4-star superior hotel in the heart of Merano, a short walk from the spa and the pedestrian centre, with soundproofed rooms, South Tyrolean restaurant and a rich, varied buffet breakfast.
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Hotel Europa Splendid is a 4-star superior hotel in the centre of Merano, about 100 metres from the Passirio river and a short walk from the town’s pedestrian area.
The rooms, split between more rustic-style spaces and others renovated in a modern key, all feature soundproofed windows, air conditioning, TV and safe, with free WiFi throughout the property. Some higher-category rooms offer large, refurbished bathrooms, others boast private terraces or views over the town and surrounding mountains.
In the morning guests find a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, while the in-house restaurant, with a lounge area and terrace, serves South Tyrolean cuisine specialities. The central location makes it possible to reach the Merano spa, the civic theatre and the main shops within minutes, with a local bus stop just 50 metres from the entrance. A property suited to those seeking urban convenience and an authentic South Tyrolean atmosphere.
The rooms at Hotel Europa Splendid cover a wide range, from the 10 sqm Small Single Room up to the 55 sqm Penthouse Suite with a panoramic terrace on the top floor. All room types share air conditioning, flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls, minibar and private bathroom with courtesy set, while varying in size, view and extra amenities.
The most exclusive options, such as the Junior Suite and the Suite Prestige, add a lounge area, a renovated bathroom with separate tub and shower, and views over the town; the Penthouse Suite stands out for its independent entrance and terrace overlooking Merano. The Standard, Comfort and Superior rooms offer the choice between a double bed or two single beds, with views over either the inner courtyard or the mountains, while the Deluxe Studio is designed for those wanting more independence with functional furnishings.
The Junior Suite is among the property’s largest rooms, with a separate lounge area and a renovated bathroom featuring a tub, shower and Etro courtesy set. Bright windows and city views complete a room designed for longer stays.
The Penthouse Suite is the hotel’s largest room type, located on the top floor with an independent entrance reached via lift and a short flight of stairs. It has a private terrace overlooking Merano, a lounge area and a bathroom with a hydromassage shower and tub.
The Suite Prestige is a soundproofed room overlooking the town, with a full bathroom featuring separate tub and shower. The tea and coffee set and minibar make it suited to those seeking a larger space than the standard rooms, while keeping an urban outlook.
Designed for the solo traveller, this is the hotel’s most compact room type, with a private bathroom featuring a shower and courtesy set. The mountain view makes up for the limited size, in an air-conditioned, soundproofed room.
Compared to the Small Single Room, this Superior version keeps the same size but with a higher standard of finishes, a shower with a dedicated courtesy set and greater attention to furnishing details.
This Standard room offers the flexibility of choosing between a double bed or two single beds, with a view over the inner courtyard. It is the most essential double option in the range, with basic but complete amenities.
Slightly larger than the Standard room, the Comfort Room adds a city view and a bathroom with a choice of tub or shower, while keeping the flexibility between a double bed and single beds.
The Superior version is the most spacious of the classic double rooms, with mountain views and a full bathroom with tub or shower. A good balance between size and scenic outlook.
Hotel Europa Splendid offers guests an in-house restaurant with a bar, minibar and the option of breakfast served in the room, as well as a menu for special diets on request and dedicated meals for children. There is also an on-site coffee shop for those wanting an informal break during the day.
General services include a valet parking service, bicycle rental, access to skiing and hiking in the area, as well as a sun terrace and furnished outdoor area. The property also offers a concierge service, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, a lift and soundproofed rooms, with 24-hour active security through magnetic key access and CCTV cameras.
For guests travelling with pets, dedicated bowls and baskets are available. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, internet connection and telephone, while the private bathroom always comes with a hairdryer and complimentary bathroom products.
Hotel Europa Splendid is located in the heart of Merano, a few metres from the Passirio river and a short walk from the town’s pedestrian area, on a street mixing shops, bars and small traditional restaurants. The area is among the busiest in town, with venues such as Bar Platzl da Sandro and Schwarze Katz just a few dozen metres from the hotel’s entrance.
Merano’s railway station is about 800 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train from Bolzano or Val Venosta, while Bolzano airport is 26 km away. A local bus stop is just 50 metres from the property. A short walk brings guests to Palazzo Kurhaus and the Princes’ Castle, both about 200 metres away, as well as the Merano Arte museum and the Women’s Museum, both 150 metres away.
Merano is known for its spas, for walks along the Passirio and for the Sissi Gardens, 400 metres from the hotel. In summer, the Texelgruppe Nature Park is convenient, a starting point for excursions into the surrounding valleys, while those visiting in autumn or spring can devote half a day to the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, about 2.3 km away, or to the Touriseum in the same complex. In winter, the town lends itself to shorter walks in the historic centre and visits to the town’s museums, complementing a spa stay.
Guests especially praise the hotel’s location, with a score of 9.8, followed by staff (9.3) and cleanliness (9.2). Value for money, while still solid at 8.3, is the relatively least highly rated category among those reviewed.
Yes, Hotel Europa Splendid is located about 100 metres from the Passirio river, next to Merano’s pedestrian area, with shops, the theatre and the spas all within a short walk.
Yes, Hotel Europa Splendid accepts pets, with a possible surcharge charged to the guest.
Yes, Hotel Europa Splendid includes a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Yes, Hotel Europa Splendid offers free WiFi throughout the property, including in the rooms.
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Hotel Europa Splendid offers a valet parking service, with no indication of it being free: it is advisable to check any costs at the time of booking.
Hotel Europa Splendid offers single rooms and double/twin rooms in Standard, Comfort and Superior versions, as well as suites such as the Junior Suite, the Suite Prestige and the Penthouse Suite with terrace.
