LENAS DONAU HOTEL, Vienna

The hotel sits directly on the Alte Donau, a former arm of the Danube, providing a peaceful setting with riverside walking paths. The Alte Donau metro station (U1 line) is a 5-minute walk away, offering direct service to the city centre in about 20 minutes. The Wagramer Straße bus stop right outside provides access to bus line VAL3, which goes directly to Vienna International Airport for €8 one way - a convenient and affordable alternative to taxis (€35-40). The Donauzentrum shopping centre is 600 metres away, and a supermarket (Billa) is across the street. The Austria Center Vienna (VIC) and UNO City are within a 15-20 minute walk, making the hotel a practical choice for conference attendees. The area is safe and quiet, with easy access by foot, bike, or public transport.

All rooms include soundproof windows to reduce street noise, though rooms facing the boulevard can still be audible - courtyard-facing rooms are significantly quieter. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, satellite TV, a wardrobe, a desk, and heating. Single, double, twin, and triple rooms are available; the twin room can sleep up to three with an additional bed. Rooms on the upper floors are accessible by lift. The property does not have air conditioning, so portable fans are provided during hot weather. Some rooms have city or river views. The hotel is older and budget-oriented, with basic furnishings, but rooms are generally clean and functional for short stays. Travelers requiring a kettle, minibar, or safe should note these are not provided.

The breakfast buffet is served daily from 06:30 to 10:00 in the restaurant, costing €13-16 per person depending on the offer. It includes popcakes, sweet dumplings with plum marmalade, frozen yoghurt, fresh fruit, eggs, cold cuts, pastries, and hot drinks. A take-away breakfast bag can be prepared for early departures on request. The on-site restaurant (Lenas Donau Restaurant) serves international and Austrian cuisine for dinner from 16:00 to 22:00, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available on request. The adjacent Lenas Donau ParkCafé offers a similar menu including high tea and cocktail hour. The bar is open 24 hours and serves drinks and snacks. Several restaurants, a McDonald's, and a Billa supermarket are within a 3-minute walk for alternative options.

The hotel does not have a pool, spa, or wellness centre, but the Alte Donau waterfront directly in front of the terrace is a public swimming area in summer. Guests can swim, rent boats, or enjoy the riverside paths. The area offers cycling, canoeing, fishing, snorkelling, and diving - all available off-site but easily accessible. The hotel terrace overlooks the water and the garden provides outdoor furniture. A shopping mall and the riverbank promenade provide additional leisure options.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas but can be slow or intermittent in some rooms; the front desk may assist with connection issues. The 24-hour reception allows check-in at any time, though arrivals after 03:00 should be communicated in advance. Luggage storage is available for a fee (€2 per bag), which is useful for early arrivals or late departures. A locked bicycle storage room is available on request. The hotel offers a paid airport shuttle (€40 for up to 3 persons) if arranged in advance, and the VAL3 bus stop outside provides a cheaper alternative. Services include an ATM/cash machine on site, fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities (for a fee). The property is non-smoking throughout, with a designated outdoor smoking area. Security features include CCTV, smoke alarms, and key card access. Housekeeping is performed daily only if the 'Please clean' card is placed on the door handle; otherwise, cleaning may not occur.