Hotel Brillantengrund

Where:
Vienna, Austria
Why:Exploring Vienna
When:November 2022
Who:Shane and I

"Style, culture, sport, plus the chicest place to sleep"

AT A GLANCE: On the historic side of town that is having a trendy revival, Hotel Brillantengrund in Vienna is a full family affair. Design-forward, with art exhibitions regularly held in the courtyard, the hotel is a magnet for Austrian creatives. Quaint architecture with a flowers-growing-in-the-balcony vibe makes the spot as homey as it is hip. Keep this romantic hotel on your radar. Swipe the images below to discover.

The sign you've been waiting for

Hotel Brillantengrund When Hotel Brillantengrund is not hosting rotating exhibitions and fairs, the inner courtyard is the ideal place to plan your day in Vienna

When Hotel Brillantengrund is not hosting rotating exhibitions and fairs, the inner courtyard is the ideal place to plan your day in Vienna

The view from above

Mornings start outside on the terrace on our way downstairs to the lobby

Vintage pieces mixed with designs by local artisans and photographs create a place to keep you ocularly consumed

We ordered the same thing every day — eggs, oatmeal, toast, veggies, and juice x2, please!

Hotel Brillantengrund For guests and visitors alike, the lobby is a neighborhood magnet for creatives to sit for a coffee and a few hours of collaborative meetings

For guests and visitors alike, the lobby is a neighborhood magnet for creatives to sit for a coffee and a few hours of collaborative meetings

Design-envy from every single angle

The urban hotel feels like a quiet escape from the bustling city

Minimalistic vintage accents keep the rooms chic and sleek

Baby Pink had heavy Wes Anderson energy at Hotel Brillantengrund

We spent hours at the Rosewood Vienna spa — you can see why

Highs & Lows

The location can't be beaten. Right in the heart of the 7th district, Hotel Brillantengrund is surrounded by fashion boutiques, concept stores, and quaint coffee spots
There's a family vibe that permeates the hotel. Marvin, the hotel's owner, can be found most mornings chatting with guests over breakfast while his mom leads the culinary service in the kitchen!
This seems silly, but it's not — complimentary coffee refills during breakfast ensure you're perfectly caffeinated for a day of adventure
The indoor/outdoor vibe of the hotel makes you feel like you're actually living, not just on vacay, in Vienna

Checking out really felt like we were leaving new friends

The Barometer

Design
Location
Future Forward
Night's Sleep
Service

Amenities
Takeable Treats
Refer a Friend
Overall Value
Life Changing

Total: 49/50

Important Bits

Type
Lifestyle Hotel
Vibe
A one-way ticket to the cool kid table
Location
Hotel Brillantengrund is on a quiet street in the best neighborhood in the city
Rooms
34
Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
The arty website had me hooked right away. I knew there would be much to uncover, but I had no idea of the extent. We got there late, and there was a key code and instructions so we could easily access our room
Future Forward
Nothing plastic in the restaurant! Super cute reusable shampoo and conditioner bottles
Music
Best of indie day-to-night
Year Opened
2010
Designed By
Owner Marvin Mangalino and his partners
Health & Wellness
Take the stairs on the way up to your room!
Food
Filling breakfast — we ordered the same thing every day and a vibing dinner local hotspot for Pinoy food
Bar, Events & Nightlife
Hotel Brillantengrund has a rotating exhibition space and often hosts pop-ups, flea markets, and fairs in the inner courtyard
Minibar & Retail
Marvin's brand BBUC is sold on-site. Pack less so you can buy more from this ultra-cool bike lifestyle brand
Accessibility
Wide doors and ramps but narrow elevators
Pet Friendly
No
Children
Yes! For the cultured child :-)
Price
$$$
Tel.
+43 152 336 62
Website
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In German, "Brillantengrund" means the ground of brilliance. Brillantengrund was the district's name in the late 18th century because it was home to the luxury textile industry. Its residents were known to wear the latest fineries. Today the district is home to hybrid coffee-film camera shops and designer boutiques.