4-star hotel in Scena, near Merano, with free wellness centre, indoor and outdoor pool and rooms with panoramic mountain-view balcony.
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Hotel Ifinger is a 4-star hotel located in Scena, a village on the outskirts of Merano in South Tyrol, about 4 km from the Ifinger cable car and right in front of the bus stop to the town centre. The property suits guests seeking a relaxing stay between mountains and wellness, in an area particularly popular with couples.
The rooms, all with a south-facing balcony, minibar and private bathroom with bathrobe and courtesy set, differ in size and view: options range from the 28 m² Comfort rooms to the spacious 40 m² Deluxe, with choices offering a pool view or garden view along the way.
The wellness centre, included in the stay, offers a sauna, Turkish bath, gym, indoor pool, whirlpool tub and massages on request, while outside there is an outdoor pool, a garden and a sun terrace. A buffet breakfast with cold cuts, jams and eggs starts the day, and the on-site restaurant serves local and Italian dishes.
The five room types at Hotel Ifinger all share a south-facing balcony, minibar, flat-screen satellite TV and private bathroom with bathrobe, hairdryer and courtesy set; many also offer soundproofing and air conditioning. Sizes range from 28 m² for the Comfort rooms to 40 m² for the Deluxe, which adds a sitting area for those wanting more space.
Some options differ by view: the room with balcony and pool view lets guests look down onto the relaxation area, while the one with garden view, fitted with an extra sofa bed and a bathtub, is designed for those travelling as three or wanting a more sociable touch. The Superior, also with a sofa bed, offers the same flexibility over 35 m². Overall, the range covers different needs, from couples looking for simplicity to families needing an extra bed.
Spacious 35 m² room with a south-facing balcony, able to accommodate up to 4 people thanks to the extra sofa bed. Fitted with air conditioning, soundproofing, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV, plus a private bathroom with bathrobe and hairdryer.
The most compact option at the property, with 28 m² of space and a private balcony. The bathroom is fitted with bathrobes, hairdryer and courtesy set, while the room offers a minibar, flat-screen satellite TV and soundproofing for a quiet stay.
The largest room type at the hotel, with 40 m² split between the sleeping area and a comfortable sitting area. The south-facing balcony, air conditioning, minibar and satellite TV complete a room designed for those who want more space.
28 m² room with a view of the outdoor pool and a sitting area, ideal for enjoying the view over the hotel’s relaxation area. The private bathroom is fitted with bathrobes and hairdryer, while the balcony and air conditioning complete the amenities.
With a view of the hotel’s garden, this 35 m² room can host up to 3 people thanks to the sofa bed. The private bathroom stands out for its bathtub, while air conditioning, soundproofing and a sitting area complete an accommodation designed for families or small groups.
Hotel Ifinger features a wellness centre for free use, with sauna, Turkish bath, gym, indoor pool, whirlpool tub and massage service on request, alongside an outdoor pool, a garden and a sun terrace for the warmer months.
The rooms, all with a balcony, come with a private bathroom with bathrobe, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries; several room types also offer a sitting area and a view. The hotel provides free WiFi, free private parking with garage, a lift and daily housekeeping service.
For leisure time, guests can enjoy excursions and bike tours, an excursion desk, a games room with table tennis and an indoor play area, plus an on-site minimarket and a bar with café service.
Hotel Ifinger is located in Scena (Schenna), a small mountain village at about 600 metres above sea level in the Merano basin, in a residential area surrounded by vineyards, apple orchards and typical South Tyrolean farmhouses. The property sits right in front of the bus stop to Merano, in a quiet setting yet close to amenities: Petermann restaurant is just 100 metres away, Thurnerhof 300 metres away, the Anny-Eisdiele ice cream shop 450 metres away and the Weinmesser’s Vinothek, the village’s wine bar, 750 metres away.
Merano’s historic centre can be reached in a few minutes by car or directly by bus departing in front of the hotel; Merano railway station is about 3.8 km away, Lagundo station about 4.8 km away, while Bolzano airport is about 27 km away. The Ifinger cable car, which connects Scena to the high-altitude pastures and mountain huts above the village, is just 4 km from the property.
Nearby, guests can alternate walks in the Texelgruppe Nature Park, less than 1 km away, with cultural visits in Merano: the Princes’ Castle 3.2 km away, the Touriseum museum 3.7 km away and the famous Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, 3.8 km away, among the most visited botanical gardens in Italy. In summer the area is suited to hiking, cycling and walks among vineyards and orchards, while in winter the Ifinger cable car opens access to slopes, snowy trails and snowshoe routes, making Scena a practical base for those seeking both relaxation and outdoor activities in every season of the year.
Reviews particularly praise the staff’s courtesy and cleanliness, both rated 9.5, followed by room comfort (9.3) and location (9.2). Value for money stands at 8.6, while free WiFi earns a good 8.5: overall a very positive rating, especially among couples.
Yes, Hotel Ifinger offers a wellness centre for free use with sauna, Turkish bath, gym, indoor pool and whirlpool tub, plus a massage service on request.
No, Hotel Ifinger does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, at Hotel Ifinger breakfast is a continental buffet with cold cuts, jams and eggs, and is included in the price of the stay.
Hotel Ifinger is located in Scena, a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Merano and right in front of the bus stop connecting the village to the town.
Yes, Hotel Ifinger offers free private parking with a garage available to guests.
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Hotel Ifinger offers five room types, from 28 to 40 m², all with a south-facing balcony, minibar and private bathroom; some also offer a pool view, garden view or sitting area.
