ESC 2026 in Vienna your central hotel near the Stadthalle
Stay at Hotel Stefanie and experience the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will take place in Vienna for the third time, turning the city into a meeting place for music fans from all over Europe in May. The venue is the Wiener Stadthalle. In addition, the large public viewing area on Vienna's Rathausplatz will ensure a great atmosphere throughout the city.
For visitors looking for central accommodation during the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna who value peace and quiet, tradition and easy accessibility, Vienna's oldest hotel in the 2nd district is the perfect choice.
Combine a city break in Vienna with the Eurovision Song Contest
Thanks to the Hotel Stefanie's proximity to major transport hubs, the Wiener Stadthalle is easily accessible during the Eurovision Song Contest. At the same time, the hotel is located in a quiet area, offering ideal conditions for a relaxing holiday in Vienna.
Numerous sights and cultural highlights of Vienna can be explored around the Hotel Stefanie. The historic city centre with St. Stephen's Cathedral, classic Viennese coffee houses, museums and exhibition spaces are within walking distance or just a few stops away by public transport. This makes for a varied visit to Vienna around the Eurovision Song Contest, combining a music event with a city experience.
Getting from Hotel Stefanie to the ESC at the Wiener Stadthalle
By underground and tram
From the Wien Taborstraße underground station, which is closest to the hotel, take the U2 to the Wien Volkstheater station. There, change to tram line 49 towards Wien Hütteldorf and travel to the Wien Beingasse stop. From there, it is about a five-minute walk to the Wiener Stadthalle. The total journey time is around 30 minutes, depending on the connection.
By tram from Schwedenplatz
From the Wien Schwedenplatz stop, which is located near the hotel, take tram line 1 to the Ring/Volkstheater stop. After changing to tram line 49 towards Wien Hütteldorf, travel to the Wien Beingasse stop. From there, you can reach the Wiener Stadthalle after a short walk. The total journey time is around 30 minutes, depending on the connection.
By underground via Stephansplatz
Another option is to take the U1 from the Wien Schwedenplatz stop to the Wien Stephansplatz station. There, change to the U3 and travel to the Wien Schweglerstraße station. From there, it is about a ten-minute walk to the Wiener Stadthalle. The total journey time is around 30 minutes, depending on the connection.
Experience the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna
During the Eurovision Song Contest, Hotel Stefanie offers a location close to the Wiener Stadthalle and a good starting point for a stay in Vienna. Its location in the 2nd district is ideal for combining ESC events and classic city experiences during a holiday in Vienna. Book your stay at Hotel Stefanie now and experience the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna live.