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Short Residence Hostel Vienna, Vienna Overview
Short Residence Hostel Vienna is a 1-star hotel in Vienna, Austria. Rated 8.0 out of 10 based on 6 guest reviews.
Hundsturm is about 0.7 km (around 10 min on foot) from Short Residence Hostel Vienna, placing you close to everyday neighbourhood life while still keeping central sights within reach. The property is in Hundsturm, roughly 3 km from Vienna centre, and the guest rating is 8/10 from 6 reviews.
For practical stays, the rooms include non-smoking options and in-room conveniences like a microwave. Signature Twin and Signature Quadruple rooms are set up for comfort, and the hotel also offers free WiFi and a shared kitchen for preparing meals. Guests highlighted location with the highest score of 8.6/10, and value for money at 8/10.
Not everything lands equally. Cleanliness scored 7.1/10, and some reviews mention a door lock issue and a lack of communication from staff. Check-in runs from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Please note that a deposit may be required at the property, and there are no elevators.
Important information
A deposit may be required at the property.
Should You Book Short Residence Hostel Vienna?
Book Short Residence Hostel Vienna if you want strong value and a top-scoring location, with guest scores averaging 8/10. The trade-off is reported door lock issues and a lack of communication from staff.
Best For
- Budget-minded travellers: guest reviews cite good value for money and overall score 8/10.
- City explorers using public transport: Margaretengürtel metro station is 0.3 km (about 5 min on foot) and Gumpendorfer Straße is 0.5 km (about 10 min on foot).
- Groups needing in-room basics: Signature Quadruple Room and Signature Twin Room include a microwave and dishwasher.
- Travellers who prefer non-smoking rooms: room types listed are non-smoking.
Not Ideal For
- Travellers who need step-free access: there are no elevators.
- Guests sensitive to check-in reliability: a reported door lock issue and lack of communication from staff are listed in dislikes.
What to Expect
Check-in runs from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Free WiFi is available, and the property is smoke-free. Rooms listed include items such as a hair dryer, microwave, and dishwasher. Parking isn’t stated, and a deposit may be required at the property.
Location Intelligence
The hotel is 3 km from Vienna centre. It’s close to metro stops, with Margaretengürtel 0.3 km (about 5 min on foot) and Gumpendorfer Straße 0.5 km (about 10 min on foot). Key sights are about 2–3 km away, including the Kunsthistorisches Museum (2 km) and Vienna State Opera (3 km).
Rooms & Comfort at Short Residence Hostel Vienna
Signature Quadruple Room, Non Smoking
- 20 m²
- Sleeps 6
- 2 × Double bed + 2 × Twin bed
- Courtyard View
2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds215-sq-foot room with courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen accessSleep - Blackout...
- Free WiFi
Signature Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking
- 8 m²
- Sleeps 2
- 2 × Twin bed
- Courtyard View
2 Twin Beds86-sq-foot room with courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen accessSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains Bathroom -...
- Free WiFi
Signature Twin Room, Non Smoking
- 6 m²
- Sleeps 3
- Bunk bed + Futon Mat
- Courtyard View
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Futon86-sq-foot room with courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen accessSleep - Blackout...
- Shower
- Free WiFi
Short Residence Hostel Vienna Facilities & Amenities
General
Smoke-free property
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking & Transport
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Short Residence Hostel Vienna Photos
Short Residence Hostel Vienna Location in Vienna
Closest Airports
- Vienna International Airport (VIE) 19 km
- M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS) 65 km
- Brno-Tuřany Airport (BRQ) 110 km
What's Nearby
- Margaretengürtel 0.3 km
- Gumpendorfer Straße 0.5 km
- Raimund Theater 0.6 km
Top Attractions
- Kunsthistorisches Museum 2 km
- Vienna State Opera house 3 km
- Hofburg Palace 3 km
- Albertina 3 km
- Belvedere 3 km
City Walks
- Hundsturm 0.7 km
- Rudolfsheim 0.9 km
- Wilhelmsdorf 1.1 km
- Magdalenengrund 1.3 km
- Nibelungenviertel 1.9 km
Restaurants & Cafes Nearby
Top dining spots near Short Residence Hostel Vienna
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Bauernbräu
Austrian restaurant3
Uno Momento
Restaurant4
Hatay Kitchen
Turkish restaurant5
Hua's Kitchen
Asian restaurant6
Crown Vienna
Bar7
Känguru
Pub8
The Chapel Bar
BarRatings and review counts: Google Maps, as of October 2026.
FAQ About Short Residence Hostel Vienna
Which restaurants and bars are within walking distance of Short Residence Hostel Vienna?
Ali&Baba Restaurant (0.2 km, about 5 min on foot), Bauernbräu (0.4 km, about 5 min on foot), Uno Momento (0.4 km, about 5 min on foot), Hatay Kitchen (0.5 km, about 10 min on foot), Hua's Kitchen (0.5 km, about 10 min on foot), Crown Vienna (0.6 km, about 10 min on foot), Känguru (0.8 km, about 15 min on foot), and The Chapel Bar (0.9 km, about 15 min on foot).
What do guests score highest and lowest at the hotel?
Location is the highest-scored category at 8.6/10. Cleanliness is the lowest-scored category at 7.1/10.
How far is Vienna International Airport from the hotel?
Vienna International Airport (VIE) is 19 km away (straight-line).
What room types are available at Short Residence Hostel Vienna?
You can book Signature Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, and Signature Twin Room options (2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, and Non Smoking with a shower).
What is the nearest metro station to the hotel?
Margaretengürtel metro station is 0.3 km away (about 5 min on foot).
Does the hotel have a lift, and how accessible is it?
There are no elevators. The property lists wheelchair accessibility and an accessible shuttle, and it also lists that there is no accessible shuttle.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No. Pets are not allowed.
Which sights are closest to the hotel?
Kunsthistorisches Museum is 2 km away (about 40 min on foot). Vienna State Opera house, Hofburg Palace, and Albertina are each about 3 km away (about 40 min on foot for the 3 km sights listed).
Good to Know at Short Residence Hostel Vienna
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 2:00 pm to 12:00 am
- Check-out until 11:00 am
- Pets
Pets not allowed
- Accessibility
- No elevators
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
- Wheelchair accessible
- Other policies
General: Professional property host/manager
Short Residence Hostel Vienna Guest Reviews
8.0
Very good
6 reviews
