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SO/ Vienna

Praterstraße 1
Rated 8.9 in 3616 reviews

SO/ Vienna is a luxurious and contemporary hotel situated in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This striking establishment is noted for its modern architecture and breathtaking views of the city and the historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Designed by the renowned French architect Jean Nouvel, SO/ Vienna blends innovative design with avant-garde elements, making it a standout destination in the city.

Upon entering the hotel, guests are greeted by a sophisticated and vibrant atmosphere that mirrors the artistic spirit of Vienna. The interior showcases a seamless fusion of stylish furnishings, artistic motifs, and a bold color palette, offering a unique aesthetic experience throughout the property. The hotel caters to discerning travelers who appreciate modern design and high-end amenities.

SO/ Vienna features an array of dining options, including the esteemed Das LOFT restaurant, which is perched on the hotel’s top floor. With panoramic views of the Vienna skyline, guests can indulge in a delectable menu that highlights contemporary cuisine with an international flair. The restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows and colorful ceiling art installation create a visually stunning dining experience.

The hotel also offers a state-of-the-art fitness center and a spa that provides a range of rejuvenating treatments, ideal for those seeking relaxation and wellness during their stay. Additionally, its central location provides easy access to many of Vienna’s notable attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring the city.

With its stylish ambiance and prime location, SO/ Vienna stands out as a premier choice for travelers visiting Austria’s vibrant capital.

Climate and Weather

January
 4°
 -3°
 3°
 2
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
February
 7°
 -2°
 4°
 3
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
March
 12°
 1°
 6°
 5
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
April
 17°
 6°
 10°
 6
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
May
 22°
 11°
 15°
 8
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
June
 25°
 15°
 19°
 8
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
July
 27°
 17°
 21°
 9
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
August
 27°
 17°
 21°
 8
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
September
 22°
 13°
 19°
 6
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
October
 15°
 8°
 15°
 4
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
November
 8°
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 21
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December
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 21
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Michelin Restaurants in Vienna and near SO/ Vienna

