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Where to stay for the Austrian Grand Prix
Sunday December 6 2026
What to expect in this guide
• Where should you base yourself for the Austrian Grand Prix?
• Which hotels are worth considering in Vienna?
• Which hotels are worth considering in Graz?
• What about staying closer to the circuit?
• Is camping at the circuit a good option?
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The Red Bull Ring is in the countryside, with limited accommodation in Spielberg itself. A small number of hotels are within close range of the circuit, including one at the circuit itself, but availability is the catch. After years of booking trips for fans, I’ve found these rooms are almost always pre-booked by teams, F1 personnel, and the media well before they reach the public.
Most fans base themselves further away and travel to the circuit each day.
The three main options are Vienna, Graz, and a chalet or holiday home in the Styrian countryside. Camping at the circuit is also popular.
Vienna
Vienna gives you the widest choice of hotels at every price level. It’s also one of the most rewarding cities in Europe to spend a few extra days in. The drive to the Red Bull Ring is just over two hours, so plan for early starts and late finishes on race days.
Hotels in Vienna:
Radisson Blu Style Hotel
Hotel Kaiserhof Wien
Graz
Graz is about an hour from the circuit, which makes it the more practical base. The choice of hotels is smaller than Vienna, but covers most budgets. The city also runs a Formula 1 themed fan event during race week.
Hotels in Graz:
Austria Trend Hotel Europa Graz
Radisson Hotel Graz
Chalets and holiday homes in Styria
Styria has a high number of holiday homes and chalets, mostly aimed at the winter ski season. Since the Grand Prix is in summer, rates are often lower and availability is better than in winter.
Properties worth considering:
Club Hotel am Kreischberg
Woody Park Chalet
Camping at the circuit
Several campsites operate at the Red Bull Ring, and some offer pre-pitched tents so you don’t need to bring your own gear.
The campsites vary in atmosphere. Some can be rowdy. If you want somewhere quieter, or you’re travelling with family, it’s worth doing some research before booking.
FAQ's
Most fans base themselves in Vienna or Graz, or stay in a chalet or holiday home in the Styrian countryside. Camping at the circuit is also popular.
Graz is closer to the circuit, at around an hour by road. Vienna has a wider choice of hotels and more to do in the evenings, but the drive to the Red Bull Ring is just over two hours.
There's limited hotel accommodation in Spielberg itself. Most fans stay further away in Vienna or Graz, or take a chalet in the surrounding countryside.
Yes, if it suits you. There's a strong camping scene at the Red Bull Ring, and some sites offer pre-pitched tents. Atmospheres vary, so check before you book if you want somewhere quieter.
Yes. Booking early gives you the most choice and the best rates.
Money-saving tip
Look at chalets and holiday homes in Styria
Most Austrian chalets are aimed at the winter ski season. The Grand Prix runs in summer, when rates are often lower and availability is better. For a group, a chalet often works out cheaper per person than hotel rooms.
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