An original Wurttemberg palace, inaugurated in 1873 by Emperor Franz Joseph I, Hotel Imperial is located approximately 10 meters from Ringstrasse and 12 miles from Vienna Airport. It's also a short walk from Musikverein (concert hall) Casino Austria, and the State Opera House. Guests can enjoy the fitness room and sauna on the sixth floor. The Restaurant Imperial offers award-winning Austrian specialties and creative international cuisine. Cafe Imperial is the gathering place of choice for music enthusiasts. Maria Theresia Bar is also on site and has a piano. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service, butler service, 24-hour concierge service, dry cleaning, a doorman, and a hair salon. Guests are even given a fruit basket upon arrival, and can utilize an in-house theater ticket agency. All rooms have dataports, dual-line telephones, voicemail, individual climate control, and minibars.