Hotel Hohenwart
Scena · Italy · 4 Stars

Hotel Hohenwart

4-star hotel above Scena, with views over the Merano valley, a spa with indoor and outdoor pools, a climbing wall and a gourmet restaurant with a fine wine cellar.

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9.3 Score
196 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Scena
Nearby Mair Stub'm · 100 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Breakfast Continental

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Hotel Hohenwart

Hotel Hohenwart is a 4-star property overlooking Scena from an elevated position above the Merano valley, in South Tyrol.

It is an address designed for those seeking a holiday combining wellness and outdoor activities: the spa area comprises two separate centres, one reserved for adults from age 16 and one designed for families, with saunas, treatment rooms and a panoramic top-floor terrace with a pool. There is also a gym with mountain views, a climbing wall and a games room with PlayStation for leisure time.

The rooms, spread across several buildings on the property, offer a balcony, private bathroom, minibar and satellite LCD TV, with bathrobe and slippers provided for guests. The higher room categories add a bathtub, air conditioning and views of the garden, pool or mountains.

The restaurant serves gourmet cuisine accompanied by a selection of quality wines. Merano can be reached in just a few minutes, while the railway station is about 3.5 km away: a convenient base both for those who want to relax and for those who want to explore the area.

Hotel Hohenwart
★ 9.3 · Excellent · 196 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Hohenwart

4-star hotel above Scena, with views over the Merano valley, a spa with indoor and outdoor pools, a climbing wall and a gourmet restaurant with a fine wine cellar.

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Hohenwart, spread across several buildings on the property, share a balcony, private bathroom, minibar and satellite flat-screen TV, with bathrobe and slippers provided. Sizes vary considerably, from the 18 m² of the Standard Single Room up to the 67 m² of the Family Suite, catering to solo stays, couples or families with children.

Moving up the categories, distinctive details appear: the Deluxe Double Room and the Family Suite offer a bathtub and garden or mountain views, the Junior Suite features a walk-in shower, while the higher-category Suite and Junior Suite are laid out with a separate living area and a coffee machine. Some room types, such as the Comfort Double and the Superior, allow pets, while pets are not accepted in the Junior Suite and Deluxe Double Room. All rooms are served by free WiFi.

Comfort Double Room — Hotel Hohenwart
Comfort Double Room
29 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Mountain view, Minibar

The property’s entry-level room type, with alpine-style furnishings and a south-facing balcony offering garden, pool or mountain views. It is located in the Haus Christine building and allows 1 pet, unlike other rooms in the range.

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Deluxe Double Room — Hotel Hohenwart
Deluxe Double Room
46 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub, Air conditioning, Garden view

Larger than the Comfort, this room in the Haus Traube building adds a bathtub and modern wooden furnishings, with a south-facing balcony or terrace. It is one of the room types where pets are not allowed.

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Superior Double Room — Hotel Hohenwart
Superior Double Room
38 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Mountain view, Minibar, Balcony

Room with a balcony and panoramic mountain views, furnished with wooden furniture. Allows 1 pet, offering a good compromise between space and amenities compared to the Comfort.

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Standard Single Room — Hotel Hohenwart
Standard Single Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Courtyard view, Bathrobe, Minibar

The only room designed for a single guest, with a balcony overlooking the inner courtyard and a private bathroom with tub or shower. The most compact in the range, ideal for short solo stays.

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Junior Suite — Hotel Hohenwart
Junior Suite
48 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Garden view, Minibar

Spacious room with air conditioning, a balcony overlooking the garden and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Compared to the larger Junior Suite it has a slightly smaller size, but remains among the most spacious non-suite rooms.

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Family Suite — Hotel Hohenwart
Family Suite
67 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed and 1 French double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Living area, Coffee machine, Garden view

The largest room type in the property, with 2 bedrooms, a separate living area and a bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathtub. Features air conditioning, a coffee machine and garden view, ideal for families or small groups.

