Annex or Main Building? How to Choose Your Ideal Stay at Hotel Plattenwirt

Choosing between the Annex or Main Building at Hotel Plattenwirt can shape your entire stay—whether you want a compact base near Lake Wörthersee or extra space and special features. This guide explains the differences, highlights key room categories, and shares practical tips so you can book with confidence.

Located at Friedelstrand 2–4 in Klagenfurt, just a three-minute walk from Lake Wörthersee and beside a large park, Hotel Plattenwirt pairs a superb setting with personal, family-run service. With an on-site bar, a generous breakfast buffet (vegetarian options clearly indicated), private parking by reservation (fee applies), and an EV charging point, you’ll have everything you need for a smooth city–lake break.

Quick answer: What is the Annex at Hotel Plattenwirt?

• The Annex houses the Standard Rooms (approximately 20 m²).
• Standard Rooms include practical comforts: satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, minibar, in-room safe, and a private bathroom with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
• The property is non-smoking throughout, and there is always a staff member at reception to assist.

If you’re seeking a straightforward, compact base steps from the lake and park, the Annex’s Standard Rooms fit the brief.

Beyond the Annex: Room categories with more space or features

Hotel Plattenwirt also offers a range of room types that add space, climate control, wellness touches, or outdoor access. These categories are ideal if you value specific features:

• Deluxe Rooms (≈45 m²)

  • Air-conditioned
  • Built with timber construction and completed in 2020
  • Option: Deluxe Double Room with Balcony (features one king bed and a private balcony)

• Superior Rooms (25–30 m²)

  • Air-conditioned with a walk-in (level-access) shower
  • Timber construction completed in 2020
  • Option: Superior Double Room with Street View (features one king bed)

• Business Comfort Rooms (45–50 m²)

  • Bathroom with a private steam-sauna cabin

• Large Standard Rooms (25–30 m²)

  • Steam shower, satellite TV, minibar, in-room safe, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries

• Select options for bed setup, views, and balconies

  • Twin beds: Junior Suite with Balcony; Large Double or Twin Room with Street View
  • King beds: Deluxe Double Room with Balcony; Superior Double Room with Street View
  • Private balconies: Deluxe Double Room with Balcony; Junior Suite with Balcony
  • Street-view categories: Superior Double Room with Street View; Large Double or Twin Room with Street View

All guest rooms at Hotel Plattenwirt—across categories—feature satellite TV, a tea/coffee maker, and a private bathroom with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Annex or Main Building: How to decide based on your priorities

When choosing between the Annex’s Standard Rooms and other categories, start with what matters most to you. Use the checklist below to narrow your pick.

1) Space and layout

• Pick the Annex (Standard Rooms, ≈20 m²) if you want a compact, practical base.
• Choose Deluxe (≈45 m²) or Business Comfort (45–50 m²) if you prefer generous living space.
• Consider Superior or Large Standard (25–30 m²) for a mid-size footprint.

2) Climate control

• If air conditioning is essential, select Deluxe or Superior Rooms.

3) Wellness features

• For a private steam-sauna cabin, book Business Comfort Rooms.
• For a steam shower in-room, opt for Large Standard Rooms.

4) Balcony or specific views

• Want your own outdoor space? Look for Deluxe Double Room with Balcony or Junior Suite with Balcony.
• Prefer a street view? Consider the Superior Double Room with Street View or Large Double or Twin Room with Street View.

5) Bed configuration

• Need twin beds? Choose the Junior Suite with Balcony or the Large Double or Twin Room with Street View.
• Prefer a king bed? Select the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony or Superior Double Room with Street View.

6) Budget and value

• The Annex’s Standard Rooms offer a smaller footprint and essential comforts, a sensible choice if you’ll spend most of your time by the lake or exploring Klagenfurt.
• If you’ll be relaxing in-room, the added space and features of other categories can enhance comfort and convenience.

