Hotels Near Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium), Graz
Sunday 8 November 2026 Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)Updated Saturday 7 November 2026
The short answer
24 hotels from our mapped pool sit within 8 km of Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium). Next up at the venue: Sturm Graz vs Red Bull Salzburg on Sunday 8 November 2026. For that night the cheapest listed room starts around A$108 per night and the median is A$161, +8% against a normal A$150 night. Rates sampled 7 Nov 2026.
Merkur Arena sits a short ride from central Graz, and that holds true for every hotel on this list: none of the 24 options are an easy walk to the stadium, with the nearest sitting 1.15 kilometres away. That is normal for this venue, built on the edge of the city rather than in the old town, so you plan for a quick ride rather than a stroll in. Hotels cluster in a band between 1.15 and 4.01 kilometres out, mixing straightforward three-star stays with a handful of four-star options, so you choose on comfort rather than proximity. Fans wanting to be close to kickoff still end up a short ride away, while anyone prioritising Graz's old town, cafes and river walks might prefer a hotel further into the four-kilometre range and treat the match as one evening of a longer city stay.
When to book
Sturm Graz have a packed run through November and December 2026, including Red Bull Salzburg on 8 November and the FA Cup tie against WSG Tirol on 28 November. With none of the 24 hotels in a walkable radius, stays nearest the 1.15 kilometre mark go first. Book early for the Celje fixture on 5 November 2026, and pair your hotel with tickets to lock in both at once.
Best areas to stay near Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)
Areas are the supplier zones our mapped hotels fall into, ordered by distance to the venue. Prices are the median event-night rate for the hotels we list in that area.
Graz
24 hotels · 1.1 to 4.1 km · 0 walkable
All 24 hotels near Merkur Arena sit within Graz itself, from 1.15 to 4.01 kilometres out, with a mix of three and four-star stays. None are walkable, so plan for a short ride on match night. Suits fans wanting solid comfort without chasing last-minute proximity, and city-stay travellers extending beyond the game.
- Event night
- A$169
- Normal night
- A$149
3 to 4 star hotels listed
Hotels near Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium), by distance
Event window 7 Nov 2026 → 9 Nov 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adultsPer-night prices are our lowest sampled rate for the event window versus a normal night three weeks out. Walking times use about 12 minutes per kilometre over a street route 30% longer than a straight line. Anything over 15 minutes is shown as a ride.
| Hotel | Area | Distance | Stars | Event night | Normal night | Cancellation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Plaza Inn Graz The closest hotel to Merkur Arena at 1.15 kilometres, a short ride away, four-star comfort in Graz. 8.8/10 guest score · 4 reviews | Graz | ~5 min ride 1.1 km | 4 | A$144 | A$108 | See rates | View rates |
 PLAZA INN Graz City A four-star sister property 1.55 kilometres from the stadium, a quick ride on match night. | Graz | ~7 min ride 1.6 km | 4 | A$164 | A$108 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Hotel CenterCourt Three-star option 1.67 kilometres from the arena, handy for a straightforward match-night stay. | Graz | ~7 min ride 1.7 km | 3 | A$184 | Not yet | See rates | View rates |
 Ibis Styles Graz Messe Ibis Styles sits 1.89 kilometres from Merkur Arena, a reliable three-star base for fixture nights. | Graz | ~8 min ride 1.9 km | 3 | A$158 | A$127 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Blackhome Graz A three-star stay 2.29 kilometres from the stadium, a short ride into central Graz too. | Graz | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 3 | A$181 | A$162 | See rates | View rates |
 B&B Hotel Graz City-Süd This B&B sits 2.34 kilometres from the arena, simple and practical for a one-night stopover. BNB | Graz | ~9 min ride 2.3 km | 3 | A$108 | A$119 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Gollner Four-star Gollner is 2.4 kilometres from Merkur Arena, a comfortable short ride on match day. | Graz | ~9 min ride 2.4 km | 4 | A$239 | A$210 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Boutique Hotel Dom - Rooms & Suites This boutique apart-hotel sits 2.88 kilometres out, suited to those wanting character over proximity. Apart-hotel | Graz | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 4 | A$230 | A$225 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Der Marienhof Hotel Garni Four-star Garni stay 2.89 kilometres from the stadium, a quiet base a short ride from the action. | Graz | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 4 | A$187 | A$176 | See rates | View rates |
 Parkhotel Graz - Traditional Luxury Traditional four-star Parkhotel, 2.91 kilometres from Merkur Arena, a short ride on event nights. | Graz | ~11 min ride 2.9 km | 4 | A$253 | A$196 | See rates | View rates |
| Graz | ~11 min ride 3.0 km | 3 | A$146 | A$146 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Palais Hotel Erzherzog Johann Elegant four-star Palais hotel 3.13 kilometres away, better suited to a city stay than a quick dash to kickoff. 9.0/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Graz | ~11 min ride 3.1 km | 4 | A$208 | A$174 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Mariahilf Three-star Mariahilf sits 3.26 kilometres from the arena, a short ride for match night. | Graz | ~12 min ride 3.3 km | 3 | A$129 | A$136 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 NH Graz City NH Graz City is 3.27 kilometres out, four-star comfort with easy access to the wider city. 10.0/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Graz | ~12 min ride 3.3 km | 4 | A$174 | A$158 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Graz | ~12 min ride 3.3 km | 3 | A$192 | A$251 | See rates | View rates | |
 Schlossberghotel 10.0/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Graz | ~12 min ride 3.5 km | 3 | A$234 | A$272 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Graz | ~13 min ride 3.6 km | 4 | A$120 | A$136 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Graz | ~13 min ride 3.6 km | 3 | A$194 | Not yet | See rates | View rates | |
| Graz | ~13 min ride 3.8 km | 4 | A$137 | A$136 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Graz | ~13 min ride 3.8 km | 4 | A$177 | A$153 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Graz | ~14 min ride 3.9 km | 4 | A$145 | A$117 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Daniel Graz 9.4/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Graz | ~14 min ride 3.9 km | 4 | A$132 | A$109 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Graz | ~14 min ride 4.0 km | 3 | A$134 | A$115 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Graz | ~14 min ride 4.1 km | 4 | A$157 | A$201 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
Map: Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium) and the listed hotels
Getting to Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)
Tram line 4 stops right outside the arena
The stadium is served directly by tram line 4 of Holding Graz Linien at the Stadion Liebenau stop, which is located right in front of the venue. This is the main public transport link to the arena, including for Merkur Arena events and ice hockey at the adjoining Merkur Eisstadion.
