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Airbnb in Vienna: Which Districts Are Most Worthwhile for Hosts?

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Julia Strothmann

Posted on

March 14, 2025

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2 min

Year after year, Vienna draws millions of visitors - from tourists to business guests. If you own an apartment in Vienna, renting it out on Airbnb can generate strong returns. But which districts are particularly worthwhile?

Airbnb in Vienna: Which districts are most worthwhile for hosts?

Year after year, Vienna draws millions of visitors - from tourists to business guests. If you own an apartment in Vienna, renting it out on Airbnb can generate strong returns. But which districts are particularly worthwhile?

1. 1st District - Innere Stadt

The heart of Vienna, with St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg and the Opera House, is the top address for international guests.

Advantages:

Maximum willingness to pay

Exclusive location with countless sights

High booking rate among business guests and tourists

Prime spots: Graben, Kärntner Straße, Stephansplatz

2. 7th District - Neubau

Creative, alternative, hip - the 7th district attracts young travellers, digital nomads and expats.

Advantages:

Popular with modern target groups

Close to Mariahilfer Straße

Stylish apartments perform especially well

Prime spots: MuseumsQuartier, Spittelberg, Burggasse

3. 2nd District - Leopoldstadt

Set right on the Danube, between the Prater and the Augarten - urban yet green.

Advantages:

The perfect mix of green space & city proximity

More affordable entry prices

Fast-growing market for short-term rentals

Prime spots: Karmeliterviertel, Praterstraße

4. 3rd District - Landstraße

This well-connected and popular district lies between Belvedere Palace and the main train station.

Advantages:

Good infrastructure

Ideal for longer business stays

A mix of classic and modern properties

Prime spots: Rennweg, Rochusmarkt, Quartier Belvedere

5. 6th District - Mariahilf

Between shopping, culture and nightlife - a hotspot for weekend guests.

Advantages:

Right on Mariahilfer Straße

Ideal for city breakers & younger target groups

Top occupancy thanks to its central location

Prime spots: Gumpendorfer Straße, Naschmarkt

Conclusion: Vienna is diverse - and so are its Airbnb strategies

Depending on your target group, the Innere Stadt, Neubau or Leopoldstadt can all be perfect choices. What matters most is how you position your property. Arbio helps you get the most out of every district.

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