We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Merano, Italy. We have also included accommodation in villas, apartments, historic buildings, "pensions", guest houses, monasteries, old châteaus, romantic hotels, residences and "relais" (mansions). Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated November 2023.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great location. Popular among couples. Villa Tivoli is an elegant Art Nouveau building, set amongst a vast Mediterranean park with terraces, a herb and vegetable garden and a large swimming pool. Outdoor parking is free, and a garage is also available on request. The rooms are uniquely decorated, and come with a terrace or balcony overlooking the mountains and the valley. Fresh fruit awaits you on arrival in your room The property is located in the orange-coloured zone of the town. You can follow the orange arrows to the hotel. Take one of the free bikes and explore the surrounding area, rich in natural beauty. The library has free Internet access and is a great place to relax. A sauna is also available. A generous breakfast is served daily, and in summer it can be enjoyed on the terrace.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Merano.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great views. Castel Fragsburg enjoys panoramic mountain views from its verandas and decks. Immersed in the nature on the sunny mountainside, it offers a wellness centre and gourmet cuisine. This former hunting castle features a unique, luxurious atmosphere. It is one of the smallest, yet most exclusive hotels in the Alps. The property boasts a large garden with a heated outdoor pool and the Spa Castellum Natura wellness centre. Here guests can enjoy various treatments and massages,a sauna, a Turkish Bath, a panoramic lodge with a wooden bath tub and many other amenities. The gourmet restaurant serves traditional and Mediterranean cuisine featuring local produce. It overlooks the valley of Merano. Relais & Chateaux Hotel Castel Fragsburg is only 15 minutes by car from the centre of Merano. Bolzano and the A22 motorway are about 30 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great views. Set in a large quiet park in a residential area, Villa Eden boasts a high quality spa offering medical and wellness treatments. The complex has free indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and rooms overlooking the South Tyrolean Alps and local vineyards. Breakfast is a varied buffet, and the à la carte restaurant serves carefully selected specialities. The Longevity Medical & SPA Centre has been operating for more than 40 years, offering medical diagnose tests, check-ups, as well as detox, anti-aging, antistress, remise en forme treatments. Guests can book detox treatments and personal wellness programmes. Facilities include an indoor pool, outdoor seasonal pool, outdoor sauna (active all-year round), hot tub, infra-red cabins, and a fitness studio with Technogym machines. Rooms have an elegant feel. Each includes a satellite TV with Sky channels, carpeted floors and a balcony. The bathroom comes with hairdryer and bathrobes and slippers. Wi-Fi is free. The rustic reading room features a fireplace. With free on-site parking, Villa Eden is situated 25 km from Bolzano. Free excursions to the surrounding areas are available.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most elegant boutique hotels in Merano.
Boutique hotel.Great bar. With panoramic mountain views, Ansitz Plantitscherhof is 15 minutes' walk from Merano centre. It offers gourmet cuisine, excellent wellness facilities and a rooftop terrace with hot tub. Rooms at Hotel Ansitz Plantitscherhof are modern and comfortable with toiletries and a flat-screen TV offering over 100 satellite channels. Most rooms have a balcony. At the spa, you can relax in the indoor swimming pool, hot tubs, steam baths and saunas. A range of relaxing massages and beauty treatments are also available. A varied buffet breakfast is served in the dining hall with spectacular views across Merano and the Passer River. The restaurant offers dishes made from home-grown produce and a list of fine wines. Just 10 minutes' walk from the Botanical Gardens, the hotel can organise guided mountain walks and Nordic walking tours. Bikes are free to rent on site and the Merano 2000 ski slopes are 10 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely interior design. NEW!!!!OPENING END OF MAY 2023!!!!!New Design Suites & Breakfast in a 129-year-old villa only a 5-minute walk from Downtown Merano! Villa Helvetia in Merano's villa district offers mountain views, a park, an outdoor Jacuzzi and an outdoor sauna (Finnish and organic), a lounge area in the Wintergarten, a terrace, and an Honesty Bar for a fee. Wi-Fi, private parking at the bed & breakfast, and a small afternoon buffet are free. A breakfast with regional à la carte dishes and continental and Italian dishes is served every morning. In the evening, the excellent restaurants in the area tempt you with crispy pizzas, hearty South Tyrolean dishes, and light Mediterranean dishes. Superior suites have one room with a king-size bed, allergy-free mattresses and linen provided, air-conditioning, wood floors, a desk, digital-sat TV, a self-filling minibar, an espresso maker, a kettle, various teas, a telephone, a radio, a laptop safe, a separate toilet with bidet, a shower, complimentary amenities, flip-flops, a hairdryer, and a spa bag and bathrobes and sauna towels to borrow. The deluxe suites have two rooms, a king-size bed in a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed, allergy-free mattresses and linen are provided, air conditioning, a wooden floor, a desk, digital satellite TV, a minibar for self-filling, an espresso machine, a kettle, a selection of teas, telephone, radio, a laptop safe, a separate toilet with bidet, a shower, complimentary amenities, flip-flops, a hairdryer and a wellness bag and bathrobes and sauna towels to borrow. At Villa Helvetia, you can trampoline or play table tennis, or go hiking, mountain biking, or skiing in the surroundings. Maia Bassa Train Station is 0.5 km from the accommodation and Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens can be reached within 2.8 km. The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport, 24 km from Villa Helvetia. The accommodation offers an airport shuttle service for a fee. You will be spoiled with a breakfast of quality South Tyrolean products, Italian specialties, and homemade vegan delicacies here. Maia Bassa train station is 1 km away. The free ski bus to the Merano 2000 slopes stops 200 metres away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Merano's Hotel Pienzenau offers a gourmet restaurant and a wellness area with an indoor swimming pool. The garden with gazebo is complete with a heated swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. All rooms at Hotel Pienzenau Am Schlosspark come with a private balcony and an LCD TV with more than 100 satellite channels. Each elegant room is decorated with attention to detail and has carpeted or wooden floors. The rose-themed hotel is located in Merano Alta, famous for its villas and 2 km from the historic centre and the Terme Merano spa. On-site parking is free. The restaurant serves local specialities with a Mediterranean flare and a selected list of wines. Gourmet dietary or gluten-free menus are prepared on request. A generous buffet breakfast is served daily, and can be enjoyed on the sun terrace in summer.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Merano.