Amador in Vienna
Amador
3 Stars - Exceptional cuisine3 Stars - Exceptional cuisine3 Stars - Exceptional cuisine
4.9km / 3mi
Mraz & Sohn in Vienna
Mraz & Sohn
2 Stars - Excellent cooking2 Stars - Excellent cooking
2.1km / 1.3mi
Doubek in Vienna
Doubek
2 Stars - Excellent cooking2 Stars - Excellent cooking
2.2km / 1.4mi
Addiert in Vienna
Addiert
1 Star - High quality cooking
0.6km / 0.36mi
JOLA in Vienna
JOLA
1 Star - High quality cooking
0.6km / 0.38mi
TIAN in Vienna
TIAN
1 Star - High quality cooking
0.9km / 0.57mi
Vienna State Opera
Vienna State Opera
Opera house in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.77mi
Austrian National Theatre
Austrian National Theatre
State drama theatre in Vienna, Austria
1.3km / 0.83mi
State Hall of the Austrian National Library
State Hall of the Austrian National Library
Largest library in Austria
1.2km / 0.75mi
Museum of Art History
Museum of Art History
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.87mi
Museum of Art History
Museum of Art History
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 0.98mi
Hofburg Palace
Hofburg Palace
Palace located in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.76mi
Hofburg Palace
Hofburg Palace
Palace located in Vienna, Austria
1km / 0.65mi
Albertina
Albertina
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.77mi
Saint Stephen's Cathedral
Saint Stephen's Cathedral
Church in Vienna, Austria
0.6km / 0.39mi
Musikverein
Musikverein
Concert hall in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.88mi
Imperial Crypt
Imperial Crypt
Burial place of the House of Habsburg
1km / 0.65mi
Austrian Museum of Applied Arts
Austrian Museum of Applied Arts
Museum in Vienna, Austria
0.5km / 0.34mi
Vienna Künstlerhaus
Vienna Künstlerhaus
Art museum in Austria
1.4km / 0.88mi
Belvedere
Belvedere
Building complex that includes two Baroque palaces in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 1mi
Esperanto Museum and Collection of Planned Languages
Esperanto Museum and Collection of Planned Languages
Collection of planned languages in the Austrian National Library, museum, library, documentation centre and archive
1.1km / 0.69mi
Natural History Museum Vienna
Natural History Museum Vienna
Natural history museum in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 1mi
Abbey of the Scots
Abbey of the Scots
Monastery in Vienna
1km / 0.65mi
Vienna Museum
Vienna Museum
Group of museums in Vienna
1.5km / 0.96mi
Secession Building
Secession Building
Historic exhibition hall in Vienna, Austria
1.7km / 1.1mi
Karlskirche
Karlskirche
Baroque church in Vienna, Austria
1.7km / 1mi
Vienna City Hall
Vienna City Hall
Town hall of Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 0.99mi
Mumok
Mumok
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.9km / 1.2mi
Architecture Centre Vienna
Architecture Centre Vienna
Museum in Vienna
1.9km / 1.2mi
Votive Church
Votive Church
Church in Vienna
1.5km / 0.94mi
Leopold Museum
Leopold Museum
Museum of modern Austrian art in Vienna, Austria
1.9km / 1.2mi
MuseumsQuartier
MuseumsQuartier
Cultural area in Vienna
1.8km / 1.1mi
Spanish Riding School
Spanish Riding School
Traditional riding school in Vienna, Austria
1.1km / 0.7mi
Austrian Parliament Building
Austrian Parliament Building
Parliament building of the Austrian republic in Vienna
1.6km / 0.98mi
Heldenplatz
Heldenplatz
Square in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.85mi
Urania
Urania
Architectural structure in Vienna
290m / 320yd
Prater
Prater
Amusement park in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.75mi
Stephansplatz
Stephansplatz
Square in Vienna, Austria
0.6km / 0.39mi
Minoritenkirche
Minoritenkirche
Church in Vienna
1.2km / 0.75mi
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Statue
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Statue
Monument in Vienna
1.5km / 0.91mi
Palais Augarten
Palais Augarten
Palace
1km / 0.65mi
Mozarthaus Vienna
Mozarthaus Vienna
Museum
0.6km / 0.37mi
People's Garden
People's Garden
Urban park in Vienna, Austria
1.3km / 0.82mi
Hundertwasserhaus
Hundertwasserhaus
Building in Vienna
1.2km / 0.75mi
Wittgenstein House
Wittgenstein House
Architectural structure
1.5km / 0.91mi
Jewish Museum Vienna
Jewish Museum Vienna
Museum in Vienna, Austria dedicated to Jewish history, culture and religion
1km / 0.61mi
Jewish Museum Vienna
Jewish Museum Vienna
Museum in Vienna, Austria dedicated to Jewish history, culture and religion
0.8km / 0.49mi
Dominican Church
Dominican Church
Parish church
410m / 450yd
Kunsthalle Wien
Kunsthalle Wien
Exhibition hall in Vienna
1.6km / 1mi
Stadtpark
Stadtpark
Park in Vienna
0.8km / 0.47mi
Stadtpark
Stadtpark
Park in Vienna
0.6km / 0.4mi

What to do in Vienna and near SO/ Vienna

Vienna State Opera
Vienna State Opera
Opera house in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.77mi
Austrian National Theatre
Austrian National Theatre
State drama theatre in Vienna, Austria
1.3km / 0.83mi
State Hall of the Austrian National Library
State Hall of the Austrian National Library
Largest library in Austria
1.2km / 0.75mi
Museum of Art History
Museum of Art History
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.87mi
Museum of Art History
Museum of Art History
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 0.98mi
Hofburg Palace
Hofburg Palace
Palace located in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.76mi
Hofburg Palace
Hofburg Palace
Palace located in Vienna, Austria
1km / 0.65mi
Albertina
Albertina
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.2km / 0.77mi
Saint Stephen's Cathedral
Saint Stephen's Cathedral
Church in Vienna, Austria
0.6km / 0.39mi
Musikverein
Musikverein
Concert hall in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.88mi
Imperial Crypt
Imperial Crypt
Burial place of the House of Habsburg
1km / 0.65mi
Austrian Museum of Applied Arts
Austrian Museum of Applied Arts
Museum in Vienna, Austria
0.5km / 0.34mi
Vienna Künstlerhaus
Vienna Künstlerhaus
Art museum in Austria
1.4km / 0.88mi
Belvedere
Belvedere
Building complex that includes two Baroque palaces in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 1mi
Esperanto Museum and Collection of Planned Languages
Esperanto Museum and Collection of Planned Languages
Collection of planned languages in the Austrian National Library, museum, library, documentation centre and archive
1.1km / 0.69mi
Natural History Museum Vienna
Natural History Museum Vienna
Natural history museum in Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 1mi
Abbey of the Scots
Abbey of the Scots
Monastery in Vienna
1km / 0.65mi
Vienna Museum
Vienna Museum
Group of museums in Vienna
1.5km / 0.96mi
Secession Building
Secession Building
Historic exhibition hall in Vienna, Austria
1.7km / 1.1mi
Karlskirche
Karlskirche
Baroque church in Vienna, Austria
1.7km / 1mi
Vienna City Hall
Vienna City Hall
Town hall of Vienna, Austria
1.6km / 0.99mi
Mumok
Mumok
Art museum in Vienna, Austria
1.9km / 1.2mi
Architecture Centre Vienna
Architecture Centre Vienna
Museum in Vienna
1.9km / 1.2mi
Votive Church
Votive Church
Church in Vienna
1.5km / 0.94mi
Leopold Museum
Leopold Museum
Museum of modern Austrian art in Vienna, Austria
1.9km / 1.2mi
MuseumsQuartier
MuseumsQuartier
Cultural area in Vienna
1.8km / 1.1mi
Spanish Riding School
Spanish Riding School
Traditional riding school in Vienna, Austria
1.1km / 0.7mi
Austrian Parliament Building
Austrian Parliament Building
Parliament building of the Austrian republic in Vienna
1.6km / 0.98mi
Heldenplatz
Heldenplatz
Square in Vienna, Austria
1.4km / 0.85mi
Urania
Urania
Architectural structure in Vienna
290m / 320yd

