We have created a list with the best castle hotels in Trentino Alto Adige, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic properties, historic villas, medieval castles, french "relais" (mansions), old châteaus and resorts. 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 Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Beach front location. Unique. Superb breakfast. Located in Appiano sulla Strada del Vino, 30 km from The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Schloss Freudenstein provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. Parco Maia is 31 km from Schloss Freudenstein, while Train station Maia Bassa is 31 km away. The property is non-smoking and is situated 30 km from Touriseum museum. Selected rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a minibar. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Appiano sulla Strada del Vino, like hiking and cycling. The nearest airport is Bolzano Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Schloss Freudenstein, a historic castle in Appiano sulla Strada del Vino, Italy, has been transformed into a luxurious hotel. The castle, dating back to medieval times, offers a unique and romantic atmosphere with beautiful gardens and vineyards.
Very cosy. Superb interior design. Set in a 15th-century castle in the centre of Villandro, the 4-star Ansitz Zum Steinbock features a gourmet restaurant, a sun terrace and garden overlooking the valley. Alpine-style rooms are spacious and come with free Wi-Fi. The property provides free private parking and is 19 km from Castelrotto Golf Club. Offering views of the mountains or village, these air-conditioned rooms come with a satellite flat-screen TV and wooden furnishings. Each has a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is prepared daily and includes homemade bread and croissants together with eggs and cold meats. You can enjoy a drink at the bar or sample fine regional cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant. The Steinbock is complete with a library with over 1000 books in Italian, English and German, as well as a games room with billiards table. Free bikes can be rented on site. Bressanone is a 20-minute drive away while Bolzano is approximately 30 km.Show full description
Ansitz Steinbock is a charming hotel in Villandro, Italy. Housed in a 16th-century inn, it has a cozy and medieval ambiance. The hotel has beautiful mountain views and a refined restaurant serving delicious meals.
Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Set opposite Tenno Castle, Hotel Antica Croce - Gardaslowemotion offers a garden with an outdoor pool, a traditional restaurant and simply furnished, mountain-view rooms. The town's historical centre is just a few streets away. Rooms at Antica Croce have tiled or parquet floors. Each includes a private bathroom. Some rooms feature a balcony. Breakfast is served in the rustic-style dining room, and includes cold meats, cheeses and croissants. The restaurant serves local specialities. The hotel is 3 km from the Varone Waterfall and a 10-minute drive from Riva del Garda. Parking is free.Show full description
Hotel Antica Croce stands out from other accommodations due to its charming and relaxing atmosphere. Located near a castle and overlooking Lake Garda, it provides an incredible view of the mountains.
Very stylish. Comfortable beds. 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. Castel Rundegg Health & Beauty Farm includes a heated swimming pool, gym, Turkish bath and Finnish sauna. All rooms come with a minibar and a private bathroom. Free WiFi is available in public areas. 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
Castel Rundegg is a medieval castle transformed into an upscale hotel. It exudes a luxurious and serene ambiance, surrounded by stunning gardens and featuring an indoor pool. The castle's historical allure, blended with contemporary comforts, creates a distinctive and captivating accommodation.
Charming. Cosy rooms. The historic Relais Palazzo Lodron blends traditional architecture with modern design. It features a swimming pool, a sauna, a bio-sauna and garage parking. The 16th-century house offers a range of rooms and suites with modern design. The Relais Palazzo Hotel gives access to outdoor activities all year round including mountain biking, walking, and skiing in winter. All have air conditioning and mini bar, and some have balconies. Hotel Palazzo Lodron is located 1 km from the A22, 4 km from Rovereto Train Station and just 45 minutes’ drive from Verona Catullo airport.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC small hotels in Trentino Alto Adige.
Hotel Starkenberg is a modern 4-star property at an altitude of 600 metres, offering views of the surrounding mountains, Merano and Schenna Castle. It features a summer pool and 350 m² of wellness facilities. Only 5 minutes' walk from Schenna centre, the Starkenberg Hotel is 150 metres from the bus stop for Merano. Hiking tours are organised once a week. The rooms have balconies overlooking the mountains, a 32" LCD TV with satellite channels, and either carpeted or parquet floors. Homemade cakes, cold cuts, cheeses and much more are available at the buffet breakfast, which can be enjoyed out on the terrace with views. The restaurant is open to the public at lunch and dinner and serves top-quality South Tyrol dishes. Indoors you have a Finnish sauna, steam bath and pool with hydromassage area. Outdoors, the pool and hot tub are open from May until September.Show full description
Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. 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. The property boasts a large garden with a heated outdoor pool and the Spa Castellum Natura wellness centre. It is one of the smallest, yet most exclusive hotels in the Alps. 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
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Set in a 17,000 m² park, Hotel Elephant is a 500-year old hotel set in a restored historic building. The property features a pool and 2 restaurants. Providing a sense of refined ambience, rooms at Elephant are fitted with luxurious fabrics, wooden floors. They combine classic furnishings with modern flat-screen TVs, equipped with satellite channels. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily. Guests can dine at one of the on-site restaurants, offering dishes from South Tyrol, mixing Italian influences: the Elephant, open daily for lunch and dinner, and Michelin-starred Apostelstube, where a gourmet menu of up to 7 dishes can be savoured. Hotel Elephant hotel consists of a main building and Villa Marzari, both set within the extensive grounds. Ideal for trekking in summer and skiing in winter, it is located in central Bressanone, featuring the Pharmacy Museum and a baroque Cathedral. A free Bressanone Card is given to all guests at check-in. This gives you free access to the town's museums and free public transport, along with a daily 2-hour swim in the public Acquarena pool and 2 daily rides on the cable car.Show full description
Hotel Elephant in Bressanone is a highly elegant and historic hotel. It is set in a restored building that is over 500 years old, giving it a unique ambiance. Surrounded by a large park, it provides a peaceful environment.
Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. 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. With wood floors and mountain views, the rooms at Schloss Pienzenau are set on the third floor. 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. 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
I would describe this as one of the most RELAXING guest houses in Trentino Alto Adige. It also has very cosy rooms.
Lovely 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. All rooms at Hotel Pienzenau Am Schlosspark come with a private balcony and an LCD TV with more than 100 satellite channels. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. 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
Beach front location. Luxurious. Great views. The impressive Korb Castle offers panoramic views of the Überetsch Valley. It features a luxury wellness centre, restaurant and elegant rooms with free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and parquet floors are standard in all rooms and suites at Schloss Hotel Korb. Each has a private bathroom with fluffy bathrobes and slippers. Breakfast is buffet style and includes bacon, eggs and sweet pastries. The restaurant serves an eclectic mix of local, national and international dishes. At the spa, guests can relax for free in the indoor and outdoor pools, the hot tub and the solarium. Staff at the hotel is multilingual. Owned by the Dellago family, the hotel lies in Appiano sulla Strada del Vino region. It is surrounded by vineyards and produces its own wine.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most LUXURIOUS small hotels in Trentino Alto Adige. It also has outstanding views and lovely pool facilities!
Beach front location. Romantic. Gorgeous surroundings. Surrounded by a large garden with a shared outdoor pool, Villa Angelica offers apartments in a historic 14th century villa in Riva, a 4-minute drive from the shores of Lake Garda. It features free Wi-Fi. All apartments boasts different design and offer an equipped kitchen and a living room with a sofa and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests have access to barbecue facilities. Restaurants, bars, and grocery shops are within 900 metres of the Angelica. Villa Angelica is 1 km from Riva del Garda town centre. Trento is 40 km away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most peaceful and romantic apartment hotels in Trentino Alto Adige. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Highly elegant. Great location. Set in the heart of Bolzano, 200 metres from the cathedral, Parkhotel Laurin is surrounded by a beautiful park where you can dine on warm, summer evenings, or relax by the pool. This elegant hotel dates back to 1910 and is built in the Art Nouveau style. Each room features designer furniture and original artwork by contemporary artists. Parkhotel Laurin effortlessly combines old-world charm with all the latest technologies. It features a fully equipped conference centre for up to 160 people. The banquet rooms and open spaces are perfect for weddings and exhibitions. You can enjoy a varied mix of regional and Italian cuisine at the restaurant, which opens out into the garden during the summer. The Laurin Bar has original Art Nouveau frescoes and a relaxing atmosphere, ideal for a quiet drink. Parkhotel Laurin is just 200 metres from Bolzano Station and is close to the main square and all the city’s attractions.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT hotel in Trentino Alto Adige.
Delightful property. Great value. Located 1130 metres above sea level and a 3-minute walk to the cable car leading to the valley of Bolzano, Hotel Colle Kohlern offers panoramic views of the Dolomites. Set in a restored 19th-century building, the property includes a swimming pool, spa and hot tub. The spacious rooms at the Colle Kohlern come with wooden floors and en-suite bathroom. The bathroom is complete with a bathrobe, hairdryer and free toiletries. During sunny days, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on the terrace. It includes sweet and savoury food such as cold cuts, cheese, bread and homemade jams and cakes. The restaurant with terrace is open for lunch and dinner and offers regional South Tyrolean specialities as well as Italian cuisine. The wine cellar is stocked with 300 Italians wines. Every Wednesday, wine tasting is organised. The spa and wellness centre includes a Finnish sauna and herbal steam bath. Massages and cosmetic treatments are available on request and come at a surcharge. The library offers around 200 books in German, Italian and English. You can enjoy your reading in the reading lounge, on the terrace or in the garden. A mountain bike rental service is available at the property. Hiking trails are only a few steps away. Guests can enjoy the Bolzano Card Plus, offering free access to public transport and museums and other discounts. The wine cellar is stocked with over 500 wines exclusively from the old world.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most BEAUTIFUL small hotels in Trentino Alto Adige.
Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Set in Bolzano and with Bolzano Christmas Market reachable within 800 metres, Castel Hörtenberg offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Featuring a fitness centre, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. At Castel Hörtenberg all rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Castel Hörtenberg offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre and sun terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe. The accommodation offers a continental or buffet breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. Bolzano Victory Monument is 1.5 km from Castel Hörtenberg, while Bolzano Exhibition Center is 6 km away.Show full description
Outstanding SPA facilities. Romantik Hotel Turm, in Fie allo Sciliar, offers a luxury wellness centre and a fine restaurant. This interesting property features towers that date back to the 13th century. Guests at Romantik Hotel Turm have discounts at Castel Rotto Alpe di Siusi Golf Club. This 5-star hotel has an award-winning restaurant that serves local dishes and a wide selection of South Tyrolean wines. Turm's wellness centre includes saunas, a gym, and a swimming pool. A salt grotto is also available and a private art collection decorates the hotel. Local attractions include the Sciliar Nature Reserve and the Alpe di Siusi ski resort. Hiking and mountain bike routes are available nearby.Show full description
Close to beach front. Elegant. Great location. Featuring an indoor pool with hydro-massage jets, Villa Italia Luxury Suites and Apartments offers rooms, suites and apartments in the centre of Arco, 5 km from Lake Garda. Guests enjoy a terrace with views of the castle and a planted garden with sun loungers. Free WiFi is available throughout. With a modern and unique décor, all units are air conditioned and have a LCD TV. Some come with a fully equipped kitchenette. In the morning, breakfast can be served, with an additional cost. Bicycle storage is possible on site. Andalo is 29 km from Villa Italia Luxury Suites and Apartments, while the nearest airport is Verona Airport, 58 km from the property.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great beach front location!
Unique. Hotel Ansitz Kandelburg is a listed building, a medieval castle from the 13th century. Set in the centre of Rio di Pusteria, it features its own chapel and original dungeon that you can tour. Set at an altitude of 700 metres, the hotel is next to Rio di Pusteria in the town centre. It features a garden with sun loungers and parasols and a reading lounge. Rooms have a romantic design with classic furnishings and carpeted floors. Each one includes an LCD TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Breakfast at the Ansitz Kandelburg Hotel is a buffet of sweet and savoury food. It includes cold meats, cheese, freshly prepared eggs and homemade jams. Staff organise hiking tours together with the local tourist board. You can pick up your Almen Card from reception, giving you free entry to 70 museums, ski lifts and public transport. The hotel provides free parking and is 30 metres from the train station and bus stop for buses to Bressanone.Show full description
Great location. Popular among couples. Hotel Villa Miravalle is set in Riva del Garda, just 400 metres from the shores of Lake Garda and next to the historic city wall surrounding the town. It offers a restaurant with terrace, free WiFi, and air-conditioned rooms. Arco, famous for its medieval castle, is 5 km away, while Limone sul Garda is reachable by car in 10 minutes. Fitted with carpeted floors, rooms at the Miravalle include satellite TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries plus a hairdryer. Some rooms have a balcony and lake views. The hotel features a large garden with pool and sun loungers, where you can enjoy views of Mount Rocchetta. The restaurant serves local and Italian cuisine, which can be enjoyed on the terrace in summer. The breakfast includes homemade cakes, cereals, yoghurt, together with savoury items and fruits. The Tremalzo Pass is 35 km from the property.Show full description
Friendly staff. Set in a large garden in Castelrotto, 4-star Hotel Castel Oswald von Wolkenstein offers a free spa with pool and Alpine-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. It also features a regional restaurant, and free outdoor parking. Served on the terrace or in the breakfast room, the Castel Oswald von Wolkenstein's breakfast is a buffet including cold cuts, cheese and eggs, accompanied by milk from the property’s farm and fruit. Facing the mountains and the garden, rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and seating area, and most come with a balcony. En suite bathroom is fitted with slippers, toiletries and bathrobes. Suites have 2 bathrooms. The restaurant specialises in South Tyrol cuisine, and offers fixed menus and à la carte dishes for dinner, plus a salad buffet. Once a week, a desserts and cheese buffet is arranged. You can book a massage, work out in the gym or relax in the spa including 2 saunas, a steam bath as well as a hot tub. Guests can also enjoy a drink from the bar in the furnished garden or on the sun terrace equipped with a heated hot tub. The hotel’s shuttle bus will take you to the Alpe di Siusi’s slopes for free while the village centre is reachable in 3 minutes on foot.Show full description
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