Vienna Hideaways
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about arrival, your stay and amenities at a glance.
Check-in & Check-out
What time is check-in?
Check-in is available from 3:00 pm. Our regular arrival assistance ends at 10:00 pm. Self check-in is technically possible later, but our availability to help with any problems is limited after that time.
What time is check-out?
Check-out is by 11:00 am.
Is early check-in possible?
Unfortunately, early check-in is generally not possible, as we need the time to prepare your accommodation carefully. On request, we are happy to provide a luggage locker on your arrival day.
Is late check-out possible?
Late check-out is generally not possible, as cleaning begins at 11:00 am. On request, we are happy to provide a luggage locker on your departure day.
Luggage
Can I store my luggage before check-in or after check-out?
Yes. For each booking, we are happy to provide a luggage locker on request on your arrival or departure day. The lockers are located at the property or just a few minutes away.
Can large suitcases be stored too?
Our lockers are designed for standard luggage for short stays. For particularly large items or a lot of luggage, we recommend City Locker at Goldschmiedgasse 3, approximately three minutes away.
Access
Is there a reception desk?
No. Vienna Hideaways is designed for straightforward self check-in. All arrival information is sent by email on the afternoon before your arrival.
How do I access my accommodation?
On the afternoon before your arrival, you will receive a personal six-digit access code by email. This opens all the doors you need to reach your accommodation.
Contact
How can I contact Vienna Hideaways?
Florian and Ursula are available daily from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Limited emergency support is available for urgent problems outside these hours.
Amenities
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available in all accommodation. You will find the login details in your accommodation.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes. Air conditioning for cooling is available in all accommodation during the summer months when outdoor temperatures are suitable. In winter, heating is provided by radiators in the room and bathroom.
Is there a kitchen?
Some accommodation has a compact breakfast nook. It is intended for preparing a simple breakfast or a small snack.
Is there a fridge?
The accommodation has a silent drinks fridge with a temperature of approximately 13 °C. It is suitable for drinks, but not for temperature-sensitive food or medication.
Is there an iron?
Irons can be provided on request. In some accommodation, an iron and ironing facilities are also available for you to use directly.
Is there a hairdryer?
Yes. Every accommodation unit has a powerful hairdryer.
Are bed linen, towels and toiletries provided?
Yes. The beds are freshly made when you arrive. A large towel and a small towel are provided for each guest. You will also find high-quality L’Occitane toiletries in your accommodation.
Children
Are baby cots available?
A baby cot can be provided on request in some accommodation.
Cleaning
Is there daily housekeeping?
Regular cleaning takes place between stays. For stays of more than three nights, we are happy to arrange an individual solution on request.
Laundry
Can I do laundry at the accommodation?
There is no washing machine in the accommodation. Gottschalk laundry service at Singerstraße 22 is just a few steps away and can often clean your laundry the same day.
House Rules
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets are not allowed in our accommodation.
Is smoking allowed?
No. Smoking is not permitted in any accommodation or anywhere inside the buildings.
Can guests under 18 stay on their own?
No. Guests under 18 may only stay when accompanied by someone aged 18 or over.
Parking
Is private parking available?
No. Our accommodation is located in the historic centre and does not have private parking. We recommend the Contipark car park at Karlsplatz or, for longer stays, Park & Ride Erdberg.
Getting Here
Can a taxi drop me off directly at the accommodation?
Blutgasse 3 and 5 are in the pedestrian zone. The best drop-off point is Singerstraße at the corner of Blutgasse. Nikolaigasse 1 can be accessed directly for loading and unloading.
How do I get to Vienna Hideaways from the airport?
We recommend the official airport taxi desks in the arrivals hall, which offer fixed prices. Alternatively, you can take a train to Wien Mitte or Vienna Central Station and then continue by underground to Stephansplatz.
Location
How far away is the underground station?
Stephansplatz station, served by the U1 and U3 lines, is a four-minute walk away.
Is the accommodation quiet?
Yes. Despite their central location, our accommodation units are in quiet historic buildings and courtyards in the heart of Vienna’s old town.
Bicycles
Can I park my bicycle?
At Nikolai Homes, bicycles can be parked in the quiet courtyard directly outside the studio. No suitable bicycle parking is available at Blutgasse 3 and 5.
Invoices
Can I receive an invoice?
Yes. We are happy to send invoices by email on request. Please provide the full billing details and your booking details.
Parcels
Can I have a parcel delivered to the accommodation?
No. We cannot accept parcels. The nearest post office with a 24-hour parcel collection station is at Fleischmarkt 19.
Availability & Rates
How can I check whether accommodation is available?
Our booking pages show current availability and rates. If a period cannot be booked there, it is not available.
Are discounts available?
Our rates are adjusted daily according to demand, length of stay and booking date. We do not offer additional discounts on the published rates.
Your Stay
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, subject to availability. Extensions are generally made through the platform you used for your original booking.