Originally built as a palace in 1727 before becoming an equestrian academy under Emperor Franz Joseph I, the Imperial Riding School Hotel in Vienna blends heritage and charm for a one-of-a-kind stay. With 342 guest rooms, a wellness area with a pool and access to the city’s largest private garden, the hotel, which is part of the Autograph Collection, was redesigned with English interior design firm Goddard Littlefair and Vienna-based BWM Designers & Architects. Culinary offerings include Elstar, a restaurant named for an apple variety grown on site, serving fresh takes on traditional Austrian dishes, and the Farrier Bar. Rooms from $278. imperialridingschool.com