Everything about the new hotel "The Ring" which opened during November 2007 is pure Casual Luxury. With the world class culture, art and shopping miles of Vienna on its doorstep, The Ring's address is one of the most prestigious in Vienna. Guests enjoy wonderful views of the famous Ringstraße and the Vienna State Opera.

On the site of the former Merkur Bank, the hotel's historical façade has been sensitively enhanced and conceals a sober and sensual interior. The modern blends sympathetically with the old: for example, the stucco of the "Ring Suite" and the listed lift, sit alongside an excellent flair of contemporary design.

The property's lobby features a stylish fire place and with the adjacent bar it attracts both an international and local clientele!

The Ring can boast rooms that are luxurious, atmospheric spaces which feature an inspiring mix of contemporary and classic furniture. This is further complemented by an innovative light concept and sumptuous bathrooms. With palates of warm brown, cosy cream, refreshing pistachio and a fervid red, The Ring is truly a sensual place.

Many guestrooms offer a beautiful view of the historic Viennese "Ringstraße" and guests can choose between the hotel's 68 rooms, the following accommodation types offered are: Casual, Special, X-Special, X-Ordinary and the following suite types: Cosmopolitan and The Ring Suite.

Globetrotters as well as avid gourmet lovers dine at the hotel's restaurant, not only because of the stylish ambience, but because of the fine dining that The Ring offers.

A special highlight is the wine cellar in the basement. 770 bottles of the best international and Austrian wines and champagnes are kept here! In the middle of the room stands a table which offers the possibility of companionable and relaxed tasting.

The Ring also offers its guests use of the health centre, located at the top of the building with a spectacular view over the rooftops of Vienna. The health centre has been equipped with state-of-the-art training facilities, chosen not only for their high quality but also to make a fitness workout more entertaining.

Every machine has been equipped with a television, video and headphones. Additionally, there are two plasma screens in the fitness area.

Fresh fruit and chilled water are provided. Relaxation room, changing rooms, towels and showers are available and the health centre is open on a complimentary basis to all hotel guests 24 hours a day.

Next to this area, is the beautiful spa facility, designed with materials such as; stone and bamboo to provide guests with space to find equilibrium between body, mind and spirit.

Choose from various treatments and senses will be stimulated by a multitude of textures, gentle music and therapeutic lighting. Perhaps enjoy relaxing in the sauna with views over to the beautiful Karls-Church or simply relax in the steam bath.

Let luxury surround you, time stand still, and a sense of deep relaxation wash over you.