Apartment hotel.Hip. Superb interior design. Offering free WiFi, private parking and a terrace, the recently renovated property of Residence Rösch, offers rooms in Merano, 60 metres from Kunst Merano Arte and 300 metres from Merano Theatre. The property has mountain and city views, and is 200 metres from Women’s Museum. The aparthotel features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. The units at the aparthotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Each unit comes with a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the aparthotel. There is a coffee shop on-site. For guests with children, Residence Rösch offers a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a bicycle rental service. Popular points of interest near Residence Rösch include Princes'Castle, Main train station and Parc Elizabeth. The nearest airport is Bolzano, 30 km from the aparthotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is likely one of the coolest, most historic and stylish apartment hotels in Merano! AMAZING.
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great value. Elegant yet casual, traditional and comfortable, Villa Bavaria welcomes you to the unique atmosphere of South Tirol, nestled between Austria and Italy. The Villa Bavaria is centrally located in a peaceful neighborhood near the centre of town, where you can admire the Museum of Tourism and the Botanical Gardens in the Trauttmansdorff Castle. Back at the Bavaria, relax in the romantic garden with palm trees and cedars, enjoying a mild climate throughout the year. Villa Bavaria also offers a cosy restaurant. We do not offer dinner during winter and the wellness area remains closed.Show full description
Offering an outdoor pool and Merano Benefit Card (free use of all public transportations and free entry in up to 90 museums), Hotel Villa Freiheim is located in Merano, 5 minutes' drive from the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle and 4 km from the Merano 2000 ski area. Free WiFi access is available. Apartments are located in the adjacent Villa Elisabeth, and include a kitchenette. A hearty sweet and savory breakfast with regional and organic breakfast can be enjoyed in the morning. Rooms come with parquet floors and include satellite TV, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A spa and wellness centre with a sauna. Massages and relaxing treatments can be booked on request. Guests of the Villa Freiheim also have access to a garden and a games room for children. Hiking and mountain biking trails of various difficulty levels are located in the surroundings. The property offers free parking.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great value. Popular among couples. Hotel Zima is less than 2 km from Merano's centre, and close to the botanical gardens of Trauttmansdorff. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, and free Wi-Fi in the lobby. The rooms enjoy mountain views and some have a private balcony. The rooms are classically decorated, with soft carpeted floors and wooden furniture. Each features a satellite flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with bath or shower. A generous breakfast is served daily, and you can enjoy it out on the terrace in fine weather. The buffet includes fresh fruit, homemade cakes, and a selection of organic items. You have free use of the swimming pool, hot tub, infrared cabin and gym. Pool towels are provided.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Gorgeous surroundings. Located in a quiet, green area on the outskirts of Meran, Gästehaus Salvatorianerinnen offers rooms in a catholic monastery. The gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle and the Merano 2000 ski area are within 3 km. The simple but modern rooms feature views of the surrounding mountains and the village of Tirol, and include free WiFi and wooden floors. The private bathroom includes a shower. Some rooms come with a balcony. A sweet and savoury breakfast buffet with home made fruit juices and herbal teas is served in the morning. The Salvatorianerinnen produces fruits and vegetables, which can be enjoyed on site. The property features a chapel, a garden, and a common room. A library and a luggage deposit are also available. Free private parking is offered on site.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most creative, cosy and relaxing boutique hotels in Merano! It also has beautiful surroundings. AMAZING.
