Contemporary palace at the heart of Old Vienna, between Stephansplatz and Graben, for travellers seeking modern comfort without the imperial folklore.
The Leo Grand
From
358.47 €
“Address Bauernmarkt 1, two minutes' walk from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, in the pedestrian golden triangle of the Austrian capital.”
The Leo Grand occupies a historic building on Bauernmarkt, shopping artery of Vienna's first district. The rooms feature a sleek contemporary design, light materials, generous ceiling heights typical of late 19th-century architecture. We appreciate the free Wi-Fi connection and room service, efficient even late at night. The 9.3/10 rating on over 3 300 reviews reflects a consistent performance, without missteps. Rates start at 358 € per night, positioned in Vienna's upper mid-range for this location. Parking available on site, rare in this pedestrian sector. The address suits travellers who prioritise location and modern comfort over the ornate decor of historic palaces ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend The Leo Grand to business travellers and couples who want to explore Vienna on foot without wasting time on transport. The hotel suits short stays, shopping weekends on Graben, evenings at the Opera (ten minutes on foot), intensive cultural visits. Families find their place thanks to adapted facilities, but the clientele remains mostly adult, between thirty and sixty, accustomed to urban design hotels.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The building dates from the late 19th century, bourgeois facade typical of the Viennese Ring, renovated into a contemporary hotel. Streamlined interiors, straight lines, neutral palette (beige, grey, off-white), light parquet in common areas. Ceiling heights preserved, between 3.20 and 3.50 metres depending on floors. Rooms mix original mouldings and current furniture, without historic pastiche or decorative overload.
Highlights
- **9.3/10** rating on 3 318 Booking reviews, one of the best in the historic centre
- Address Bauernmarkt 1, 150 metres from St. Stephen’s Cathedral
- Private parking in the first district, major asset in pedestrian zone
- Non-smoking rooms with facilities for reduced mobility
- Pets accepted, room service available
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Vienna
The Leo Grand stands on Bauernmarkt, shopping street linking Stephansplatz to Graben, pedestrian heart of the first district. St. Stephen’s Cathedral two minutes away, National Opera ten, Hofburg twelve. Stephansplatz metro station (lines U1, U3) 200 metres, Vienna-Schwechat airport 35 minutes by CAT. The neighbourhood concentrates luxury boutiques, historic cafes (Hawelka, Diglas), antiquarians, jewellers, constant buzz until 10pm then residential calm.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Accepted, conditions and supplement to confirm at booking.
- Parking
- Available on site, daily rate to check, rare in the centre.
- Accessibility
- Facilities for reduced mobility available.
- Wi-Fi
- Free throughout the property, stable connection.
Facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Wi-Fi available everywhere
Free Wi-Fi connection
Pets allowed
Location
Where The Leo Grand is located
Exact address
The Leo Grand
Address
1 Bauernmarkt
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