SO/ Vienna

Hotel · Inner CIty

SO/ Vienna

Hotel · Inner CIty

Praterstraße 1, 1020 Wien, Austria

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SO/ Vienna is a striking minimalist hotel by architect Jean Nouvel, offering sleek rooms and a stunning rooftop restaurant with city views.

Praterstraße 1, 1020 Wien, Austria Get directions

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"If you're looking for a contemporary counterpoint to the Austrian capital's staid neoclassical aesthetic, you need only wander down the Danube Canal to the 18-story jewel box that is the SO/ Vienna. Formerly the Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom, the property was designed by French architect Jean Nouvel with all the avant-garde accents you’d expect: a minimalist gray-and-white palette in the 182 rooms (though three all-black suites are also available), cutting-edge art, and a living wall off the lobby. The pièce de résistance, however, has to be Das Loft, a scenic restaurant on the 18th floor, where the panoramic city views are rivaled only by a stunning technicolor ceiling mural by Swiss artist Pipilotti Rist."

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Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom

"Austria’s conservative capital got a jolt of minimalist chic with this off-kilter 18-story tower by French starchitect Jean Nouvel. Located along the Danube Canal (with the Schiffsstation catamaran landing across the way), the 182-rooom Sofitel lies just outside the city’s historic first district, commanding wide-angle views over the skyline and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Style more than function is the driving force here: Nouvel reportedly banned flowers from the lobby and minimalized the presence of signs and other visual distractions. The all-gray, cathedral-side guest rooms have sleek, sliding panels covering the windows, and bare (though heated) gray floors; north-facing rooms with views over Prater park are white-on-white (and have curtains); and for the style-obsessed there are three all-black rooms, booked by request. Spared from total aloofness, the hotel integrates with city life through its design-focused shopping center, while two restaurants attract a local crowd: Le Loft, an airy rooftop restaurant/bar by three Michelin–star chef Antoine Westermann, and Neni im Zweiten, a branch of a beloved Israeli-themed restaurant from the city’s Naschmarkt. Though courteous and competent, staff are not quite laser-focused: An overzealous bellman might carry off the bags with the documents you’ll need for check-in. The overall effect makes a stay here feel less Viennese and more like a journey into the flourish-free vision of a master architect."

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"With its urban vineyards, eclectic music scene, and bohemian art galleries, Austria’s capital has quietly remained one of the coolest cities in Europe. Situated in the 2nd District, or Leopoldstadt, SO/ Vienna has rooms overlooking the famous Wiener Riesendrad Ferris wheel, which has been the backdrop to noir classics and meet-cute romances. Check out the trendy “beach” bars that pop up along the canal in summer and enjoy the unrivalled city view from the Michelin-starred Das Loft restaurant any time of year. On the hotel’s ground level, have your cake and eat it too at Bar/Terre which gives Vienna’s traditional café experience an avant-garde spin."

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344denisab

Google

||A Wonderful Experience from Start to Finish! |From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The staff was welcoming and attentive, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and every detail—from the decor to the cleanliness, the pool , —was perfectly curated. Breakfast in rooftop is a memorable experience. We left feeling refreshed, inspired, and already planning our return. Highly recommend!|

Zack Baiguera

Google

I stayed at the SO/Vienna hotel and overall, it was a decent experience. The location is great, and the rooftop restaurant is beautiful. However, the waitstaff tended to ignore guests, making it difficult to get their attention when I wanted another drink. I found myself having to wave at them multiple times just to ask for a second drink. The lobby was quite disappointing; it felt more like a shopping mall than a hotel. The reception is oddly positioned in the center, and there are clothes displayed behind it in a way that detracts from the hotel's overall aesthetic. This gave a very poor first impression. The room had a futuristic design, but I wasn’t a fan of the lack of curtains. Instead, they had a metallic/plastic closure that didn’t provide a cozy feel. Additionally, there were no rugs, leaving the floor feeling very cold and uninviting. While the location is a highlight, I think I would prefer to stay somewhere else on my next visit.

