Fully equipped apartments designed for extended living, not just visiting. Kitchen, WiFi, laundry access, and a real Viennese neighborhood. From €45/night.
Moving to a new city for an extended period is fundamentally different from a short holiday visit. Whether you are in Vienna for a work assignment, a research project, medical treatment, language studies, or simply exploring a new chapter in life, you need more than a hotel room with a minibar. You need a place that feels like home, a place where you can cook your own meals, do your laundry, spread out your belongings, and settle into a daily routine. That is exactly what Old Vienna Apartments at Herminengasse 12 provides for stays from three days up to six months.
Unlike most hotels, which are designed around short overnight stays, our apartments are built for living. Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, cookware, dishes, and utensils. You have a proper living space with a flat-screen TV, comfortable furniture, and a workspace area. The building itself dates back to 1872 and sits in the Leopoldstadt district, Vienna's 2nd district, on a quiet residential street just one minute on foot from Schottenring Metro station, which serves both the U2 and U4 lines. This means you have rapid access to the entire city while returning each evening to a peaceful, genuine Viennese neighborhood.
One of the most compelling reasons to choose an apartment over a hotel for a long stay in Vienna is the financial savings. Hotels in Vienna's city center typically charge between 120 and 300 euros per night for a standard room. Over the course of a month, that adds up to between 3,600 and 9,000 euros, and that figure does not include the cost of eating out three times a day because you have no kitchen. At Old Vienna Apartments, our rates start at just 45 euros per night for the Duett apartment, and we offer attractive discounts for longer bookings.
The kitchen alone can save you a tremendous amount of money. Eating out in Vienna costs between 12 and 25 euros per meal at a modest restaurant. If you cook at home even half the time, you could easily save 400 to 700 euros per month on food. The Leopoldstadt district is well served by supermarkets including Billa, Spar, and Hofer, all within a short walk of Herminengasse. The Karmelitermarkt, one of Vienna's most charming neighborhood markets, is about ten minutes away on foot and offers fresh produce, artisan bread, cheese, meats, and prepared foods at fair prices.
For those staying a full month or longer, the savings become even more dramatic. A Wiener Linien monthly transit pass costs just 51 euros and gives you unlimited access to all trams, buses, and metro lines within the city. Compare that to taking taxis or ride-sharing services from a hotel in a less convenient location, and the numbers speak for themselves. Our location one minute from Schottenring Metro means you rarely need anything other than public transport.
We offer four apartment types to match different needs and budgets during an extended stay in Vienna.
The Duett apartment is perfect for a single person or a couple on a longer visit. At 16 to 25 square meters with a kitchenette, it provides everything you need for comfortable daily life. Starting at 45 euros per night, it represents outstanding value for a centrally located, fully equipped apartment in Vienna. This is the most popular choice for solo professionals on work assignments and individuals undergoing medical treatment at nearby hospitals.
The Comfort apartment offers 30 square meters with a separate bedroom and a full kitchen. At 60 euros per night for up to three guests, it gives you more space to breathe during a longer stay. The separate bedroom means you can maintain a clear division between your sleeping and living areas, which becomes increasingly important the longer you stay. This apartment works exceptionally well for couples who want a bit more room or a parent traveling with one child.
The Quartett apartment provides 40 square meters with two bedrooms and a kitchenette for up to four guests, starting at 70 euros per night. This is an excellent choice for small families or pairs of colleagues sharing accommodation during a project. Two separate sleeping areas mean privacy for everyone, and the common living space provides a comfortable area for relaxing together in the evening.
The Superior apartment is our largest offering at 60 square meters with two bedrooms and a full kitchen, accommodating up to six guests from 90 euros per night. For families relocating to Vienna or groups on an extended stay, the Superior provides genuine apartment-level living space. The full kitchen allows you to prepare proper family meals, and the two bedrooms with ample living area make it easy to settle in for weeks or months at a time.
One of the greatest advantages of a long stay apartment over a hotel is that you actually get to know a neighborhood. Leopoldstadt, Vienna's 2nd district, is one of the city's most vibrant and diverse areas, and it rewards those who spend time here. The district stretches between the Danube Canal and the Danube River, creating a unique island-like atmosphere within the city.
Taborstrasse, one of the district's main commercial streets, is lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants ranging from traditional Viennese Beisl to international cuisine. Grosse Schiffgasse and the streets around the Karmelitermarkt have become a hub for independent boutiques, specialty coffee shops, and craft beer bars. On weekday mornings, the Karmelitermarkt comes alive with vendors selling fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, and baked goods. On Saturdays, a larger farmers' market fills the square with additional stalls.
For outdoor recreation during a long stay, the Augarten park is about a fifteen-minute walk north. This baroque garden features wide tree-lined avenues, open lawns, and a children's playground. The Danube Canal promenade, just a few minutes south, offers running and cycling paths with views of the city skyline. In summer, pop-up bars and cultural events line the canal banks, creating a lively social scene right at your doorstep.
For daily necessities, you will find pharmacies, banks, post offices, and medical practices all within walking distance. The area also has several gyms and fitness studios if you want to maintain your exercise routine during an extended stay. Vienna's healthcare system is excellent, and as a resident of the 2nd district, you have easy access to multiple clinics and the AKH university hospital via tram.
Register your address: If you stay longer than three days in Austria, you are legally required to register at the local Meldeservice (registration office). Your host can help you with the Meldezettel form. The nearest registration office for the 2nd district is at Karmelitergasse 1.
Get a monthly transit pass: The Wiener Linien monthly pass costs 51 euros and is valid on all public transport within Vienna. If you are staying longer than a month, consider the annual pass at 365 euros, which is one of the best deals in European public transport.
Open a bank account: For stays of several months, having an Austrian bank account makes life easier. Banks like Erste Bank and Bank Austria have branches throughout the 2nd district. Online banks like N26 are also popular and easy to set up.
Learn basic German phrases: While most Viennese speak some English, knowing basic German phrases will enrich your daily interactions enormously. Greetings like "Gruss Gott" (hello) and "Danke schon" (thank you very much) go a long way. The Volkshochschule (adult education center) offers affordable German courses throughout the year.
Explore beyond the center: During a long stay, you have time to discover Vienna's outer districts, the Vienna Woods (Wienerwald), and day-trip destinations like Wachau Valley, Bratislava, and the Neusiedlersee lake region. All are easily accessible by public transport or regional trains from nearby stations.
For a single person or couple on an extended stay of one to six months, we recommend the Comfort apartment. The separate bedroom and full kitchen at 30 square meters provide the space and functionality you need for daily living at a very reasonable 60 euros per night. You will have room to work, cook, relax, and sleep comfortably without feeling cramped, even after weeks in residence. For families or groups, the Superior apartment at 60 square meters offers genuine home-like living with two bedrooms and a full kitchen, easily accommodating the demands of extended family life in Vienna.
Fully equipped apartments from €45/night. Kitchen, WiFi, laundry, self check-in. Stays from 3 days to 6 months. Rated 8.4/10 on Booking.com.
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