Vienna is said to have some of the "greatest hotels in Europe," so reservations are a must when visiting.Frommer's: Vienna Hotels Overview The city's most affordable rooms are generally outside the city center.

The Hotel Austria Wein is located near St. Stephen's Cathedral and is within walking distance of the Imperial Palace Hofburg. Rooms come with cable TV, free wireless internet and private bathrooms.

Frommer's recommends the hotel for its "immaculate" and "inviting" atmosphere.Frommer's: Hotel Austria

Lonely Planet praises Wombat's The Base hostel for its "clean, bright and breezy" rooms.Lonely Planet: Wombat's City Hostel - The Base Its amenities cater to younger travelers: bar, sun terrace, pool table and internet access.

The hostel is open 24 hours and serves buffet-style breakfast every morning.

While planning your trip, please see Vienna Hotels, Vienna Vacation, Vienna Restaurants and Vienna Tours.

• Prices posted reflect those of the cheapest rates for the cheapest room type with 1-2 person occupancy. Prices are likely to increase during holidays and weekends.

• Hotel Austria Wien (Inner City, 55 - 69) Phone: 43-1-515-23
  • Frommer's Recommended: "The decor is rather functional, and the hotel is immaculately maintained and inviting."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating

• Pension Kraml (Mariahilf, 30 - 52) Phone: 43-1-587-8588
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "A cosy pension in a quiet neighbourhood..."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating

• Hotel Post (Inner City, 40 - 76) Phone: 43-1-515-830
  • Frommer's Recommended: "Bedrooms, most of which are midsize, are streamlined and functionally furnished..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating

• Pension Dr. Geissler (Inner City, 32 - 65) Phone: 43-1-533-2803
  • Frommer's Recommended: "Unpretentious lodgings at reasonable prices..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating

• Pension Carantania (Neubau, 49 - 69) Phone: 43-1-526-7340
  • Lonely Planet Selection: " A tiny, family-run pension of only six rooms, Carantania is an excellent option for travellers looking for a place with a personal touch, a friendly welcome and a family atmosphere."

• • TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating

• Official Tourism Site: Vienna Youth Hostels & Camping
• Lonely Planet: Vienna Hostels
• Hostelz.com: Vienna Hostel Reviews

• Wombats (Rudolfsheim-Funfhaus) Phone: 43-1-897-2336
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "With oodles of extras, including a free welcome drink and bed sheets, super-clean rooms and the best party atmosphere of any hostel in Vienna, Wombat's is easily the place of choice for the savvy backpacker."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating

• Westend City Hostel (Mariahilf) Phone: 43-1-597 6729
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "With its low prices, simple decor and 'no fuss' attitude, Westend is the type of hostel suited to backpackers, adventurous families, and those wishing to pay the bare minimum for spending eight hours lying horizontal."

• • Hostelz.com Review: "The rooms are clean and well kept."

• Palace Hostel Schlossherberge (Ottakring) Phone: 43-1-481-0300
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "It's a perfect spot for families and those looking for both a city and a nature break."

• • Hostelz.com Review: "The hostel is more of a quiet, family-oriented hostel than a party/social hostel."