Golf courses

Golfclub Wien
5.1km / 3.2mi
City & Country Golf Club am Wienerberg
5.8km / 3.6mi
Golfclub Sportcenter Marco Polo
8.4km / 5.2mi
Driving Range S1
11km / 6.8mi
Golf ClubWien Süßenbrunn
11.6km / 7.2mi
Citygolf Vienna
11.7km / 7.3mi
Golfclub Leopoldsdorf
12.2km / 7.6mi
GolfRange Schwechat (9 hole course)
12.2km / 7.6mi
GolfRange Tuttendörfl
9 hole, par 62
12.5km / 7.8mi
GolfRange Tuttenhof (GolfMaxX) (9 hole course)
12.6km / 7.8mi
Golf & Country Club Brunn
12.9km / 8mi
GolfRange Achau
9 hole
14.6km / 9.1mi
Golfclub Laab im Walde
16.7km / 10.4mi
Colony Club Gutenhof
16.8km / 10.4mi
Golfclub Breitenfurt
17.2km / 10.7mi
Golfclub Gut Richardhof
18.9km / 11.7mi
Bockfliess Golf Club
19km / 11.8mi
Golfclub Guntramsdorf
19.5km / 12.1mi
Golfclub Spillern
21.8km / 13.6mi
Golfclub Frühling
36 hole, par 72 + 37 + 30
22.6km / 14mi

About Vienna

Vienna, the capital of Austria, offers a blend of history, culture, and art that can be explored in various ways. One of the most significant attractions is the Schönbrunn Palace, a stunning example of Baroque architecture, where visitors can stroll through its expansive gardens and admire the opulent interiors. Another landmark is the Hofburg Palace, which served as the imperial palace and is home to several museums, including the Sisi Museum that chronicles the life of Empress Elisabeth.

The Vienna State Opera is renowned for its exceptional performances and guided tours, providing insight into its rich musical heritage. For art enthusiasts, the Belvedere Palace houses an impressive collection of Austrian art, including works by Gustav Klimt, and features beautiful gardens that are perfect for a leisurely walk.

Exploring the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, reveals stunning architecture, such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, with its iconic spire and intricate details. The Museum Quartier is another cultural hub, where visitors can find contemporary art and exhibitions at institutions like the Leopold Museum and the MUMOK.

Vienna is also famous for its coffee culture. Visiting a traditional coffee house, such as Café Central, allows one to experience a quintessential aspect of Viennese life, where one can enjoy a slice of Sachertorte alongside a cup of coffee.

For those interested in music, attending a concert or performance in one of Vienna’s many concert halls, such as the Musikverein, provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in the city’s classical music scene. The Prater, a large public park, features the famous Ferris wheel and offers a pleasant escape with walking paths and recreational activities.

Lastly, the Naschmarkt, a vibrant market, offers a taste of local and international cuisine, making it a great spot for food lovers to explore various flavors. Together, these experiences create a comprehensive portrait of Vienna's cultural and historical richness.




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