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Travel Daily News
28-05-2025
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Hilton opened first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Vienna
Hilton opens Hotel Astoria Vienna, Curio Collection's first Vienna property, blending historic charm, Art Deco design, and elevated Viennese hospitality experiences. VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Hilton announced the opening of Hotel Astoria Vienna, Curio Collection by Hilton. The 125-room hotel, located in the historic 1st district of the city, is Hilton's first Curio Collection by Hilton opening in Vienna, and brings the brand's unique and stylish design to the capital. The Art Deco-style hotel has welcomed guests from around the world since its opening in 1912 and is situated on Kärntner Straße, Vienna's most popular bustling shopping street. Just a short walk from St. Stephen's Cathedral and the State Opera, the prime location is the perfect for leisure and business travellers alike. Following an extensive refurbishment and renovation by VERKEHRSBUERO, the hotel is home to a stylish bar and restaurant, one Beletage Suite, seven Junior Suites and four meeting rooms. Guests can experience genuine Viennese hospitality and traditional breakfast in the Grand Salon with a lavish buffet serving traditional dishes such as Kaiserschmarrn and Fiaker goulash. The new Astoria Bar, located in the elegant lobby area, offers local beers, wines and classic cocktails, such as the signature Garter of the Gracious Lady and Kiss With Love cocktails, both prepared using original historical recipes. David Kelly, Senior Vice President, Continental Europe, Hilton, said, 'This year marks 50 years since Hilton opened its first hotel in Austria, and the opening of Hotel Astoria Vienna, Curio Collection by Hilton is a great new addition to our ever-growing portfolio of hotels and brands in the country. We continue to see significant demand for our lifestyle hotels across Continental Europe, and I'm excited that Hotel Astoria Vienna will join our growing range of Curio properties across the region, alongside other upcoming openings in Sicily, Athens and Istanbul.' 'Curio Collection is known for its immersive and one-of-a-kind offerings, and those experiences are only growing with first-in-country debuts like Hotel Astoria Vienna,' said Brooke Thomas, brand leader, Curio Collection by Hilton. 'Just steps away from some of the City of Music's famed attractions, the property's remarkable design and elevated dining make this hotel a destination truly unto itself.' 'With the rebranding of Hotel Astoria Vienna, Curio Collection by Hilton, we as operator are setting new ascents in the Viennese hotel market. Our collaboration with Hilton strengthens the hotel's visibility among international guests while preserving the unique Viennese charm and long-standing appeal of this historic property,' said Martin Winkler, CEO, VERKEHRSBUERO. Hotel Astoria Vienna, Curio Collection by Hilton is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 24 distinct hotel brands. Members who book directly have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount, free standard Wi-Fi and the Hilton Honors mobile app.
Hospitality Net
12-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Curio Collection by Hilton arrives in Vienna
Hilton has further strengthened its presence in Austria with the opening of the Astoria Hotel Vienna, the first Curio Collection property in the Austrian capital. The hotel, located in the city's 1st district, blends unique design and local heritage, creating a new offering for both leisure and business travelers. A historic hotel with a new look The Astoria Hotel, originally opened in 1912, has undergone a significant renovation led by the Verkehrsbüro Group. Now featuring 125 rooms, including seven junior suites and one Beletage Suite, the hotel retains its classic Art Deco style while incorporating modern amenities. It also offers four conference rooms, catering to both business and leisure needs. Guests can enjoy authentic Viennese cuisine at the hotel's Great Salon, which serves a variety of local specialties such as Kaiserschmarrn and Fiaker Goulash alongside a traditional breakfast buffet. The newly renovated Astoria Bar offers a selection of local beers, Austrian wines, and classic cocktails, enhancing the overall guest experience. Enhancing Vienna's hospitality market The partnership with Hilton strengthens the visibility of the Astoria Vienna on the international market while maintaining its long-standing charm. The opening of the Astoria Vienna further strengthens Hilton's Curio Collection presence in Europe, joining upcoming openings in Sicily, Athens, and Romania. This new addition aligns with Hilton's strategy to expand its portfolio of lifestyle hotels in high-demand destinations across the continent. Hotel website
