On the shore of the Alte Donau, the old arm of the Danube, the Hotel Lenas Donau Vienna is a 3-star hotel with a terrace by the water, a bar and a restaurant. Rooms have soundproofed windows. It suits you if you prefer to sleep near the river and go into the centre by U-Bahn.
Location and getting around
The address is Wagramer Straße 52, in the 22nd district (Donaustadt). From here, the Prater is 3.6 km away, Wien Mitte station 4.9 km and St Stephen’s Cathedral (Stephansdom) 5.4 km: for the centre, take the U-Bahn or a taxi.
According to the hotel, the U-Bahn station is about 5 minutes on foot and line U1 takes you to the centre. It also says the Donauzentrum shopping centre is about 600 metres away.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are bright, with soundproofed windows, satellite TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Reception is open 24 hours and Wi-Fi is free throughout the building, according to the hotel.
Breakfast is a buffet and includes some specialities such as popcakes, plum cake and cold yoghurt. The bar is open all day and the restaurant serves international cuisine. The terrace overlooks the water.
Who it suits
- Guests who like to walk or row on the Alte Donau in summer.
- Anyone who wants a shopping centre close at hand.
- Visitors who will travel on the U1 and do not mind the daily journey.
- Fans of sweet breakfasts.
Good to know
You can arrive from 15:00; at reception you will be asked for photo ID and a card. You must vacate the room before 11:00. At number 51 on the same street is the Strandhotel Alte Donau, which should not be confused with it. Compare with other places in the category under 3-star hotels.