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Airbnb in Vienna: Which districts are particularly worthwhile for landlords?

March 15, 2024

Vienna attracts millions of visitors year after year — from tourists to business guests. Anyone who owns an apartment in Vienna can earn high income through Airbnb rentals. But in which districts is it particularly worthwhile?

Airbnb in Vienna: Which districts are particularly worthwhile for landlords?

Vienna attracts millions of visitors year after year — from tourists to business guests. Anyone who owns an apartment in Vienna can earn high income through Airbnb rentals. But in which districts is it particularly worthwhile?

1st district — inner city

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

Advantages:

Maximum willingness to pay

Exclusive location with many sights

High booking rate among business guests and tourists

Top location: Graben, Kärntner Straße, Stephansplatz

7th district — Neubau

Creative, alternative, hip — the 7th district attracts young travelers, digital nomads and expats.

Advantages:

Popular with modern target groups

Close to Mariahilfer Straße

Stylish apartments perform particularly well

Top location: Museumsquartier, Spittelberg, Burggasse

2nd district — Leopoldstadt

Located right on the Danube, between Prater and Augarten — urban but green.

Advantages:

Perfect mix of local recreation & proximity to the city

Cheaper entry prices

Rapidly growing market for short-term rentals

Top location: Karmeliterviertel, Praterstraße

3rd district — Landstraße

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

Advantages:

Good infrastructure

Ideal for longer business stays

A mix of classic and modern real estate

Top location: Rennweg, Rochusmarkt, Quartier Belvedere

6th district — Mariahilf

Between shopping, culture and nightlife — a hotspot for weekend visitors.

Advantages:

Right on Mariahilfer Straße

Ideal for city travelers & young target groups

Top occupancy due to central location

Top location: Gumpendorfer Straße, Naschmarkt

Conclusion: Vienna is diverse — and so are the Airbnb strategies

Depending on the target group, both the inner city and Neubau or Leopoldstadt can be perfect. The positioning of your accommodation is crucial. Arbio helps you get the best out of every district.