Am Schottenpoint History: Around 1155 the Babenberg Duke Henry II. called irish monks to the Danube but the viennese people always named them "die Schotten" (the Scots). This designation has been maintained and kept alive in the names of many streets and houses. The name "Am Schottenpoint" (Scot´s hill) can be traced to that origin too. The hotel "Am Schottenpoint" is situated right in the center, in the University Quater of Vienna, and thus offers an ideal starting point for visits of the historic and cultural sights of the city. The Old Town with St. Stephan´s Cathedral and all the famous buildings around the so called "Ring" - street are located within a short walking distance and it also needs only a few minutes to reach the next stops of tram, bus and underground.