Built in 1876, the privately run Hotel Sacher Wien stands in the heart of Vienna, opposite the Opera House. It is a favorite meeting place for the city s high society, artists, and politicians. Air-conditioned guest rooms feature silk wall coverings, valuable carpets, authentic baroque furniture, and original paintings by 19th-century masters, as well as contemporary amenities including cable television with CNN, modem connection, and fax machine for in-room use upon request. Honored as second-best hotel in the world by Leaders Club members.