Just a few steps from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna-based developers Lenikus have transformed a heritage-listed building into a luxury hotel with 76 rooms and suites. The Leo Grand is more than just a hotel: a combination of its prime location and an uncompromisingly – and unconventional – the luxury concept has seen this accommodation set new standards. A celebration of individuality and contemporary indulgence, the hotel opened in April 2022.
Head designer Gabriele Lenikus and her team have delivered a bold reconsideration of Baroque opulence, recasting it in a spectacular present-day light. The design pays homage to the eccentric, larger-than-life, and art-loving Emperor Leopold I (1640-1705), who is a constant presence here, encouraging visitors to embark upon a voyage of discovery, both at the hotel and elsewhere in the city. The Leo Grand’s character also extends to its hospitality offering: which includes what must be the capital’s most exclusive Schanigarten café, a covered courtyard, an elegant bar, and several private dining areas.
The Leo Grand
Bauernmarkt 1
1010 Vienna
theleogrand.com