by the bed ensure your sleep is as deep as your appreciation for Hotel Sans Souci’s attention to detail. Everything combines to take the experience up a level – to help you unwind that bit more. 

This attention to detail can be found throughout the hotel. The spa contains everything one could need: Multiple saunas catering for different temperatures; a 20m pool perfect for lengths; a steam room; and an extensive menu of intensely relaxing treatments performed by the spa’s attentive staff. 

Finally, it would be a disservice not to mention the extensive breakfast which sets you up perfectly for a day of exploring: From the extensive range of teas, and delicious pastries, to the cooked to order dishes from the Eierspeise, everything is perfectly presented and delivered by the most courteous of staff.