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Suite — Hotel Hohenwart
Suite
53 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Living area, Coffee machine, Garden view

Suite with a separate living room and bedroom, a bathroom with a walk-in shower and courtesy set. Offers air conditioning, coffee machine and garden view, standing out from the Junior Suite for its larger size and independent living area.

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Junior Suite — Hotel Hohenwart
Junior Suite
43 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Garden view, Minibar

Junior Suite with a single bedroom and a bathroom with a walk-in shower, a balcony with garden view and minibar. More compact than the 48 m² Junior Suite, it remains one of the coziest options among the suites.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want a full spa experience with two separate wellness centres, one for adults and one for families.
  • Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: the location was rated 9.7 specifically by guests travelling in pairs.
  • Yes, if you appreciate gourmet cuisine and want to try a selection of fine wines during your stay.
  • Yes, if you're travelling with your pet: it is allowed in several rooms for a surcharge of 28 EUR per night.
  • Yes, if you're looking for activities for the whole family, from the climbing wall to the games room with PlayStation.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're travelling with a dog and booking a Junior Suite or a Deluxe Double Room, where pets are not allowed.
  • Maybe not, if you want Merano's centre within walking distance: the city is about 6 km from the property.
  • Maybe not, if budget is your top priority: the value-for-money score, while good, is the lowest among the categories (8.8).
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to pay by card: cash appears to be listed among the accepted payment methods.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Hohenwart places great emphasis on wellness: the property features a spa and wellness centre with sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool tub and a wide range of treatments, from massages (body, couple, feet, neck, back) to facial and body treatments, as well as manicure, pedicure and waxing. There is also a gym for physical activity and yoga classes.

The common areas include a garden, sun terrace and panoramic balconies, with entertainment options such as bike and walking tours, hiking, table tennis, billiards, darts and a games room. The front desk operates 24 hours a day, and daily housekeeping, laundry and ironing services are available.

On the dining front, the hotel offers a restaurant, bar, snack bar, coffee shop and in-room minibar, with menus for special diets on request. Free private parking and free WiFi round out the offering, while pets are allowed for a surcharge in some room types.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Balcony
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Spa & wellness centre

General facilities

  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Hiking
  • Games room
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub/jacuzzi
  • Massage

Parking

  • Garage

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet access

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Hohenwart occupies an elevated position above Scena, a small municipality in the Merano valley surrounded by vineyards and apple orchards, with views of the surrounding mountains. The area is quiet and residential, just a short walk from the village centre, where you’ll find typical bars and restaurants such as Mair Stub’m, only 100 metres from the property.

Merano is about 6 km away and is easily reached by car or public transport; Merano railway station is 3.5 km away, while Lagundo station is 4.5 km away. Bolzano airport is about 26 km away. Nearby, within 3 km, are well-known attractions such as the Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, the Touriseum and Maia Park, all reachable within a few minutes.

Guests staying here can enjoy walks and hikes in the Texelgruppe Nature Park, just over 1 km away, or visit Merano’s historic centre with the Princely Castle and the charming Sissi Gardens. In summer, the area is well suited to cycling routes along the Adige valley, while in winter the ski slopes of the Merano 2000 area are easily accessible. The combination of nature, culture and relaxation makes this area of the Passiria Valley suitable for both active stays and more contemplative holidays.

Mair Stub'm — Typical restaurant just a short walk from the property, ideal for evening dinners 100 m
Texelgruppe Nature Park — Nature park with hiking trails through woods and alpine pastures 1,1 km
Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens — Famous panoramic botanical gardens above the city of Merano 3,2 km
Princely Castle — Ancient Habsburg residence in the heart of Merano's historic centre 2,8 km
Touriseum — South Tyrol's tourism museum housed inside Trauttmansdorff Castle 3,1 km
Merano Railway Station — Main rail connection to reach Bolzano and the valley 3,5 km

What guests say about Hotel Hohenwart

9.3
Excellent · 196 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Free Wi-Fi
9

Guests especially praise comfort and cleanliness (9.6-9.7) and the scenic location (9.7), particularly appreciated by couples. The staff also receive very positive feedback (9.6). The value-for-money score, while solid, remains the lowest (8.8).

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