Mehmet Altunay

Google

We arrived, no mentioning about the costs of the parking garage and after checkout charging it. When arriving I wanted to eat something with my partner upstairs in the loft. The reception told me to go up to make a reservation. The loft was booked out for the evening (which is hilarious, if you think about that you are a GUEST of the hotel and it’s booked out to externals), but they could offer a table in the bar. They said it’s reserved for us. When I came back the table was taken and the staff didn’t even react on that. They gave us a smaller table where I had to sit on a pedestal and it was not enough space for the three of us. It took 10 min to make the order, even though it was not many people there and it took 25 min for a beer to arrive. The rooms were not clean and were missing items. The sound bar didn’t work and the TV didn’t work. Overall, this is more like a average hotel to me and for 70-90€ a night it would be fine, but it’s not a luxury hotel for 300€ a night and it has very bad staff. I’ve been to many hotels all around the world, since I was living in hotels for 4 years of my life due to business. This is not even close to the standard of the price you pay. I am deeply disappointed.

xtax2014

Google

It's a habit I took recently, staying at SO's concept hotels of Accor. I must say, this is the pinnacle of Accor own product, never deceiving. And SO Vienna was at his best. Beyond beautiful high-tech design, cubistic architecture, and seamless cardboards, sliding doors inside the rooms and suites, you are surrounded by technology and futuristic appliances & furniture. We were simply overwhelmed by the perfect details, straight from the entrance to the very last detail in the rain shower. The best is here to come : ALL of the staff, was so polite & helpful, from the ballet parking personnel, through the reception, to the room service department, cleaning staff and restaurant/bar ones. I have some names that I definitely want to express our gratitude , and they are Mrs Sofia Elena Bryant ( front office manager ), Mrs Maria Gavea ( front office receptionist), Mrs Roxana ( front office manager , can't remember family name), Mr Tianhao Xu (receptionist) and Miss Elizaveta Nechaeva ( receptionist trainee). The feeling of home away from home was obvious and we felt absolutely pampered during the whole stay. An to be frank, I will always try to book our SO Stay Suite, as the most enviable package of the SO Vienna. The bar & restaurant were also splendid, offering beyond the smashing perspective of Vienna City, some delightful dishes, allowing breakfast to lunch and dinner. On weekends , some fantastic parties are held on this panoramic emplacement. Absolutely the spot to be !!!

Vahan Mourantchanian

Google

I recently stayed at SO/ Vienna with my family and I was genuinely impressed from start to finish. A big highlight of the trip was meeting Dali, who was incredibly friendly, professional, and went above and beyond to help with anything we needed. In all my hotel experiences, I’ve rarely encountered someone so helpful – he truly made our stay special. The room was spotlessly clean, well-designed, and very comfortable. Everything felt modern and thoughtfully arranged. The staff throughout the hotel were polite, warm, and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. The location is also fantastic – close to the heart of Vienna with easy access to many sights, restaurants, and public transport. If you’re visiting Vienna, I highly recommend staying at SO/ Vienna. Great service, beautiful rooms, and staff like Dali who make you feel genuinely welcome. I’ll definitely return!

jjsk63

Google

Beautiful hotel with wonderful service and stunning rooftop views of all of Vienna. The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful. Great beds and quiet rooms for a great nights sleep. Easy location for touring with top restaurants walking distance. The in room coffee adds a nice touch as well.

El Ajrami B.

Google

Disappointing Experience at a 5-Star Hotel We chose SO/Vienna for its central location and 5-star reputation, hoping for a memorable stay to celebrate our wedding anniversary. While the location and view were truly impressive — deserving a solid 5 stars — the rest of the experience unfortunately fell far below expectations. The service was extremely poor. Despite multiple requests, we were not provided with even basic amenities like bottled water in the room. We had informed the hotel in advance that we were celebrating a special occasion and kindly requested a small decoration or gesture — nothing extravagant — but this was entirely ignored. Even more disappointing was the room setup. We were given two twin beds simply pushed together, without any effort to convert them into a proper king bed. The mattress position wasn’t adjusted, no topper was added, and the bedding remained two small separate blankets — not what you expect from a luxury hotel. The room condition also left much to be desired: a missing painting near the window, a loose sliding bathroom door, and parts of the décor visibly falling apart. The thin, fake partition walls for the service bathroom offered no privacy. Could hear all sound from the toilet, uncomfortable! Breakfast was decent, with a fair variety of options — I’d rate it 4 stars. Unfortunately, beyond the location and breakfast, the hotel fails to deliver the quality or service expected of a 5-star property. It seems the stylish design is meant to impress at first glance, but the substance and attention to guest comfort are sorely lacking.

bharat verma

Google

Excellent location, nice & clean room. Got an upgrade from the hotel staff. check in was smooth in fact got early check in as I arrived early. Restaurant at 18th floor has superb view. food was amazing especially breakfast was amazing. Staff at restaurant was amazing in service and hospitality. Overall great experience.