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Rosewood Vienna vs The Guesthouse Vienna
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: The Guesthouse Vienna is $498 a night less. They are 505 metres apart.
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The honest take
The Guesthouse Vienna is the sharper booking: $313 a night, a 9.6 guest rating from 2,541 reviews, and a location a few steps from the Rosewood, in an old bank building on Führichgasse. Rosewood Vienna costs $879, rates 9.4 from far fewer reviews, and adds a spa and fitness centre that The Guesthouse doesn't list. Unless you specifically want the spa or the full palace-hotel apparatus, The Guesthouse gives comparable praise and location for a third of the price.
The look and the feel
Rosewood Vienna
Rosewood Vienna occupies the former Austrian National Bank on Petersplatz, a hulking early-20th-century pile with vaulted ceilings, marble stairs and the old bank's safe rooms turned into wine cellars and spa spaces. The public rooms play on that institutional grandeur — high coffered ceilings, deep colour, brass fittings — dressed up with contemporary furniture rather than gilt. It sits directly behind St Stephen's Cathedral, so the courtyard and windows look onto one of the oldest, densest parts of the city. It draws a guest who wants the full five-star script: spa, formal restaurant, staff who know your name by day two.
Guests who want the full traditional five-star experience — spa, gym, formal dining, and a Cathedral-side address to match the price.
The Guesthouse Vienna
The Guesthouse Vienna is set in a converted 19th-century bank building too, on a quieter street off the Kärntner Ring, but it plays its history lighter — mid-century-inflected rooms, Bang & Olufsen sets, a brasserie and bakery downstairs rather than a formal dining room. The mood is more residential than grand: exposed materials, calmer palettes, a sense of a smart Viennese apartment rather than an imperial hotel. It suits someone who wants design and comfort without the full ceremony, and free run of Austrian wine and pastries rather than a spa menu.
Guests who want well-designed rooms and genuine local character in the same neighbourhood, without paying for a spa they may not use.
At $313, The Guesthouse gives up Rosewood's spa and fitness centre, the two amenities the data credits Rosewood with; everything else in the listings — location, rating, dining, design pedigree — holds up on its own.
Rosewood's converted bank hall is the more theatrical space to walk into, but The Guesthouse's quieter reuse of a similar building feels like the more honest and liveable piece of design.
The numbers
| Rosewood Vienna | The Guesthouse Vienna | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $915 | $417 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | 9.6/10 |
| Reviews | 701 | 2541 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 4 |
| Distance apart | 505 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Rosewood Vienna has
- Spa
- Fitness
Only The Guesthouse Vienna has
Nothing on our list that Rosewood Vienna lacks.
What guests actually say
Rosewood Vienna
- central location
- elegant, calm interior
- rooftop bar
- value for money
The Guesthouse Vienna
- central location near opera house
- free minibar with wine
- comfortable, well-furnished rooms
- rude front desk person
“For sure the best in-room coffee I've ever had.”
The Guesthouse Vienna's guests seem happier overall, praising the free wine, friendly staff and prime location, with only one isolated complaint about a rude receptionist.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Rosewood Vienna
- Deluxe King Room - DlkRoom Only$915
- Deluxe Twin Room - DltRoom Only$915
- Deluxe King RoomRoom Only$928
The Guesthouse Vienna
- Deluxe Plus King Room (Opera View)Room Only · free cancellation$444
- Double Deluxe with ViewsRoom Only$446
- Deluxe Plus Double RoomRoom Only$480
In guests' own words
The Guesthouse Vienna
8/10
“Nearly perfect - just one bad point”
The room was small but creatively laid out and well-furnished. The whimsical layout cheered us instantly. We loved that they supplied us with many free amenities - especially the wine that we could enjoy in the room or at dinner. There was even a coffee maker that ground actual coffee beans as needed. For sure the best in-room coffee I've ever had. Great location as well.
The only negative was a front desk person with a curt and dismissive attitude. Actually rude.
10/10
This is the second time we stayed in the Guesthouse. Still impressed by its location,well equipped room, friendly staffs, and wines in the room. We had a very pleasant experience during our stay. Highly recommend!
Nothing
10/10
Wonderful central location! Only steps away from the state opera house and Albertina. Very clean and modern facility. We loved the free mini bar!
About each
Rosewood Vienna
Luxurious Accommodation Experience opulence at its finest at Rosewood Vienna. Nestled in the heart of Vienna, our 5-star hotel boasts elegantly designed rooms with top-notch amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. Wellness and Dining Indulge in relaxation at our spa center, where you can rejuvenate your body and mind. After a day of…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
The Guesthouse Vienna
Luxurious Accommodations The Guesthouse Vienna offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with high-class furniture, Bang & Olufsen entertainment systems, and stunning views of Vienna's landmarks. The individual atmosphere ensures a comfortable and upscale stay. Gourmet Dining Experience Indulge in the brasserie and bakery's delicious offerings, including freshly…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Rosewood Vienna
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
The Guesthouse Vienna
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Cycling
- Airport shuttle
- Safety deposit box
Where they are
Petersplatz 7Führichgasse 10
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