The ibis Wels welcomes you on Maria-Theresia-Straße, near the Wels Zoo and in close proximity to the Wels Exhibition Center. The city center is about a 15-minute walk away. Experience restful sleep in 116 rooms at ibis Wels, all equipped with "ibis Sweet Bed" box-spring beds. If you are arriving by car, paid parking is available in the underground garage. From there, you have direct access to the hotel. We also offer barrier-free access to the hotel and, upon request, barrier-free rooms. Our Welcome Lounge with lobby bar is open 24 hours a day. The warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere at ibis Wels will make you feel right at home.
The entire hotel is air-conditioned and equipped with free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Our 116 non-smoking rooms are spread across four floors. All rooms are accessible, and four rooms have wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The modern and stylish furnishings will make you feel right at home, providing a relaxing retreat after a busy workday or a day of sightseeing during your stay in Wels.
To help you start your day off right, ibis Wels offers a balanced breakfast with many vegan and vegetarian options. A variety of teas and coffees are also available. Gluten-free pastries are available upon request.
Our hotel also features Charlie's Corner restaurant, which serves delicious dishes Monday through Friday. Enjoy regional specialties as well as international cuisine.
You can unwind in our hotel bar, open 24/7, with a refreshing drink or a sundowner.
To end your day, relax and enjoy the evening with a refreshing drink or a sundowner.
The ibis Wels offers a variety of options to help you start your day off right.
The ibis Wels offers a variety of options to help you start your day right. .
Get ready for a great start to your day with a delicious breakfast, including many vegan and vegetarian options, and we offer a variety of teas and coffees. ... ### Directions
Arrival by car: Wels West exit
By train: Wels train station - Bus line 1: Bauernstraße stop
By taxi: From the train station, the cost is approximately €12-15.
We adhere to a strict zero-single-use plastic policy in our hotel and therefore do not use any single-use plastic items. A large portion of the products in our kitchen come from regional and sustainable sources, and we take active measures to prevent food waste. Your breakfast coffee is organic and Fair Trade certified.
Whether you are coming to Wels for business or pleasure, there is always something to experience. To give you a taste of what to expect, we have compiled a list of sights that you shouldn't miss. Our reception staff will be happy to provide you with further recommendations.
Maria-Theresia-Straße 33, 4600 Wels https://www.wels.gv.at/lebensbereiche/leben-in-wels/tiere/tiergarten-wels/ Wels Zoo is a popular destination for visitors who want to discover the diversity of native and exotic wildlife. With 650 animals of various species spread across 28,000 m², the zoo offers a fascinating opportunity to experience nature up close. In addition to the animal enclosures, there are also playgrounds, picnic areas, and cafés, making the visit particularly enjoyable for families. Admission is free.
Wels Exhibition Center Messeplatz 1, 4600 Wels https://messe-wels.at/ne13/?pn=1 The Wels Exhibition Center is located near the ibis Wels and can be reached on foot in 10 minutes. The Wels Exhibition Center hosts major annual events such as the "webuild" energy-saving trade fair, "moto-austria," and the Pferd Wels equestrian show, attracting numerous visitors to both the trade and public days.
Wels Castle Burggasse 13, 4600 Wels
https://www.wels.gv.at/lebensbereiche/bildung-und-kultur/museen-in-wels/burg-wels/ Wels Castle is an impressive historical landmark located in the southeast of the city center, boasting a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Today, Wels Castle serves as a regional museum with various exhibitions. It houses the Austrian Pastry Museum and the Museum of Expellees. Furthermore, Wels Castle contains collections on local and agricultural history.
Ledererturm
City Square 58, 4600 Wels
https://www.wels.at/welsmarketing/tourismusregion/sightseeing/sehenswuerdigkeiten/oesterreich-poi/detail/400641/ledererturm.html The Ledererturm in Wels is the city's most famous landmark, steeped in history. Originally built as one of four towers of the city's fortifications, it now serves as a museum of historical toys and as the Christ Child's living room during the Christmas season. In the latter, children can write a personal letter to the Christ Child. The tower can only be viewed from the outside and is open exclusively during the Christmas season.
Welios Science Center
Weliosplatz 1, 4600 Wels https://www.welios.at/ At the Welios Science Center, experience natural sciences, mathematics, technology, and computer science in a vivid and engaging way with a wide variety of hands-on experiments in a permanent exhibition. In addition, changing special exhibitions offer even more fun and excitement for scientific topics.
Welser Traunauen Along the Traun River, you can explore the nature surrounding Wels on winding paths and hike in the beautiful Welser Traunauen. Relax in the tranquil natural surroundings of Wels.
Welldorado Wels Rosenauer Straße 70, 4600 Wels https://www.wels.gv.at/lebensbereiche/freizeit-und-sport/welldorado/ For a relaxing break, you should definitely visit Welldorado Wels. Whether you're visiting alone or with the whole family, there's something for everyone. There's an indoor pool, a spacious outdoor pool with four sections (open in summer), and a sauna area of approximately 2,000 m². You can also book various massage and beauty treatments at Welldorado.
Media Culture House – Old Savings Bank Polheimer Straße 17, 4600 Wels https://www.medienkulturhaus.at/ The Media Culture House in Wels is located in the Old Savings Bank building and is an important center for media and culture, offering a diverse range of events and exhibitions – especially for the promotion of youth culture. It serves as a meeting place for artists, media professionals, and culture enthusiasts, fostering exchange and discussion about contemporary media and art forms.
Horse Racing Track Rosenau Horse Racing Track, 4600 Wels https://welser-trabrennbahn.wixsite.com/trabrennbahn Horse racing is one of the oldest sports and has always fascinated participants and spectators alike. The Wels Horse Racing Club was founded in 1892. During the summer and autumn seasons, you can watch an average of eight horse races per race day and place bets. The most striking feature of harness racing is the sulky, in which the driver, closely following his horse, thunders around the track at speeds of up to 60 km/h. Harness racing is not only driven, but also ridden.
In the summer, the harness racing track also serves as a venue for open-air concerts.
The Wels Zoo is a park and zoo located in the city of Wels. It is the oldest zoo in Upper Austria, covering 28,000 m² and home to 650 animals. A wonderful place to enjoy nature and animals.
Welios is Austria's first science center, covering 3,000 m². This science center is an interactive museum with over 120 hands-on exhibits and offers displays on science and technology.
The Leatherworkers' Tower was built in the 13th century, first documented in 1326, and rebuilt in 1619. The tower's current form dates back to this period. The leatherworkers' guild, which was located in the western suburb in the immediate vicinity of the tower, gave it its name.
The Bavarian dukes of the Agilolfing dynasty built Wels Castle to protect the Traun crossing; its origins are unclear. Located in the southeast corner of the walled medieval town, the castle is first mentioned in connection with the settlement of Wels in 776.
