Sustainability

Our electricity exclusively comes from renewable resources. Also, we produce more than half of your energy for water heating by our own solar plant. Since 2021, we have a groundwater heat pump. Thus, Der Wilhelmshof is now carbon-neutral in heating, cooling and procuding warm water – we do not use any fossil fuels. Consequently, we could further decrease our energy consumption by 75%. Our house is excellently insulated (apart from the beautiful, structured façade which makes insulation impossible), and has three-paned insulation windows. Hotel rooms, aisles and staircases are equipped with energy-saving bulbs or LED lighting. Owing to this, Wilhelmshof is one of Vienna’s most engery-efficient hotels.

We are always on the lookout for innovations that benefit both our guests and the environment. Therefore, we have introduced micro dry steam cleaning throughout our rooms and public areas – a gentle yet powerful way to keep everything spotless. Using micro dry steam at temperatures of up to over 200 degrees Celsius, we clean thoroughly and hygienically, without a single drop of chemicals or any residues left behind. Even stubborn dirt, germs, and bacteria – hiding in the trickiest of corners – do not stand a chance. This way, we not only protect our environment but also preserve the delicate materials and surfaces throughout the hotel. And the best part? We save significant amounts of precious water with every clean. For us, it is another important step towards sustainability – and for you, it is the comforting feeling of waking up in a truly pristine room. Now that is what sustainable comfort feels like!

We prefer local and organic produce. Our assortment of teas come from Sonnentor, our juices from Höllinger and our choice of coffee specialities are from Hornig (organic and fair trade). You will find products such as “Die gute Schokolade” (which supports the reforestation of the rain forest) and Tres-Hombres rum (shipped without CO2 emission by sailing boat). We don’t want to stop our environmental commitment when it comes to culinary treats and thus we support the Initiative United against waste and produce hardly any waste.

We are fortunate to live in Europe and to run a successful business. As this makes us grateful, we love to help less fortunate people. Thus, we support some Austrian and world-wide projects with our donation budget and charity events. This comprises “Nachbar in Not” (neighbour in need), World Vision as well as very individual support and integration projects.