Source: www.mcg.at, www.graztourismus.at
Extra trams run before and after big events
On match and event days, Holding Graz Linien runs additional shuttle trams between Jakominiplatz and the stadium, turning at the old line 4 terminus directly in front of the venue. Fans travelling by tram with a valid match ticket have also been able to ride free for a window either side of kick off.
Source: de.wikipedia.org, www.weltfussball.at
Nearby S-Bahn stops serve the stadium
Ostbahnhof is a long distance and regional railway station on the S3 and S31 suburban lines and lies about nine hundred and fifty metres from the stadium. A dedicated on-demand S-Bahn halt beside the venue, Graz Liebenau-Stadion, is also used by S3 trains around Sturm Graz home matches.
Source: www.mcg.at, de.wikipedia.org
On-site stadium car parks are limited
The venue has its own car parks with six hundred and forty spaces, around four hundred and eighty of them covered, and parking is subject to a fee. Early arrival or travel by public transport is advised because on-site capacity is limited relative to the crowd size.
Source: www.graztourismus.at, www.mcg.at
Park and Ride at Murpark links by tram
Spectators can park at the Park and Ride facility at the Murpark shopping centre and continue to the stadium on tram line 4, a short three stop ride, or walk roughly fifteen minutes to the venue. The Murpark public car park is noted as closing overnight, so drivers should plan their return accordingly.
Source: www.mcg.at, fk-austria.at
Drivers should exit the A2 at Graz Ost
By car the recommended route is via the A2 motorway, leaving at the Graz Ost junction onto Liebenauer Hauptstrasse, which leads directly to the stadium. From the city centre the stadium can also be reached via Münzgrabenstrasse or Conrad von Hötzendorf Strasse heading south.
Source: www.mcg.at, de.wikipedia.org
What hotels cost on the event night
Based on 24 hotels within 8 km that returned a rate for 7 Nov 2026 → 9 Nov 2026 (2 adults) compared with the same hotels three weeks from today. The lowest event-night rate we found was A$108 per night. Sampled 7 Nov 2026; live rates at checkout may differ.
Upcoming at Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are within walking distance of Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)?
None of the 24 mapped hotels is within a comfortable walk; the nearest sits 1.1 km away, so plan on transport for the event.
How much do hotels near Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium) cost on the event night?
Across 24 hotels within 8 km, the median rate for 7 Nov 2026 is A$161 per night for two adults, compared with A$150 on a normal night (+8%). The lowest listed rate is A$108 at B&B Hotel Graz City-Süd.
When is Sturm Graz vs Red Bull Salzburg at Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)?
Sturm Graz vs Red Bull Salzburg is scheduled for Sunday 8 November 2026 at 18:00 local time (Austrian Bundesliga). Tickets start from EUR 112. Suggested hotel dates are the night before and the night of the event (7 Nov 2026 → 9 Nov 2026).
Which area is best to stay in for Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium)?
Stay as close as your budget allows. None of the listed hotels is within a 15 minute walk, so plan a short ride after the event. Hotels further into Graz are usually cheaper on the event night and still a short ride away. The areas section above lists each zone with its distance band and median event-night price.
Can I book a hotel near Merkur Arena (ex UPC Arena Liebenauer Stadium) with free cancellation?
17 of the 24 listed hotels returned at least one free-cancellation rate for the event window. Refundable rates are usually a little higher than the lead rate; the hotel page shows both.
Can I book hotel and event tickets together?
Yes. Event Escapes sells tickets and hotels for Graz events, and packages combine the two with pay-weekly instalments where available.
Keep planning
Hotel distances are straight-line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Event-night and normal-night prices are the lowest rates our systems sampled for two adults on the dates shown and include our service fee; live availability and prices at checkout may differ. Event details come from the ticketing feed.