Privately owned, this wonderful hotel is located directly opposite the State Opera House in the heart of the Old City, close to the Hofburg. Opened in 1876, the Sacher is a luxurious hotel decorated in the grand style with a wealth of splendid antiques and over 1,000 original paintings, making it the largest private picture gallery in Austria. Lunch and dinner are served in the ‘Anna Sacher’ restaurant whilst the highly acclaimed and atmospheric ‘Rote Bar Restaurant’ with its covered terrace is open from noon until midnight. The world famous Sachertorte, a mouthwatering chocolate cake, may be enjoyed in the ‘Café Sacher’ or rge recently addded ‘Sacher Eck’ . There are 150 beautifully furnished rooms and a spa offering unique chocolate treatments.