Ride with us through time and let Rebecca Kunikowski tell you more about the eventful era of Emperor Franz Joseph I, the world of horses, artists, and the remarkable moments that shaped this site.
The history of this building and its surrounding neighborhood is shaped by many defining moments. Over the centuries, this place has undergone remarkable transformations. Today, we invite you to discover the traces of its past!
For nearly three centuries, this site has had many different identities: It has been a Baroque country estate, an imperial military riding school, a stage for Vienna’s great cinema history, and a functional post-war postal garage.
Today, it is a hotel that brings history to life.
The authentic memorial plaque from 1850, which is showcased in the hotel lobby, once marked the entrance to the riding school. It still reminds us of the emperor and of the remarkable history of this place…
When Emperor Franz I purchased the palace in 1802, its purpose changed, yet it remained a place full of life. The emperor laid out an extensive orchard, soon known as the “Imperial Garden” (Kaisergarten) which supplied fresh fruit to the imperial court…
In 1918 the monarchy came to an end. The Military Riding Institute was dissolved, and the former
riding hall was given a completely new purpose: it became a movie theater…
A ‘cameo’ is a brief, often surprising appearance of a well-known person in a film.
Like those unexpected film appearances, Café Cameo invites you to dive into history and be
enchanted by its magic…
Also receive a complimentary residents drink and light bite any day between 11pm - 12pm on your stay.
