Just Opened – Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom, Austria

As the first Sofitel in Austria, this contemporary art hotel is now the brand's flagship property in Europe. It is set within an 18-storey glass and steel structure, with colourful animated ceilings and a kaleidoscope by Swiss artist Pipilotti Rist, and a verdant living wall designed by Patrick Blanc.

Opened 15 December

Owner Sofitel Luxury Hotels

General manager William Haandrikman

Executive chef Antoine Westermann

Designer Jean Nouvel

Bedrooms 182, including 26 suites, all in shades of white, light grey or black

Facilities include Le Loft restaurant, which serves French and Austrian dishes from Westermann who achieved three Michelin stars at his Strasbourg restaurant, spa and fitness centre

Rates from around €195 (£164) per room per night

Address Praterstrasse 1, 1020 Vienna, Austria

Telephone 0043 1 906160

Websitewww.sofitel.com