
The historic Hotel will continue to fly The Luxury Collection flag under a New long-term management agreement with Al Habtoor Group.
Hotel Imperial is the fifth Starwood property in the Group's portfolio of 14 world-class hotels, joining the newly opened The St Regis Dubai, as well as the upcoming W Dubai - Al Habtoor City, The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City and The St. Regis Dubai, Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club.
Built in 1863 as Prince Philipp of Württemberg's Viennese residence, Hotel Imperial was transformed into a hotel to accommodate visitors of the 1873 World's Fair. Situated on the iconic Ringstrasse (Ring Boulevard) in the city's center, Hotel Imperial occupies a prime location at Kärntner Ring 16. The luxury hotel is next to the legendary Musikverein concert hall and a short walk from attractions such as the Vienna State Opera, Kunsthistorisches Museum and Secession Building.
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