Budget Apartment in Vienna: Central Location, Full Kitchen, from €45 per Night

Vienna on a Budget Is Absolutely Possible

Vienna has a reputation as an expensive city, and it is true that luxury hotels, fine dining, and opera boxes can cost a fortune. But here is what experienced travellers know: Vienna is also one of the most rewarding European capitals for budget-conscious visitors. The key is making smart choices about where you stay and how you eat – and that is exactly where a well-located apartment with a kitchen changes everything.

At Old Vienna Apartments, our Duett apartment starts at just €45 per night for up to two guests. That is €22.50 per person for a private apartment in the 2nd district, one minute from Schottenring Metro. Compare that to the average Vienna hotel room, which runs €100-€180 per night without breakfast, and the savings become clear immediately. But the real budget advantage is the fully equipped kitchen in every apartment, which lets you cut your daily food costs dramatically.

The Kitchen Advantage: How Cooking Saves You Hundreds

Eating out for every meal in Vienna adds up fast. A typical restaurant lunch costs €12-€18, and dinner easily runs €20-€35 per person. For two people over a five-night stay, that is €400-€600 on meals alone. With a kitchen in your apartment, you can completely change this equation:

• Breakfast in your apartment: Fresh bread from the bakery (€2-3), butter, jam, eggs, and good Austrian coffee. Total cost for two people: about €5-7 per morning, compared to €15-25 for a hotel breakfast or cafe.
• Pack a simple lunch: Sandwiches, fruit, and snacks prepared in your kitchen keep you fuelled during sightseeing for €5-8 for two, rather than €25-35 at a restaurant.
• Cook dinner some nights: A home-cooked pasta, stir-fry, or Austrian-style meal with ingredients from Billa or the Karmelitermarkt costs €8-12 for two. Eat out on the other nights when you want the restaurant experience.

By cooking breakfast daily and preparing your own meals for half of your lunches and dinners, a couple can realistically save €200-€300 over a five-night stay. That money goes directly toward museum entries, concerts, day trips, and the experiences that actually make a Vienna holiday memorable.

Price Comparison: Apartment vs Hotel in Central Vienna

Let us lay out a concrete comparison for a couple spending five nights in Vienna:

• Budget hotel (3-star): €110/night average = €550 total. No kitchen, no breakfast included, small room, shared location often outside the centre.
• Mid-range hotel (4-star): €160/night average = €800 total. Breakfast included but limited, small room, central but generic.
• Duett Apartment (Old Vienna): €45/night = €225 total. Private apartment with full kitchen, free WiFi, self check-in, 1 min to Schottenring Metro, historic 1872 building.

The apartment saves you €325 compared to a budget hotel and €575 compared to a mid-range hotel – before you even factor in the kitchen savings on meals. This is not about sacrificing comfort. It is about spending your travel budget on experiences instead of overpriced rooms.

All Four Apartment Types and Their Value

Every apartment at Old Vienna Apartments includes a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, self check-in, and is located in the same historic building at Herminengasse 12:

• Duett (€45/night, 2 guests, 16-25m²): The best value for solo travellers and couples. Everything you need in a compact, well-designed space.
• Comfort (€60/night, 3 guests, 30m²): More room to spread out. At €20/person for three guests, it is ideal for friends or a small family.
• Quartett (€70/night, 4 guests, 40m²): Spacious enough for a family of four at just €17.50/person/night. Hard to find better value anywhere in central Vienna.
• Superior (€90/night, 6 guests, 60m²): Our largest apartment at €15/person/night for six guests. Groups of friends or extended families save enormously compared to multiple hotel rooms.

Free and Cheap Things to Do in Vienna

A budget trip to Vienna does not mean missing out. The city offers an extraordinary amount for free or at very low cost:

• Free museum entries: The first Sunday of each month, many Vienna museums offer free admission, including the Belvedere, Kunsthistorisches Museum, and Naturhistorisches Museum. Plan your visit around these dates.
• St. Stephen's Cathedral: Entering the main nave of Vienna's most iconic church is completely free. Only the tower climb and catacombs have a small fee.
• Prater park: The vast green Prater is free to enter and perfect for walking, jogging, or picnicking. Only the amusement park rides have individual costs.
• Danube Canal street art walk: A free, self-guided tour along Vienna's most colourful outdoor gallery, just minutes from the apartment.
• Naschmarkt: Window-shopping and sampling at Vienna's famous outdoor market costs nothing (or very little if you snack along the way).
• City parks: The Volksgarten, Burggarten, Stadtpark, and Augarten are all free, beautifully maintained, and perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
• Rathausplatz events: The square in front of City Hall hosts free film screenings, Christmas markets, and cultural events throughout the year.
• Walking the Ringstraße: Vienna's grand boulevard is itself a free open-air museum of imperial architecture. Walk the full 5.3 km ring or take tram lines 1 or 2 for a budget sightseeing tour (€2.40 with a single ticket).

Budget Eating Out: Where to Find Affordable Meals Near the Apartment

When you do want to eat out, the Leopoldstadt district and surrounding areas offer plenty of affordable options:

• Würstelstand (sausage stands): A Käsekrainer or Bosna with bread and mustard costs around €4-5 and is a genuine Viennese institution.
• Turkish and Middle Eastern restaurants: The 2nd district has excellent kebab shops and falafel joints where a filling meal costs €6-9.
• Vietnamese restaurants: Several affordable Vietnamese restaurants near Taborstraße serve generous portions of pho and rice dishes for €8-11.
• Beisl (traditional Austrian pubs): Weekday lunch menus (Mittagsmenü) at traditional Beisln often include soup and a main course for €9-13.
• Bakeries: Austrian bakeries sell filling sandwiches, pastries, and slices of pizza for €3-5. Anker and Ströck are chains you will find everywhere.

Getting Around Vienna on a Budget

Our location one minute from Schottenring Metro means you are already well-positioned to use Vienna's excellent public transport without needing taxis or ride-shares. Budget tips for transport:

• 24-hour ticket (€8): Unlimited metro, tram, and bus travel for 24 hours. Best for short stays.
• 48-hour ticket (€14.10): Two full days of unlimited travel.
• Weekly pass (€17.10): Valid Monday to Monday, this is the best deal for stays of five days or more.
• Walking: Vienna's centre is very walkable. Many major sights are within a 30-minute walk from our apartment.

Trusted by Nearly 1,500 Guests

With an 8.4 out of 10 rating on Booking.com from 1,496 reviews, Old Vienna Apartments consistently delivers quality accommodation at budget-friendly prices. Our 1872 building in the Leopoldstadt district gives you an authentic Viennese experience that no budget hotel chain can match.