At-a-glance comparison: Annex Standard Rooms vs. higher-category rooms

• Annex (Standard Rooms, ≈20 m²)

  • Location: Annex building
  • Highlights: Compact space with satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, minibar, in-room safe, private bathroom
  • Best for: Travelers prioritizing a practical base close to outdoor attractions

• Higher-category rooms (various sizes)

  • Examples and features:
    • Deluxe: AC; 2020 timber construction; balcony option with king bed
    • Superior: AC; 2020 timber construction; walk-in shower; street-view option with king bed
    • Business Comfort: Private steam-sauna cabin
    • Large Standard: Steam shower; minibar; in-room safe
    • Suites/others: Twin-bed options; balcony options
  • Best for: Guests seeking extra space, air conditioning, wellness features, balconies, or specific bed setups

The setting: Why location makes any choice a win

Hotel Plattenwirt sits in a prime spot for both nature and city access:

• Lake Wörthersee: About a three-minute walk; find a boat-rental station and a public beach-volleyball court at the lakeshore.
• Europapark & Minimundus: Roughly a 10-minute walk; Klagenfurt University is at the same distance.
• Getting around: A bus stop ~50 m from the hotel sends buses to Klagenfurt city centre (about 3 km) roughly every 20 minutes, taking around 15 minutes.
• Arriving by car: Use the Klagenfurt-Wörthersee exit of the A2 motorway.

On-site, enjoy a bar for anytime drinks, private parking on the premises (chargeable; advance reservation required), and an EV charging point (E‑Tankstelle). Breakfast is served as a buffet with continental selections and clearly indicated vegetarian options.

Snippet-ready FAQs

What is the Annex at Hotel Plattenwirt?

The Annex contains the Standard Rooms (≈20 m²), each with satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, minibar, in-room safe, and a private bathroom.

Which rooms have air conditioning?

Deluxe and Superior Rooms are equipped with air conditioning.

Which rooms feature steam or sauna wellness?

Business Comfort Rooms include a bathroom with a private steam-sauna cabin; Large Standard Rooms have a steam shower.

Which categories offer twin beds?

The Junior Suite with Balcony and the Large Double or Twin Room with Street View each provide two twin beds.

Which categories include a king bed?

The Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and the Superior Double Room with Street View each feature one king bed.

Do any rooms have a private balcony?

Yes. The Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and the Junior Suite with Balcony include private outdoor balconies.

Is parking available on site?

Yes. Private parking is available on the hotel premises; it is chargeable and must be reserved in advance. An EV charging station is on site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in: 15:00–23:00. Check-out: 07:00–11:00. Guests are asked to inform the hotel of their expected arrival time in advance.

Is the property non-smoking and staffed?

Yes. Hotel Plattenwirt is a smoke-free property, and there is always a staff member at reception to help with guest needs.

Practical takeaways

• Choose the Annex (Standard Rooms, ≈20 m²) for a compact, well-equipped base near the lake and park.
• Opt for Deluxe or Superior if you want air conditioning and rooms completed in 2020 with timber construction; pick Deluxe Double Room with Balcony if you want a king bed and private balcony.
• Select Business Comfort for an in-room private steam-sauna cabin.
• Pick Large Standard to enjoy a steam shower plus minibar and in-room safe in a 25–30 m² layout.
• For twin beds, book the Junior Suite with Balcony or Large Double or Twin Room with Street View.
• For street views, consider the Superior Double Room with Street View or Large Double or Twin Room with Street View.
• Breakfast is a buffet with continental items; vegetarian options are clearly indicated.
• On-site bar, EV charging, and private parking (fee; reservation required) add convenience to any room choice.

Conclusion: Book the room that matches how you travel

Whether you prefer the Annex’s streamlined Standard Rooms or a room with added space, AC, balcony, or wellness features, Hotel Plattenwirt makes it easy to tailor your stay—just steps from Lake Wörthersee and a short ride to Klagenfurt city centre.

Ready to decide? Visit the Rooms section and use the Jetzt Buchen button to secure your dates. For tailored advice, contact hotel@plattenwirt.at or +43 463 21173. Planning a surprise? Explore our Gutschein Shop for gift vouchers. And if you’re mapping your journey, see Kontakt & Anreise for directions and arrival details.