Location. Located in Vienna, Austria, the modern design and stylish atmosphere of the Falkentsteiner Hotel am Schottenfeld distinguish this property from the historic hotels found nearby. This hotel stands less than one kilometer from the city center. Hotel Features. Clever use of color creates dynamic atmosphere throughout this hotel, as evidenced in the lobby that literally basks in the glow of violet-and-lime light. The Falkensteiner Hotel am Schottenfeld Bar serves snacks and drinks. Business amenities include fax and photocopy services. Function rooms accommodate group events. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas. A fitness facility and a wellness area feature cardiovascular equipment, a sauna, a solarium and a Turkish bath. Property amenities include laundry facilities.

Guestrooms. This six-story hotel offers 95 contemporary guestrooms with retro accents. Accommodations include cable television. In-room safes are provided. Minibars are included. Marble-floored bathrooms feature makeup mirrors and handheld showerheads. Transparent glass windows fitted with Venetian blinds separate the bathrooms and bedrooms. Dial-up Internet access is available for a fee. Pets are accepted.

Expert Tip. Mariahilfer Strasse is located 900 meters from the hotel and is considered Vienna's trendiest shopping area. Hundreds of boutiques offer fashion, jewelry and accessories. Amid the retail shops are numerous restaurants, cafes and cinemas. The hotel concierge can direct guests to the shops of their choice.

Room Types:

Comfort Room Double Use:   One double or two twin beds. Bright, contemporary decor and pine furnishings. Climate control. Cable television with pay channels, radio, direct-dial telephone, Internet port (surcharge), minibar. Ensuite bathroom with tub and hair dryer, separated from bedroom by glass partition with blinds.

Comfort Room Single Use:   One single bed. Bright, contemporary decor and pine furnishings. Climate control. Cable television with pay channels, radio, direct-dial telephone, Internet port (surcharge), minibar. Ensuite bathroom with tub and hair dryer, separated from bedroom by glass partition with blinds.

Driving Directions: Vienna Schwechat Airport (VIE): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 20 kilometres (12.5 miles). Vienna's U-Bahn metro trains (line U3, in the direction of Ottakring) run to the city centre. From the airport guests should take the 'Vienna Airport Lines' and get off at Westbahnhof. At Westbahnhof station, guests should change onto line U6 in the direction of Floridsdorf and get off at Burggasse, 300 metres from the hotel. Alternatively, the hotel can arrange for taxi transfer, and journeys cost around 35.

Driving directions: From the airport, take the B225 towards central Vienna. Once in the city, change onto the B221 and follow round to the east, crossing the river. Turn right onto Westbahnstrasse. Turn left onto Schottenfeldgasse.