Family-run hotel in the green surroundings of Merano, a few steps from the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, with pools, spa and fitness centre for a relaxing stay between mountains and thermal culture.
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Hotel Maximilian is a family-run 3-star hotel in Merano, in South Tyrol, just a 5-minute walk from the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle and about 4 km from the Merano 2000 ski area.
The property is designed for those seeking relaxation and wellness: it features both outdoor and indoor pools, a spa with sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub, and a full fitness centre. The garden with sun loungers and umbrellas offers a peaceful corner on warmer days, while the on-site restaurant serves carefully prepared dinners on request.
The rooms, decorated in alpine style, have a balcony overlooking the surrounding mountains and include a flat-screen satellite TV and private bathroom in all room types. From the Single Room up to the Junior Suite, the spaces grow in size while keeping the same well-kept style. The hotel is 2 km from the Merano Thermal Baths and about 30 minutes by car from Bolzano, making it convenient for both those visiting the city and those heading to the mountains. Free WiFi is available in the common areas.
The rooms at Hotel Maximilian are decorated in alpine style and share some key features: a balcony with mountain views, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The range starts with the compact 16 m² Single Room with Balcony, designed for solo travellers, and goes up to the spacious 40 m² Junior Suite with Balcony, which offers a separate sitting area and greater privacy for a longer stay.
Between these two are the 25 m² Double Room with Balcony and the 30 m² Superior version, both featuring a sitting area and designed for two people. All room types are non-smoking and benefit from free WiFi in the common areas, as well as access to the property’s wellness facilities, from the pool to the spa with sauna and Turkish bath, to complete the stay with moments of relaxation after excursions in the city or the mountains.
A 25 m² double room with a balcony overlooking the mountains and a separate sitting area, ideal for a couple who wants a bit more space than in the more compact options.
The most compact of the hotel’s rooms, at 16 m² designed for the solo traveller: private balcony, sitting area and everything needed in a cosy, functional space.
A superior version of the double room, at 30 m², five more than the standard room, still with a panoramic balcony and sitting area to enjoy the view in greater comfort.
The largest room type in the property, with 40 m² split between the bedroom and a separate sitting area. The bathroom features a walk-in shower and bidet, with a safe and wardrobe completing the suite.
Hotel Maximilian places great emphasis on wellness: the property has an indoor pool and outdoor areas with umbrellas and sun loungers, as well as a gym and a table tennis table for those who want to stay active. The garden and furnished terraces offer pleasant common spaces in every season, while the TV lounge and the 24-hour front desk ensure constant assistance to guests.
On the dining side, an on-site bar is available, with special diet menus available on request. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, internet connection and telephone, while the private bathrooms include a shower, bidet and towel set.
The property is accessible: it has a lift, rooms for guests with disabilities and units that are fully wheelchair accessible. Attention to safety is also present, with fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and key card access throughout the property.
Hotel Maximilian is located in a green, residential area of Merano, just a few steps from the entrance to the famous Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, only 200 metres away, and from the Forests of the World urban park. It is a quiet area, suitable for those seeking a relaxed stay while still being close to the city’s main points of interest.
Merano’s historic centre can be reached in just a few minutes: the Touriseum, a museum dedicated to alpine tourism, is only 250 metres away, while the Princes’ Castle and the Women’s Museum are about 2.2 km away. For those travelling by car, Bolzano can be reached in about 30 minutes, and Bolzano Airport is 24 km away. Merano’s railway station is about 3 km away. Several restaurants and bars are also nearby, such as Trautmannsdorf at 350 metres and Café Bistro Kolping at 1.3 km.
The area offers opportunities for both summer and winter: in the warmer season you can visit the Sissi Gardens, Maia Park along the Passirio stream, or take a trip to the Parcines Waterfall, about 10 km away. In winter, the Merano 2000 ski area, 4 km away, allows skiing with views over the Adige Valley. The Merano Thermal Baths, 2 km away, are an almost essential stop in every season for a moment of pure thermal relaxation.
Reviews particularly praise the staff and cleanliness, both with scores close to the maximum (9.7). Comfort and value for money are also highly appreciated. The location, rated 9.0, is especially popular with couples, who consider it one of the strong points of the stay.
Yes, Hotel Maximilian has both an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, as well as a spa area with sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub.
Yes, Hotel Maximilian includes a continental buffet breakfast with the stay.
No, Hotel Maximilian does not allow pets during the stay.
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No, Hotel Maximilian does not allow children and is therefore designed for an adult audience.
The Merano Thermal Baths are about 2 km from Hotel Maximilian, easily reachable in just a few minutes.
Yes, Hotel Maximilian offers free private parking directly on-site.
