Luxe in Vienna: Anantara Palace Evolves

The Presidential Suite, the largest in Vienna at 270 square metres, boasts seven French balconies and includes a lounge featuring a grand piano for private concerts, a dining area designed for gastronomic entertaining, and a wellness space highlighted by a marble bath beside a window. Upon request, the suite can be expanded to four bedrooms, totaling 408 square metres.

The hotel’s gastronomic landscape unfolds through three concepts. At Edvard, the Michelin-starred fine-dining destination, head chef Paul Gamauf’s avant-garde cuisine is presented in tasting sets that evolve with natural rhythms. His skilled hands turn impeccably sourced ingredients into sustainable and low-waste dishes and beverages.

Viennese coffee house culture meets high mixology at Theo’s Lounge & Bar, nestled in the former inner courtyard. By day, homemade cakes and pastries such as the iconic apple strudel take centre stage. As night falls, Theo’s transforms into a vibrant destination bar serving cocktails made with local brandies, seasonal ingredients and repurposed produce. Weekly events – from bar takeovers to live music nights – lend the refined venue a dynamic energy. Meanwhile, the newly launched Brasserie Sophie, named after Hansen’s wife, reimagines Austrian cuisine through a global lens and hosts monthly themed brunches.

The Anantara Spa, covering 800 square metres, provides a deep dive into the brand’s ‘East meets West’ wellness philosophy. It includes six treatment rooms, featuring a couples’ suite and a women-only section, as well as a Finnish sauna, a Hammam-style steam bath, and a sanarium. Alongside signature journeys and massages, wellness introduces advanced treatments like intense pulsed light therapy, body contouring, and luxury facials from Valmont and Elemis. Additionally, guests can exercise at the nearby fitness centre and enjoy scenic jogging paths along the Danube Canal and the Ringstrasse.

Vienna, with its walkable charm, is perfect for foot exploration. History lovers can join a guided tour led by a Hansen expert, followed by a visit to the Lobmeyr atelier, where chandeliers, glassware, and decor for Hansen's palaces were traditionally crafted. During the warmer months, guests can explore a vineyard within Vienna, offering breathtaking views and expert insights into winemaking, accompanied by a picnic featuring classic 'Heurigen' dishes and local wine. Additionally, Anantara chefs lead engaging cooking classes through the Spice Spoons experience, showcasing local delights such as semolina dumpling soup and the beloved Kaiserschmarren pancakes.

The hotel boasts the largest ballroom in Vienna, accommodating up to 265 guests. It is equipped with natural lighting, private street access, and a foyer designed by Hansen. Furthermore, it offers an executive boardroom, a private reading room, and eight additional meeting spaces, making it ideal for weddings, conferences, and private gatherings.

Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel is a 25-minute drive from Vienna International Airport (VIE). Rates start at EUR 550 per night for a Deluxe Room based on two people sharing, including breakfast.