Cool. Featuring a free outdoor pool, Hotel Pension Verdorfer has rooms with a balcony overlooking the Texel mountains or Merano. Offering an equipped garden and free WiFi, it is a 5-minute drive from Merano centre. A buffet breakfast consisting of homemade cakes, jam and yoghurt, together with cold cuts, cereals and hot drinks is served every morning in a shared area, while boiled eggs come on request. An on-site bar is open all day long. Each room comes with bright colours, panoramic views and a TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer. Free bikes are available to explore the surroundings. Horse riding facilities are located nearby. A bus stopping 100 metres from Pension Verdorfer takes you to the centre of Merano and Merano Train Station. The Gardens of Trauttmansdoff Castele and Merano's thermal baths can be reached in 5 minutes by car.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Offering excellent bus links into Merano and to the Merano 2000 ski area, Schloss Pienzenau B&B has a peaceful location and a history dating back to 1340. This family-run property is a historic castle surrounded by nature. It has a well-stocked library and book shop, plus a bistro bar that is open at lunch and in the evenings. Breakfast includes cheese, cold meats and cakes and can be enjoyed in the bistro or out on the terrace. Mediterranean cuisine and local specialities are served at the restaurant at dinner. With wood floors and mountain views, the rooms at Schloss Pienzenau are set on the third floor. All feature free Wi-Fi and free toiletries. Free parking is provided and the nearest bus stop is 100 metres away. Merano town centre is 5 minutes' drive away, as are the ski slopes.Show full description
Apartment.Elegant. Lovely surroundings. Located just 700 metres from Main train station, Delightful Villa Rina provides accommodation in Merano with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as luggage storage space. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 800 metres from Princes'Castle. The spacious apartment with a balcony and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Merano, like hiking. Skiing, cycling and canoeing are possible within the area, and Delightful Villa Rina offers ski storage space. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Merano Theatre, Women’s Museum and Parc Elizabeth. The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport, 31 km from Delightful Villa Rina.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Beautiful. Great views. Surrounded by a large garden, Villa Sasso has modern studios with a terrace and a balcony. With free WiFi and free bike rental, it is 2 km from Merano thermal baths. In the summer months, guests can use the facilities at partner hotel next to the property, including swimming pools, a sauna and a library. With a washing machine, each studio features a kitchenette with a dishwasher and a TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer. Here, you will also find a restaurant and a bar. The Merano 2000 ski slopes are a 15-minute drive from Villa Sasso. The centre of Merano and Merano Train Station are 1.5 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great interior design. Situated just a few steps from Kunst Merano Arte, rössl bianco b&b&b provides accommodation in Merano with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a lift. This bed and breakfast features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. There is a private bathroom with bidet in every unit, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with a minibar. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site traditional restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Merano Theatre, Women’s Museum and Princes'Castle. The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport, 30 km from rössl bianco b&b&b.Show full description
This might be the most charming bed and breakfast in Merano.
An elegant building offering modern accommodation and great amenities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Hotel Sonnenburg features spectacular views of the mountains. Located only 15 minutes from the centre of Merano, the hotel enjoys a sunny location amidst the greenery and stunning villas of Maia Alta, a residential area. A bus stop is available only 100 metres away. The welcoming structure of Hotel Sonnenburg favours relaxation and leisure. The garden by the swimming pool is fitted with luxurious sun beds, complete with comfortable mattresses and sun umbrellas. Other amenities include a refined, air-conditioned dining hall, a lounge, elevators and a sun terrace.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Hotel Castel Rundegg offers a variety of wellness and leisure facilities, including an indoor pool. Set in the spa town of Merano, the castle dates back to the 12th century and it is set a 10-minute walk from the city centre. All rooms come with a minibar and a private bathroom. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Castel Rundegg Health & Beauty Farm includes a heated swimming pool, gym, Turkish bath and Finnish sauna. In the garden, you can enjoy a drink on the terrace and sunbathing on the sun loungers provided. The restaurant offers local specialties, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most LIVELY boutique hotels in Merano.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar. Popular among women. Windsor Merano Hotel & Suites is an elegant building located on the banks of the Passirio River, in Merano, a 5-minute walk from the city centre. Its gardens feature a sun terrace with outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. Rooms offers air conditioning and free WiFi. All rooms are soundproofed and come with a private bathroom and a TV with satellite channels. Some rooms overlook the gardens, and some also have a balcony. A continental breakfast is served at the Windsor. The generous buffet includes a selection of bread and local cold cuts. The Windsor Hotel features a private car park. The SS38 national road to Stelvio Pass is 800 metres away. The Merano 2000 cable car is 2 km away, which you can reach by a public ski bus that stops 100 metres away from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Charming. Great location. Residence Diana offers a very good location in Merano, near Schloss Trauttmansdorff, only a 10-minute walk from the city centre and 5 minutes by car to the cable car Bergstation Seilbahn Meran 2000. The Meran Guestpass mobilcard is included in the stay. The property features a garden and guests can enjoy mountain views. All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Most offer a furnished balcony and all boast garden and and mountain views. The property is 300 metres from the promenade along the Passirio river and within a 15-minute walk of Terme Merano. Bozen is 33 km from the property.Show full description
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