Spittelberg: Advent in the Neighbourhood
Just a short walk away, Vienna reveals its creative side. Once home to a thriving community of artisans, Spittelberg’s cobbled streets now wind past studios, galleries and independent boutiques. During Advent, the historic Biedermeier streets are transformed into the Spittelberg Christmas market: over 100 stalls offering arts and crafts and gifts far removed from mass-produced goods. Less spectacle, more neighbourhood spirit. And with a bit of luck, you’ll find exactly the right present here – one that nobody else will have under their tree.
It is right here, just a few steps from the MuseumsQuartier, that the Miiro Spittelberg has found its home. The neighbourhood’s artisanal heritage runs through the entire building. The 132 rooms and suites combine clean lines and natural materials with local art and bespoke sculptures, whilst warm tones meet bold splashes of colour. In the lobby, it’s worth looking up: there, an abstract ceiling mural by the Viennese artist Flowsofly takes pride of place. At the heart of the hotel is the Poco, a restaurant and bar in one. During the day, coffee is served as a tribute to Viennese coffee house culture; in the evening, pizza and pasta from the open kitchen are accompanied by Spritz and natural wine. So Miiro speaks Italian fluently in both of its hotels.
