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Overview
Set within a historic palais on the prestigious Ringstrasse between the Vienna State Opera and the Musikverein, The Amauris Vienna distills boutique luxury into an artful experience. Grand in that very Vienna way, yet intimate enough to feel truly personal, the hotel pairs a contemporary aesthetic with heritage details such as stucco ceilings, marble accents, works of art from the host family’s private collection, and even a charming, century-old elevator.
In a tribute to culture, aesthetics, and the art of living well, the hotel and each room and suite follow a carefully crafted concept, blending historic grandeur with bold, contemporary design and a deep commitment to warm hospitality. Exceptional dining centers on the Michelin-starred Glasswing Restaurant, where Chef Alexandru Simon infuses Vienna’s precise, seasonal cuisine with bold new flavors, delivering both classic and modern interpretations. The adjoining Glasswing Bar & Bistro and terrace offer a relaxed setting for aperitifs and conversation. Guests are invited to unforgettable evenings featuring exclusive menus and exceptional wines during collaborative gourmet events. For those seeking quiet moments, The Amauris Spa's glass-roofed Wellness Pool, Finnish sauna, ice fountain and treatment room provide a serene retreat. At its core, The Amauris Vienna, a Relais & Châteaux property, is less about spectacle and more about the detail that perfectly harmonizes authentic warmth with first-class service.
Insider Guide
Vienna International (VIE) (12 miles / 25 minute drive)
Vienna Main Train Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) (1.5 miles / 5 minute drive)
62 including multiple suite types
Glasswing Restaurant (fine dining, 1 Michelin star)
Glasswing Bar & Bistro
- Art and Painting
- Concierge Service
- Family Interconnecting Rooms
- Laundry
- Pets Allowed
- Room Service
- Ice Fountain
- Bar & 2 restaurants
- Gym
- Treatment room
- Wellness Pool featuring a counter-current system and massage jets
- The Amauris Spa with Finnish Sauna, Steam Bath and Experience Showers
Did you know that the hotel’s artwork isn’t decorative staging? The collection has been assembled over generations by the owning family and includes notable Austrian artists like Alexander Rothaug, Emil Jakob Schindler, and Carl Moll. Pieces are integrated into restaurants, suites, and corridors, giving it more of a private residence feel than a hotel gallery.
The Amauris’s building was once a former noble residence which creates a rare combination in Vienna – historic bones plus contemporary calm.
The name “Amauris” comes from a genus of monarch butterfly, which subtly informs the hotel’s design philosophy – delicate, refined, but quietly powerful.
Vienna is famous for grand, historic hotels, but many feel formal, busy, or heavy. The Amauris offers something surprisingly rare:
It gives you a peaceful, design-forward retreat in the absolute center of the city.
- You’re steps from the Vienna State Opera, the Kärntner Straße, and the Ringstrasse, yet inside, it feels quiet, intimate, and almost residential.
- The hotel blends historic architecture with light, contemporary interiors, so guests get Viennese elegance without the “museum-like” atmosphere.
- With only a small number of rooms, service feels highly personalized and unhurried, a noticeable contrast to Vienna’s larger legacy properties.
At The Amauris Vienna, we believe that true luxury and responsible hospitality go hand in hand. We are committed to creating exceptional guest experiences while minimizing our environmental impact and contributing positively to our local community.
Our sustainability efforts are integrated into our daily operations through thoughtful, practical measures. In our guest rooms, bed linen is changed every two days to reduce water and energy consumption, while guests are welcome to proactively opt out of linen changes altogether. Towels are only replaced when they are left on the bathroom floor, helping to conserve valuable resources.
To reduce single-use plastic, we provide refillable dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and body lotion instead of individual amenity bottles. Plastic water bottles have been replaced with elegant refillable glass bottles, filled with Vienna’s high-quality tap water.
We have also embraced digital solutions wherever possible. Guest information, room service menus, and other hotel collateral are available digitally, significantly reducing paper consumption.
At our Glasswing Restaurant & Bar, we place great importance on sourcing seasonal, regional, and organic ingredients whenever possible. We proudly collaborate with small local farmers and producers, celebrating Austrian quality while reducing transport distances and supporting the local economy.
As a historic property in the heart of Vienna, we value the preservation of cultural heritage and actively promote Austrian art, local craftsmanship, and authentic experiences that connect our guests with the city’s rich cultural identity.
Sustainability also means caring for people. We foster an inclusive, respectful workplace where our team members are encouraged to grow, develop their talents, and deliver genuine, personalized service.
We recognize that sustainability is an ongoing journey. Through continuous improvement and mindful decision-making, we remain committed to preserving the beauty, culture, and resources of Vienna while delivering the exceptional standards of luxury our guests expect.
