Important Dates
| Submission deadline | September 15, 2025 |
| Notification of acceptance | January 31, 2026 |
CORE Ranking A*
The IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) is the flagship annual event of the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society and the largest gathering of robotics researchers in the world, consistently drawing more than 8,000 attendees. The program spans manipulation, locomotion, aerial and underwater robotics, human-robot interaction, autonomous vehicles, surgical robotics, perception, planning, and control, with thousands of peer-reviewed paper presentations complemented by workshops, tutorials, and live robot demonstrations on the exhibition floor. ICRA 2026 takes place at Messe Wien, placing the conference in one of Europe’s most historically rich and well-connected capital cities, with direct flights from major hubs worldwide and a compact, walkable city centre.
Venue
Messe Wien Exhibition and Congress Center
Messeplatz 1, 1021 Wien, Austria
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Our picks for ICRA 2026 attendees
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Hotel Erzherzog Rainer
Wiedner Hauptstrasse 27‑29, 1040 Vienna
Traditional Viennese hospitality: Open for over 100 years, this historic hotel combines imperial charm with modern conveniences. Rooms include bath or shower,...
Hotel Beethoven Wien
Papagenogasse 6, 1060 Vienna
Artistic boutique hotel: This renovated townhouse on a quiet street near Naschmarkt and Theater an der Wien blends classical charm with modern...
Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Kaerntner Ring 1, 1010 Vienna
Historic elegance opposite the Opera: Adjacent to the Vienna State Opera, this landmark hotel offers historic charm with modern luxurytravelweekly.com. Rooms feature...
Hotel Imperial, Luxury Collection Hotel
Kaerntner Ring 16, 1015 Vienna
Palatial luxury in a former palace: This opulent hotel occupies a 19th‑century palace on the Ringstrasse. It boasts baroque interiors, a notable...
Hotel Papageno
Wiedner Hauptstrasse 23‑25, 1040 Vienna
Classic charm with modern comforts: Set in a historic building from 1920, this hotel offers spacious rooms with balconies or terraces, minibars...
Hotel Secession an der Oper
Getreidemarkt 5, 1060 Vienna
Friendly hotel near Naschmarkt: This 4‑star hotel offers a warm welcome with 24‑hour reception and a cosy bar. Guests enjoy a substantial...
Hotel Johann Strauss
Favoritenstrasse 12, 1040 Vienna
Viennese charm with a musical touch: This boutique 4‑star hotel celebrates the legacy of Johann Strauss with elegantly furnished rooms, sustainable comfort...
Hotel Kaiserhof Wien
Frankenberggasse 10, 1040 Vienna
Classic elegance with modern comfort: This family‑run hotel sits on a quiet street near the State Opera and Karlsplatz, offering elegantly appointed...
Motel One Wien‑Staatsoper
Elisabethstrasse 5, 1010 Vienna
Chic budget stay: Located just behind the Vienna State Opera, this design‑focused hotel offers compact rooms with contemporary décor and easy access...