This week we had the pleasure of staying at Emi’s place for 2 nights. Although I did not meet her personally, she made sure (via whatsapp) that we were well received (by Alex and her husband) and made recommendations on where to go and where to eat. Beforehand we received information on the multiple ways to travel from the airport to the apartment (with hyperlinks to the carrier), which was very useful. There is a busstop in the street, although the metrostop “Volkstheater” is also very close.
The apartment itself is very spacious though feels very cosy. We were especially thrilled with the bathroom: finally a sink where there is enough space for your toiletries! The shower is also great because of the many options it has (rain, handshower and front nozzles). There is enough room in that shower to do a backflip ;-). The couch in the living area is very comfortable and was just what we needed to lounge on after a long day of walking through the city. The kitchen is well equipped.
In one of the reviews below there was a remark about light in de bedrooms in the morning. I bought a sleeping mask just in case, but I didn’t need it. If you’re used to sleeping in total darkness then yes, the rooms will be too light for you in the morning. But if you’re used to some streetlight or morning sun seeping past the curtains, then you’ll be just fine sleeping at Emi’s place. The bed in the first bedroom is a double, the one in the second bedroom is about 1,40 meter. Both beds are very comfortable.
We’ve been in Vienna several times, but never this close to the city centre, which was great. The apartment is located on the second floor of the building, behind the Volkstheater at about a 12 minute walk to the Kohlmarkt. There is an elevator in the building, but it’s very small. A person with a walking aid can fit, but be aware that a wheelchair will probably not. We were very surprised to find out there is a restaurant (Durchhaus) on the ground floor of the building, considering you don’t hear any of it in the apartment itself. It’s very quiet.
There are plenty supermarkets nearby. The closest one is “Hofer” (a.k.a. Aldi) located behind the building at a 2 minute walk. There’s also a “Bila” supermarket 8 minutes away on foot. Across the street you can find the restaurants “Erich” and “Ulrich” which have great breakfast and lunch selections. Can highly recommend to eat there.
The WIFI is excellent. I could even stream a few youtube clips.
On my next visit to that beautiful city we will definitely want to stay at Emi’s!