We arrived at Le Méridien Vienna feeling excited, especially after being told we were getting a room upgrade. Unfortunately, that was where the good part of the experience ended. What followed was far from a true 5-star stay.
Room & Facilities Issues:
The fridge didn’t work, and we had to contact reception twice before anyone came to fix it.
The TV remote wasn’t working.
The jacuzzi was dirty, with sand and debris inside. We reported it on the first day and were told that the entire spa — including the jacuzzi — would be cleaned the next day. After the “cleaning,” it was still full of sand and dirt.
Our room had stairs before resching it on the floorr which made it extremely impractical to move suitcases around.
Spa & Safety Concerns:
I actually got stuck inside the sauna because the door wouldn’t open. When we mentioned this, the spa manager casually said that “if you get stuck, just yell and I’ll come open it.” Not exactly reassuring and certainly not what you expect in a luxury hotel.
Service Issues:
We received no help with our suitcases when we arrived.
Amenities were only provided on request, meaning you don’t get anything unless you specifically ask — something I’ve never experienced in a hotel claiming to be 5-star.
Overall, the hotel seriously needs to rethink both its maintenance standards and customer service. The experience did not come close to the level of quality or comfort expected from a 5-star property. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend